About this role
CASTLE QUARRY CRUSHING & PLANT HIRE LIMITED requires multiple Heavy Plant Fitter roles for their premises at Brooklodge Demense, Ballyglunin, Galway H54 C6V2.The salary range starts from €36,605 (18.05/hr) to €42,000 based on a 39-hour week. Salary will increase proportionately if additional hours are required. Salary offered shall be based on relevant experience and qualifications.
- Independent, self-sufficient Heavy Plant Fitter responsible for the maintenance, servicing and repair of heavy plant machinery including excavators, front end loaders, crushers and screeners.
- The role requires diagnostics and fault finding across mechanical, hydraulic and electrical systems, attending to on-site breakdowns to minimise downtime, inspecting plant equipment to ensure safety and compliance, and ensuring all work is carried out in accordance with Health & Safety regulations.
- Strong organisational skills, attention to detail and a high level of safety awareness are essential.
- Good spoken and written English is required.
- Carry out maintenance, servicing and repair of heavy plant machinery (excavators, loaders, crushers, screeners); perform diagnostics and fault finding on mechanical, hydraulic and electrical systems; attend on-site breakdowns and emergency call-outs to minimise downtime; inspect plant equipment to ensure it is safe, compliant and fit for use; maintain accurate records of work carried out and parts used; ensure adherence to company and statutory Health & Safety policies and procedures; recommend repairs or part replacements and support preventative maintenance programmes.
- Relevant trade qualification or apprenticeship in mechanical or plant engineering, or demonstrable equivalent hands-on experience (typically 3+ years) as a Plant Fitter/Heavy Plant Mechanic/Mechanical Fitter.
- Strong working knowledge of hydraulics, engines, transmissions and electrics.
- Proven fault-finding and diagnostic skills using common test equipment.
- Ability to read technical drawings and service manuals.
- Full, valid driving licence preferred.
- High level of safety awareness and ability to work independently.
- Good spoken and written English.
Relevant safety or plant operator certifications (where applicable) are advantageous.