Shift Maintenance Technician – Kildare | €60,000 – €70,000+

Shift Maintenance Technician – Kildare | €60,000 – €70,000

A dynamic manufacturing business in Co. Kildare is seeking a committed Shift Maintenance Technician to join their team. This permanent, full‑time role will support rotating shift patterns (including nights/weekends) and contribute to the maintenance and reliability of key production operations.


Key Responsibilities:

  • Execute breakdown repairs and preventive maintenance on machinery and plant equipment

  • Collaborate with mechanical and electrical engineering teams to optimise uptime

  • Support continuous improvement initiatives on process reliability and production efficiency

  • Maintain accurate logs of maintenance activity, spare parts usage, and equipment status

  • Ensure compliance with safety standards and shift handover procedures


Requirements:

  • Trade qualification or equivalent experience in mechanical or maintenance discipline

  • Proven experience on shift‑based maintenance in a manufacturing or industrial setting

  • Strong fault‑finding skills, both mechanical and/or electrical

  • Ability to work autonomously and under pressure during shift rotations

  • Full clean driving licence preferred


What’s On Offer:

  • Salary: €60,000 – €70,000 depending on experience and shift allowances

  • Rotating shift pattern with enhanced earnings and overtime potential

  • Permanent role with development opportunities in the maintenance team

  • Supportive environment within a well‑established manufacturing facility

Apply in confidence with your CV for immediate consideration.