Maintenance Technician - Fixed Term Contract

Company description : Tirln is a world-class food and nutrition co-operative, with a diverse portfolio of quality ingredients, leading consumer and agri brands.

The farmer-owned co-operative has a first-class track record of success in the global market.

Rooted in a rich heritage of family farming and embedded in its communities, Tirln has evolved to bring the passion of its farmers and their high-quality milk and grains to the international marketplace.

Using modern-day technology and applying the best processes to its milk pool of three billion litres and its premium grains portfolio, Tirln now exports to more than 80 countries.

Its award-winning brands are household names in Ireland, and include Irelands number one consumer dairy brand, Avonmore.

The organisation draws on a wealth of experience to deliver exceptional products and tailored nutritional solutions including Kilmeaden, Wexford, Truly Grass Fed, Solmiko, CheddMax and GAIN Animal Nutrition.

Tirln has a strong market presence in the UK, France, Germany, UAE, the US, North Africa, Japan and China.

A talented team of over 2,100 people manage Tirlns network of 11 production facilities, with annual revenues of over €3 billion.

Tirln is committed to sustainability through its comprehensive Living Proof programme and has signed up to the Science-Based Targets initiative (SBTi).

For more information, visit Job description : Maintenance Technician 24 Month Fixed Term Contract Tirln Tirln, is a world-class food and nutrition co-operative, with a diverse portfolio of quality ingredients, leading consumer and agri brands.

Tirln owns leading brands such as Avonmore, Kilmeaden Cheese, Millac, Solmiko, Truly Grass Fed, Premier Milk, Wexford, and GAIN Animal Nutrition.

A talented team across Ireland, the US, MEA and China, delivers annual revenues of over €3 billion.

Our purpose is to nourish the world, while safeguarding our environment for future generations.

Role Profile We have an opportunity for someone to join our team to manage the maintenance and repair of equipment and facilities in operation at Tirln Lough Egish on a fixed term contract.

You will liaise with external contractors for the maintenance and repair of same & will be responsible for running and maintaining the preventative maintenance system to pre-determined guidelines.

Reporting directly to the Engineering Manager, the role will be salary based and include nightshift.

Responsibilities Electrical or Mechanical qualification plus time served in a high-volume manufacturing environment would be an advantage.

Previous experience in facilities maintenance would be an advantage.

Good knowledge of all facilities systems including Boiler, Compressed Air, HVAC, Chilled Water, Water Treatment, and general electrical and mechanical services Ability to read electrical and hydraulic / pneumatic schematic diagrams.

Previous experience working on technically challenging applications would be an advantage.

Experience of working in a GMP environment, within clean rooms and the equipment relating to these clean rooms.

Ability to interact with suppliers, customers and external contractors.

Requirements Responsible for the maintenance of plant and equipment in the facilities department, compiling standard specifications / procedures for each item and monitoring all existing plant to standard specifications.

The above equipment will include AHUs, chillers, compressors, CIP and pumping systems.

Establishes relationships with the customers and suppliers in pursuit of continuous improvement and on-going business development.

Attends internal meetings to help establish priorities and assign tasks.

Solves, in conjunction with the Quality department, customer related problems / issues as needed.

Record daily and weekly activities into the current CMMS.

In conjunction with approved vendors, research new processes and / or systems for maintenance / manufacture of equipment and implement new processes and systems as developed under the direction of the Engineering Manager.

Coordinate the development of documentation in the facilities areas in line with ISO9001, ISO 14001 requirements.

Compliance to all site Environmental, Health and Safety requirements, training and regulations.

Compliance to all local site company policies, procedures and corporate policies.

Act in accordance with the companys guiding principles and adherence to the Corporate Code of Conduct.

Perform additional duties at the request of the direct Manager.

About us Through our expertise in research and development, customer insights, food safety and state-of-the-art manufacturing we bring innovative food and nutrition solutions to a global market.

Our new and vibrant headquarters in Kilkenny City operates as a collaboration hub where multi-functional teams come together in a hybrid work environment.

Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion We believe in the value of difference.

We know that different perspectives, life experience and backgrounds can drive innovation and deliver growth.

We welcome people from all walks of life without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender perception or identity, national origin, age, marital status, or disability status.

Profile description : We have an opportunity for someone to join our team to manage the maintenance and repair of equipment and facilities in operation at Tirln Lough Egish on a fixed term contract.

You will liaise with external contractors for the maintenance and repair of same & will be responsible for running and maintaining the preventative maintenance system to pre-determined guidelines.

Reporting directly to the Engineering Manager, the role will be salary based and include nightshift.

Skills : Maintenance Technician Maintenance Dairy Maintenance Technician Benefits : Parking Pension