JOB TITLE: Mechanical Plant Fitter
SALARY: €788.67 - €908.33 per week
REPORTS TO: Mechanical Foreman and Engineer
LOCATION: Tullamore Depot, Co. Offaly
SUMMARY OF ROLE
The Fitter is responsible for all duties associated with the post including fitting / welding duties at Tullamore Depot, and work sites throughout the Eastern Region as required.
KEY FUNCTIONS
· Maintenance and repair of mobile & fixed plant and equipment as requested by Mechanical Line Management.
· Follow instructions as directed by Mechanical Line Management.
· Assist with the safe operation of the work site.
· To facilitate procurement of supplies and parts in accordance with Waterways Ireland procurement policy.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Maintenance and fitting duties on a wide range of Plant items (such as hydraulic excavators, weed and work boats, tractors, hedge and grass cutting equipment) associated with the normal day to day works carried out by Waterways Ireland.
- Cutting and welding as requested by Mechanical Line Management.
- Keeping accurate records e.g. maintain log book, record of works carried out, record sheets for fleet management etc.
- Liaising and working with outside contract fitting staff and electrical/mechanical contractors employed by Waterways Ireland.
- Complying with delegated responsibilities in the areas of Safety, Health and Welfare and have a proactive approach towards the reduction/elimination of accidents and dangerous occurrences in the workplace.
- Working with Operations stores staff to procure mechanical parts, supplies and services from a wide range of suppliers to ensure minimum downtime and maximum availability and reliability of plant, equipment and fixed plant systems.
- Procurement of mechanical parts in accordance with Waterways Ireland procurement policy and Mechanical Line Management approval.
- Working in Tullamore Depot, on plant items and at various other yards and sites in the Eastern Region as required.
- Supporting the operation of computerised fleet management and plant maintenance programs, particularly with regard to recording information and acting on instructions regarding the above systems.
- Carrying out any mechanical repairs and maintenance duties assigned or requested by Mechanical Line Management.
- Follow work practices and instructions as directed by Mechanical Line Management.
· Comply with and actively promote Waterways Ireland policies and procedures on all aspects of equality.
· Complete all training as required by Waterways Ireland within specified timeframes.
The above list is not exhaustive, and you may be required to take on other duties and responsibilities for the effective and efficient performance of your role.
The organisation operates within a changing environment, and you will be required to be flexible and adapt to these changes and to develop your role as a result going forward.
PERSON SPECIFICATION
Candidates must be able to demonstrate that they meet the eligibility and essential criteria in their application and at interview. Desirable criteria may be used as necessary in the selection process.
Eligibility Criteria
· Fetac Advanced Certificate qualification in Construction Plant Fitting or equivalent.
· Possess 3 years post qualification experience working as a fitter.
- Possess current full driving licence.
Essential Criteria
· Experience and competency of fault-finding, maintenance and repair of heavy duty construction plant, equipment and fixed electro-mechanical plant.
· Experience of metal arc, MIG or TIG welding.
· Knowledge and awareness of Health, Safety and Welfare practice and legislation, with experience of on-site construction situations.
· Possess the ability to understand and interpret engineering and circuit drawings and manuals.
· Ability to work in a team environment.
Desirable Criteria
· Experience of plant maintenance and repair in a water based environment.
· Mechatronic experience of low voltage electrical systems, instrumentation diagnostics and repairs.
· Have experience of working with minimum supervision.