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Mechanical Automation Maintenance Fitter Location: County Waterford Full-Time | Permanent Overview Hartley People Recruitment is seeking an experienced Mechanical Automation Maintenance Fitter to join a well-established, high-volume manufacturing operation in County Waterford. This role will focus on the maintenance, troubleshooting and optimisation of automated production equipment , ensuring machinery operates efficiently and downtime is minimised. The successful candidate will have a strong mechanical background, with experience working on automated systems in a fast-paced environment. Key Responsibilities • Carry out mechanical maintenance and repair of automated production equipment • Diagnose and resolve faults across mechanical, pneumatic and hydraulic systems • Support preventative maintenance programmes to maximise equipment uptime • Troubleshoot breakdowns and implement effective solutions in a timely manner • Assist with equipment upgrades, modifications and installations • Work closely with electrical and production teams to ensure smooth operation of machinery • Monitor equipment performance and identify opportunities for improvement • Ensure all work is completed in line with health & safety and operational standards • Maintain accurate maintenance records and documentation Requirements Essential • Qualified Mechanical Fitter, Maintenance Fitter, or equivalent trade • Strong experience in industrial or manufacturing maintenance environments • Proven ability in fault finding on mechanical and automated systems • Experience working with conveyors, motors, gearboxes and production machinery • Good understanding of pneumatics and hydraulics Desirable • Experience working in automated or high-volume production environments • Exposure to food processing or regulated manufacturing environments • Basic understanding of electrical systems and automation processes • Experience supporting continuous improvement initiatives Working Hours • Biweekly rotating shift pattern: • 7:00am – 3:30pm • 3:30pm – 12:00 midnight • Monday to Friday How to apply For immediate consideration, please email your CV to [email protected] or call Nigel on 051-878813 . Hartley People Recruitment operates to the highest ethical standards. All applications are treated in strict confidence and will not be shared without your consent.