Maintenance Technician / Senior Maintenance Technician, Athlone

Maintenance Technician / Senior Maintenance Technician Overview A well-established automotive manufacturing business in the Midlands is expanding its maintenance team and is seeking experienced Maintenance Technicians at Technician and Senior Technician level. These roles sit within a modern, high-volume manufacturing environment and offer long-term stability, strong technical exposure, and genuine development opportunities. Responsibilities Carry out planned, preventative, and reactive maintenance on a wide range of production equipment and plant machinery Diagnose and resolve mechanical faults efficiently to minimise downtime and support production targets Work collaboratively with production to ensure equipment is optimally set up and ready for use Log maintenance activities, breakdowns, and spare parts usage on the CMMS system Support equipment improvements, modifications, and continuous improvement initiatives Adhere to all health, safety, environmental, and quality standards at all times Work to a high standard within a structured 6S environment At Senior level: Providing hands-on technical leadership and mentoring to technicians and apprentices Supporting maintenance planning and root cause analysis of recurring issues Assisting with equipment commissioning, projects, and process improvements Acting as a key technical point of contact during breakdowns and escalations Criteria Trade-qualified or Level 6 (or equivalent) in Mechanical Engineering, Maintenance Technology, or related discipline Experience in a maintenance role within a manufacturing environment Strong mechanical aptitude with exposure to pneumatics, hydraulics and general fault-finding Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and technical documentation Reward Competitive salary depending on experience and level (€42K - €55K) Overtime and shift premiums (where applicable) Pension and additional benefits Strong training and upskilling support Long-term career progression within a stable automotive manufacturer At Wallace Myers International Recruitment Agency we specialise in sourcing professionals for key industries and services. See our website for more details. Privacy Policy: By applying for this role you are agreeing that your details will be stored in our database and may be considered for similar future positions. For more info see Skills: Senior Maintenance Technician Maintenance TechnicianMaintenance FitterTLNT1_IJ