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At McHale, we strongly believe in creating an environment which fosters creativity and teamwork, where people can fully realise their true potential, allowing them to develop cutting edge agricultural solutions in line with worldwide customer needs.

With over 35 years’ worth of combined experience, today McHale is working harder than ever, to innovate, design and build the best products for a fast-changing world with a growing population.

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An environment which fosters creativity & teamwork

Who we look for


At McHale, we strongly believe in creating an environment which fosters creativity and teamwork where people can fully realise their true potential, allowing individuals to develop cutting edge solutions.

  • We look for ambitious, highly motivated, results focused people who share a passion for achievement.
  • Individuals with excellent communication and relationship building skills.
  • People with an appetite for continuous learning and development within a team environment.

If you are interested in becoming part of our team then contact us at [email protected]. Alternatively, phone 094 95 20352 for more information.

Why choose McHale

Company Benefits


McHale offers a complete and competitive package of benefits that demonstrates how much we care for employees and their families through every stage of life. We reward performance and hard work and offer life-long career growth opportunities.

  • Competitive pay based on experience.
  • Learning, development, and career progression opportunities.
  • Company subsidized Healthcare Insurance for employee and family.
  • Company pension scheme available.
  • Subsidised canteen & onsite parking

Featured Job

MIG Welder

Due to continued success and growth, we are recruiting MIG Welders to join our team. Candidates should have experience in MIG welding or a willingness to be trained in this discipline.

    • Work in a well organised welding environment and produce a scheduled daily number of assemblies using the rust-free steel supplied.
    • Use of the latest pulse welding technology, which improves the welding quality, while reducing splatter and cleaning.
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Current Job Vacancies at McHale

Agricultural Field Technician

Location: UK

Title: Agricultural Field Technician

Agricultural Field Technician

McHale is an export driven manufacturer of agricultural grass harvesting machinery, located in Ballinrobe, Co. Mayo, Ireland.  McHale products can be seen working in over 55 countries.

McHale is seeking to recruit an Agricultural Field Technician for the UK market. This is a permanent, full-time position. Salary negotiable depending on sectoral experience.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Responsive and effective technical support to our Dealer and Customer networks.
  • A hands-on approach using your technical and practical knowledge to support these networks.
  • Carry out product demonstrations as and when required.
  • Provide support in the set up and attend trade exhibitions.
  • Working as part of a team to provide efficient and effective technical support.
  KEY REQUIREMENTS
  • Needs to be highly self-motivated with excellent enthusiasm for agricultural machinery.
  • Experience in a busy agricultural service department/workshop.
  • Excellent understanding of hydraulics and electrics.
  • Excellent communication, planning, and organizational skills.
  COMPANY BENEFITS
  • Competitive salary based on experience.
  • Learning, development, and career progression opportunities.
  • Company subsidized Healthcare Insurance for employee and family.
  • Company pension scheme available.
  • Subsidized canteen & onsite parking.
 

Interested candidates, please submit CV and cover letter to [email protected] quoting "Agricultural Field Technician" in the subject line of the email.

Alternatively, phone 094 95 20352 for more information.

Stores Person

Location: McHale, Ballinrobe, Co. Mayo

Title: Stores Person

Stores Person McHale is currently recruiting for a Stores Person. This is a permanent position reporting to the Inventory Manager.
  JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Unloading trucks and checking deliveries.
  • Locating products in the Stores and delivering to production floor.
  • Supplying products to busy production lines.
  • Stock-taking.
  • Co-ordinating and confirming deliveries and expediting urgent parts.
  • Processing supplier delivery receipts on barcode reader.
  KEY SKILLS & EXPERIENCE
  • Previous experience in a busy stores department is advantageous, preferably in Manufacturing.
  • Forklift driving experience desirable.
  • Dynamic team player and can work effectively and proactively on cross-functional teams.
  • High level of enthusiasm and motivation and the ability to take input from others.
  • An agricultural background is desirable but not essential.
  COMPANY BENEFITS
  • Competitive pay based on experience.
  • Learning, development, and career progression opportunities.
  • Company subsidized Healthcare Insurance for employee and family.
  • Company pension scheme available.
  • Subsidized canteen & onsite parking.
 

Interested candidates, please submit CV and cover letter to [email protected] quoting "Stores Person" in the subject line of the email.

Alternatively, phone 094 95 20352 for more information.

HR Administrator

Location: McHale, Ballinrobe, Co. Mayo

Title: HR Administrator

HR Administrator McHale is currently recruiting for a HR Administrator. This is a permanent position, reporting to the HR Department.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Support the administration of the company’s payroll and ensure employee records are maintained.
  • Coordinate the HR System, maintaining time and attendance, annual leave etc.
  • Provide administrative support on the Recruitment & Selection process, managing the applications process and database.
  • Support the on-boarding process, drafting contracts, collating new starter information, liaising with payroll, setting up personnel files, preparing induction material.
  • Coordinate and manage aspects of mandatory training, liaising with relevant line managers.
  • Maintain the training administration system with course attendance information and individual training records.
  • Coordinate the HR System, generating reports from the system, (time and attendance, annual leave, probation etc).
  • Update and maintain all employee data on the HR systems.
  KEY SKILLS & EXPERIENCE
  • Qualification in HR or related discipline.
  • Minimum 1-2 years’ post qualification experience in a busy HR function, ideally at HR administration level.
  • Generalist/Administrative experience.
  • Experience of working on databases, e.g., HRIS, Time Management system.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Solid proficiency in IT, to include MS Office, (Word, Excel).
  • Self-motivated; ability to work on own initiative, proactive and approachable.
  COMPANY BENEFITS
  • Competitive salary based on experience.
  • Learning, development, and career progression opportunities.
  • Company subsidized Healthcare Insurance for employee and family.
  • Company pension scheme available.
  • Subsidized canteen & onsite parking.
 

Interested candidates, please submit CV and cover letter to [email protected] quoting "HR Administrator" in the subject line of the email.

Alternatively, phone 094 95 20352 for more information.

Technical Documentation Engineer

Location: McHale, Ballinrobe, Co. Mayo

Title: Technical Documentation Writer

Technical Documentation Writer McHale is currently recruiting for a Technical Documentation Writer to assist in compiling and reviewing technical manuals and other associated publications. This is a permanent position, based on site in our Ballinrobe office reporting into the R&D Manager.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Compile and update technical publications to the required style guidelines
  • Explain complex information, using images and illustrations in a clear and concise manner.
  • Capture and edit images and illustrations to explain complex tasks using in-house software.
  • Manage the flow and release of documents on our database and online portals.
  • Prioritise workflow of documentation updates in a timely and orderly fashion
  • Co-ordinate and manage translation and review process in various languages.
  KEY REQUIREMENTS
  • 2-3 years’ experience in the design and compilation of technical documentation..
  • Proficient in an authoring software package.
  • Ability to work on own initiative and be a team player as circumstances dictate.
  • Proficient in image capturing, editing and manipulation in various formats.
  • A basic working knowledge of engineering drawings and electronic controls.
  • A knowledge or interest in the industry would be desirable but not essential.
  • Excellent IT skills and logic and willingness to learn new software packages.
  • Flair for design, with excellent to detail and a desire for perfection is crucial.
  • Excellent knowledge of English with ability to outline operating instructions from the operators perspective.
  BENEFITS
  • Competitive salary based on experience.
  • Learning, development, and career progression opportunities.
  • Company subsidized Healthcare Insurance for employee and family.
  • Company pension scheme available.
  • Subsidized canteen & onsite parking.
 

Interested candidates, please submit CV and cover letter to [email protected] quoting "Technical Documentation Writer" in the subject line of the email.

Alternatively, phone 094 95 20352 for more information.

R&D Engineer

Location: McHale, Ballinrobe, Co. Mayo

Title: Research and Development Engineer

R&D Engineer McHale are looking to expand their Research & Development Team to assist with new product developments. As the McHale product range continues to expand, and with many technological advancements planned for new and existing products, there are several positions available within the McHale Research & Development department. Opportunities exist for the selected candidates to work in one or more of the following fields, depending on their aptitude, experience or preference.
WHAT YOU COULD BE WORKING ON:
  Software Development
  • Design and development of software using the C programming language for control of a wide range of McHale ISOBUS products. Projects range from hands on programming/testing to implement and improve machine automatic sequences, to working on new technology including telematics and tractor-implement automation
Mechanical Design
  • 3D component design (Creo Parametric), new product modelling, stress analysis (Ansys), prototyping and field testing of new products and upgraded functionality on existing products.
Workshop Technician
  • Manufacturing of prototype machines and assemblies. Design and operation of fatigue failure and other similar test rigs. Field testing of new products. Assist with NPI (New Product Introduction) on the production floor. Occasional travel to inspect or upgrade customer machines.
Electronic Design
  • Responsible for design of complex electronics systems and technologies used on McHale ISOBUS products. Field testing of McHale products and electronic systems and software.
Graphic Design
  • Design and development of images for the UI (User Interface) of McHale ISOBUS control terminals. Design of graphics and other media for customer facing systems and documentation.
Electronic Technician
  • In-house manufacturing/repair & design of electronic technologies used on McHale products. Design and manufacturing of protype electronics for test machines. Offer support to the Service and Production departments within the company.
Technical Documentation
  • Ongoing design and improvement of digital operator manuals and digital spare parts manuals for new McHale products. Development of online spare parts systems.
Systems and Process Development
  • Ongoing improvement of engineering design processes, R&D procedures and associated engineering software systems. Research and implementation of new PLM, Product Configurator and online Dealer Portal software systems.
Engineering Assistant
  • Creating and updating documentation, product planning, component sourcing and purchasing, cost analysis, supplier liaison and new product quality inspections. Creating procedures and other administrative duties would also be part of this role.
    KEY REQUIREMENTS
  • Excellent attention to detail and a desire for perfection is crucial.
  • A proven ability to innovate and self-motivate.
  • A critical thinking and analytical mindset are required.
  • Personal interest in technology and or experience in the industry required.
  • An operator/customer focused vision.
  BENEFITS
  • Competitive salary.
  • Company subsidised Healthcare Insurance for employee and family.
  • Company Pension scheme available.
  • A positive and collaborative working environment in a fast-paced and growing company.
  • In-house training and mentoring by experienced R&D Engineers.
  • A modern R&D facility with state of the art technologies and systems to support your work.
  • Flexible and diverse working environment, where critical thinking is encouraged.
  • A continuous learning and development working culture.
  • Opportunity for travel.
  • Subsidised canteen.
 

Interested candidates, please submit CV and cover letter to [email protected] quoting "R&D Engineer" in the subject line of the email.

Alternatively, phone 094 95 20352 for more information.

ROLE McHale are looking to recruit an Embedded Software Engineer with 2- 3 years’ experience to lead in the full software development life cycle i.e. design, develop and maintain embedded software for control systems on agricultural machinery. This position will suit a motivated individual who is eager to learn and has and the ability to work effectively and independently. The successful candidate should have familiarity with electronic circuitry to the degree necessary to test and debug software functions on target hardware.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Design and development of software for embedded systems using C.
  • Proactively review and recommend improvements to existing system designs.
  • Collaborate with other engineers to plan and develop new products.
  • Hands on development, testing and debugging of software running on our range of grassland agricultural machinery in the field.
  • Management of software repositories using the ‘Git’ version control system.
  • Issue tracking and project management using ‘Jira’ software.
  • Liaise with customers to understand and interpret their needs and address issues.
  • Opportunity for travel, for example to machinery trade shows and software test events.
  KEY REQUIREMENTS
  • Demonstrable experience of software design in embedded systems and real-time applications, particularly in embedded C.
  • Experience with hardware/software debugging equipment.
  • Knowledge of CAN bus systems and communication protocols is desirable but not essential.
  • Familiarity with microcontrollers, hardware design and electronics is advantageous.
  • Proficiency in a scripting language such as Python is also an advantage but not essential.
  EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS
  • A level 7 or preferably a level 8 degree in a technical, science or engineering discipline within any of the following areas: Software Engineering, IT, Computer Science, Maths, Electronics. Applied Physics is desirable, but not required.
  COMPANY BENEFITS
  • Competitive salary based on experience.
  • Learning, development, and career progression opportunities.
  • Company subsidized Healthcare Insurance for employee and family.
  • Company pension scheme available.
  • Subsidized canteen & onsite parking.
 

All CV's should be submitted to [email protected]. Please quote "Embedded Software Engineer " in the subject line of the email.

In addition to our current vacancies McHale are always interested in attracting talent in the areas of design, service, engineering & manufacturing.

Please submit your CV for consideration at any time quoting role of interest in the subject line of your email.

McHale Ballinrobe, Co. Mayo, Ireland | T: 094 95 20352 | www.mchale.net

UI Designer

Location: McHale, Ballinrobe, Co. Mayo

Title: UI Designer

UI Designer

McHale is an export driven manufacturer of agricultural grassline machinery, located in Ballinrobe, Co. Mayo. McHale products can be seen working in over 55 countries.

McHale are looking to recruit a UI Designer to take ownership of our machine user interface design on our product software, mainly balers and wrappers. The successful candidate will design and implement user interfaces to maintain our reputation for easy-to-use and intuitive products for our customers. UI Designer responsibilities include gathering user requirements, designing graphic elements, building navigation components, and putting it all together to create intuitive user interfaces for our products. To be successful in this role, you should have experience with UI design and creation. Ultimately, you’ll create both functional and appealing features that address our customers’ needs and help us grow our customer base.
UI/UX Designer key responsibilities include
  • Gathering and evaluating user requirements, in collaboration with product managers, service engineers and end users.
  • Illustrating design ideas using story boards/user flows.
  • Designing graphic user interface elements, like menus, tabs, buttons and putting it all together to create a complete user interface.
  • Developing UI mock-ups and prototypes that clearly illustrate how machine software could function.
  • Maintaining common UI designs across multiple software platforms and machine models.
  • Adhering to graphical guidelines (fonts, colours, resolution) as outlined in the ISOBUS 11783 standard.
  • Implementing graphical changes to application software using ISOBUS UI Designer software, TouchGFX and other graphic software frameworks.
  • Identifying and troubleshooting UX problems (e.g., display issues on ISOBUS tractor terminals).
  • Conducting design adjustments based on user feedback.
  • Create software documentation
  • Supplying graphical images to the Technical Writing Department for use in McHale literature.
  Requirements and Skills
  • Proven work experience as a UI Designer or similar role.
  • Experience with graphics editing software such as CorelDraw or PaintShop Pro.
  • Excellent attention to detail is crucial.
  • Agricultural Machinery knowledge is an advantage.
  • Experience of software design, particularly in embedded C/C++ is an advantage but not essential.
  • Knowledge of CAN bus systems and communication protocols is an advantage but not essential.
  • Good communication skills to collaborate with various stakeholders.
  Company Benefits
  • Competitive salary based on experience.
  • Learning, development, and career progression opportunities.
  • Company subsidized Healthcare Insurance for employee and family.
  • Company pension scheme available.
  • Subsidized canteen & onsite parking.
 

Interested candidates, please submit CV and cover letter to [email protected] quoting "UI Designer " in the subject line of the email.

Alternatively, phone 094 95 20352 for more information.

ICT Software Developer

Location: McHale, Ballinrobe, Co. Mayo

Title: ICT Software Developer

ICT Software Developer

McHale is an export driven manufacturer of agricultural grassline machinery, located in Ballinrobe, Co. Mayo. McHale products can be seen working in over 55 countries.

McHale currently have an internal IT team based in Ballinrobe with support analysts in Hungary. The company are now recruiting a ICT Software Developer to join the IT team and to work closely with the Head of Application Development. The company has ambitious growth plans with ICT as a core of business change and represents a tremendous personal growth opportunity for the right professional.
Role Profile

The successful candidate will become part of a dynamic IT team in a fast-paced environment and will work with the latest technologies to build cutting edge applications to enhance and support the company’s production, ordering, manufacturing execution, invoicing and warranty systems.

  KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Develop and maintain new and existing internal and customer-facing applications for the management of production demands and to provide interactive services to customers
  • Ensure maximum uptime of critical company managed applications
  • Adhere to ITIL best practices for incident, change, release, and project and knowledge management of core applications.
  • Regular reporting to the business and the IT function of plans and progress of projects.
  • Work with senior developers on the team.
  • Translate business requirements into technical specifications and help manage project priorities and timelines.
  • Write, modify, and debug software for client applications.

PERSON SPECIFICATION   EDUCATIONAL  REQUIREMENTS
  • BSc degree in Computer Science, Information Technology or equivalent.
  • Certification in relevant Microsoft technologies preferred.
  ESSENTIAL SKILLS
  • 3-5 years IT Software Development experience
  • Experience in C#, Web API, ASP.NET (Web Pages & MVC), Razor Pages
  • NET Core 2.x +, Entity Framework Core 2.x
  • Experience in Javascript, HTML, CSS, Bootstrap or others
  • SQL Server or similar knowledge
  • Working knowledge of Git or similar version control systems
  • Working knowledge of Jira or similar project tracking tools
  • CI/CD / Devops exposure or experience desirable
  • Fluent English is essential
  PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES
  • Be highly motivated with a passion for driving improvements
  • Be enthusiastic and eager to learn
  • Should have an enduring personal interest in technology and computing
  REWARDS
  • Competitive salary
  • A positive & collaborative working environment
  • Opportunity to join a rapidly growing international company in a key role
  • Play a contributing role in the growth of the company
  • Access to company pension scheme
  • Access to company health insurance
  • Hybrid up to 2 days a week at home.
 

Interested candidates, please submit CV and cover letter to [email protected] quoting "ICT Software Developer" in the subject line of the email.

Alternatively, phone 094 95 20352 for more information.

Market Support - France

Location: France

Title: Market Support – France

Market Support - France

McHale is looking to recruit a self-motivated person to support their dealer network in France. The position is based in France full time. Initial training will be provided in Ireland and then on the job training and mentoring will be provided in both France and Ireland.

The job will involve dealing with the dealer network in France on a daily basis and also liaising with end users. This would be in the form of sales, technical support and product demonstrations. This is an excellent opportunity for the right person, to work with an established brand.
KEY CRITERIA
  • Fluent French
  • Agricultural background an advantage
  • Good communication skills
  • Ability to work on ones own initiative
  • Reasonable technical ability (training provided)
  • Attention to detail and good report writing skills
   

Interested candidates, please submit CV and cover letter to [email protected] quoting "Market Support - France " in the subject line of the email.

Alternatively, phone 094 95 20352 for more information.

CAREERS

Our Team

People at McHale

When did you start at McHale?

I started in the company in 2000, following a season with a contractor in 1999, after finishing my degree in Institute of Technology Tralee. I saw an ad in the Irish Farmers Journal and applied.

I started on the assembly line of the 991 wrapper and after 18 months I moved to the UK into a service role until 2009. The UK is one of our largest markets, where our full range of equipment is used, so I gained knowledge there as the company expanded into balers. Following this, I moved back to Ballinrobe, where I started at the in-house service department.

What does your job entail?

As technical support and service is one of the company’s main priorities, the first part of the job is making sure that our importers, dealers and customers who require help with problems are able to get answers as quickly as possible. So during the busy season this means answering these queries and making sure problems are resolved. We have a team of technical people in all of our main markets and all the information from them is processed to eliminate problems from machines through the research and development department. In the off-peak season I cover the technical training for all our dealers and importers. This is done in-house or in the importer’s country.

What is your typical day like?

In season, it is answering calls and emails to resolve problems for importers, dealers and customers actually working in the field. Out of season, it is training or travelling to importers to do training there.

What are your favourite parts of the job?

From one day to the next it is never the same, constantly dealing with different people in all of our markets.

What are the greatest challenges in your job?

I guess trying to have solutions to problems to keep customers working. Different crops and unusual conditions in any of the 56 countries we are operating in, means the cause of a problem or the solution to that problem can differ from call to call.

Do you like your job?

After 22 years, I have to say I do. I have visited and operated our machines in most of the 56 countries that we export to. I have seen countries and parts of countries that I would never see otherwise. Coming from a sheep and suckler farm in southwest Kerry, I would never have thought that I would have gotten the opportunity and knowledge of agriculture from so many parts of the world.

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2019 From time to time the FTMTA executive council presents a gold award to a person who has given a long or outstanding service to the association or the agricultural machinery industry. This award is open to all working FTMTA member firms and its staff. Peter Thomas Keaveney of the Irish Farmers Journal sat down with recent recipients, brothers Padraic and Martin McHale who picked up the prestigious FTMTA gold award at the show to discuss their road to success.

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