McHale is an export driven manufacturer of agricultural grassline machinery, located in Ballinrobe, Co. Mayo.

A world leader in agricultural machinery, McHale’s specialist range can be seen working in 55 countries across six continents.

McHale is currently recruiting for a Apprentice Mechanical Automation and Maintenance Fitter (MAMF). This is a permanent position, reporting to the Facilities Manager

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assisting the facilities department by providing effective technical support to Production in all aspects of machine and equipment maintenance, installation, and modification; perform detailed maintenance, PMs and troubleshooting.
• Support continuous improvement by active participation in repairs, upgrades, preventative maintenance and system failure investigations and investigation reports, execution/development of change control, as appropriate.
• Adherence to Safety, Health & Environmental policies and procedures and carry out all tasks in a safe and controlled manner.
• Pro-active team working with peers, production, quality and support groups to improve equipment reliability and performance.
• Assisting in responding to breakdowns, systematically fault finding, and identify root cause and then implement solution to prevent recurrence.
• Update the FLEX maintenance management system, record all changes, stores transactions made, and work carried out.
• Support the creation and modification of documentation to support maintenance and calibration activities (PM, Data Sheets, Work Instructions, troubleshooting guides).

KEY SKILLS & EXPERIENCE

• A strong knowledge of what an MAMF is.
• A strong aptitude for maintenance and repair of machines/equipment.
• Some experience in the use of hand-tools is desirable.
• A willingness to listen and learn from others in a busy Facilities department.
• High level of enthusiasm and motivation and the ability to take input from others.
• Agricultural background is desirable but not essential.

BENEFITS

• Competitive gross hourly rate.
• A positive and collaborative working environment in a fast-paced and growing company.
• In-house training and mentoring by experienced Fitters.
• A modern 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.
• Company subsidised Healthcare Insurance for employee and family.
• Company pension scheme available.
• Subsidised canteen and onsite parking.

Interested candidates, please submit CV and cover letter to [email protected] .

Please quote “Apprentice Mechanical Automation and Maintenance Fitter (MAMF)” in the subject line of the email.

Should you have any questions in relation to the role please contact Human Resources on 094 95 20396 for more information.