Job Title: Diesel Engine Fitter
Location: Portlaoise.
Salary: €72,696
Shift Pattern: Continental shifts (days and nights)
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Position Overview
Join our team at the Portlaoise Depot as a permanent Engine Fitter, working with skilled technicians to perform maintenance and repairs on the powerpacks of the Class 22000 DMU fleet. This role involves a continental shift pattern, covering both day and night shifts.
Key Responsibilities
* Provide comprehensive support on mechanical and electrical systems for MTU1800 Power Units.
* Follow workload plans that include day and night shifts on a rotating basis.
* Perform high-level testing and advanced fault-finding to support vehicle and system maintenance.
* Compile and maintain detailed documentation and test reports.
* Actively engage in Quality Production Systems (QPS) and ensure compliance with health and safety regulations.
* Ensure proper waste disposal and adherence to both written and verbal instructions.
Person Specification
Background & Experience
* Solid knowledge of heavy-duty diesel engines.
* Proficient in fault-finding and use of modern diagnostic tools.
Qualifications
* Recognised Mechanical Engineering apprenticeship or NVQ Level 3 equivalent.
* Prior experience in the rail or plant industry.
Skills and Attributes
* Strong alignment with company values: Reliability, Passion, Collaboration, Safety, Customer Focus, Continuous Improvement, Teamwork, and Leadership.
* Self-motivated team player with a positive attitude.
* Credible, tenacious, and resilient.
* Highly collaborative and organized.
This is an exciting opportunity to work with a dedicated team in a dynamic and supportive environment