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Electrical Engineer
- Posted 23 March 2026
- Salary €45000.00 - €65000.00 per annum
- LocationMonaghan
- Job type Permanent
- Discipline Food Manufacturing / FMCG
- Reference12062_1774280144
Job description
Vickertstock in partnership with a leading food manufacturing company are recruiting for an experirnced Electrical Engineer / Technician
Job description:
Electrical Maintenance Technician
Location Requirement
Must live in or around Monaghan (within a 20-minute radius).
Working Hours
- Full-time, permanent position
- 08:00 - 16:00, Monday to Friday
- 24-hour call-out rotation (1 week in every 3 weeks)
Key Accountabilities
- Install, maintain, and repair electrical control, wiring, and lighting systems across the company and associated facilities.
- Read and interpret technical diagrams, schematics, and equipment manuals.
- Carry out planned and reactive electrical maintenance to minimise downtime in a 24/7 production environment.
- Inspect, test, and maintain transformers, circuit breakers, control panels, and other electrical components.
- Troubleshoot electrical faults using appropriate diagnostic and testing equipment.
- Repair and replace electrical wiring, fixtures, and components in line with manufacturer and safety standards.
- Perform corrective and preventative maintenance on circuit breakers.
- Develop and maintain a strong working knowledge of hatchery machinery, including incubators, hatchers, climate control, ventilation, and alarm systems.
- Work in compliance with National Electrical Code standards and all relevant health, safety, and biosecurity procedures.
- Complete maintenance records, permits, and related documentation accurately and on time.
- Carry out general repair work on process machinery as required.
- Work closely with engineering, production, and quality teams to support hatchery performance.
- Undertake other reasonable duties as assigned to support site operations.
Requirements
- Recognised electrical qualification and previous electrical maintenance experience (essential).
- Experience in an industrial, manufacturing, food, or agricultural environment (desirable).
- Willingness to learn and develop detailed knowledge of specialised hatchery equipment and processes.
- Strong manual dexterity and fault-finding ability.
- Ability to work a flexible schedule to meet operational needs, including participation in call-outs.
- Excellent time management skills with the ability to work independently and prioritise effectively.
- Strong teamwork skills and the ability to build positive working relationships across departments.
If the above role is in line with your experirnce and qualifications kindly reach out to
