Field Service Engineer | Kildare Town, County Kildare | Full Time | €18–€24 per hour DOE
Working Hours: Monday to Thursday, 7:30 am–5:00 pm; Friday, 7:30 am–4:00 pm
Our client designs and manufactures waste management and recycling equipment, including compactors, balers and specialist recycling systems. With nearly 40 years of experience, they provide solutions to businesses across Ireland, helping them manage waste more efficiently and sustainably.
The Role
They are seeking a motivated and technically minded Field Service Engineer to join their existing team of three engineers.
This is a primarily field-based role involving nationwide travel to customer sites, with occasional workshop-based work in Kildare Town. You will be responsible for installing, commissioning, servicing and repairing waste handling equipment, using your technical knowledge and problem-solving skills to keep machinery operating effectively.
You will report day to day to the Service Administrator, who coordinates workloads, and will work under the Operations Head.
Key Responsibilities
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Service and maintain compactors, balers and other waste handling equipment
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Install and commission machinery at customer sites
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Assemble and fit out machinery in the workshop when required
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Carry out equipment upgrades and maintenance work
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Apply logical and methodical problem-solving skills to identify and resolve technical issues
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Provide professional customer support and communicate effectively with clients
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Maintain accurate records and follow relevant working procedures
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Work collaboratively with the Service Administrator and wider team
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Travel nationwide to carry out service and maintenance work
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Maintain a professional, positive and safety-conscious approach to all tasks
Requirements
Essential
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Strong hydraulic and electrical knowledge
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Mechanical skills, including diagnostic and fault-finding abilities
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Excellent communication skills when dealing with customers and colleagues
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A positive attitude and a motivated, proactive approach to work
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Strong problem-solving abilities
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A practical, hands-on approach to work
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Willingness to learn and develop new skills
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Ability to work independently and as part of a team
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Full driving licence, as nationwide travel is required
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Candidates must have the right to work in Ireland, as sponsorship is not available for this role
Desirable
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Experience installing, commissioning, servicing or repairing industrial machinery
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Experience with waste management, compactors, balers or recycling equipment
What’s In It For You
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Full-time, permanent position
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Varied, hands-on work combining field service and workshop activities
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A friendly and supportive working environment
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Opportunities for training, education and career progression
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Potential access to a company van, subject to discussion
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Potential bonus at management discretion
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Standard statutory holidays
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The opportunity to join an established business with a long-standing commitment to its employees
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