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Diesel Maintenance Plant Fitter Dublin Construction Industry
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Posted:
13 June 2026 (30+ days ago)
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Application Deadline:
10 September 2026
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1 Vacancy
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Job Summary
Diesel Plant Fitter / Construction Plant Mechanic
Salary: 53000 - 60000 Per Annum (Dependent on experience)
Hours: 45 hour week
Location: Dublin (Field & Workshop)
Job Type:Full-time Permanent
Overview
We are seeking an experienced Diesel Plant Fitter to join a busy and growing operation in Dublin. This role focuses on the maintenance repair and servicing of heavy plant equipment ensuring minimal downtime while maintaining full compliance with health safety and regulatory standards.
We are seeking an experienced Diesel Plant Fitter to join a busy and growing operation in Dublin. This role focuses on the maintenance repair and servicing of heavy plant equipment ensuring minimal downtime while maintaining full compliance with health safety and regulatory standards.
Key Responsibilities
- Carry out routine servicing maintenance and inspections on plant machinery
- Diagnose faults across diesel engines hydraulic systems and mechanical components
- Perform repairs on engines transmissions braking systems pumps and hydraulics
- Respond to breakdowns and complete on-site (field) repairs as required
- Maintain accurate service records inspection reports and job sheets
- Prepare plant machinery for hire deployment or operational use
- Work both within the workshop and at external customer sites
- Ensure all work complies with Irish health & safety regulations and industry standards
- Provide support and guidance to junior fitters or apprentices when required
Requirements
- Relevant trade qualification (e.g. Plant Fitter Diesel Mechanic Heavy Plant Mechanic)
- Minimum of 3 years experience in a plant HGV or heavy equipment environment
- Strong technical knowledge of:Diesel enginesHydraulic systems Diagnostics and fault finding
- Full clean drivers licence (essential)
- Ability to work independently and under pressure
Desirable Skills & Experience
- Experience working with construction or quarry plant equipment
- Welding and fabrication skills
- Familiarity with diagnostic software and telematics systems
Key Skills
- Strong problem-solving and fault-diagnosis ability
- Excellent mechanical aptitude
- High level of attention to detail
- Good communication skills particularly in field-based environments
Benefits
- Competitive salary
- Accommodation is provided in Dublin from Monday - Friday
To Apply: Email your CV with the subject line Diesel Plant Mechanic to
Note: Recruitment is focused on EU-based candidates who already have the right to work in Ireland. If you do not hear back within 2 weeks of your application please consider your application unsuccessful
