​What you need to know

Matrix Recruitment are seeking to recruit a Maintenance Supervisor for our client, based in Kildare County.

This is a permanent role.

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As a Maintenance Supervisor, you'll be at the forefront of ensuring the maintenance team runs smoothly and efficiently. Your role is pivotal in maintaining a productive workforce that supports the plant's operations.

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Your new job

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Key duties & responsibilities:

•Lead day-to-day departmental operations.

•Efficiently plan and coordinate resources and tasks.

•Manage weekly budgets.

•Drive Lean projects and process improvements.

•Provide insightful commentary and initiatives in weekly maintenance downtime reports.

•Identify cost-saving opportunities within the maintenance department.

•Oversee critical spares, workshop parts, and consumables.

•Maintain audit readiness and meet customer requirements.

•Ensure 24/7 maintenance coverage at the plant.

•Handle staff holiday planning.

•Attend key weekly plant meetings.

•Act as a communication bridge to the Plant Manager in the absence of the Group Maintenance Manager.

•Play a role in the recruitment of new technicians.

•Review and optimize shift schedules.

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What are we looking for?

•Trade or engineering qualification (electrical or mechanical).

•Minimum 5 years of post-qualification experience.

•Strong hands-on knowledge of electrical and mechanical equipment.

•Previous experience in team supervision.

•Familiarity with preventive maintenance systems.

•Proficient troubleshooting skills.

•Experience in process manufacturing (food, beverage, or similar).

•Positive and adaptable team player.

•Basic computer skills (Outlook, Excel, Word).

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Apply for this job now by emailing your WORD formatted CV to Patricia.

Full detailed job spec available on request.

By applying, you are giving consent for Matrix Recruitment to contact you about this job. We collect your data for recruitment purposes only and will retain it for the duration required as outlined in our privacy policy. All CVs are kept confidential and will not be submitted to any clients without your knowledge and permission. Please note that due to the expected high volume of applications, we can only reply to applicants suitable for the position.

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