Heavy Duty Diesel Plant Fitter

Heavy Duty Diesel Plant Fitter – Construction and Quarries

Salary: €45,000 - €60,000 Per Annum (Dependent on experience)

Hours: 45 hour week

Location: Donegal and Dublin Ireland

Job Type: Full-time | Permanent

Overview

We are seeking experienced Diesel Plant Fitters to join a busy and growing operation in Ireland. These roles focus on the maintenance, repair, and servicing of heavy plant and diesel equipment ensuring minimal downtime while maintaining full compliance with health, safety, and regulatory standards.

Key Responsibilities

1. Carry out routine servicing, maintenance, and inspections on plant machinery
2. Diagnose faults across diesel engines, hydraulic systems, and mechanical components
3. Perform repairs on engines, transmissions, braking systems, pumps, and hydraulics
4. Respond to breakdowns and complete on-site (field) repairs as required
5. Maintain accurate service records, inspection reports, and job sheets
6. Prepare plant, construction and quarry machinery for deployment, or operational use
7. Work both within the workshop and at external customer sites where needed
8. Ensure all work complies with Irish health & safety regulations and industry standards
9. Provide support and guidance to junior fitters or apprentices when required

Requirements

1. Relevant trade qualification (e.g. Plant Fitter, Diesel Mechanic, Heavy Plant Mechanic)
2. Minimum of 3 years’ experience in a plant, construction, HGV, or heavy equipment environment
3. Strong technical knowledge of: Diesel engines, Hydraulic systems Diagnostics and fault finding
4. Full driver’s licence (essential)
5. Ability to work independently and under pressure

Desirable Skills & Experience

1. Experience working with construction or quarry plant equipment
2. Welding and fabrication skills
3. Familiarity with diagnostic software and telematics systems

Key Skills

1. Strong problem-solving and fault-diagnosis ability
2. Excellent mechanical aptitude
3. High level of attention to detail
4. Good communication skills, particularly in field-based environments

Benefits

1. Competitive salary
2. Accommodation assistance
3. Potential relocation assistance
4. Permanent position

Note: This role is not offering permit sponsorship. Applicants must have a valid work permit or rights to work in Ireland.

If you do not hear back within 2 weeks of your application, please consider your application unsuccessful.