Asset Management - Baggage Technician (Mechanical Fitter)

TL;DR

Asset Management - Baggage Technician (Mechanical Fitter): Provide services for operation and maintenance of Dublin Airport’s baggage handling systems including 14km of conveyors, sortation units, PLCs, SCADA, and EDS X-ray machines with an accent on planned, reactive, and emergency maintenance. Focus on monitoring via control room systems, root cause investigation of jams, and ensuring safe, efficient airport operations in a 24/7 shift environment.

Location: Dublin, Co. Dublin, Ireland (onsite, 12-hour shifts across 4-week cycle)

Company

Airport industry leader operating Dublin Airport, Ireland's main international gateway handling over 28 million passengers annually, with significant capital investments underway.

What you will do

• Monitor and control baggage handling systems (BHS) via SCADA and control room software, investigate jams and stoppages.
• Operate and maintain all airport assets in a multi-skilled team environment.
• Deliver planned maintenance, reactive repairs, and emergency responses on BHS assets.
• Maintain clean work areas and produce comprehensive records using CMMS for performance metrics.
• Communicate system issues with stakeholders and utilize technologies for enhanced performance.
• Participate in H&S initiatives, continuous improvement projects, and team upskilling.

Requirements

• Hold a recognized Mechanical Fitting trade qualification (National Craft Certificate / Standards Based Apprenticeship)
• Good understanding of electrical or mechanical systems design, operations, fault finding, and maintenance
• Proficient in IT skills, Microsoft Office, and computerized maintenance systems
• Ideally experienced in PLC, LV control systems, and SCADA
• Hold and maintain a full, clean driving license
• Strong work ethic, communication skills, ability to work under pressure independently and in a team

Culture & Benefits

• Fast-paced, energetic, and diverse company with opportunities across technical, operations, and other roles.
• Support for developing multi-skilled competencies in a cross-skilled team environment.
• Commitment to H&S culture, ISO standards (55001/50001/45001), and continuous improvement.
• Flexibility in shift patterns, out-of-hours call-ins, and remote technical support as needed.