Facilities Technician

About the Role

Join Ireland's leading foodservice company as a Facilities Technician at our Dublin Distribution Centre. Be part of a team passionate about supporting thousands of cafés, restaurants, and bars nationwide. In this full-time onsite position, you will play a crucial role in maintaining the facility’s operations, aligned with Sysco’s core principle to keep the customer central to all activities.

Primary Responsibilities

• Provide a top-quality maintenance service ensuring operational efficiency, effectiveness, and safety.
• Deliver maintenance support including updating equipment logs, data entry, and involvement in continuous improvement initiatives.
• Troubleshoot electrical and mechanical issues.
• Carry out electro-mechanical repairs on high-speed, PLC-controlled equipment including handling and packaging machinery, plus pneumatic and hydraulic systems.
• Offer technical support for plant facilities such as compressed air and refrigeration systems.
• Perform scheduled preventative maintenance tasks.
• Maintain accurate records in the Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) of all maintenance activities and changes daily.

Required Qualifications and Experience

• Relevant trade qualification in Mechanical, Electrical or Automotive disciplines.
• Minimum of three years post-apprenticeship experience in a similar role within a regulated manufacturing or logistics environment.
• Strong background and qualifications in mechanical and electrical maintenance.
• Proven knowledge of quality standards, health and safety practices.
• Experience with planned preventative maintenance and fault diagnosis.
• Flexibility to work rotating shifts and travel as required.

Core Competencies

• Excellent customer focus, understanding stakeholders' needs beyond basic requirements.
• Adaptable and flexible to change, anticipating impacts and supporting smooth transitions.
• Proficient at building and maintaining effective, cross-departmental relationships through strong communication skills.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication tailored to various business levels and settings.

Compensation and Benefits

• Competitive salary package.
• Annual leave entitlement plus service leave.
• Wellbeing day and service recognition programs.
• Access to learning and development opportunities.
• Recognition awards and colleague discounts.
• Lifestyle savings platform with discounts on well-known brands and retailers.
• Enhanced company sick pay scheme.
• Employee assistance program and additional benefits.

Additional Information

The job responsibilities may evolve as company needs change, reflecting a dynamic work environment. Sysco is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, valuing diversity and inclusive hiring practices.