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Hatchery Electrician

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Job Title: Hatchery Electrician Reporting to: Engineering Manager Contract Type: Full-time / Permanent Location: Emyvale, Co. Monaghan Role Purpose To provide electrical maintenance and support within a live hatchery environment, ensuring all electrical systems, incubators, and process machinery operate safely, reliably, and in a manner that protects egg integrity, animal welfare, and biosecurity standards. The role requires a strong willingness to develop detailed knowledge of hatchery equipment and an understanding of the critical nature of egg handling and protection. Key Accountabilities • Install, maintain, and repair electrical control, wiring, and lighting systems across the hatchery and associated facilities. • Read and interpret technical diagrams, schematics, and equipment manuals. • Carry out planned and reactive electrical maintenance to minimise downtime in a 24/7 production environment. • Inspect, test, and maintain transformers, circuit breakers, control panels, and other electrical components. • Troubleshoot electrical faults using appropriate diagnostic and testing equipment. • Repair and replace electrical wiring, fixtures, and components in line with manufacturer and safety standards. • Perform circuit breaker corrective and preventative maintenance. • Develop and maintain a strong working knowledge of hatchery machinery, including incubators, hatchers, climate control, ventilation, and alarm systems. • Maintain awareness of the critical nature of eggs and live production, ensuring all work is carried out carefully to avoid contamination, damage, temperature disruption, or unnecessary disturbance. • Work in compliance with National Electrical Code standards and all relevant health, safety, and biosecurity procedures. • Support routine preventative maintenance programmes to ensure optimal machine performance and egg protection. • Complete maintenance records, permits, and relevant documentation accurately and on time. • Carry out general repair work to process machinery as required. • Work closely with engineering, production, and quality teams to support hatchery performance. • Undertake other reasonable duties as assigned in support of the site. Requirements • Recognised electrical qualification and previous electrical maintenance experience is essential. • Experience in an industrial, manufacturing, food, or agricultural environment is desirable. • Willingness to learn and develop detailed knowledge of specialised hatchery equipment and processes. • Good manual dexterity and fault-finding ability. • Ability to work a flexible schedule to meet the operational needs of the business, including call-outs. • Excellent time management skills with the ability to work independently and prioritise effectively. • Strong teamwork skills, with the ability to build positive working relationships across departments. Job Types: Full-time, Permanent Benefits: • Company events • Company pension • Employee discount Work Location: In person

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