Mechanical Fitter
Wood · Cork
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced Mechanical Fitter to join our team and support the safe, efficient and high‑quality delivery of mechanical maintenance and construction activities across site. You will bring strong technical capability, disciplined work habits and a proactive approach to equipment reliability, ensuring all work is completed safely and in accordance with project requirements, procedures and specifications.
What You’ll Do
- Mechanical Maintenance — Carry out daily preventive maintenance, inspections and servicing of mechanical systems, rotating equipment and fixed plant.
- Hydraulic Systems — Diagnose, repair and maintain hydraulic systems, including troubleshooting pressure faults, leaks and component failures.
- Pump Rebuilds — Strip, assess, rebuild and test pumps and associated assemblies to required tolerances and manufacturer specifications.
- Emergent/BREAKDOWN Work — Respond to breakdowns and emergent maintenance needs, ensuring safe, timely and effective restoration of equipment.
- Workpack Execution — Complete all tasks in accordance with approved workpacks, jobcards, drawings, schematics and technical procedures.
- Safe Work Delivery — Execute all work safely, ensuring no adverse impact to personnel, plant or the environment.
- Permit to Work — Apply for and work under the correct permits to work (PTW) to ensure controlled and compliant task execution.
- Risk Assessment — Conduct risk assessments prior to work, identifying hazards and implementing appropriate controls.
- Multi‑Discipline Collaboration — Work effectively with other trades and contribute within integrated multi‑discipline teams.
Wood is a global leader in consulting, engineering and operations for the energy and materials sectors. With 33,000 people in around 50 countries, Wood supports clients across the full asset lifecycle, delivering safe, predictable outcomes while enabling resilient operations and a lower carbon future. Wood forms the Energy & Materials pillar of Sidara - a global partnership uniting leading multidisciplinary engineering, design, and project management companies. www.woodgroup.com
Diversity Statement
We are an equal opportunity employer that recognises the value of a diverse workforce. All suitably qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment on the basis of objective criteria and without regard to the following (which is a non-exhaustive list): race, colour, age, religion, gender, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or other characteristics in accordance with the relevant governing laws.
Wood is recruiting for 2 Mechanical Fitters for a potential 2 year project on a heavy industry Tankage project, based at a client site in Cork, Ireland
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