Job Description

Ulster Carpets is a renowned, family-owned carpet manufacturer based in Portadown, Northern Ireland. Founded in 1938, the company is a global leader in the production of high-quality, luxurious woven carpets for export to customers located all over the world.

We have a vacancy for a

Mechanical Maintenance Engineer

to provide maintenance, repair, and installation services across all mechanical systems, ensuring the safe and efficient operation of plant, machinery, and equipment on site.

Required Skills and Experience:

Proven experience as a mechanical fitter with exposure to electrical systems Good understanding of basic electrical principles and safe isolation practices Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings and schematics Strong fault-finding and problem-solving abilities Good knowledge of health, safety, and environmental regulations

Desirable (but not essential) Skills and Experience:

Basic electrical Knowledge Experience with hydraulics, pneumatics, and welding Experience of working in a manufacturing or process environment Experience in working with industrial steam boilers.

Qualifications:

Level 3 qualification in primary related trade with a minimum of 3 years experience (e.g., NVQ Level 3, City & Guilds), or equivalent qualification

Key Responsibilities:

Carry out planned preventative maintenance (PPM) on mechanical systems and equipment. Diagnose and repair mechanical faults. Assemble, install, test, and maintain mechanical systems, plant, and equipment. Assist with electrical work such as motor changes, sensors, and basic wiring where required. Support breakdown response and emergency repairs to minimise downtime. Read and interpret engineering drawings, manuals, and technical documentation. Work collaboratively with engineering, production, and external contractors as needed. Adhere to all health, safety, and environmental procedures and ensure safe working practices at all times. Accurately complete maintenance records, work reports, and documentation, logging information electronically.
The company is committed to selection on merit.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Benefits:

Bereavement leave Company pension Employee discount Enhanced paternity leave On-site parking Private medical insurance
Application question(s):

Are you able to work a 3 shift rotation shift pattern (earlies, nights, lates)
Experience:

relevant mechanical maintenance: 1 year (preferred)
Licence/Certification:

relevant trade qualified (e.g NVQ Level 3, C& G), or equiv (preferred)
Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person