Electrical Technician

Electrical Technician - City West Print Facility

Location: On site / Dublin, Ireland

Job type: Fixed Term / Full-Time

Sector and subsector: Engineering | Electrical

Salary: Competitive Salary

Electrical Technician

Based at The Irish Times Print Facility, Citywest

Contract: 3-Year Fixed Term

Report to: Engineering Manager

The Irish Times, Ireland’s leading quality newspaper and digital media platform, is seeking an experienced Electrical Technician to join our dynamic Engineering Team at our state-of-the-art Print Facility in Citywest.

This is an exciting opportunity to work in a high-performance, fast-paced production environment where The Irish Times and other major publications are printed.

Key Responsibilities:

• We are looking for a motivated and experienced technician with a strong track record in:
• Electrical maintenance
• Electronic engineering
• Control systems and network technology
• Supporting high-volume production operations

You will be part of a skilled and collaborative team, responsible for the day-to-day technical support of critical production systems, including:

• Printing press and mailroom dispatch systems
• Laser imaging and vision systems
• Siemens S5 & S7 PLC control systems
• InterBus / ProfiBus control systems
• PC support and networking
• Closed-loop speed control systems

Candidate Requirements:

• Diploma or degree in Electronics, or
• Fully qualified Electrician with experience in electronics and IT
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
• Strong initiative and problem-solving skills
• Willingness to work variable shifts, with a focus on evening and night shifts

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Company Health Insurance Scheme
• Company Pension Contribution
• Free Irish Times Premium Digital Subscription
• Generous annual leave entitlement
• Income Continuance Cover
• Paid Sick Leave
• Bike to Work Scheme

At The Irish Times, we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.