Company: RYOBI
Location: Carrickfergus
Posted: May 6th, 2026
The Company:
Ryobi Aluminium Casting (UK) Ltd is an innovative, world class supplier of high quality, technically complex automotive components. Based in Carrickfergus, Ryobi Aluminium Casting (UK) Ltd is a proud member of the Ryobi Group. With the help of our Japanese parent company we can bring the latest technological advances to our European Customers.
Ryobis vision is to maintain a sustainable business by achieving the best results for our customers, maximising the potential of every employee through mutual respect, trust and teamwork. Our mission is to be the Number 1 Die Casting Company in Europe, to build upon our current customer base and increase market share, and to satisfy customer and shareholder requirements.
The role:
1. Ensure all health and safety policies and procedures are complied with in accordance with the company requirements
2. Ensure effective maintenance of all equipment
3. Develop maintain and implement planned maintenance schedules and routines for all equipment
4. Ensure all plant and equipment is operationally safe and complies with the relevant legislation
5. Maintain all records, documentation and literature in compliance with safety, health, environmental and Company quality standards
6. Work in cooperation with production to increase the effectiveness and efficiency of the manufacturing process
7. Participate with information sharing and team working, supporting any activities undertaken within the Company including providing technical knowledge and advice
8. Provide and implement technical solutions to continuously improve the manufacturing process
9. Contribute to the production of the highest quality products, good customer service and their continuous improvements
10. Establish and promote good housekeeping and safety practices
11. Comply with Company environmental/energy policies and the requirements of the Environmental System in both normal and emergency situations
12. Other duties as assigned
Essential Criteria:
NVQ level 3 (or equivalent) in Engineering
Time-served electrical and/or mechanical engineer
Previous experience in an industrial maintenance environment
Proven knowledge and experience of fault finding and repair, within a manufacturing environment
Knowledge and experience of the implementation of good health, safety and environmental practice
Preventive maintenance on manufacturing equipment
Good analytical and problem solving skills
Good communication skills, both oral and written
Ability to work effectively on own initiative without supervision, and positively contribute within a team environment
Flexibility to perform various tasks, breakdown repairs, preventative maintenance and project work
Computer literate
Able to work shifts and overtime as required
Desirable Criteria:
3 years post apprenticeship experience in an industrial maintenance environment
Experience of robotics
Shortlisting and Interviews:
Shortlisting - 20.05.2026
Interviews - Week Commencing 25.05.2026
Company Benefits:
Competitive salary
Generous employer pension contributions
A health cash plan
Discount scheme
Life assurance
Service-related holidays and holiday purchase scheme
Employee assistance programme
Free car parking
Learning and Development opportunities and support
Ride to work scheme
Service awards
If you have previously applied for this role in the last 6 months, we will not be considering your application at this time.
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