Automation Engineer

We are Boliden Tara Mines DAC.

Our purpose is to provide the metals essential to improve society for generations to come.

Our vision is to be the most climate friendly and respected metal provider in the world.

Our values are Care, Courage and Responsibility

Automation Engineer

Role: Automation Engineer

• Company: Boliden Tara Mines  
• Location: Navan, County Meath 

Full-Time, Permanent

An excellent opportunity has arisen within the company for a highly skilled and motivated Automation Engineer to join our dynamic engineering team. The successful candidate will have a strong foundation in automation and a passion for driving process improvements through innovative technologies. You will be responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining automated systems that enhance operational efficiency, safety, and productivity

Main Duties And Responsibilities:

Responsibilities include participation in Mine and when required Mill Electrical Installation & Maintenance work, project, preventative and corrective maintenance and technical/design work as directed and or/scheduled. Ensure 5S, housekeeping and cleaning of all own work areas. Ensure safety standards are maintained

While the company operates based on complete flexibility you may be required to do other duties from time to time as determined by your immediate supervisor.

Core Duties Include:

• In line with applicable procedures conduct all duties in a way that promotes Boliden’s values and best practice relating to environmental, health, safety and quality performance.
• Monitor and Control of Mine Operation Systems – PLC’s etc
• Role model Boliden’s core values always and can demonstrate use of core values to drive continuous improvement.
• Monitor and troubleshoot plant operations to determine maintenance requirements to maximise plant availability. Identify improvement areas and implement projects and solutions.
• Maintain compliance with certified Management Systems and regulatory permits.
• To supervise, direct and coach maintenance personnel as required.
• Develop and communicate maintenance documentation as required.
• Participate in budget development and cost control initiatives.
• Use, develop and promote mill maintenance systems, both physical and electronic.  
• To compile, manage and maintain maintenance records and databases.
• Contact person for technical department
• Other duties may be determined by Electrical Team Leader
• Actively participate in continuous improvement projects aimed at improving operational efficiency and/or practices
• Read and accept New Ways of Working and Mine Organisational changes detailed in “3. Final New Ways of Working – 24/04/2024” document agreed by Group of Unions and Boliden Tara Mines

Experience And Qualifications:

Applicants must have a 3rd level qualification in Electrical/Automation Engineering with at least 5 years’ experience of Mining or Heavy Industrial installations, and have the ability to work with, compliment and improve the Team and systems already in place. Familiarity with Tara Maximo, SolidWorks, Electrical and PLC Control systems would be beneficial.

Language:

Strong verbal and written and presenting skills in enabling effective communication across all levels of the organisation.

Skills And Capabilities:

• Organisational and strategic thinking skills

• Strong Interpersonal Skills.

• Ability to create and maintain an inclusive culture
• Good communication skills with strong verbal, written and computer skills
• Effective team player along with the ability to work under one’s own initiative.
• The candidate must have the ability to promote the Boliden Core Values in all aspects of their role. 

• Problem Solving Skills

• Flexible approach to work
• Willingness to promote continuous improvements within the company.
• This role will be full time, Monday to Friday 07:30 am – 4:00 pm
• Flexible approach to work
• Willingness to promote continuous improvements within the company.
• This role will be full time, Monday to Friday 07:30 am – 4:00 pm

Additional Info:

• There will be a degree of flexibility required as part of this role in line with operational requirements.  
• We strive to achieve diversity and inclusion among our employees and therefore welcome all applicants. Your application will be processed in accordance with the GDPR. 

Closing date for applications is 9th January 2026

To Apply please visit www.Boliden.com and go to the Careers Portal.

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