Plumber | Limerick

LimerickPosted Oct 14, 2026

Job description

  • Permanent position available with a considerable portfolio of works for the next 5+ years
  • To build your career by assisting in the delivery of ‘leading edge’ engineering projects.
  • To work with a vibrant, agile and multi-functional team in delivering projects on time, safely, to budget and to the required quality standards.
  • To benefit from Kirby’s Career Development Programmes that will enhance your leadership capability.
  • To work with the best.
  • Excellent package on offer with room for negotiations

About Kirby Group Engineering Kirby Group Engineering is an international multi-disciplinary engineering services contractor and leading provider of high-value engineering services to a number of ‘blue chip’ companies. Operating across Ireland, the UK, Europe and South Africa, Kirby has become the engineering service provider of choice in growth segments such as pharmaceuticals, data centres and power transmission and distribution. Our culture is innovative, collaborative and performance focused. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to grow and develop in a company committed to developing talent and rewarding performance.

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Industrial Plumberto join our team on a large-scale industrial project inLimerick. The successful candidate will be responsible for the installation, maintenance and testing of plumbing and pipework systems, working as part of a multidisciplinary site team.

This role would suit a qualified plumber with experience working on industrial, pharmaceutical, manufacturing or large-scale construction projects.

To be considered you will have the following:

  • Candidates should have a trade background in Mechanical services.
  • Minimum of 3 years' experience in large scale industrial, Pharmaceutical, Life Sciences or Data Center projects.
  • Will have a current and up to date safe pass, manual handling, working at heights.

Key Responsibilities

  • Install, maintain and repair industrial plumbing and pipework systems.
  • Install hot and cold-water services, drainage systems and associated pipework.
  • Work with a range of piping materials and systems in accordance with project specifications.
  • Install valves, pumps, fixtures, supports and associated equipment.
  • Read and interpret construction drawings, schematics and technical specifications.
  • Measure, cut, fit and assemble pipework accurately.
  • Carry out pressure testing, flushing and system checks as required.
  • Identify and resolve installation issues in conjunction with supervisors and the wider project team.
  • Ensure installations are completed to the required quality standards and project specifications.
  • Coordinate with other trades to ensure works are completed efficiently and safely.
  • Complete works in line with project programmes and supervisor instructions.
  • Maintain a clean and safe working area.
  • Comply with all site health, safety and environmental requirements, including permit-to-work procedures where applicable.
  • Report defects, hazards or quality concerns to the relevant supervisor.

What Kirby look for in their employees:

  • Excellent communicator/strong interpersonal skills
  • Planner/Organised
  • Influencer
  • Conscientious
  • Decisive and action oriented
  • Team player
  • Attentive to detail and record keeper
  • Results oriented with the resilience to work under pressure

What We Offer

  • Competitive rates of pay.
  • Opportunity to work on some of Europe's leading industrial and technology projects.
  • Career progression and development opportunities.
  • Ongoing training and support.
  • A positive and safety-focused working environment.

For more information on this role, or other Construction / Engineering opportunities across Ireland, the UK, Europe, or South Africa please review our careers page ( Vacancies - Kirby Group Careers ) or contact the Talent Acquisition Team at Kirby Group in confidence on +353 (0)1 454 0411.

Kirby Group Engineering is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace and welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates, regardless of race, gender, disability, religion, sexual orientation, or age.

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