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To give those currently marginalised from the workforce the skills and related knowledge to confidently pursue employment in a process maintenance technician role in a manufacturing setting.
To prepare learners to become more competitive in the employment market or to confidently
progress on to further and higher education.
To develop operational competence in the broad field of maintenance of industrial mechanical and electrical systems.
Candidates who successfully complete this programme should be seen in the context of members of a multidisciplinary team of professionals including mechanical and electrical engineers, electricians, supervisors, safety professionals and manufacturing representatives.
This programme aims to develop the candidates technical acumen and personal effectiveness, project management and employability skills so as to maximise their potential for employment.
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There are a number of different entry routes to the Manufacturing Technician Maintenance Skills programme, depending on your own individual background. Applicants must be 18 years or older with eligibility to work and live in Ireland.
The following criteria will inform candidate selection:
Β· Must be numerate and literate with the capacity to learn new skills and absorb varied product knowledge.
Β· A problem solver with the capacity to work as a member of a team and to communicate clearly with others.
Β· Good hand-to-eye coordination, mechanical aptitude and visual acuity is important
Β· Demonstrate a level of personal motivation and a clear desire to work in the field of technology.
Β· Candidates should at minimum have completed the Junior Cert with pass grades in at least five Ordinary level subjects (including Maths and English).
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Candidates who wish to apply for entry, and who do not satisfy any of the standard entry requirements are advised; that an evidenced and justifiable rationale will have to be provided for consideration to be entered into the selection process. This will include the submission of a detailed synopsis of previous educational, life and/or work experiences.