# Mechanical Lead at Alternativeheat > Location unclear · Staff · Other · open. Source: https://alderhq.app/jobs/pinpoint%3Aalternativeheat%3A617902 (read 2026-11-11). ## Facts (observed) - Company: [Alternativeheat](https://alderhq.app/companies/alternativeheat) - Location text: Dundalk, Louth - Where it can be done from (inferred): Location unclear (evidence: "Location: Dundalk, Louth") - Posted: 2026-11-11 (0 days ago) - First seen by alder: 2026-11-11 · last verified: 2026-11-11 - Reposted: 0 times · edited: 0 times - Apply on the employer's site: https://alternativeheat.pinpointhq.com/en/postings/4c17f781-93e7-4695-9124-c0231cebcbea ## Pay and sponsorship - Posted pay: not posted ## Description (the employer's text) What We Do: Alternative Heat is a market-leading provider of Offsite Manufacturing (OSM) solutions, delivering fully integrated, high-performance prefabricated MEP systems for the data centre sector. Operating from our advanced manufacturing facilities in the Republic of Ireland, we specialise in the design, development, fabrication and delivery of innovative offsite solutions that improve programme certainty, reduce on-site activity and accelerate project delivery. We take genuine pride in the long-standing relationships we have built, working closely with our clients as trusted partners throughout the lifecycle of their projects. By combining technical expertise, innovation and manufacturing excellence, we continue to support leading data centre developers and operators in delivering resilient, efficient and future-ready mission-critical infrastructure across the UK and Europe. Role Overview: Due to continued growth we wish to integrate a Mechanical Lead to support our mechanical assembly production, primarily over our modular plantroom builds in our Dundalk assembly facility. This post is a permanent position and offers amazing opportunities for any successful candidate who wishes to gain experience within a progressive and dynamic company. We are currently seeking a self-motivated and enthusiastic individual who can manage, develop, delegate work accordingly and support the Assembly team on progress and advancements. Part of the role as Mechanical Lead will be to manage weekly production, forecast production, monitoring of queries, non-conformances and implement operational procedures. The role will also require the managing of Subcontractor / materials, machine maintenance and the development of the assembly facilities in Dundalk with advice and guidance on design requirements and specification. ### Responsibilities - Lead and supervise the installation of Mechanical fitouts. - Review assembly drawings, highlight any issues. - Assist with material take offs for more complex installations. - Ensure installation are complete and to a high standard. - Help build the team you lead to improve mechanical knowledge on the floor. - Assist with resolving technical queries on or during installations. - Report on project completion percentages, fill out any processes required to assist with reports and tracking. - Prioritising multiple project on the assembly floor to ensure dispatch date are achieved. - Liaise with the project management teams in weekly project meetings to discuss progress and programmes. - Management of assembly sub-contractors. - Laise with production and fabrication teams to ensure clear to build is achieved in with project programmes. - Review all assembly drawings prior to entering the production line for correct measurements and specifications. - Ensure company assembly procedures are adhered to and developed. - Liaise regularly with line managers in relation to labour resources, training, machinery, and any non-conformances. - Supporting weekly progress reports and target advancements on individual project. - Ensuring the project progresses in a timely manner and in accordance with project programs and specifications. - Manage and schedule workload accordingly in the assembly facilities. - Identify skills levels and develop an expanding assembly team. - Allocate labour and monitor productivity. - Ensure correct torque settings and torquing is recorded. - Complete daily progress reports. - Assist material control and report shortages through to the stores. - Maintain housekeeping to 5S standards. - Ensure plantrooms remain safe and organised. - Support FAT activities. - Supervise daily operations of mechanical install, ensuring adherence to production schedules and quality standards. - Laise with subcontractors on a daily basis to review materials kits against the current install plan - Any other duties are deemed necessary by Management. - Provide hands-on support and guidance when required. ### Skills - Previous experience as a Mechanical supervisor. - Relevant MEP trade qualification - Organised structured approach to your work. - Ability to work under pressure and manage a varied portfolio of work. - Full Driving License. - Good attendance and timekeeping record. - Good interpersonal skills. - Self-motivated and enthusiastic with the ability to motivate colleagues, whilst maintaining a high level of productivity. --- Data: alder (https://alderhq.app). 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