A leading global organization is seeking a Senior Talent Acquisition Specialist located in Waterford. This fully onsite role involves end-to-end recruitment, engaging with senior stakeholders, and leading a variety of strategic people projects. The position requires 5+ years of recruitment experience, a Bachelor's degree in HR, and excellent stakeholder management abilities. You will also have significant exposure to senior leadership while shaping graduate initiatives across multiple sites. The contract begins in early March. #J-18808-Ljbffr
An excellent opportunity has arisen for a Senior Financial Accountant to join a well-established, market-leading manufacturing company within the construction and building materials sector. Based fully onsite in Balbriggan, Dublin . Reporting to the Finance Director, this role will suit an ambitious accountant who enjoys combining technical accounting, treasury management, and commercial insight within a growing, innovative business. Senior Financial Accountant Responsibilities Prepare monthly management accounts, budgets, forecasts, and a rolling 3-Year Business Plan. Produce management accounts for smaller holding companies and non-trading subsidiaries. Manage the treasury function, including cash-flow forecasting and foreign currency exposure. Coordinate and support the external audit process with third-party auditors. Ensure compliance with tax regulations, including VAT, payroll, and corporate tax filings. Analyse and articulate financial performance, providing meaningful insights to senior management. Monitor and apply relevant accounting standards, legislation, policies, and procedures. Support the development and maintenance of strong internal controls and process improvements. Assist in identifying and delivering cost-saving initiatives across the business. Participate in key financial projects such as dividend policy reviews and strategic initiatives. Collaborate cross-functionally and provide financial support on ad hoc projects and business initiatives. Senior Financial Accountant Requirements Qualified accountant (ACCA, ACA, CPA, or CIMA). Minimum of 4 years’ post-qualification or industry experience. Background in a medium to large accountancy practice, with strong audit exposure preferred. Prior experience in industry, ideally within a manufacturing or project-based environment. Proven experience in management accounting, budgeting, forecasting, and KPI reporting. Treasury management experience, including cash-flow forecasting, is highly advantageous. Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret financial and non-financial data. Benefits and Package Competitive salary aligned with experience and qualifications. Opportunity to work closely with senior leadership in a growing, forward-thinking organisation. Exposure to group-level finance, treasury, and strategic projects. Clear pathway for career progression within the finance function. Supportive and collaborative working environment. Long-term stability within a well-established and respected company. For a confidential discussion and more information on the role, please contact Michelle Miley at 016620088 #J-18808-Ljbffr
A prominent recruitment agency seeks a Visual Inspection Engineer to join their team in Sligo on a 12-month FTC. The role involves supporting Visual Inspection operations while ensuring compliance with safety and regulatory standards. Ideal candidates will have a relevant degree or higher and over three years of experience in a pharmaceutical manufacturing setting, particularly with biotechnological or parenteral processes. Strong technical input and leadership skills are essential for this position. #J-18808-Ljbffr
Overview Our clients are a leading producer and supplier of high-value, mission-critical materials, ingredients, and additives that are vital to a diverse range of industries, including Pharma, Med Devices, Food Production, and Industrial sectors. Role We are looking to hire an EHS Manager to join our team based on-site in Portlaoise. This role is a 6 month fixed-term contract to cover maternity leave. Responsibilities Responsible for development, implementation, communication and maintenance of EHS policies, programs and SOPs ensuring the company is compliant with HAS, EPA and Corporate Standards. Lead risk assessments, incident investigations, and corrective/preventative actions Liaise with on-site contractors to ensure their compliance with company safety regulations and adherence to safety standards Assist with the preparation of emergency/contingency plans, review and update emergency procedures and training with key staff. Including organizing and leading Conduct EH&S audits, inspections, and KPI reporting. Requirements Degree in Environmental, Health & Safety or related discipline Proven EH&S experience in a manufacturing environment involving hazardous chemicals Strong knowledge of Irish EH&S legislation Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills If this EHS Manager job in Portlaoise is of interest to you apply now or contact David Smith at Collins McNicholas to learn more. #J-18808-Ljbffr
A leading recruitment agency is looking for a Senior Financial Accountant to join a well-established manufacturing company in Dublin. The role involves preparing management accounts, managing treasury functions, and ensuring compliance with tax regulations. Ideal candidates are qualified accountants with at least 4 years of post-qualification experience in a medium to large practice and possess strong analytical skills. The position offers a competitive salary and opportunities for career progression. #J-18808-Ljbffr
Job Title: Senior Maintenance Engineer Location: Dublin 12 We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Senior Maintenance Engineer to join our client, a leading provider of automated material handling and postal automation systems. This is a permanent role in Dublin 12 , offering the opportunity to work with state‑of‑the‑art, high‑speed automation technology. The Senior Maintenance Engineer will provide advanced technical leadership and support to the maintenance team, working closely with the Maintenance Manager and deputising where required. Key Responsibilities: Provide high‑level technical support to maintenance technicians and supervisors, acting as the second level of escalation for equipment faults. Carry out advanced fault diagnosis and root cause analysis across automated, electrical, mechanical, electronic, and control systems. Work closely with the Maintenance Manager, deputising in their absence and supporting day‑to‑day team operations. Lead investigations into recurring or complex equipment issues and develop long‑term technical solutions. Develop, modify, and implement preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance strategies to improve equipment performance and availability. Support and oversee PM planning, execution, and optimisation. Manage and support spares strategy, including stock levels, sourcing, tracking, and supplier liaison. Communicate technical findings, recommendations, and reports clearly to management, customers, and suppliers. Support training and upskilling of maintenance personnel through coaching and technical guidance. Ensure all work is carried out in full compliance with health, safety, quality, and ISO standards. We Are Interested in Speaking With: Senior Maintenance Engineers with strong electrical or electromechanical backgrounds, or Experienced engineers currently operating in high-speed automated or material handling environments, or Candidates with proven experience acting as a technical authority or escalation point within maintenance teams, or Engineers with experience supporting complex automation supplied by OEMs such as NEC, Leonardo, Beumer, or EA&E (advantageous). Key Requirements: Level 8 degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering (Electrical preferred) or equivalent experience. Extensive hands‑on experience in fault finding across automated production or processing equipment. Strong expertise in automation systems, including electrical, electronic, mechanical, PLC, PC, and control systems. Proven experience delivering root cause analysis and long‑term reliability improvements. Strong organisational and communication skills, with the ability to translate complex technical issues for non‑technical stakeholders. In‑depth knowledge of health and safety legislation and best practices. Experience supporting, coaching, and developing maintenance teams. For a confidential discussion and further information on this Senior Maintenance Engineer role in Dublin 12, please contact Jamie Fannon: jamie.fannon@collinsmcnicholas.ie #J-18808-Ljbffr
Senior Talent Acquisition Specialist – Waterford Are you an experienced recruitment professional who thrives in a fast-paced, project-led environment and wants genuine visibility with senior leadership? We’re partnering exclusively with a leading global organisation to appoint a Senior Recruitment Specialist who will own end-to-end recruitment while leading a diverse portfolio of strategic people projects across both their Waterford manufacturing site and Dublin office. 5+ years’ recruitment experience or 5+ years HR Generalist experience with extensive exposure to recruitment and talent management. If you enjoy autonomy, variety, and cross-functional stakeholder engagement and want to broaden your impact without people management responsibilities this is a standout opportunity. You’ll work closely with VP-level and senior stakeholders, gaining unparalleled exposure across the site while shaping the talent agenda for a highly respected employer. Maternity cover contract to start in early March (flexibility to start in February also). Fully onsite role based in Waterford city with travel to Dublin every 6‑8 weeks (day round trip). The Opportunity You will take ownership of recruitment delivery across Ireland, while also leading exciting initiatives including graduate development, employer branding, careers outreach, and site‑wide projects. No two days will be the same — this is much more than “just recruitment”. Key Responsibilities Manage full end-to-end recruitment across the Waterford manufacturing plant and Dublin office Partner closely with hiring managers including VPs, Directors and SMEs across the site Lead and attend recruitment & careers fairs throughout the year Present at school events to promote early careers opportunities Conduct and coordinate virtual and on‑site interviews Arrange references and pre‑employment medicals Oversee onboarding of new hires Coordinate LinkedIn and recruitment marketing activity to elevate employer brand Manage the graduate programme from intake through to activity days, internal secondments and international placements Lead and participate in a broad range of site‑wide projects across Waterford and Dublin What We’re Looking For Bachelor’s degree in HR or a relevant discipline (essential) 5+ years’ experience in a recruitment capacity In‑house recruitment experience (highly desirable) Project management capability and comfort leading initiatives (desirable) Excellent written and verbal communication skills Strong stakeholder management ability and professional presence Why this role stands out Significant exposure to the Senior Leadership Team throughout the year Broad project portfolio beyond recruitment Opportunity to shape graduate and early careers strategy Varied remit across two key Irish sites Senior-level role without people management responsibility If you’re passionate about recruitment, enjoy leading meaningful projects, and want a role where your work is truly visible and valued — we’d love to hear from you. For a confidential discussion and more information on the role, please contact Michael O’Brien. 021-4809118 michael.obrien@collinsmcnicholas.ie #J-18808-Ljbffr
A leading recruitment agency is seeking an EHS Manager for a 6-month contract in Portlaoise, Ireland. This role involves developing and implementing EHS policies, conducting audits, and ensuring compliance with Irish EH&S legislation. Ideal candidates will have a relevant degree and proven experience in a manufacturing setting with hazardous materials. Strong communication and stakeholder management skills are essential. Apply now to join a dynamic team focused on safety and compliance. #J-18808-Ljbffr
Our client , a leader in the Pharmaceutical Industry is seeking a Visual Inspection Engineer (Manufacturing Engineer) to join their Sligo Team. 12 Month FTC initially. Responsibilities: To work as a team member to support Visual Inspection operations in line with all safety, regulatory and organizational requirements. Develop and modify procedures as needed to support the manufacturing operation. Participate in process, equipment, and facilities validations efforts and project implementations. Review and approve process related commissioning, qualification and validation protocols for completeness and accuracy. Execute protocols in a timely basis to meet the project schedule requirements. Participate and lead (as required) Process FMEAs for Visual Inspection. Establish, lead and optimize the process for certification of technicians for visual inspection. Establish and maintain the defect library. Establish and execute the process for the trending of Visual Inspection defects. Ensure all Site Visual Inspection procedures are aligned with Global Guidance Documents and Regulatory requirements. Requirements: Provide technical input to guide the development of SOPs for Visual Inspection. Leadership of manufacturing and validation activities during project life cycle. Coordination with internal/external stakeholders for the evaluation of particles/defects. Support of technical transfers for future product introductions to the site. Investigate process exceptions or malfunction incidents affecting the process. To liaise with internal/external engineering personnel and internal/external quality personnel as required. Support the production team in ensuring that the manufacturing process is enabled and maintained to meet the output and yield requirements. Essential Requirements: A relevant third level qualification in an engineering, science or technical discipline (degree level or masters preferable). At least three (3) years of total combined experience in technical/operations/quality or equivalent in a pharmaceutical and health care organization. At least three (3) years of experience in the manufacturing environment of a biotechnology, pharmaceutical or health care plant. Previous experience in manufacturing processes of biotechnological drugs, parenteral drugs, solutions preparation, fill‑finish, lyophilisation, sterilisation operations preferable. Experience in clean utilities is desirable. For a confidential discussion and more information on the role, please contact Emma Daly. emma.daly@collinsmcnicholas.ie 0861041202 #J-18808-Ljbffr
A dynamic recruitment firm is seeking a Sales Manager for their Managed Resourcing division in Galway. The role involves leading business development efforts, managing key client relationships, and driving growth strategies in the Lifesciences sector. Candidates should have a degree in a Life Science discipline, proven expertise in B2B relationship management, and a strong understanding of GMP-regulated operations. This position requires a senior sales-oriented leader who can thrive in a fast-paced, evolving environment. #J-18808-Ljbffr
