Role details: The ESS Site Manager will be responsible for supervising and organizing the day-to-day work activities of ESS Ltd Maintenance Technicians on site, to the highest standard and performed in a thorough and timely fashion. Areas of responsibility: Supervise daily and weekly work of technicians to meet goals and objectives. Ensure that the Manufacturing Department is provided with adequate shift support at all times. Promote a safety culture at all times within the Maintenance team. Ensure the Maintenance team adhere to the SK values at all times. Implement best practice systems and Lean tools to improve maintenance team performance. Demonstrate capabilities in problem solving and developing improvement action plans. Analyse plant downtime and implement strategies to increase uptime (recurring WOs etc). Ensure schedules are met on a weekly basis. Communicate effectively with all departments to allocate downtime within the plants to facilitate maintenance, training and maintenance project work. Work with total flexibility within the Engineering Department and in co-operation with other Departments. Ensure that good Engineering Workshop practices are always followed (eg: shift to shift handovers). When required, ensure deviations are raised, investigated, and closed out in a timely manner. When required, ensure change controls are raised, implemented, and closed out in a timely manner. Write and update relevant SOPs and Policies where required. Liaise with EHS dept reps with regards to safety issues raised onsite. Set and deliver challenging targets for Maintenance KPIs. Comply with Health and Safety, Environmental, cGMP regulations and company standards. Lead by example. Ensure maintenance technicians are fully trained on all new equipment / technology brought to site. Ensure that training needs for the maintenance technicians are identified and that time is allocated to deliver training effectively. Maintain up to date training records. Contribute actively to cross functional teams and initiatives. Provide performance management feedback to maintenance technicians. Evaluation (in conjunction with site department management) of all Maintenance Service Level Agreements and external contractors. Lead and assist with projects assigned by the Maintenance Manager. Use of the computerized maintenance management system to report on various KPIs carried out on equipment/utilities. Carry out onsite maintenance related safety investigations and CAPA as assigned. Manage shift roster and annual leave to maintain shift coverage onsite. Carry out GEMBA walks with maintenance technicians to ensure site SOP compliance. Qualifications/Work Experience: Engineering / Trade Qualification with experience working within a similar role. Experience with modern maintenance management methods and techniques. Experienced in managing a maintenance team with responsibility formotivating, influencing, coaching the team on day to day technical and operations matters. Proven ability to deal withdisciplinary matters within the team. Experience in composing investigation documentation. Ability to train new starts on systems and safety regulations. Experience working within a Regulated Manufacturing Environment is required but Pharma is not essential. Multi-skilled / cross-skilled ethos Good team player that can use their initiative and communicate well with people and build work relationships. Responsible and positive person who embraces change and takes ownership for their team and plant. Computer skills essential Familiar with Computerised Maintenance Management Systems. Skills: Management Communication Maintenance
The Asset Care Engineer (Reliability) provides engineering oversight across ESS client sites to drive improvements in asset reliability, performance and lifecycle management. This role plays a critical part in supporting clients in sectors such as Life Sciences, Pharmaceutical Manufacturing, Food & Beverage, High-Tech Manufacturing, Utilities, Data Centres, Facilities Management and Regulated Industrial Environments. The engineer applies reliability principles, structured asset-care strategies and data-driven insights to enhance equipment performance, reduce downtime and support safe, compliant and efficient operations. Key Responsibilities 1. Reliability Programme Oversight & Client-Site Support Provide engineering oversight for site reliability programmes ensuring compliance with GMP/GDP and regulatory expectations. Coordinate ESS engineers and technicians to deliver structured reliability improvements aligned with production uptime needs Ensure reliability initiatives support contractual KPIs, service-level performance and client operational priorities. 2. Asset Performance Management & Lifecycle Engineering Maintain accurate asset registers, hierarchies and classifications needed for audit trails, validation and quality compliance. Conduct criticality analyses to support risk-based maintenance and optimise asset availability and throughput. Support lifecycle engineering activities including commissioning, upgrades, condition surveys and end-of-life planning. 3. Preventive & Predictive Maintenance Optimisation Develop and refine PM/PdM routines using condition-monitoring insights (vibration, thermal imaging, ultrasound, oil analysis). Analyse failure patterns and performance behaviour to optimise maintenance intervals and reduce unplanned downtime. Ensure PM/PdM strategies support audit-ready documentation, repeatability and robust equipment traceability. 4. Maintenance System & Reliability Process Optimisation Lead improvements in CMMS/EAM accuracy, structures, job plans and workflows to support reliability decision-making. Identify opportunities to standardise asset-care processes across multi-site operations. Collaborate with digital and IT teams to implement system enhancements and improve data integrity. 5. Engineering Documentation, Standards & Training Develop procedures aligned with compliance standards (GxP, validation, audit readiness). Write technical procedures and job plans to support safe and efficient maintenance practices. Deliver training and coaching on CMMS/EAM usage, reliability methodologies and asset-care best practice. 6. Spare Parts, Reliability BOMs & Inventory Assurance Support optimisation of spare-parts strategies to minimise stockouts and maintain critical manufacturing uptime. Ensure RBOMs and spares lists align with validated systems and equipment requirements. Align inventory needs with preventive maintenance programmes and statutory compliance requirements. 7. Reliability Data Analysis & Performance Reporting Analyse downtime, failure modes, condition-monitoring data and maintenance trends to identify improvement opportunities. Produce reports on reliability KPIs such as MTBF, MTTR, OEE contributions and cost-of-failure impacts. Recommend engineering improvements, redesigns or maintenance strategy changes based on performance insights. 8. Cross-Functional Collaboration & Continuous Improvement Participate in root-cause investigations, CAPA processes and engineering change control. Support continuous improvement initiatives to enhance uptime, reduce variability and improve throughput. Ensure reliability improvements are built into long-term maintenance plans, service delivery models and client reporting. Sectors Supported by the Role This role is directly relevant to ESSs core client base, including: Life Sciences & Pharmaceutical Manufacturing Biotech & Medical Device Facilities Food & Beverage Manufacturing High-Tech & Precision Engineering Environments Data Centres & Critical Infrastructure Utilities, Energy, Water & Industrial Services Facilities Management & Outsourced Maintenance Contracts Predictive Maintenance & Condition Monitoring Clients Candidate Profile The responsibilities above map directly to these industries, ensuring the engineer supports reliability, compliance, performance and asset-care excellence across all ESS service lines. A technically strong, data-driven reliability engineer with solid experience in maintenance systems, asset performance, and continuous improvement. They should be comfortable working in regulated or high-uptime environments, with strong CMMS skills, the ability to coordinate vendors and technicians, and a collaborative, professional approach to client engagement Engineering Qualification Degree or equivalent in Mechanical, Electrical, Reliability, or related discipline. Experience in Reliability & Maintenance 4+ years in asset management, reliability engineering, or maintenance within regulated/high-uptime industries. CMMS/EAM Expertise Strong capability with systems such as Maximo/SAP PM, including job plans, asset hierarchies, and data structures. PM/PdM Knowledge Familiarity with vibration, thermography, ultrasound, oil analysis, failure modes, criticality analysis, and RCM principles. Regulatory Understanding Experience working to GMP/GDP Analytical Skills Able to interpret failure data, downtime trends, reliability KPIs (MTBF, MTTR, etc.). Vendor & Cross-Functional Coordination Comfortable engaging with vendors, technicians, operations, engineering and quality teams. Strong Communication & Training Ability Capable of writing procedures, delivering training, and supporting continuous improvement activities. Professional Behaviours Proactive, detail-oriented, structured, collaborative, and client-focused. Desirable Certifications CMRP, IAM, vibration analysis (Cat I/II), Lean Six Sigma. Skills: Reliability Asset Registers Maintenance
Main Duties : Electrical and Mechanical trouble-shooting Electro-mechanical repairs to high-speed, PLC-controlled plant, handling and packaging equipment, also pneumatic and hydraulic control systems Input to and carry out Preventive & Predictive Maintenance Routines Support Production Team in achieving targets Closely monitor line and machine performance and intervene on line as soon as any deterioration in performance occurs To be observant & work off your own initiative when a fault is detected & to take action based on your best judgment on whether to effect immediate repair or not To keep clean any areas in which you are working, including any transit areas to and from the workshop, including the workshop and stores Co-operate and participate fully in training and development in cross-skilling and other job-related competencies Update the maintenance management system (CMMS), records of all changes, stores transactions made and work carried out Troubleshooting using PLC Programs Education / Work Experience : Trades Qualified Electrical / Mechanical Minimum of 5 yrs experience within a maintenance environment, ideally food/beverage. Working knowledge of packing machines Excellent trouble shooting skills. Ability to work on own initative. Must have excellent English including technical English. Note : must be available for shift. Skills: Electrical Mechanical Maintenance
Key Responsibilities Safety identify risks and put in place mitigation actions if required. Ensure that all equipment failures or issues are responded to promptly and appropriately in across functional environment. Record interventions including failure codes. Providingguidance and solutions for preventative action where required. Execute planned maintenance routines including predictive, preventative and calibrationactivities. Use of CMMS systems - completion of all required paperwork work orders, LOTO, permits Ensuring all Work Orders are completed in a compliant manner and asset management datais captured accurately. Provide clear and concise written and verbal handovers to colleagues. Participating in project activities and reviews where required. Identifying job plan activities and spare partsfor planned activities. Identifying and Supporting major equipment overhauls and manage vendors when necessary. Supporting the development of training documentation, cross train colleagues as required. Working in cross functional teams where Operational Excellence techniques are used to optimise processes. Ensuring the site is always audit ready, house-keeping standards are always adhered to and all training completed on time. Ensuring all services (site water systems, compressed air systems, N2 & HVAC systems and chillers) are available to maintain the production schedule. Adhere to all the relevant policies and procedures. Qualification / Work Experience The successful candidate must possess at minimum a Level 7 Electrical, Instrumentation , Refrigeration orMechanical related qualification. At least 4 years experience in a maintenance or relevant engineering role in a regulatedmanufacturing environment is essential i.e. in a pharmaceutical, medical device or FMCGfacility. Responsibilities to include (but not limited) to the following : maintenance of all site water, steam, compressed air, chiller systems, N2 and HVAC systems. CMMS experience High level of attention to detail in following procedures and must be flexible and open tochange. Ability to work independently and also as part of a team. Strong problem-solving ability and adhere to scheduled timelines. The role requires a high degree of flexibility, responsiveness and the ability to self-manage and prioritise (due to the nature of manufacturing operations, out of hours support may be required) VHI Pension Skills: Utilities chillers HVAC
Summary:The Asset Care Manager at ESS is a key player in a team of skilled professionals providing customer support to a variety of ESS clients. This role focuses on managing asset care projects at customer sites, blending contract management with asset care consultancy. The Asset Care Manager will lead a team of specialists, maintain customer relationships, and contribute to company growth by identifying new business opportunities, managing existing contracts and developing proposals. Role Overview: As a member of the ESS extended leadership team, the Asset Care Manager is accountable for specific projects within the Asset Care area and managing specific contracts in the Outsourcing area. Growing the Asset Care consultancy through strong customer relationship management and providing valued services to all customers (existing, new, and internal). Maximise the business performance of out-sourced client sites, for both operational and commercial aspects; Ensuring integrated support across the business to foster a cohesive, cross-functional team culture. Travel may be necessary depending on contract or project responsibilities. Innovating new ESS products to drive growth in the Asset Care business unit. Collaborating with the training unit to identify, develop, and deliver specific training programs. Have responsibility for nominated specific cross functional programs within ESS, (e.g. Quality, ISO systems etc.) Main Duties and Responsibilities: Lead specific projects within the Asset Care area and manage specific contracts in the Outsourcing area. Grow the Asset Care consultancy through strong customer relationship management and providing valued services to all customers (existing, new, and internal). Accountable for the commercial and operational performance of out-sourced client sites, ensuring the appropriate focus is applied to ensure maximum business performance; Supporting out-sourced employee performance, development, and well-being; Innovate new ESS products to drive growth in the Asset Care business unit. Collaborate with the Training unit to identify, develop, and deliver specific training programs. Participate in company initiatives for growth and development; drive continuous improvement across the business. Take responsibility for specific cross-functional programs within ESS (e.g., Quality, ISO systems). Assist the ESS team to meet objectives and grow their competence, skills, and experience. Develop relevant procedures, guides and training documentation; Develop project plans and projections to manage workload and customer expectations. Travel may be required Provide periodic reports on project of contract performance. Communicate with customers and manage their expectations. Ensure standards for employee performance is communicated and maintained across client sites; Develop solutions for complex customer situations to meet their goals. Tendering of new opportunities; Participate in proposal and business development calls with internal consultants and customers. Attend networking events and promote the ESS brand. Adhere to professional standards and maintain strict customer confidentiality. Ensure integrated support across the business to foster a cohesive, cross-functional team culture. Education / Experience : Engineering Qualification - Degree or equivalent in Mechanical, Electrical, or related discipline. Experience within a service delivery environment an advantage Excellent communication skills and ability to work on own initiative Proven experience within a business development environment Note : Must have full clean driving license and be eligible to work in Ireland Excellent salary and benefits for the successful candidate. Skills: Customer Relations Employee Performance Projects
ESS have partnered with a global Contract Development and Manufacturing organisation (CDMO) with state-of-the-art facilities in Korea, US, France and Ireland. Our clients facility located in Swords, Co Dublin, Ireland has led the way in the development, scale-up and commercial manufacture of Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients (APIs) and Chemical Intermediates for over 60 years. With a talented workforce, exceptional technical capabilities and facilities, our client has made some of the worlds most important medicines and continue to do so. We are currently hiring Maintenance Technicians to join our current team on site. Main duties and responsibilities : Maintain site process equipment, including utilities. Replace and repair defective mechanical & electrical equipment, instruments and cabling when necessary. Support process changeovers and process cleaning. Maintain items of instrumentation, measurement and control associated with process equipment as well as utilities. Carry out scheduled calibrations on process and utilities instrumentation as to minimize possible batch impact, and unscheduled equipment downtime. Carry out scheduled Preventative Maintenance PMs on process and utilities equipment as to minimize possible batch impact, and unscheduled equipment downtime. Carry out all operations to conform to cGMP requirements. Schedule shutdown works to minimize the impact on production, always adhering to the safest working practices. It is the responsibility of the position to strictly adhere to procedures and an issues identified are raised immediately. Liaise with all Maintenance, Manufacturing, Project, Quality and any other sitepersonnel, to meet the site objectives. Provide feedback on equipment and spares issues. Fill out all required paper work such as PM documentation, Lockout Tagout log book and adhere to all site protocols. Complete all paperless documentation online, including calibration & PMs, and attach all field data to the calibration and PM. Generate follow up work orders and alert reports where and when required. Fill out all other documentation adhering to all site cGMP protocols. Inform maintenance lead, shift manager or any relevant sitepersonnel of impact of work being carried out or result of any issue that may arise. Inform all area owners which equipment will be affected if work is to take place. Safety Always adhere to all country and site safety protocols. Ensure safe work practices at all times, risk assess work tasks when required to diminish unsafe situations. Liaise with site safety officers and asked for advice when required. Always ensure colleagues and own safety at all times and participate in Safety meetings and teams. Fill out and return all safety documents in a timely and efficient manner. If external vendors are working on site ensure that method statements are provided when necessary. Follow all site safety protocols such as Lockout Tagout and permit to work. Team work Work and liaise with all other maintenance & manufacturing personnel and maintenance contractors to achieve common goals and objectives. Work across departments and respect the views of other team members at all times. Promote an open forum for the sharing of ides to resolve issues Development Keep self up to date with changes in legislation and improve work practises. Ensure that training is completed online and attended both internal and external to continually update toolset. After all work is completed clean all work areas and ensure that area is production ready and safe to work in. Implement and sustain 5S initiatives in the Maintain workshop and across the site. If working in conjunction with contractors ensure that they follow site protocols at all times regarding housekeeping. Education / Work experience : Mechanical / Electrical / Instrumentation / Refridgeration Trade Qualification with previous experience in a similar role. Working knowledge within a GMP environment an advantage. Excellent communication skills Ability to work on own initiative Note : Must be available to work shift Note: Must be eligible to work in Ireland Excellent Salary in addition to Pension/Medical Allowance/Bonus Skills: Maintenance Pharma Electrical
Who We Are: Established in 2001, Eirdata are specialists in cleanroom validation, commissioning, and compliance. We provide these services primarily to the pharmaceutical, medical devices, and healthcare sectors. Eirdata has been part of the ESS Group since 2013. The ESS Group includes four companies: ESS Experts in asset management and maintenance reliability through people. Eirdata Specialists in cleanroom validation, commissioning, compliance, HVAC systems, indoor air quality, and building wellness. Critical Airflow Europe (CAE) European leader in safe, energy-efficient laboratory control and critical airflow technologies. Predictive Maintenance Ireland (PMI) Specialists in predictive and condition-based maintenance solutions, providing advanced monitoring, diagnostics, and optimisation of critical assets. Position Overview: The primary purpose of the Projects Lead HVAC role is to oversee the delivery of all HVAC project activities, including planning, scoping, execution, commissioning support, and project close-out. This involves managing project workflows, controlling budgets, ensuring compliance with GMP and internal quality standards, and maintaining strong client relationships. The Projects Lead works closely with the Eirdata Management team and cross-functional engineering teams to ensure projects are delivered safely, efficiently, and to the highest technical standard. The role also supports business growth through effective project governance, commercial awareness, and continuous improvement of project delivery processes. Key Responsibilities: Project Management & Delivery Lead the planning, execution, and delivery of HVAC projects from initial scope to project close-out Develop project schedules, allocate resources, and manage timelines to ensure milestones are met Oversee installation, commissioning coordination, and engineering activities to ensure compliance and technical accuracy Review and manage project risk, implementing mitigation strategies as needed Ensure all project documentation is completed in line with SOPs and quality requirements. Client & Stakeholder Engagement: Act as the primary point of contact for clients throughout the project lifecycle Lead project meetings, site surveys, and client updates to ensure expectations are understood and met Work with clients to define scope, resolve issues, and maintain positive long-term relationships Support commercial discussions, including project variations and change control Commercial & Financial Oversight: Prepare and review project quotations, costs, and budget forecasts Track project financial performance to ensure profitability targets are achieved Coordinate timely invoicing and manage project-related financial reporting Evaluate vendor/subcontractor proposals and ensure alignment with project budgets and schedules Team Leadership & Coordination: Coordinate engineers, technicians, subcontractors, and support staff Provide technical guidance, mentoring, and problem-solving support Promote a culture of teamwork, accountability, and continuous improvement Support annual performance reviews and professional development planning for project team members Compliance, Safety & Quality: Ensure all project work is carried out in accordance with GMP, safety legislation, company SOPs, and industry best practice Liaise with external auditors, quality teams, and regulatory stakeholders as required Support the maintenance of documentation systems and project quality records Promote a strong safety culture and manage project-level safety risks and controls Education & Qualifications: Degree-level Engineering Qualification (Mechanical, Building Services, or related Level 7/8) Required Skills: Proven leadership experience, including a minimum of 5 years experience in a managerial, supervisory, or project leadership role. Extensive experience delivering HVAC or mechanical engineering projects Strong understanding of GMP, commissioning, and validation requirements Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills Skilled in resource planning and project scheduling tools Strong financial awareness and commercial decision-making ability Competent in Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) Strong technical writing ability and familiarity with engineering documentation Full clean driving licence & eligible to drive in Ireland Eligible to work in Ireland Skills: Leadership HVAC Projects
Who We Are: Established in 2001, Eirdata are specialists in cleanroom validation, commissioning, and compliance. We provide these services primarily to the pharmaceutical, medical devices, and healthcare sectors. Eirdata has been part of the ESS Group since 2013. The ESS Group includes four companies: ESS Experts in asset management and maintenance reliability through people. Eirdata Specialists in cleanroom validation, commissioning, compliance, HVAC systems, indoor air quality, and building wellness. Critical Airflow Europe (CAE) European leader in safe, energy-efficient laboratory control and critical airflow technologies. Predictive Maintenance Ireland (PMI) Specialists in predictive and condition-based maintenance solutions, providing advanced monitoring, diagnostics, and optimisation of critical assets. Position Overview: The Regional Manager Dublin/Leinster is responsible for overseeing all Eirdata operations within the Dublin and wider Leinster region. This includes management of validation, commissioning, HVAC compliance services, resource allocation, client relationships, team performance, and technical service delivery across multiple client sites. The Regional Manager ensures all work is executed safely, efficiently, and in accordance with GMP standards, client requirements, and internal quality systems. The role supports business growth, operational performance, and Eirdatas reputation for excellence. Key Responsibilities: Operational Leadership Take full operational responsibility for Eirdata service delivery within the Dublin/Leinster region, including performance, resource utilisation, client satisfaction, and financial outcomes. Oversee daily operations, scheduling, utilisation, and KPIs. Conduct site visits, audits, and quality checks. Ensure services are delivered safely, on time, and within budget. Client & Stakeholder Management Act as primary regional contact for key clients. Lead client meetings, manage expectations, and resolve issues. Support development of scopes, proposals, and renewals. Strengthen client relationships to support retention and growth. Team Leadership & Development Lead, mentor, and develop regional engineering teams. Support recruitment and onboarding of staff. Conduct performance reviews and set development goals. Drive a culture of teamwork and accountability. Resource & Project Coordination Oversee regional resource planning. Coordinate with Validation Leads, Project Leads, and other managers. Manage subcontractors and vendors. Support multi-site and cross-discipline coordination. Financial & Commercial Management Manage regional budgets and profitability. Review quotations, costs, and financial forecasts. Ensure timely invoicing. Identify efficiency improvements and revenue opportunities. Responsible for achieving regional revenue, margin, and utilisation targets Safety, Compliance & Quality Assurance Ensure compliance with GMP, safety legislation, and SOPs. Support audits, quality reviews, and safety assessments. Maintain accurate documentation and quality records. Promote a strong safety culture. Education & Qualifications: Engineering qualification Level 7 or Level 8. Management or project management qualification is an advantage. Strong understanding of regulated environments and GMP. Required Skills & Experience: Minimum 5 years proven management experience, with demonstrated responsibility for leading teams, managing operational performance, and delivering technical services within engineering, HVAC, validation, or commissioning environments. Experience managing regional operations, ideally within Dublin/Leinster. Strong communication and influencing skills. Skilled in planning, scheduling, and coordination. Financial and commercial awareness. Proficient in Microsoft Office. Strong technical writing skills. Full clean driving licence. Must be eligible to work in Ireland. Skills: Leadership HVAC Planning
Maintenance Electrician required to carry out electrical duties and maintenance repairs within a facility environment. Duties : Performs routine and non-routine maintenance service or repairs within the facility, which may involve service of machinery, electrical and mechanical repairs, or installations, in conformance to established standards. Must be able to schedule the workload and prioritise daily, having a clear ability to communicate effectively with members of staff, tenants, and other members of the public. Ability to organise own workload. Ability to prioritise and reprioritise tasks and in consultation with the Management Office as necessary. Ensure Maintenance logs are kept up to date for the equipment, divided into specific tasks i.e. fire alarm, Emergency lighting etc. plus attendance at quarterly meetings to discuss on going issues and document presentation. Work in partnership with the customer to seek improvements that will bring continuous improvement in the quality of service provided and overall value for money. Meet with and accompany Specialist Subcontractors who are providing services to the centres to ensure the work is done safely, correctly and is documented. Keep Spare Parts stores up to date and stocked with correct spares. Liaise with vendors as required. To repair, maintain and generally service of lighting and power supply throughout the buildings. Liaise with the ESS, on-site, mechanical technician in relation to works required and time on-site. Education / Work Experience: A minimum of 10 years post-qualification experience in a similar environment. Experience in the effective supervision of other electricians. Analysing qualities for an effective remedy to the problems experienced with industrial installations. The ability to work alone as this will be the norm for the post holder. Individual must work well under pressure. The ability to communicate effectively with members of staff, tenants, and other members of the public. Ability to organise own workload. Ability to prioritise and reprioritise tasks and in consultation with the Management Office as necessary. Enthusiastic and able to motivate and develop self. Commitment and integrity. Flexible and able to work as part of a team if and when necessary. Good interpersonal skills /Good time management. Computer literate using the Windows 7 operating platform and all Windows Microsoft Office applications. Skills: Maintenance Electrical Facilities
