Location	Cork
Salary	Competitive
Ref. No.	ML1ER
Duration	Permanent
Division	Engineering

Description

An excellent opportunity has arisen for a Maintenance/Utilities Lead to join a start up biotechnology facility in Cork.

The role will report to the Engineering/EHS Team Leader and will be reponsible for developing processes to enable continuous improvement of all aspects of Maintenance/Utilities.  This position will utilise a data driven approach to enhance the quality and compliance of maintenance operations.

Responsibilities will include:

• Leading the maintenance/utilities strategy on the new site, including developing processes for the continuous improvement of all aspects of the maintenance/utilities business
• Develop and lead the calibration, maintenance and utility programs in accordance with cGMP regulations, applicable safety considerations and best maintenance practices.
• Develop Planned Maintenance procedures (PMs) for all assets in line with predictive techniques as appropriate.
• Set up systems to ensure that all engineering drawings and documentation is maintained in an organised and controlled manner and in compliance with the relevant c-GMPs.
• Ensure effective relationship between maintenance and production at all time.  Responsible for the safety of colleagues and facilites through effective and compliant operation of maintenance activities.
• Ensure that facility systems are in compliance in the areas of cGMPs, safety and environmental regulations.
  

Requirements include:

• Third level qualification in an engineering discipline (Electrical/Mechanical/Chemical)
• 6yrs+ experience in the chemical/pharmaceutical industry with particular strength in the area maintenance/utilites systems.  An understanding of biopharmaceutical manufacturing or facility start-up would be desirable.
• Ability to read and understand ladder logic, statement list logic, electrical, mechanical, pneumatic and hydraulic diagrams
• Be a focused, self starting and motivated individual with a proven record of performance.  Be a strong influencer able to make things happen across a flat organisational structure.
• Strong ability to lead, challenge and positively influence in an interactive team environment.
• Demonstrated understanding and use of RFT techniques and/or lean manufacturing concepts.

 

If this position is of interest, please forward your CV to Fastnet Recruitment or telephone Éimhín Russell for a confidential discussion at 021 4509200. eimhin@fastnetrecruitment.com

 

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