Maintenance Manager
Maintenance Manager
Our client is looking to appoint an experienced Maintenance Manager to oversee the Maintenance and Facilities function, ensuring that all plant equipment, utilities, and facility systems operate safely, efficiently, and in full compliance with regulatory standards.
This is a permanent, full-time position based in North Wicklow.
For You:
Competitive salaryAttractive benefits package
Monday to Friday schedule
Permanent, full-time opportunity
Join an innovative and forward-thinking company within a dynamic industry
Wicklow location with on-site parking
Key Responsibilities: Maintenance Strategy & Performance
Develop, implement, and continuously enhance maintenance strategies and preventive maintenance programmes.Minimise equipment failures and downtime through structured troubleshooting and root cause analysis.
Improve plant performance and support Lean and continuous improvement initiatives.
Systems, Reporting & KPIsOversee and optimise the CMMS and maintenance planning systems.
Track and report on key performance indicators such as equipment uptime, reactive maintenance, overdue preventive maintenance and calibrations, non-conformances, and contractor spend.
Ensure all documentation is accurate, up to date, and audit-ready.
People & Leadership
Lead, mentor, and develop the maintenance team to drive high performance.Identify competency gaps and implement effective training and workforce planning.
Collaborate with senior leadership to plan for future operational needs.
Projects, Budget & Procurement
Manage the installation, validation, and commissioning of new equipment.Control maintenance budgets, purchase orders, and overall cost management.
Oversee spare parts, tooling, inventory control, and supplier partnerships.
Utilities, Compliance & Safety
Maintain reliable site utilities and monitor energy consumption.Coordinate statutory inspections, equipment calibrations, and fire safety systems.
Ensure contractors meet compliance standards and adhere to site safety procedures.
Maintain full regulatory, environmental, and audit compliance.
Key Requirements:
Minimum of 5 years’ experience managing maintenance teams within a GMP manufacturing environmentTrade qualification or degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or related Engineering discipline
Strong hands-on engineering background with project management experience
Demonstrated leadership and stakeholder management capabilities
Strategic, results-oriented approach with Lean methodology experience
Proficient in MS Office and CMMS platforms
Experience with controls, PLCs, automation, or related software systems is advantageous
For more information, please apply through the link provided for the attention of Sorcha O'Callaghan at sorcha.ocallaghan@osborne.ie or call Osborne Recruitment on 01 525 2457.Please submit your updated CV in Word Format. If you are living in Ireland and hold a VALID WORK PERMIT, we would love to hear from you, if however, you do not hold a valid work permit unfortunately we will not be in a position to assist you with your job search.
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