Location: Blanchardstown, Co. DublinDuration: PermanentHours: 39 per week (day role)This position will be based on a biopharmaceutical site on behalf of our client, a multinational and multicultural company which provides great career progression opportunities to the right person.Overview of the Role:The Mechanical Maintenance Technician is responsible for the execution of the preventive and corrective maintenance program as per client requirements in a safe, efficient and competent manner in line with cGMP and site protocols and procedures.Day to Day of the Role:All work on site to be carried out in accordance with site EHS (Environmental Health and Safety) and the company's EHS and cGMP rules and guidelines; any irregularities to be reported to the Maintenance & Calibrations Lead, Operations Lead or Contact Manager.Carry out work as per schedule supplied by the Maintenance Lead, Planner and as per site policies, schedules and procedures.Troubleshoot problems with utilities equipment as necessary and as directed by site supervisorsComplete site documentation before and after work tasks, as appropriateLiaise with Contractors during planned service maintenance.Participate in the appropriate training.Carry out Risk Assessment of Equipment Maintenance Task List steps and ensure these are always kept valid.Carry out Periodic reviews of WI's/SOP to ensure documents are always current and valid.Flexibility to work on equipment in all buildingsWork and interact with the client utilities engineering teamFlexibility to work around maintenance shutdownsBe familiar with all GMP rules and regulationsBe familiar with statutory requirementsBe responsible for his/her training curricula and ensure missing requirements are completedMaintenance of housekeeping standards compatible with pharmaceutical manufacturing in the general plant, control rooms and compatibility with clean room requirements as required. Responsible for applying 5 S methodology in all areas.Implement and participate in utilities reliability programsIf/when required, provide technical input/ support during the implementation of new projects from design through to beneficial use.Required Skills for the Role:Senior Trades, City & Guilds or equivalent in mechanical engineering.Mechanical experience, 2 years minimum and good understanding of the basic fundamentals of the various utilities systems.Experience on the following:Pumps, HVAC Systems, Compressors, Boilers, steam systems and ancillary services, (DHW skids), Chillers, Cooling Towers, Clean steam Boilers, Purified Water Systems, CIP systems, Low /Medium Voltage Electrical Systems.Good understanding of Preventive Maintenance Systems.Work within a Computerized Maintenance Management Work Order system environment.Work within a documented Permit to Work System.Computer literate.Ability to read and understand P&IDs.Understanding of SOP's and GMP Engineering systems.Understanding of Basic InstrumentationMust be able to demonstrate hands on experience with detailed knowledge/skill in the following areas:Team player.Attention to detailMethodical & analytical approach to work.Good problem solving and trouble shooting ability.Good Initiative and pro-active attitude in approach to dutiesBuilding Management Systems (Scada), PLC'sExperience of wastewater treatment plants.Troubleshooting/repair of mechanical systems.