Hard Services Manager - Pharma (J38741) Kilkenny, Republic of Ireland
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Salary: EUR60000 - EUR60000 per annum
Hard Services Lead – Pharma Manufacturing (Kilkenny)
I’m partnering with a leading facilities and engineering services provider to recruit a Hard Services Lead for a high-profile pharmaceutical manufacturing site in Kilkenny. This is a hands‑on leadership role where you will take responsibility for supervising and coordinating hard services maintenance operations, ensuring safety, quality, service, and cost targets are achieved.
This position is ideal for a technically strong facilities professional who enjoys leading teams, driving maintenance performance, and operating in a highly regulated environment.
What You’ll Do
Lead and coordinate planned and reactive maintenance activities across all site facilities.
Carry out and oversee preventative maintenance via CMMS/CAFM systems, ensuring accurate documentation and compliance.
Proactively identify and resolve equipment issues to maximise uptime and operational efficiency.
Perform fault finding and coordinate repairs, including managing external service engineers where required.
Track, analyse, and report on hard services performance, costs, and resource utilisation.
Support technicians through mentoring, training, and day‑to‑day technical guidance.
Ensure compliance with EHS procedures, permits, and site safety standards.
Manage and improve preventative maintenance routines, identifying opportunities for continuous improvement.
Assist with installation, commissioning, and integration of new plant and equipment.
Support asset management planning, change control processes, and ongoing site improvements.
Provide technical reporting and support to senior stakeholders and client teams.
What We’re Looking For
Minimum 5 years’ experience in a similar hard services, facilities, or maintenance role.
Qualification in Electrical, Mechanical, Automation, or a recognised Senior Trade certification.
Strong supervisory experience managing teams and facilities management systems.
Proven experience in CMMS systems and maintenance reporting tools.
Solid technical background across HVAC, BMS systems, and M&E services.
Strong organisational and analytical skills with a track record of delivering results.
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
Proven ability to drive continuous improvement and change control initiatives.
Self‑motivated with the ability to coach, mentor, and lead teams effectively.
Why You’ll Love This Role
Competitive salary and benefits package.
Opportunity to lead hard services on a state‑of‑the‑art pharmaceutical site.
Strong career progression within a growing facilities management organisation.
Exposure to advanced systems, asset management planning, and continuous improvement initiatives.
Collaborative and supportive team environment where your expertise will make a real impact.
If you’re ready to take the next step in your facilities engineering career and lead high‑performing teams in a dynamic pharma setting, apply now or contact Laura Byrne for a confidential discussion.
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