Maintenance Technician – Biotech Manufacturing | Sligo (Shift Role) Location: Sligo Town Employment Type: Full-time, shift-based Work Rights: Stamp 4 / unrestricted full working rights only A rapidly expanding biotech and animal health manufacturing facility in Sligo town is seeking a Maintenance Technician to join its engineering team.
This is a hands-on, critical role supporting the reliability, safety, and performance of plant equipment, utilities, and production systems in a GMP environment.
Reporting to the Engineering Manager, you will ensure equipment operates at optimal levels while maintaining full compliance with regulatory standards.
Shift update the CMMS (eMaint experience a plus).
Coordinate and oversee on-site maintenance contractors and equipment vendors, including issuing and controlling permits to work.
Collaborate with Operations and Quality teams to troubleshoot issues and implement timely engineering solutions.
Conduct root cause analysis and utilise structured problem-solving tools for breakdowns.
Support the specification, installation, commissioning, and testing of new or recommissioned equipment/utilities; participate in FATs.
Provide engineering input into deviations, CAPAs, and change controls.
Participate in internal audits and ensure compliance with policies and procedures.
Manage spare parts inventory and ensure appropriate stock levels.
Contribute to continuous improvement and reliability enhancement projects.
Requirements Bachelor's degree or relevant trade qualification in an engineering discipline.
Minimum 3 years' experience in a GMP manufacturing environment.
Strong hands-on maintenance experience across:Chemical, mechanical/HVAC systemsPneumatic AutoCAD experience advantageous.
Experience with equipment validation is a plus.