Assistant Engineering Manager
Location: Drogheda, Co. Louth
Salary: €45,000 - €65,000 + benefits
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
We are recruiting for an Assistant Engineering Manager to join a major heavy manufacturing site near Drogheda.
This is a senior maintenance leadership role, responsible for managing day-to-day engineering operations, maximising plant availability, leading maintenance teams and supporting major shutdowns, overhauls and engineering projects.
The Role:
Manage mechanical and electrical maintenance teams, including supervisors, planners and tradespeople
Lead safe working practices and drive continuous improvement across site maintenance operations
Plan and support preventative and predictive maintenance activity
Manage maintenance-related projects from design through to installation
Oversee contractors, plant hire resources and associated costs
Support the planning and delivery of major shutdowns and plant overhauls
Work closely with production, operations, safety and senior management teams
Deputise for the Engineering Manager when requiredAbout You:
Level 8 or 9 qualification in Mechanical Engineering or similar
Minimum 5 years' experience in engineering, maintenance or plant leadership
Background in heavy industry, manufacturing, cement, aggregates, quarrying, chemicals, power, or similar environments
Strong leadership, technical and people management skills
Experience managing costs, contractors and engineering projects
Excellent communication, negotiation and stakeholder management skills
Proficient with Microsoft OfficePackage:
€45,000 - €65,000 salary
Benefits package
Permanent, full-time role
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