Engineering Technician - New 6 Month Contract Shift Role Role Overview The Engineering Technician provides technical support to ensure the safe, compliant, and efficient maintenance of Drug Product, API, and Packaging equipment within a high-containment pharmaceutical manufacturing environment, operating to HPRA and FDA standards. Key Responsibilities Provide maintenance and technical support for: API processing equipment Blending and capsule filling systems Primary and secondary packaging equipment Vision inspection, serialization, and high-containment systems Perform planned and unplanned maintenance on production and utilities equipment Carry out equipment calibration activities as required Support the setup, operation, and maintenance of equipment to appropriate quality and safety standards Proactively investigate and resolve recurring technical issues Develop, review, and improve maintenance routines within a cGMP-regulated environment Promote and apply lean maintenance and continuous improvement practices Accurately record all maintenance and calibration activities using a computerized maintenance management system (CMMS), ensuring compliance with regulatory and cGMP requirements Execute work orders and calibrations in line with scheduled CMMS plans Provide daily maintenance updates at shift handover meetings, clearly communicating issues and outstanding actions Participate in safety, health, and environmental training and initiatives Adhere strictly to site safety rules, procedures, and safe working practices Maintain compliance with all site procedures, policies, and regulatory requirements Participate in cross-functional training initiatives and mentor operations personnel Support on-call coverage as part of a defined rota, when required Build and maintain strong working relationships with internal customers across all departments General Responsibilities Actively promote a strong culture of safety awareness and accountability Complete all required SOP reviews, training, and competency assessments in a timely manner Support cross-functional collaboration and knowledge sharing Uphold and promote the organisation's corporate values and standards Carry out additional duties as assigned by engineering or EHS leadership Educational Requirements Trade qualification or degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or related Engineering discipline Completed apprenticeship with a minimum of 5 years' experience and/or an engineering degree Relevant Experience Minimum of 3 years' maintenance experience in a pharmaceutical or regulated manufacturing environment Experience using a CMMS (SAP experience is advantageous) Skills & Competencies Multi-skilled background (mechanical and electrical) Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting capabilities Proven ability to deliver results in a regulated environment Demonstrated interest in continuous improvement and best-practice maintenance Strong interpersonal and communication skills Ability to work independently and as part of a team Customer-focused and task-oriented mindset Willingness and flexibility to work shift patterns and on-call rotations