Facilities Engineer
New role in a fast growing medical devices company based in Waterford city. Reporting to the Operations Technical Manager you will be responsible for
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Co-ordinate maintenance of the factory building and its surrounding premises, production plant service including preventive maintenance and upgrading of facility equipment and electrical services.
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Negotiate annual service contracts for all plant items and support systems.
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Act as the point of contact for vendors and sales representatives for the Facilities Department.
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Responsible for in-house cleaning service and grounds maintenance, including management of records.
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Implementation and maintenance of site environmental compliance programs in conjunction with EHS dept.
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Monitoring and maintenance of cleanrooms and associated building management systems.
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Plan and ensure monthly budget accuracy.
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Plan, co-ordinate and ensure all facilities works are compliant with required specifications, regulatory requirement, quality of work and safety standards.
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Support and assist the Operations Technical Manager with day to day activities.
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Assist in the preparation of department forecasts.
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Drive continuous improvement in all aspects of facilities operations in terms of cost, performance and efficiency.
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Other ad hoc duties as assigned.
The role will ideally suit
Education/Training/Experience:
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Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline.
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3+ years' experience in facilities or related role essential.
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Experience of working in a medical device/pharmaceutical environment advantageous
Along with:-
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In-depth knowledge of plant systems, preferably in medical device/pharmaceutical industry.
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Experience of working with a preventative maintenance system.
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Systematic troubleshooting/problem solving skills.
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Ability to provide innovation solutions to complex technical problems.
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Good communication skills.
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Ability to work well on own initiative.
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High level of safe working practices and awareness
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Experience of compressed air, air handling, fire prevention, building management and industrial water systems essential. Experience of hydraulic and electrical systems, and high volume automation highly desirable.
