API Maintenance Lead

MSD; Ireland; On-site; EUR 90,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

MSD in Ballydine, Co. Tipperary, is seeking an API Maintenance Lead (Assoc. Dir) to drive maintenance planning, scheduling and high asset uptime across the API IPT.

You will lead a skilled maintenance team, focusing on talent development, capability building and a growth mindset. The role covers PM/CM execution, deviation investigations, budget governance and integration with site projects. You will work with Reliability and Systems leads to improve digital tools and ensure compliance with cgmp

Qualifications

• Honours degree in Engineering or equivalent post‑trade qualification with experience in engineering or maintenance.
• Broad multi-functional experience in maintenance environments and operational excellence.

Responsibilities

• Planning and scheduling of all PM/CM activities for facilities and equipment to achieve optimal maintenance planning.
• Execution and close-out of all maintenance activities.
• PM program development and optimisation for equipment and systems.
• Investigation and closure of PM deviations and equipment-related deviations.
• Management of engineering expenditures (routine & non-routine).
• Maintenance input into the site capital plan and project interfaces.
• Maintenance input into shutdown planning and coordination.
• Provide SME input for assigned equipment systems and ensure high asset uptime while meeting PM/Calibration compliance.

Skills

Maintenance planning

Asset Reliability

Leadership

Project coordination

Education

Honours Degree in Engineering

Job description

Job Description

We have an exciting opportunity for an API Maintenance Lead (Assoc. Dir) for our site in Ballydine, Co. Tipperary, with responsibility for all maintenance related activities for the API IPT and its equipment. You will lead a high performing maintenance team that is focused on talent development, capability build and growth mindsets. The successful candidate will ensure effective maintenance planning & scheduling to deliver high asset availability, meet compliance expectations and effective cost management.

Ballydine is the primary Drug Substance commercialisation hub within the network, where new processes are scaled and transitioned to commercial manufacture. The site supports clinical and commercial API supply and the transfer of processes and technologies across internal manufacturing sites and external partners.

Role Profile

• Planning and scheduling of all planned maintenance work activities (PM & CM) for facilities and equipment to achieve optimum levels of maintenance planning.


• Execution and close-out of all maintenance activities


• PM program development / optimisation for equipment.


• Investigation and closure of all PM deviations and equipment related deviations.


• Management of Engineering expense expenditure (routine & non-routine).


• Maintenance input into the site capital plan.


• Maintenance interface for all API IPT projects executed by the Site Projects Group (priority, scope, design/safety reviews, acceptance etc.).


• Maintenance input into shutdown planning process and subsequent coordination.


• Subject matter expertise on assigned equipment systems.


• Accountable for delivering high asset uptime through effective maintenance while also meeting PM/Calibration compliance requirements. Reports Engineering metrics and any action plans to address gaps.


• Working with the Reliability and Systems Lead drive continuous improvement through Model Area and digital solutions. Leverage MPS tools i.e. Model Area, Kata, 8 step problem solving & 5S.


• Responsible for ensuring that there are sufficient and effective resources available from within the group to meet business needs and is accountable for managing maintenance labour cost and repairs & spares spend.


• Accountable for ensuring that API asset management is performed in compliance with cGMP, Environmental, Labour, Industrial Health, and Safety regulations. The API Maintenance Lead is the topic owner for PM/Calibration.


• Responsible for ensuring all compliance related deviations are investigated and addressed in a timely manner.


• Prepares the Maintenance budget to support the API IPT. Monitors performance against budget targets and manages performance within profit plan. Responsible for the financial governance of Maintenance executed capital projects.


• Member of the Engineering Leadership Team to provide governance of the overall site Engineering Standards. Undertakes other activities, as directed by the Engineering Lead (e.g. site cross-functional teams etc).

Your profile

• Honours Degree in Engineering, Science, or equivalent post trade qualification & experience


• Broad Multi-Functional Experience


• Minimum 5 years’ experience in an engineering or maintenance environment


• Demonstrated knowledge of Operational Excellence & Asset Reliability Principles


• Good knowledge of Safety & Environmental legislation


• Strong Unit Operation and Plant Equipment knowledge

Leadership & Organisation Skills

• Focused on diversity and inclusion.


• Fosters a growth mindset.


• Focused on capability build i.e. MPS & technical.


• Fosters Teamwork & Collaboration


• Results-Oriented


• Excellent communication skills, both written and oral


• Demonstrated ability in Planning and Scheduling


• Structured problem solving


• Focused on customer service


• Conflict resolution


• Judgement and Decision Making


• Promotes good Work/Life balance.

We keep the patient at the very heart of all that we do and strive to find solutions and treatments for some of the world’s most challenging healthcare needs. We are proud to be a company that embraces the value of bringing talented and committed people together. The fastest way to breakthrough innovation is when ideas come together in an inclusive environment.

Required Skills

Capital Projects, Capital Projects, Cost Management, Cross-Cultural Awareness, Driving Continuous Improvement, Engineering Leadership, Engineering Principle, Engineering Standards, Estimation and Planning, Facilities Construction, GMP Operations, Health Safety Regulations, Interpersonal Relationships, Maintenance Management, Maintenance Planning, Maintenance Planning Software, Manufacturing Quality Control, Manufacturing Scale-Up, Mentoring Staff, People Leadership, Regulatory Issues, Talent Development, Talent Management, Teamwork, Technical Calculations {+ 2 more}

Employee Status

Regular

Flexible Work Arrangements

Not Applicable

Job Posting End Date

09/29/2026

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Requisition ID

R404468