Biotech Maintenance Planner: GMP & CMMS

Jones Engineering; Limerick; On-site; EUR 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Jones Engineering in the Limerick region is seeking an experienced Maintenance Planner to support maintenance operations inside a regulated biotechnology facility. This full‑time role focuses on planning and coordinating electrical, mechanical and instrumentation maintenance activities to ensure work is safely scheduled, correctly documented and conducted in line with GMP site procedures.

You will prepare and manage maintenance work orders through the site CMMS, coordinate labour, materials and

Qualifications

• This role requires a technical qualification or relevant experience in Electrical, Mechanical, Instrumentation or Maintenance Engineering.
• Experience coordinating maintenance planning or maintenance activities is essential.
• Experience using CMMS systems is preferred.
• Strong organisational and communication skills are required.

Responsibilities

• Plan and coordinate preventative, corrective and reactive maintenance activities.
• Support electrical, mechanical and calibration maintenance functions.
• Prepare and manage maintenance work orders through the site CMMS.
• Coordinate labour, materials, spare parts and equipment requirements.
• Raise and manage relevant Permits to Work and isolation requirements.
• Support maintenance-related deviations, investigations and follow-up actions.
• Liaise with Maintenance, Engineering, Operations, Quality and EHS teams.
• Monitor maintenance schedules, backlog and overdue activities.
• Ensure maintenance documentation meets GMP and data integrity requirements.
• Support shutdowns, outages and continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Electrical

Mechanical

Instrumentation

Maintenance Engineering

CMMS

Organisation

Communication

Education

Technical qualification

Tools

CMMS

Job description

Position: Maintenance Planner

Location: Limerick Region

Type: Full-Time

We are currently seeking an experienced Maintenance Planner to support maintenance operations within a regulated biotechnology facility in the Limerick region.

The role will cover the planning and coordination of electrical, mechanical and calibration/instrumentation maintenance activities, ensuring work is safely planned, correctly documented and completed in line with site procedures and GMP requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and coordinate preventative, corrective and reactive maintenance activities.
• Support electrical, mechanical and calibration maintenance functions.
• Prepare and manage maintenance work orders through the site CMMS.
• Coordinate labour, materials, spare parts and equipment requirements.
• Raise and manage relevant Permits to Work and isolation requirements.
• Support maintenance-related deviations, investigations and follow-up actions.
• Liaise with Maintenance, Engineering, Operations, Quality and EHS teams.
• Monitor maintenance schedules, backlog and overdue activities.
• Ensure maintenance documentation meets GMP and data integrity requirements.
• Support shutdowns, outages and continuous improvement initiatives.
  
  

Requirements

• Technical qualification or relevant experience in Electrical, Mechanical, Instrumentation or Maintenance Engineering.
• Previous maintenance planning or maintenance coordination experience.
• Experience using CMMS systems.
• Strong organisational and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a busy manufacturing environment.
• Previous experience within a pharmaceutical, biotechnology or regulated manufacturing facility is highly desirable.
• Knowledge of GMP, Permit-to-Work, LOTO/COHE and deviation processes would be an advantage.
  
  

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced maintenance professional to join a growing team supporting a leading biotechnology manufacturing facility in the Limerick region.

Benefits

We offer a competitive salary package commensurate with experience and qualifications. In addition, you will have the opportunity to work in a dynamic and supportive environment, collaborating with industry leaders and contributing to a sustainable future. Our company values work-life balance and encourages professional growth through training and development programs.

If you are ready to make a difference and be part of a growing industry, please submit your CV, along with a cover letter highlighting your relevant experience and why you are interested in this role. Recognising the contributions and respecting our people is core to our culture and values. We are an equal opportunities employer, and we encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply for roles.