Electrical Chargehand - Lead Pharma Installations (Athlone)

Dornan; Athlone; On-site; EUR 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Dornan Engineering Group in Athlone is seeking an Electrical Chargehand to support a pharmaceutical project. You will lead electrical crews, review drawings, and ensure safe, on-time installation on site.

The ideal candidate holds an electrical trade qualification (e.g., QQI Level 6) with 1+ year supervising on large industrial or pharma projects, and strong GMP/ATEX/LOTO knowledge. A proactive safety focus and teamwork are essential.

Qualifications

• Recognised electrical trade qualification with at least 1 year supervising electrical installations on large industrial or pharma projects.
• Strong understanding of GMP, ATEX, LOTO.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings, P&IDs, loop sheets, and technical documentation.
• Demonstrated leadership and communication skills to direct crews, coordinate subcontractors and resolve on-site issues.
• Up-to-date safety certifications (Safe Pass, Manual Handling, MEWP) and a track record in safety culture.
• Excellent communication and coordination skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, milestone-driven environment.
• Strong commitment to safety, quality, and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate electrical crews to complete installation safely, correctly, and on schedule.
• Review drawings, method statements, and permits, guiding the team and flagging clashes to engineers.
• Manage materials and equipment: ordering, tracking deliveries, and controlling on-site use.
• Drive safety performance with toolbox talks, enforce LOTO and SOPs, and meet site safety requirements.

Skills

Leadership & supervision

Reading drawings & P&IDs

Safety leadership

Coordination of crews

Problem solving on site

Education

QQI Level 6 Electrical Craft Certificate

Job description

Dornan Engineering Group in Athlone is seeking an Electrical Chargehand to support a pharmaceutical project. You will lead electrical crews, review drawings, and ensure safe, on-time installation on site.

The ideal candidate holds an electrical trade qualification (e.g., QQI Level 6) with 1+ year supervising on large industrial or pharma projects, and strong GMP/ATEX/LOTO knowledge. A proactive safety focus and teamwork are essential.