Electrical Maintenance Technician

Veolia | Ireland; Blanchardstown; On-site; EUR 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Veolia Ireland is seeking an Electrical Maintenance Technician for on-site duties in Blanchardstown. The role focuses on executing preventive and corrective maintenance across utilities systems, with strict adherence to cGMP and EHS guidelines.

You will collaborate with day and shift teams, maintain thorough documentation, and participate in training. A strong electrical background and knowledge of GMP environments are required to ensure safe, efficient operation.

Qualifications

• Electrical qualification with hands-on experience in utilities systems.
• Experience with pumps, HVAC, boilers, chillers, and related services.
• Understanding of GMP and plant documentation practices.

Responsibilities

• Carry out preventive and corrective maintenance per schedule and site procedures.
• Ensure work adheres to Veolia EHS and cGMP rules; report irregularities.
• Troubleshoot utilities equipment and liaise with site supervisors.
• Complete site documentation before and after tasks and participate in training.

Skills

Electrical experience

Reading P&ID

GMP knowledge

Problem solving

Team player

Initiative

Education

Senior Trades / City & Guilds in electrical engineering

Tools

Pumps

HVAC systems

Boilers

Chillers

PIP/PI&D interpretation

Job description

Electrical Maintenance Technician

Location: Blanchardstown

Hybrid/Onsite: Onsite

Working Pattern (Time/Hours): 39 Hours per week (07:30 to 16:00)

Duration: Permanent

Overview of the role:

The Utilities Maintenance Technician is responsible for the execution of the preventive and corrective maintenance program as per client requirements in a safe, efficient and competent manner in line with cGMP and site protocols and procedures. He/she will work closely with day and shift colleagues and leads to ensure all work is carried out safely, correctly and as efficiently as possible.

Duties of the Role include;

• All work on site to be carried out in accordance with site EHS (Environmental Health and Safety) and Veolia EHS and cGMP rules and guidelines; any irregularities to be reported to the Maintenance & Calibration Lead or Contract Manager.
• Carry out work as per schedule supplied by the Maintenance & Calibrations Lead, Planner and as per site policies, schedules and procedures.
• Troubleshoot problems with utilities equipment as necessary and as directed by site supervisors
• Complete site documentation before and after work tasks, as appropriate
• Liaise with Contractors during planned service maintenance.
• Participate in the appropriate training.
• Carry out Risk Assessment of Equipment Maintenance Task List steps and ensure these are always kept valid.
• Carry out Periodic reviews of WI's/SOP to ensure documents are always current and valid.
• Flexibility to work on equipment in all buildings
• Work and interact with the client utilities engineering team
• Flexibility to work around maintenance shutdown's
• Be familiar with all GMP rules and regulations
• Be familiar with statutory requirements
• Be responsible for his/her training curricula and ensure missing requirements are completed
• Maintenance of housekeeping standards compatible with pharmaceutical manufacturing in the general plant, control rooms and compatibility with clean room requirements as required. Responsible for applying 5 S methodology in all areas.
• Implement and participate in utilities reliability programs
• If/when required, provide technical input/ support during the implementation of new projects from design through to beneficial use.

Required skills for this role;

• Senior Trades, City & Guilds or equivalent in electrical engineering.
• Electrical experience, 2 years minimum and good understanding of the basic fundamentals of the various utilities systems.
• Experience on the following:
  • Pumps, HVAC Systems, Compressors, Boilers, steam systems and ancillary services, (DHW skids), Chillers, Cooling Towers, Clean steam Boilers, Purified Water Systems, CIP systems, Low /Medium Voltage Electrical Systems.
• Good understanding of Preventive Maintenance Systems.
• Work within a Computerized Maintenance Management Work Order system environment.
• Work within a documented Permit to Work System
• Ability to read and understand P&ID's.
• Understanding of SOP's and GMP Engineering systems.
• Understanding of Basic Instrumentation
• Must be able to demonstrate hands on experience with detailed knowledge/skill in the following area's:
• Team player.
• Methodical & analytical approach to work.
• Good problem solving and trouble shooting ability.
• Good Initiative and pro-active attitude in approach to duties
• Site Level 1 Electrical Qualification
• Experience of waste water treatment plants;
• PLC's
• Troubleshooting / repair of mechanical systems

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