Engineering Lead

Matrix Recruitment Group; Monaghan; Presencial; EUR 65.000 - 70.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Matrix Recruitment Group is recruiting for an Engineering Lead on behalf of a well-established manufacturing organisation based in Co. Monaghan.

The role leads the engineering and maintenance team, oversees planned and reactive maintenance, and works with internal departments, contractors and suppliers to maximise operational efficiency. The ideal candidate will hold a recognised Mechanical or Electrical Engineering qualification, with at least 5 years’ relevant experience in manufacturing,

Formación

• Recognised qualification in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering (NVQ Level 3 or equivalent).
• Minimum 5 years’ engineering or maintenance experience in manufacturing.
• Proven leadership and track record implementing change and driving continuous improvement.

Responsabilidades

• Lead and manage the engineering and maintenance team, overseeing daily operations, staff development, performance management and training.
• Develop and implement planned and reactive maintenance strategies to improve equipment reliability, minimise downtime and support manufacturing performance.
• Manage engineering projects, maintenance budgets, external contractors and suppliers, ensuring efficient resource allocation and cost control.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives, asset management programmes and optimisation of automated systems and manufacturing equipment.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, environmental and statutory requirements while maintaining effective reporting, maintenance systems and operational standards.

Conocimientos

Leadership

Maintenance management

CMMS

Project management

Budget management

Health & Safety

Educación

NVQ Level 3 or equivalent (Mechanical or Electrical)

Herramientas

CMMS software

Descripción del empleo

Engineering Lead | Co. Monaghan | €65,000–€70,000 | Monday to Friday, 8:00am–5:00pm

What you need to know

Matrix Recruitment is recruiting for an Engineering Lead on behalf of a well-established manufacturing organisation based in Co. Monaghan.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced engineering professional to lead maintenance operations, improve equipment reliability and drive continuous improvement across a busy manufacturing site. The successful candidate will manage the engineering and maintenance team, oversee planned and reactive maintenance activities, and work closely with internal departments, contractors and suppliers to ensure operational efficiency and compliance.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage the engineering and maintenance team, overseeing daily operations, staff development, performance management and training.
• Develop and implement planned and reactive maintenance strategies to improve equipment reliability, minimise downtime and support manufacturing performance.
• Manage engineering projects, maintenance budgets, external contractors and suppliers, ensuring efficient resource allocation and cost control.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives, asset management programmes and optimisation of automated systems and manufacturing equipment.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, environmental and statutory requirements while maintaining effective reporting, maintenance systems and operational standards.

Requirements:

• Recognised qualification in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering (NVQ Level 3 or equivalent).
• Minimum 5 years' relevant engineering or maintenance experience within a manufacturing environment.
• Proven leadership and team management skills, with experience implementing change and driving continuous improvement.
• Strong knowledge of planned maintenance, engineering project management, CMMS and maintenance management systems.
• Excellent organisational, communication and budget management skills, with a systematic approach to health, safety and environmental compliance.