Engineering Lead - Maintenance, CI & Teams (Manufacturing)

Matrix Recruitment Group; Monaghan; On-site; EUR 65,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

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,

Qualifications

• 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.

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.

Skills

Leadership

Maintenance management

CMMS

Project management

Budget management

Health & Safety

Education

NVQ Level 3 or equivalent (Mechanical or Electrical)

Tools

CMMS software

Job description

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,