Facilities Operative

PCI Pharma Services; Drogheda; On-site; EUR 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

PCI Pharma Services is seeking a Facilities Operative in Stamullen, County Meath. This permanent, on-site role supports maintenance of facility equipment and buildings, ensuring GMP standards and clean, safe environments.

The job requires hands-on trades, signposting responsibilities and coordination with external providers. The ideal candidate has 5–10 years in building or construction, MEWP certification, and strong problem-solving and teamwork abilities.

Qualifications

• Leaving Cert or equivalent.
• Proficient with Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and Teams.
• Experience in maintenance or related field preferred.
• General building skills with basic facilities experience.
• Basic knowledge of plumbing, landscaping, painting and carpentry.
• Comfortable working at heights and MEWP certification.
• Be able to work on own initiative.
• Mindfulness and pride in maintaining a well-kept indoor and outdoor environment.
• Ability to fault finding and problem-solve.
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
• 5-10 years’ experience working in building or construction industry.

Responsibilities

• Ensure safe work practices and report near misses to the EHS Department.
• Carrying out minor plumbing, carpentry, building fabric, gardening, small building works and painting repairs.
• Maintain PCI carparks, Waste Control, respond promptly to maintenance requests and prioritize urgent issues.
• Liaise with site Contract providers for Utilities, Security, Cleaning, Pest Control, Landscaping, Fire Protection and general maintenance.
• To be familiar with relevant SOPs and Work Procedures for repair and maintenance.
• Maintain a high standard of cleanliness, hygiene and GMP during maintenance work.

Skills

MS Word

MS Excel

Outlook

Teams

MEWP experience

5–10 years' construction experience

Ability to work on own initiative

Problem solving / fault finding

Education

Leaving Cert or equivalent

Tools

MEWP Certification

Forklift Training (Desirable)

Job description

Life changing therapies. Global impact. Bridge to thousands of biopharma companies and their patients.

We are PCI.

Our investment is in People who make an impact, drive progress and create a better tomorrow. Our strategy includes building teams across our global network to pioneer and shape the future of PCI.

We are looking for a Facilities Operative (Permanent role) to join our team in Stamullen, County Meath. This is a Monday to Friday position, 100% on-site.

Summary of Role

• In this position you will play a key role in relation to the maintenance and presentation of facility equipment and buildings. Through general building repairs and preventive maintenance.
• Ensure facility is prepared, presented, and maintained to acceptable Pharmaceutical GMP and general housekeeping standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure safe work practices are being followed at all times, report any near misses immediately to the EHS Department
• Typical duties but not limited to the following. Conducting minor plumbing, carpentry, building fabric, gardening, small building works and painting repairs. Fit internal and external signage Ceiling tile repairs/ replacement, snagging works, Maintain and upkeep of PCI carparks, Waste Control, respond promptly to maintenance requests and prioritize urgent issues. Office / furniture / equipment moving.
• Perform general maintenance tasks, Liase and support site Contract providers when required: Utilities, Security, Cleaning, Pest Control, Landscaping, Fire Protection, Waste handling and general maintenance.
• To be familiar with all relevant Standard Operating Procedures and Work Procedures for the repair and maintenance of relevant facility equipment.
• To maintain a high standard of cleanliness, hygiene and GMP during maintenance work.
• To always maintain your work areas in an organised and tidy condition. Correct storage of tools and parts.
• To adhere to all company and legislative health, safety, and environmental requirements.
• To participate in all training and assessment activities related to the position, e.g. GMP training, equipment technical training, Health & Safety requirements etc.
• Any other duties as assigned by the Engineering Director / Facilities Manager or Facilities Engineer.
• Ensure safe work practices are being always followed, report any near misses immediately to the H&S Department
• Conduct various other additional tasks that may be required from time to time in accordance with the overall goal of the company.

Knowledge / Skills & Experience

Essential

• Leaving Cert or equivalent.
• Must be proficient with basic IT packages. Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams.
• Previous experience in maintenance or a related field preferred.
• General Building skills with basic facilities experience.
• Basic knowledge of plumbing, landscaping, painting, and carpentry work. Ability to use hand and
• Power tools safely.
• Must be comfortable working at heights and have MEWP experience or certification.
• Be able to work on own initiative.
• Mindfulness and pride in maintaining a well-kept indoor and outdoor environment.
• Ability to fault finding and problem-solve.
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
• 5-10 years’ experience working in building or construction industry.

Desirable

• Forklift Training & Certification
• MEWP Training & Certification
• GMP or FME Experience

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Join us and be part of building the bridge between life changing therapies and patients.

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Statement

PCI Pharma Services is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.

We do not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, marital or domestic or civil union status, familial status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, disability, military eligibility or veteran status, or any other protected status.

At PCI, Equity and Inclusion are at the core of our company’s purpose: Together, delivering life-changing therapies.

We are committed to cultivating an inclusive workplace by holding ourselves accountable to the highest standards of understanding, fairness, respect, and equal opportunity – at every level.

We envision a PCI community where everyone can belong and grow, and we strive to bring this vision to reality by continuously and intentionally assessing our people practices, policies and programs, marketing approach, and workplace culture.