GMP Engineering Leader: Automation, CAPEX & Ops Excellence

HRM Search Partners; Galway; On-site; EUR 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

HRM Search Partners is seeking an experienced Head of Engineering for a GMP-regulated pharmaceutical site in Co. Galway. The role leads engineering, maintenance, facilities and capital projects across a complex manufacturing operation.

The ideal candidate will have a hands-on leadership style, a strong track record in improving asset performance and delivering major CAPEX initiatives within a regulated environment.

Qualifications

• Degree in Engineering or a related discipline.
• Significant engineering leadership experience within GMP-regulated manufacturing environments.
• Proven experience leading engineering, maintenance, facilities and capital project functions.
• Strong track record of improving OEE and manufacturing efficiency.
• Experience delivering significant CAPEX programmes in regulated environments.
• Strong understanding of GMP compliance, HPRA and FDA standards.
• Experience implementing maintenance strategies and continuous improvement initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Lead site engineering strategy across maintenance, facilities, utilities, automation and capital projects.
• Drive improvements in equipment reliability, OEE, productivity and efficiency.
• Develop and implement maintenance and reliability strategies to reduce downtime.
• Lead capital investment projects including upgrades, expansion and infrastructure improvements.
• Ensure systems meet GMP, HPRA and FDA regulatory standards.
• Oversee site utilities, facilities and critical manufacturing infrastructure.
• Drive automation, digitalisation and CI initiatives.
• Partner with Manufacturing, Quality and other functions to improve performance.
• Manage budgets, resources, contractors and external suppliers.
• Lead and develop a multidisciplinary engineering team.

Skills

Engineering leadership

GMP manufacturing

CAPEX management

OEE improvement

Maintenance strategy

Strategic leadership

Education

Engineering degree

Job description

HRM Search Partners is seeking an experienced Head of Engineering for a GMP-regulated pharmaceutical site in Co. Galway. The role leads engineering, maintenance, facilities and capital projects across a complex manufacturing operation.

The ideal candidate will have a hands-on leadership style, a strong track record in improving asset performance and delivering major CAPEX initiatives within a regulated environment.