GMP Maintenance Team Lead (Pharma)

Jones Engineering; Limerick; On-site; EUR 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

CPD support

Career progression

Equal opportunities

Job summary

Jones Engineering is seeking a Maintenance Team Supervisor (Mechanical & Electrical) to lead the maintenance team onsite in Limerick, Ireland. You will oversee daily operations in a GMP-regulated pharmaceutical environment, ensuring tasks are carried out to standard and shifts are balanced efficiently.

You will drive 1:1 coaching, upskilling, and performance management while coordinating with client leadership and Jones HR.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related technical discipline.
• 5+ years maintenance in GMP/pharma environment.
• Supervisory experience in multi-shift operations.
• Knowledge of GMP, ALCOA+ and compliance.
• CMMS familiarity (SAP/Maximo).
• Strong communication and coaching skills.
• Safety/audit certifications desirable.
• Proficient in MS Office and reporting tools.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations of the maintenance team in GMP environment.
• Ensure clear task ownership and standard completion.
• Manage shift handovers and timesheet approvals.
• Maintain client updates and participate in huddles.
• Conduct regular 1:1s with technicians.
• Escalate issues with documented controls.
• Lead development check-ins and upskilling roadmaps.
• Track holidays and ensure coverage across shifts.
• Monitor training and compliance status.
• Uphold ALCOA+ data integrity and CMMS usage.
• Prioritize corrective maintenance aligned with GMP/SOPs.
• Lead recruitment, onboarding, and resource planning.

Skills

Leadership

GMP Compliance

CMMS SAP/Maximo

ALCOA+

Communication

Shift Management

Documentation

Safety Audits

Education

Engineering Degree

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Position: Maintenance Team Supervisor (Mechanical & Electrical)

Location: Onsite – Limerick, Ireland

Company Description

We are a leading engineering services company with a proven track record of high quality, customer focused project delivery for over 130 years. Our core divisions include Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Sprinkler and Fire Protection. Some of the other services we provide include Waste to Energy (BioEnergy), Specialist Lift, Off Site Fabrication, Technical Support Services, Maintenance, Asset Management, BIM (Building Information Modelling) and Geo-Surveying. We offer competitive salaries, financial support for further training, Continuous Professional Development (CPD) leading to chartered status, performance incentives and the ability to progress your career with a world class engineering contractor.

Job Description

The Maintenance Team Supervisor will oversee the daily operations of the maintenance team within a GMP-regulated pharmaceutical environment. This role requires strong leadership, organizational skills, and a commitment to compliance and continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities

• Operational Ownership & Oversight - Ensure maintenance technicians are clear on their responsibilities and that tasks are completed to standard.
• Oversee structured handovers between shifts, as outlined in the weekly standing meetings schedule.
• Validate and approve technician timesheets, ensuring accuracy and timely submission.
• Maintain regular touchpoints with Client maintenance leadership (e.g., brief weekly email updates and participation in daily/weekly huddles).
• Conduct 1:1s weekly or bi-weekly by mutual agreement.
• Escalate promptly when predefined triggers are met; document the escalation and interim controls.

Team Engagement & Development.

• Hold regular (target bi-weekly/monthly) developmental check-ins with each technician to coach, remove blockers, and follow up on commitments.
• Lead skills assessments, maintain the capability matrix, and execute upskilling roadmaps aligned to the work plan.
• Proactively manage performance concerns and partner with Jones HR for resolution; involve client leadership where interface/contract expectations are affected.
• Track holidays, sick days, and ensure adequate coverage across shifts.

Work Quality & Compliance.

• Monitor training completion and compliance status for all team members.
• Uphold quality in work execution and documentation in line with Site SOPs, ALCOA+ data integrity, and CMMS usage.
• Evaluate and prioritize corrective maintenance tasks, ensuring alignment with GMP and SOPs.

Hiring & Resource Planning.

• Recruitment, onboarding, and resource modelling to support workload forecasts. - Conduct regular Jones safety audits and ensure adherence to site safety protocols.

Skills and Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Maintenance Management, or a related technical discipline.
• Equivalent trade qualifications with supervisory experience may also be considered.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in a maintenance role within a GMP-regulated pharmaceutical or biopharmaceutical manufacturing environment.
• Proven supervisory or team leadership experience, preferably in a multi-shift operation.
• Strong understanding of GMP standards, ALCOA+ principles, and pharmaceutical compliance requirements.
• Familiarity with CMMS systems (e.g., SAP, Maximo) and electronic documentation platforms.
• Excellent communication, coaching, and interpersonal skills to engage and develop team members.
• Demonstrated ability to manage escalations, performance issues, and resource planning effectively.
• Certifications in safety auditing, GMP compliance, or maintenance management are desirable.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and reporting tools for operational oversight and communication.

Applications : Interested parties should apply here and/or mail [e-mail]

We offer a competitive salary package commensurate with experience and qualifications. In addition, you will have the opportunity to work in a dynamic and supportive environment, collaborating with industry leaders and contributing to a sustainable future. Our company values work-life balance and encourages professional growth through training and development programs.

If you are ready to make a difference and be part of a growing industry, please submit your CV, along with a cover letter highlighting your relevant experience and why you are interested in this role. Recognising the contributions and respecting our people is core to our culture and values. We are an equal opportunities employer, and we encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply for roles.