Lead Electrical Supervisor - GMP Pharma & Cleanrooms

Kiernan Engineering; Cork; On-site; EUR 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Kiernan Engineering is seeking an experienced Electrical Supervisor to lead our electrical team in a GMP-regulated pharmaceutical manufacturing environment. The role covers installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of electrical systems supporting production, utilities, and facility operations.

The successful candidate will provide leadership, oversee compliance with GMP, GAMP 5, and data integrity requirements, and drive continuous improvement and safety across the site.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2–3 years in a supervisory role in GMP manufacturing.
• Experience in pharmaceutical/biotech environments and cleanrooms.
• Ability to read electrical drawings and loop diagrams.
• GMP, GAMP 5 and data integrity familiarity.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate daily activities of electrical technicians and contractors.
• Schedule work orders and ensure preventive and corrective maintenance.
• Provide technical guidance and training to the team.
• Manage contractor qualifications and permits to work onsite.
• Support capital projects with electrical input and upgrades.
• Review drawings, specifications, and vendor documentation.
• Assist commissioning and IQ/OQ/PQ activities for electrical systems.
• Promote safety, conduct risk assessments, and manage spares.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Team supervision

Electrical knowledge

GMP awareness

Tools

CMMS

PLC/SCADA software

Job description

Kiernan Engineering is seeking an experienced Electrical Supervisor to lead our electrical team in a GMP-regulated pharmaceutical manufacturing environment. The role covers installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of electrical systems supporting production, utilities, and facility operations.

The successful candidate will provide leadership, oversee compliance with GMP, GAMP 5, and data integrity requirements, and drive continuous improvement and safety across the site.