Mechanical Supervisor

Talent-Curve; Cork; On-site; EUR 72,000 - 88,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully expensed company vehicle

Health insurance

Pension scheme

Performance incentives

Career progression pathways

Job summary

Talent-Curve in Cork is seeking an experienced Mechanical Supervisor to lead on a flagship life sciences project. You will coordinate on-site crews, manage daily labour execution, and drive high-purity piping installations safely, on time and to exacting quality standards.

The role requires a full mechanical trade qualification with 35+ years in industrial construction, plus exposure to regulated sectors. A clean Irish driving licence and right to work are essential.

Qualifications

• Trade qualification: full mechanical trade qualification (Pipefitter, Welder or Plumber).
• Minimum 35+ years of experience on industrial construction sites.
• Experience in highly regulated sectors (Pharma/Biopharma/Datacentres/Semiconductors).
• Strong knowledge of high-purity piping, cleanroom protocols and hygienic installation.
• Full clean driving licence, residency in Ireland and right to work locally.

Responsibilities

• Supervise daily on-site activities for pipefitters, welders and sub-contractors.
• Monitor progress against the construction programme and allocate resources.
• Oversee installation of high-purity process piping and welding operations.
• Interpret P&ID schematics and isometrics to instruct crews.
• Support QA/QC, verifications and prepare piping for hydrostatic testing.
• Enforce on-site health and safety standards and toolbox talks.

Skills

Site Leadership

Health & Safety

Communication

Problem Solving

Education

Mechanical trade qualification (Pipefitter/Welder/Plumber)

Job description

Mechanical Supervisor Industrial Piping & Utilities Location: Cork Salary: €80,000+ Base (DOE) + Company Vehicle + Benefits Package Position Type: Full-time, Permanent Job Description We are partnering with a Tier-1 international mechanical engineering contractor to secure an experienced Mechanical Supervisor for a flagship life sciences development in Cork. Following major multi-million euro project wins across Ireland and continental Europe, this company is expanding its site leadership teams significantly. This is a vital on-site leadership position. You will take direct responsibility for coordinating site crews, managing daily craft labour execution, and driving high-purity piping installations safely on time and to the highest quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Site Coordination: Supervise daily on-site activities for direct trade labour (pipefitters, welders) and specialised sub-contractors within your assigned zone.
• Progress Tracking: Monitor daily progress against the master construction programme and allocate mechanical resources efficiently to avoid site delays.
• Weld & Installation Oversight: Oversee the installation of high-purity process piping, coded manual welding, and automated orbital welding operations.
• Drawing & Isometric Reviews: Interpret complex P&ID schematics, isometric fabrication drawings, and structural details to instruct site crews accurately.
• QA/QC & Testing: Assist with systematic field walk-downs, yellowline P&ID verifications, and prepare piping systems for hydrostatic and pneumatic pressure testing.
• EHS Leadership: Enforce strict on-site health and safety compliance, conduct daily toolbox talks, and maintain a zero-incident safety culture on the shop floor.

Requirements

• Trade Qualification: Full mechanical trade qualification (Pipefitter, Welder, or Plumber) is essential.
• Experience: Minimum 35+ years of experience working as a Chargehand, Foreman, or Mechanical Supervisor on industrial construction sites.
• Sector Exposure: Proven track record working within highly regulated sectors (Pharmaceutical, Biopharma, Data Centres, or Semiconductors).
• Technical Knowledge: Strong understanding of high-purity utility piping systems, cleanroom protocols, and hygienic installation standards.
• Logistics: Full clean driving licence, residency in Ireland, and the unrestricted right to work locally.

Whats on Offer

• Competitive base €80,000+, tailored strictly to your level of experience.
• Fully expensed company vehicle or premium car allowance plus fuel card.
• Comprehensive corporate benefits package including health insurance, pension scheme, and performance incentives.
• Clear career progression pathways into senior field management and superintendent positions.