Mechanical Supervisor

Dornan Group; Donnycarney; On-site; EUR 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Dornan Group in Dublin is seeking a Mechanical Supervisor to lead on-site mechanical installation activities for a major pharmaceutical project. You will oversee trades, coordinate subcontractors, and ensure safe, quality delivery on schedule.

The role requires a hands-on leader with strong drawing interpretation, site coordination, and a clear commitment to health, safety, and quality procedures. Based on a pharma site in South Dublin, this position offers growth within a leading international

Qualifications

• Experience as Mechanical Supervisor on large-scale industrial, pharmaceutical, data centre, or process projects.
• Strong knowledge of mechanical systems, including pipework, HVAC, and process installations.
• Proven ability to lead teams and coordinate subcontractors in a fast-paced construction environment.

Responsibilities

• Supervising mechanical trades and subcontractors to ensure works are delivered safely and on schedule.
• Coordinating daily site activities and allocating work across mechanical crews.
• Monitoring quality of installations and ensuring compliance with project specifications and industry standards.
• Conducting toolbox talks, safety briefings, and promoting a strong safety culture on site.
• Liaising with Project Managers, Engineers, QA/QC teams, and other disciplines to ensure effective project delivery.
• Reviewing drawings and resolving technical issues in collaboration with the project team.
• Tracking progress and reporting on productivity, resource requirements, and site activities.
• Ensuring all work is completed in accordance with Dornan's health, safety, and quality procedures.

Skills

Team leadership

On-site supervision

Reading drawings

Safety management

Education

Trade qualification

Job description

Mechanical Supervisor

Dornan Engineering Group is a leading international engineering contractor delivering high-value projects across Europe, the UK & Ireland. Based in Dublin, this is an exciting opportunity to join our growing Mechanical Construction Team as a Mechanical Supervisor, supporting the delivery of a major pharmaceutical project.

This is a hands-on leadership role where you will oversee mechanical installation activities on site, ensuring work is completed safely, efficiently, and to the highest quality standards while coordinating with subcontractors, site management, and client teams.

Your day will include:

• Supervising mechanical trades and subcontractors to ensure works are delivered safely and on schedule.
• Coordinating daily site activities and allocating work across mechanical crews.
• Monitoring quality of installations and ensuring compliance with project specifications and industry standards.
• Conducting toolbox talks, safety briefings, and promoting a strong safety culture on site.
• Liaising with Project Managers, Engineers, QA/QC teams, and other disciplines to ensure effective project delivery.
• Reviewing drawings and resolving technical issues in collaboration with the project team.
• Tracking progress and reporting on productivity, resource requirements, and site activities.
• Ensuring all work is completed in accordance with Dornan's health, safety, and quality procedures.

About You

• Previous experience as a Mechanical Supervisor, on large-scale industrial, pharmaceutical, data centre, or process projects.
• Strong knowledge of mechanical systems, including pipework, HVAC, and process installations.
• Proven ability to lead teams and coordinate subcontractors in a fast-paced construction environment.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• Ability to interpret mechanical drawings and specifications.
• Strong commitment to health, safety, and quality standards.
• Safe Pass and relevant trade qualification
• Experience working within pharmaceutical or highly regulated environments is desirable.
• Position based on Pharmaceutical project in South Dublin

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Dornan Strava Club: Employees can take part in fitness challenges, build connections across the business, and contribute to monthly charitable giving initiatives.

Be Yourself: We want everyone at Dornan to feel welcome, valued, and supported. By embracing different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives, we create an environment where people can be themselves, grow their careers, and thrive.