On-Site Electrical Lead – GMP Pharma & Utilities

Kiernan Engineering Contractors Ltd; Ireland; On-site; EUR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Kiernan Engineering Contractors Ltd is seeking an experienced Electrical Supervisor to lead our electrical team in a GMP-regulated pharmaceutical manufacturing environment. You will oversee installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of electrical systems and equipment across production, utilities, and facility operations.

Responsibilities include supervising technicians, coordinating maintenance tasks, reviewing drawings, supporting C&Q activities, and driving energy efficiency

Qualifications

• 2–3 years in a supervisory or lead role.
• Experience in a pharmaceutical, biotech, or GMP-regulated manufacturing environment.
• Experience with cleanrooms, classified areas, and clean utilities.
• Experience with CMMS systems and maintenance planning.

Responsibilities

• Supervise, schedule, and coordinate daily activities of electrical technicians and contractors.
• Assign work orders, monitor progress, and ensure timely completion of preventive and corrective maintenance tasks.
• Provide technical guidance, mentoring, and training to team members.
• Conduct performance reviews and support staff development plans.
• Manage contractor qualifications, permits to work, and on-site oversight.
• Provide electrical engineering input for capital projects, equipment installations, and facility upgrades.
• Review electrical drawings, specifications, and vendor documentation.
• Support commissioning and qualification (IQ/OQ/PQ) for electrical systems.
• Identify and implement energy efficiency and reliability improvement initiatives.
• Participate in cross-functional teams to drive continuous improvement.
• Promote a strong safety culture and ensure compliance with site EHS policies.
• Conduct risk assessments and job safety analyses for electrical work.
• Ensure proper management of electrical spares and critical inventory.

Skills

Leadership

Electrical theory

Regulatory compliance

Project coordination

Communication

Problem solving

Tools

CMMS

Job description

Kiernan Engineering Contractors Ltd is seeking an experienced Electrical Supervisor to lead our electrical team in a GMP-regulated pharmaceutical manufacturing environment. You will oversee installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of electrical systems and equipment across production, utilities, and facility operations.

Responsibilities include supervising technicians, coordinating maintenance tasks, reviewing drawings, supporting C&Q activities, and driving energy efficiency