Pharma Stainless Pipework Supervisor | Growth & Training

NexVentur; Athlone; On-site; EUR 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Major pharmaceutical project

Long-term career progression

Ongoing training

Safety-focused environment

Job summary

NexVent is seeking an experienced Mechanical Supervisor to lead a flagship pharmaceutical stainless steel pipework project in Athlone. The role involves supervising day-to-day installation, coordinating trades, ensuring quality and safety, reading drawings, and supporting commissioning.

Candidates should hold a mechanical trade qualification, have 5+ years supervising, and possess GMP/pharma project experience.

Qualifications

• Trade qualification in Mechanical Fitting, Pipefitting, Plumbing or related discipline.
• 5+ years' experience supervising mechanical construction projects.

Responsibilities

• Supervise day-to-day installation of stainless-steel process pipework on a live pharmaceutical project.
• Coordinate mechanical trades, subcontractors, and specialist installation teams.
• Ensure works are completed in accordance with project specifications, drawings, and quality requirements.
• Monitor productivity and programme milestones, ensuring works remain on schedule.
• Liaise with Project Managers, Site Managers, Engineers, and client representatives.
• Conduct daily briefings, toolbox talks and safety meetings.
• Ensure adherence to site Health & Safety procedures and pharmaceutical industry standards.
• Review and interpret isometric drawings, P&IDs, GA drawings, and installation documentation.
• Manage permit-to-work systems and support safe execution of all mechanical activities.
• Coordinate material deliveries, plant requirements, and workforce allocation.
• Carry out quality inspections and support testing, flushing, pressure testing, and commissioning activities.
• Maintain accurate site records, progress reports, and daily diaries.
• Identify and resolve technical issues to minimise programme impacts.

Skills

Leadership

Reading drawings

Problem solving

Health & Safety

Communication

Project coordination

Resource planning

Education

Trade qualification in Mechanical Fitting/Pipefitting

Tools

Digital reporting systems

Job description

NexVent is seeking an experienced Mechanical Supervisor to lead a flagship pharmaceutical stainless steel pipework project in Athlone. The role involves supervising day-to-day installation, coordinating trades, ensuring quality and safety, reading drawings, and supporting commissioning.

Candidates should hold a mechanical trade qualification, have 5+ years supervising, and possess GMP/pharma project experience.