Project Manager

CREGG; Connacht; On-site; Confidential; Full time

Job summary

CREGG is seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead automation, packaging and capital projects at its Ma y o County Mayo operations. The role focuses on delivering turnkey automation solutions, installing new lines, commissioning equipment and handing over to operations.

You will work with Engineering, Operations, Maintenance and Quality teams to ensure on-time delivery within budget while maintaining high safety and quality standards. Strong CAPEX discipline and leadership are essential.

Qualifications

• Third-level qualification in Engineering, Project Management or a related technical discipline.
• Experience as a Project Manager in manufacturing, FMCG, food or beverage production.

Responsibilities

• Lead capital investment projects involving automated production lines and packaging equipment.
• Manage projects from concept through design, procurement, installation, commissioning and handover.

Skills

CAPEX Management

Project Leadership

Industrial Automation

Packaging Equipment

Education

Engineering or related field

Job description

Project Manager – Automation & Packaging

Location: County Mayo, Ireland

We are seeking an experienced Project Manager to join a leading global manufacturing and concentrate plant manufacturing operation based in County Mayo.

This is an exciting opportunity for a driven Project Manager to take ownership of major capital projects, with a particular focus on the installation, commissioning and delivery of new automated production lines across Powder Processing and Packaging operations.

The successful candidate will play a key role in delivering projects from initial concept and design through to installation, commissioning and final handover, ensuring projects are completed safely, on time, within budget and to the highest quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage capital investment projects involving new automated production lines, powder processing and packaging equipment.
• Manage projects from concept development and feasibility through detailed design, procurement, installation, commissioning and handover.
• Coordinate the installation and integration of new automation systems, production equipment and packaging lines.
• Develop and manage project plans, schedules, budgets, resource requirements and risk assessments.
• Work closely with Engineering, Operations, Maintenance, Quality, EHS and external contractors to ensure successful project delivery.
• Manage equipment suppliers, engineering contractors and third-party service providers.
• Oversee site installation activities, ensuring all work is carried out in accordance with health and safety requirements.
• Identify and resolve technical, operational and project-related issues throughout the project lifecycle.
• Ensure new equipment and production lines are fully commissioned, validated and handed over to operational teams.
• Drive continuous improvement, operational efficiency and manufacturing performance through the introduction of new technologies and automation.
• Provide regular project updates, reporting on progress, costs, timelines, risks and key milestones to senior stakeholders.

Candidate Requirements

• Third-level qualification in Engineering, Project Management or a related technical discipline.
• Proven experience working as a Project Manager within a manufacturing, FMCG, food or beverage production environment.
• Demonstrable experience managing capital expenditure (CAPEX) projects from concept through to completion.
• Experience delivering projects involving automated production lines, packaging machinery and/or powder processing equipment.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, industrial automation and production equipment.
• Experience managing contractors, equipment suppliers and multidisciplinary engineering teams.

For more information contact Mark

086 190 1346 or [e-mail]