Job Tag: services

Hard Services Lead – Medical Devices Manufacturing Site

Hard Services Lead – Medical Devices Manufacturing Site – Kilkenny

Our client is a leading facilities and engineering services provider, supporting a high-spec medical devices manufacturing site in Kilkenny. This is a technically driven environment with strong systems, structured processes, and a focus on reliability, compliance, and continuous improvement.

They are now seeking a Hard Services Lead – a great opportunity for a skilled engineer or senior technician ready to take the next step into a broader, more visible role with real responsibility and progression.

The Opportunity

This isn’t just about overseeing maintenance – it’s about stepping into a position where you’ll build your leadership capability while staying close to the technical side.

You’ll work within a well-supported structure, gaining exposure to planning, reporting, and site-wide operations, while still being actively involved in troubleshooting, problem-solving, and day-to-day coordination. This role is ideal for someone who wants to move beyond purely reactive maintenance and start contributing to how a site is managed, improved, and optimised.

What You’ll Be Doing

  • Support and coordinate planned and reactive maintenance activities across the site
  • Work closely with technicians and contractors, helping to keep operations running smoothly
  • Use CMMS/CAFM systems for maintenance tracking, scheduling, and reporting
  • Assist with fault finding and resolution of M&E, HVAC, and site systems issues
  • Get involved in improving preventative maintenance routines and site efficiency
  • Support compliance with EHS procedures, permits, and site safety standards
  • Contribute to equipment upgrades, installations, and commissioning projects
  • Help track performance, downtime, and maintenance trends
  • Provide day-to-day technical support to the wider team
  • Gain exposure to asset management, planning, and continuous improvement initiatives

What We’re Looking For

  • Experience in a facilities, maintenance, or engineering role (e.g. technician, engineer, or supervisor)
  • A qualification or trade background in Electrical, Mechanical, or related discipline
  • Someone ready to step into a more senior, site-wide role
  • Strong problem-solving skills and a practical, hands-on approach
  • Experience with maintenance systems (CMMS/CAFM) is an advantage
  • Interest in developing skills in planning, reporting, and team coordination
  • Good communication skills and a collaborative mindset
  • A proactive attitude with a willingness to learn and take on new responsibilities

Why Apply?

  • A clear step-up opportunity into a leadership-level role
  • Exposure to a modern, highly regulated medical devices environment
  • Strong support and structure to help you develop beyond your current position
  • Opportunity to gain experience in asset management, compliance, and site operations
  • Work with advanced systems and a professional engineering team
  • Long-term career progression within a growing organisation

Apply Now

If you’re a technically strong engineer or technician looking to move into a broader, more impactful role – while continuing to build your leadership experience – this is an excellent opportunity.

Apply today for a confidential discussion.

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Hard Services Manager – Pharma

Hard Services Lead – Pharma Manufacturing (Kilkenny)

I’m partnering with a leading facilities and engineering services provider to recruit a Hard Services Lead for a high-profile pharmaceutical manufacturing site in Kilkenny. This is a hands-on leadership role where you will take responsibility for supervising and coordinating hard services maintenance operations, ensuring safety, quality, service, and cost targets are achieved.

This position is ideal for a technically strong facilities professional who enjoys leading teams, driving maintenance performance, and operating in a highly regulated environment.

What You’ll Do

  • Lead and coordinate planned and reactive maintenance activities across all site facilities.
  • Carry out and oversee preventative maintenance via CMMS/CAFM systems, ensuring accurate documentation and compliance.
  • Proactively identify and resolve equipment issues to maximise uptime and operational efficiency.
  • Perform fault finding and coordinate repairs, including managing external service engineers where required.
  • Track, analyse, and report on hard services performance, costs, and resource utilisation.
  • Support technicians through mentoring, training, and day-to-day technical guidance.
  • Ensure compliance with EHS procedures, permits, and site safety standards.
  • Manage and improve preventative maintenance routines, identifying opportunities for continuous improvement.
  • Assist with installation, commissioning, and integration of new plant and equipment.
  • Support asset management planning, change control processes, and ongoing site improvements.
  • Provide technical reporting and support to senior stakeholders and client teams.

What We’re Looking For

  • Minimum 5 years’ experience in a similar hard services, facilities, or maintenance role.
  • Qualification in Electrical, Mechanical, Automation, or a recognised Senior Trade certification.
  • Strong supervisory experience managing teams and facilities management systems.
  • Proven experience in CMMS systems and maintenance reporting tools.
  • Solid technical background across HVAC, BMS systems, and M&E services.
  • Strong organisational and analytical skills with a track record of delivering results.
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
  • Proven ability to drive continuous improvement and change control initiatives.
  • Self-motivated with the ability to coach, mentor, and lead teams effectively.

Why You’ll Love This Role

  • Competitive salary and benefits package.
  • Opportunity to lead hard services on a state-of-the-art pharmaceutical site.
  • Strong career progression within a growing facilities management organisation.
  • Exposure to advanced systems, asset management planning, and continuous improvement initiatives.
  • Collaborative and supportive team environment where your expertise will make a real impact.

If you’re ready to take the next step in your facilities engineering career and lead high-performing teams in a dynamic pharma setting, apply now or contact Laura Byrne for a confidential discussion.

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