Medical Devices jobs in Galway, County Galway

Location: Galway, Ireland
Job Type: Permanent, Full-Time
Working Hours: 39 hours per week
Industry: Manufacturing / Engineering / Life Sciences

Job Overview

Pale Blue Dot® Recruitment is currently recruiting a Facilities Technician on behalf of our client, an established international company operating within a regulated manufacturing environment in Galway.

The successful candidate will be responsible for the operation, maintenance and troubleshooting of critical site infrastructure, facility utilities, environmental control systems and associated equipment.

This is a hands-on technical position requiring a sound understanding of mechanical and electrical systems, equipment controls and preventative maintenance practices. The Facilities Technician will play an important role in ensuring that site services operate safely, reliably and efficiently while supporting equipment upgrades, regulatory compliance and continuous improvement activities.

Working closely with facilities, engineering, operations, quality and external service providers, the successful candidate will be expected to work independently, take ownership of maintenance activities and contribute to the ongoing reliability and performance of the site's infrastructure.

Key Responsibilities

Facilities Maintenance & Technical Support

• Carry out planned preventative, corrective and reactive maintenance on facility infrastructure, utilities and associated equipment.
• Operate, maintain and troubleshoot specialist environmental control and testing equipment, including temperature-controlled systems.
• Maintain and support electrical and mechanical services, environmental temperature control systems and essential site utilities.
• Diagnose and resolve technical faults involving PLCs, control systems, sensors, electrical power equipment and associated mechanical components.
• Conduct routine equipment inspections, identify potential failures and implement corrective actions to maintain equipment reliability.
• Ensure preventative maintenance activities are completed in accordance with established maintenance schedules and equipment requirements.
• Investigate recurring equipment faults, establish root causes and implement appropriate corrective and preventative measures.
• Support the installation, commissioning, upgrading and refurbishment of facilities equipment and infrastructure.
• Monitor equipment performance and identify opportunities to reduce unplanned downtime and improve operational efficiency.
• Coordinate and oversee specialist contractors and external service providers undertaking maintenance, repairs and equipment servicing.
• Communicate technical issues affecting site performance to the appropriate management and engineering personnel.

Quality, Safety & Compliance

• Ensure maintenance activities comply with site health, safety, environmental and Quality Management System requirements.
• Participate in safety meetings, risk assessments, incident investigations and workplace safety improvement initiatives.
• Identify and report equipment safety concerns, unsafe conditions, near misses and incidents in accordance with established procedures.
• Support facilities-related deviation investigations, non-conformances and root cause analysis activities.
• Work with Quality and Engineering teams to identify and implement corrective and preventative actions (CAPA).
• Participate in regulatory inspections and customer quality audits where required.
• Maintain and update standard operating procedures (SOPs), work instructions, maintenance records and engineering documentation.
• Coordinate facilities-related change control and equipment parameter change processes, ensuring appropriate documentation and approvals are maintained.
• Promote high standards of housekeeping, workplace organisation, equipment safety and 5S practices.

Maintenance Planning & Coordination

• Utilise the site's Computerised Maintenance Management System (CMMS) to schedule, record and monitor maintenance activities.
• Maintain accurate preventative maintenance records, equipment histories and technical documentation.
• Monitor unplanned maintenance activities and assess the effectiveness of corrective actions.
• Manage spare parts inventory to ensure critical components are available for planned and reactive maintenance.
• Maintain accurate stock records within the relevant maintenance management systems.
• Liaise with purchasing and suppliers to support timely and cost-effective procurement of maintenance materials and replacement parts.
• Assist with purchase order preparation and processing as required.
• Schedule and monitor third-party maintenance activities, ensuring compliance with site requirements.
• Support the preparation and monitoring of facilities maintenance budgets.
• Assist in planning equipment upgrades, refurbishment works and facilities improvement projects.
• Ensure effective communication and escalation of maintenance issues, equipment failures and operational risks.

Continuous Improvement

• Identify and implement improvements to facility reliability, maintenance effectiveness and operational performance.
• Participate in Lean manufacturing initiatives, Kaizen events and structured problem-solving activities.
• Support root cause investigations and implement sustainable improvements to prevent recurring equipment failures.
• Contribute to the development and maintenance of 5S standards within facilities and maintenance areas.
• Participate in process mapping, Gemba walks and continuous improvement projects.
• Monitor relevant maintenance and facilities performance indicators and identify opportunities for improvement.
• Work collaboratively with engineering, operations and quality teams to improve site infrastructure, equipment reliability and maintenance practices.

Qualifications & Experience

Essential Requirements

• Relevant vocational, technical, trade or third-level qualification in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Maintenance Engineering, Building Services or a related technical discipline.
• Applicants with a relevant Bachelor's degree should have a minimum of two years' applicable technical experience.
• Applicants following a trade or vocational route should have a minimum of three years' relevant experience, including an appropriate trade qualification.
• Practical experience in the maintenance, troubleshooting or operation of industrial facilities, utilities or technical equipment.
• Good working knowledge of mechanical and electrical systems, associated controls and industrial equipment.
• Experience carrying out preventative maintenance, fault diagnosis and corrective maintenance activities.
• Ability to diagnose equipment faults using a logical, analytical and structured approach.
• Strong understanding of safe maintenance practices and the importance of compliance with site procedures.
• Ability to interpret technical documentation, equipment specifications and maintenance instructions.
• Good organisational skills, including the ability to prioritise maintenance tasks and manage competing operational requirements.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with engineering, operations, quality teams and external contractors.
• Ability to work independently, demonstrate initiative and take responsibility for resolving technical issues.
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications.

Desirable Experience

• Previous experience in a regulated manufacturing, pharmaceutical, medical device or similarly controlled industrial environment.
• Experience maintaining environmental chambers, temperature control equipment or specialist testing systems.
• Knowledge of industrial utilities, facilities infrastructure and associated mechanical and electrical services.
• Experience troubleshooting PLCs, sensors, electrical control systems and industrial instrumentation.
• Familiarity with CMMS software for preventative maintenance scheduling, work order management and spare parts control.
• Experience supporting equipment commissioning, upgrades or refurbishment projects.
• Understanding of Quality Management Systems, change control, deviation investigations and CAPA processes.
• Experience coordinating external contractors, service providers and equipment suppliers.
• Knowledge of Lean methodologies, 5S, Kaizen and continuous improvement practices.
• Project management experience or involvement in technical improvement initiatives.
• Experience supporting regulatory inspections or customer quality audits.

Key Competencies

• Technical Problem-Solving: Ability to identify, analyse and resolve mechanical, electrical and facilities-related issues.
• Safety & Compliance: Commitment to maintaining high standards of health, safety, quality and environmental compliance.
• Equipment Reliability: Proactive approach to preventative maintenance, fault prevention and continuous improvement.
• Planning & Organisation: Ability to coordinate maintenance activities, manage priorities and maintain accurate technical records.
• Communication & Teamwork: Ability to collaborate effectively with internal departments, management and external service providers.
• Initiative & Accountability: Ability to work independently, exercise sound judgement and take ownership of maintenance activities.
• Continuous Improvement: Willingness to identify opportunities to enhance facility performance, efficiency and maintenance practices.

What's on Offer?

• Permanent, full-time position working 39 hours per week.
• Competitive salary package.
• 25 days' annual leave.
• Company pension scheme.
• Healthcare benefits.
• Varied technical responsibilities across facilities infrastructure, utilities and specialist equipment.
• Opportunity to contribute to equipment reliability, facilities improvement and operational performance.
• Involvement in maintenance projects, equipment upgrades and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Opportunities for ongoing professional development and career progression.

Additional Information

• The role is primarily site-based within a manufacturing and operations environment in Galway.
• Occasional domestic travel may be required, estimated at approximately 5% of working time.
• The successful candidate will report to the Facilities Supervisor.
• The position does not include direct supervisory responsibility.
• A six-month probationary period applies.

Apply Now

If you are an experienced Facilities Technician, Maintenance Technician or technically qualified engineering professional with relevant experience in industrial facilities, utilities or equipment maintenance, we would be delighted to hear from you.

Apply today through Pale Blue Dot® Recruitment for a confidential discussion about this opportunity.

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Expected hours: 39.0 per week

Benefits:

• On-site parking
• Private medical insurance

Work Location: In person