Your new company

Here at Hays we have a fantastic permanent opportunity for Maintenance Equipment Engineer to join our client, a well-respected medical firm based in the heart of Galway city. The company has been supporting the Asian market for a number of years with a steady demand for its unique products. As an employer, they have a stellar reputation as an employer, resulting in minimal turnover and an excellent staff retention ratio. This is a hands-on position best geared towards those seeking to hone their technical skills long-term within an organisation.

Your new role

This role is for a skilled and dedicated Equipment Engineer to manage the maintenance of our equipment. The ideal candidate will be responsible for ensuring the reliability, efficiency, and safety of all equipment through effective maintenance strategies and programs. This role requires a blend of technical expertise, problem-solving abilities, and leadership skills to oversee the maintenance operations and optimise equipment performance.

• Develop, implement, and manage comprehensive maintenance programs for all equipment.
• Schedule and oversee preventive maintenance tasks to minimize equipment downtime and extend the lifecycle of assets.
• Coordinate and execute maintenance activities, including troubleshooting, repairs, and upgrades.
• Ensure all installations of equipment are executed correctly and meet the required standard.
• Diagnose and resolve technical issues related to equipment performance and reliability.
• Provide technical support and guidance to technicians and other team members.
• Stay updated with industry trends, technologies, and best practices in equipment maintenance.
• Understanding of relevant safety regulations and standards.
• Conduct regular safety inspections and audits of equipment and maintenance procedures.
• Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities and equipment history.
• Generate regular reports on equipment performance and downtime metrics.
• Identify opportunities for improving maintenance processes and equipment performance.
• Lead root cause analysis (RCA) and failure mode and effects analysis (FMEA) to address recurring issues.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including production, quality, and engineering, to support operational goals.
• Foster a culture of teamwork, continuous learning, and accountability.
• Support delivery of equipment to production & sharing knowledge and information between engineering an automation team.

What you'll need to succeed

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in equipment maintenance management, preferably within the Medical device industry.
• Strong technical knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and pneumatic systems.
• Proficiency in using CMMS and other maintenance management software.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work under pressure.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Knowledge of safety regulations and best practices in maintenance.

What you'll get in return

What you need to do now

If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.

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