Automation Maintenance Technician

24 hours ago

Galway, Galway, Ireland Gertek Project Management Full time

Position Summary The Maintenance Controls professional will be responsible for the troubleshooting, maintenance, and continuous improvement of automated control systems within our production environment.
This role requires a candidate who combines a strong, hands-on electrical background with deep expertise in modern automation and control systems.
You will act as a key technical resource, diagnosing complex faults, implementing robust solutions, and driving initiatives to increase machine uptime and overall equipment effectiveness (OEE).
Key Responsibilities Perform advanced, systematic troubleshooting on high-speed automated production equipment, identifying and resolving electrical, instrumentation, and control system issues.
Conduct root cause analysis of equipment breakdowns, implementing effective corrective and preventative actions (CAPAs) to prevent recurrence.
Utilise diagnostic software to analyse PLC and HMI code, identifying logic-based faults within complex manufacturing systems.
Identify opportunities for system improvements; support the design, installation, and commissioning of control system upgrades to enhance machine performance, reliability, and safety.
Provide expert technical support for a variety of complex systems, including multi-axis robotics, servo drive systems, vision inspection systems, and other high-speed manufacturing equipment.
Develop and execute preventive and predictive maintenance schedules for all control systems, instrumentation, and critical electrical components.
Ensure all automation and control systems comply with company and industry safety standards, performing safety verifications and validations after interventions.
Maintain accurate and up-to-date technical documentation, including electrical schematics, software backups, and maintenance records, in line with GMP standards.
Collaborate effectively with production, quality, and project engineering teams on maintenance activities and improvement projects.
Candidate Profile: Essential Requirements Hands-on experience in an automation, controls, or technical maintenance role.
Experience in a regulated manufacturing environment (e.g., Medical Device, Pharmaceutical etc) Demonstrable proficiency with major PLC platforms A proactive and analytical mindset geared towards continuous improvement and effective problem-solving.
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