Electrical Shift Technician, pharma Dublin 15

Job Title: Electrical / Mechanical Shift Technician Location: Pharma, Mulhuddart, Dublin 15 Duration: Permanent Shift-Based Role (day roles available also) Remuneration: Competitive Salary, Shift Premium, Healthcare, Pension and more. Are you a proactive and safety-focused utilities maintenance technician with a strong electrical or mechanical background? We’re recruiting for an Electrical Shift Technician to join a dedicated on-site team delivering critical utilities maintenance and calibration services for a world-leading pharmaceutical facility in Dublin. This is a permanent shift-based role ideal for individuals who thrive in a high-reliability, compliance-driven environment and are committed to technical excellence and continuous improvements Key Responsibilities: Operate and monitor site-critical utility systems (e.g., HVAC, boilers, chillers, compressed air, clean steam, water systems).Perform first-line and scheduled maintenance on utilities equipment.Respond to equipment alarms and deviations efficiently and escalate issues in line with site procedures.Review and sign work permits as area owner during the shift.Liaise with subcontractors during planned maintenance.Maintain accurate documentation in compliance with regulatory and site standards.Support updates to SOPs and conduct operational training as needed.Ensure all activities are performed in line with EHS guidelines and site IPPC licence conditions.Assist with planned and unplanned site shutdowns.Participate in reliability and maintenance performance programmes (e.g. MTBF, MTTR, PM/CM ratio).Collaborate closely with the site Utilities Engineering Support Team and ensure effective shift handovers. Required Skills & Experience: Senior Trades, City & Guilds or equivalent in Electrical Engineering.Minimum 2 years’ post-qualification experience in industrial utilities—ideally in a pharmaceutical or regulated environment.Strong knowledge and hands-on experience with: Pumps, compressors, chillers, cooling towers, HVAC systems, steam and purified water systems.Low/medium voltage electrical systems.Building Management Systems (BMS), SCADA and PLC control systems.Computerised Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS).Reading and interpreting P&IDs and engineering documentation. Familiarity with GMP, SOPs, EWI, and permit-to-work systems.Strong communication, documentation, and organisational skills. Desirable Experience: Previous experience in a 24/7 production or utilities environment.Working as part of a shift team, with proven teamworking and communication skills.Exposure to root cause analysis and reliability improvement processes.Strong attention to detail and a methodical approach to troubleshooting. What’s in it for you? Be part of a high-performing and supportive team operating on a prestigious pharmaceutical site.Develop your expertise in a technically challenging and highly regulated environment.Long-term career progression and training opportunities with a global leader in utilities and environmental services. Apply now to take the next step in your engineering career and help support critical operations that make a global impact. Send your CV and application, outlining your relevant experience in the above mentioned systems to; Please note: Applicants must have full authorisation to work in Ireland without restriction or time limitation. Due to the nature of the role, previous experience in a regulated industrial or pharmaceutical environment in Ireland is highly desirable. Unfortunately, we are unable to sponsor employment permits, and applications that do not meet the work authorisation requirement will not be progressed. #Techskills25