Maintenance Planner

About the Role

Jones Engineering is seeking an experienced Maintenance Planner to join a leading biotechnology manufacturing facility in the Limerick region. This full-time position involves overseeing and coordinating maintenance activities to ensure they are executed safely, documented properly, and comply with Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and coordinate preventive, corrective, and reactive maintenance tasks for electrical, mechanical, and calibration/instrumentation systems.
• Manage and prepare work orders using the facility's Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS).
• Arrange necessary labor, materials, spare parts, and equipment for maintenance jobs.
• Initiate and handle permits to work and isolation procedures responsibly.
• Assist in maintenance-related deviations, investigations, and subsequent corrective actions.
• Communicate and collaborate effectively with Maintenance, Engineering, Operations, Quality, and Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) teams.
• Track and monitor maintenance schedules, backlogs, and overdue maintenance activities.
• Ensure all maintenance documentation adheres to GMP standards and data integrity principles.
• Support planned shutdowns, equipment outages, and continuous improvement projects.

Requirements

• Technical qualification or relevant practical experience in Electrical, Mechanical, Instrumentation, or Maintenance Engineering.
• Proven experience in maintenance planning or coordination roles.
• Familiarity with CMMS tools and technology.
• Strong organizational skills and clear communication abilities.
• Capability to prioritize multiple tasks in a fast-paced manufacturing setting.
• Experience working in pharmaceutical, biotechnology, or other regulated manufacturing environments is highly advantageous.
• Understanding of GMP regulations, Permit-to-Work systems, Lockout-Tagout (LOTO/COHE), and deviation management processes is a plus.

Benefits and Additional Information

• Competitive salary package reflective of your experience and qualifications.
• Opportunity to work in a dynamic, supportive environment alongside industry leaders.
• Focus on work-life balance and professional development through training programs.
• Contribute to advancing sustainability in the biotechnology sector.
• An inclusive workplace that values diversity and equal employment opportunities.