Senior Maintenance Manager
Location: Dublin 13, Ireland
Type: Full-time

Force Recruitment is currently seeking a Senior Maintenance Manager for a leading manufacturing facility in Dublin 13. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced professional to lead a high-performing maintenance team in a dynamic, regulated environment.
About the Role:
The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring that all manufacturing process equipment is maintained, supported, and available to optimize production efficiency. This role requires a strong leader with expertise in maintenance best practices, CMMS systems, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee the maintenance and availability of all manufacturing process equipment.

• Utilize CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management System) to schedule and track maintenance activities, ensuring optimal equipment uptime.

• Implement best practices in spare part management to minimize operational disruption.

• Provide technical input to maintenance-related quality incidents and implement initiatives to improve Maintenance RFT (Right First Time) tasks.

• Continuously assess and enhance the maintenance structure, standardizing approaches and practices.

• Lead and develop a high-performing technical support team, fostering a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.

• Ensure effective performance management, communication, and recognition within the team.

• Manage and support Maintenance CI (Continuous Improvement) programs, including cost-saving initiatives.

• Collaborate with production, engineering, and quality teams to resolve technical challenges and optimize processes.

• Communicate effectively with senior management, presenting updates on maintenance activities and key performance indicators (KPIs).

• Demonstrate strong leadership and adaptability to meet operational demands and changing business priorities.

What We’re Looking For:
Education: Degree in Engineering (Mechanical/Electrical/Mechatronics) is essential. An additional qualification in mechatronics, automation, or business/management would be an advantage.
Experience: Minimum of 5 years in a similar role within a GMP-regulated manufacturing environment, with proven experience in technical team leadership.
Technical Skills: Strong knowledge of process equipment maintenance best practices, including CMMS and RCM (Reliability-Centered Maintenance).
Leadership: Demonstrated ability to lead, mentor, and develop maintenance personnel.
Communication: Excellent influencing, written, and verbal communication skills.
Initiative: Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
Financial Acumen: Strong numerical and budgeting skills with the ability to leverage CMMS for maintenance efficiencies.
Continuous Improvement: Experience implementing best practices with a focus on operational excellence and efficiency.

Why Apply?

• Competitive salary and benefits package

• Opportunity to work in a leading manufacturing facility

• Career growth and development in a fast-paced environment

• Inclusive and supportive work culture

If you're an experienced Senior Maintenance Manager looking for your next challenge, we’d love to hear from you!
Apply now through Force Recruitment or contact us for more details.