About the role
You will lead the site’s energy management programme in line with ISO 50001 standards,
support GMP manufacturing operations, and work cross-functionally to improve site
performance, reduce costs, and ensure compliance with EHS and regulatory requirements.
Key Responsibilities
● Lead and develop direct reports, fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
● Manage day-to-day maintenance and upkeep of facilities and utilities to support GMP manufacturing operations.
● Lead the site Energy Management Programme in accordance with ISO 50001 to maximise energy efficiency, reduce energy consumption, and meet site and corporate objectives.
● Develop, implement, and track facilities, utilities, and energy KPIs.
● Prepare, monitor, and manage energy budgets, including electricity, gas, and water consumption, as well as commercial and NPI-related costs.
● Review facility and plant performance to identify opportunities to improve reliability, reduce downtime, and enhance operational efficiency.
● Analyse data, prepare reports, and make recommendations to improve site facilities and plant operations.
● Identify, initiate, and deliver projects that improve efficiency and/or reduce operating costs.
● Lead and support the site Energy Team, including audit preparation, compliance, and energy improvement initiatives.
● Monitor utility and energy usage across the site to identify significant energy aspects, impacts, and opportunities for reduction.
● Ensure energy considerations are integrated into capital planning, procurement, change control, and equipment operation, calibration, and maintenance.
● Manage Facility, Utility and Energy-related contracts, including soft services, pest control, cleaning, access control, and key systems.
● Act as the Business Continuity Coordinator for Facilities BC activities.
● Represent the site on relevant global communities of practice.
● Promote energy awareness across the organisation and support internal and external communication relating to the energy management system.
● Support site reporting requirements, including updates to Corporate EIIS, EHS reporting, and SEAI submissions.
● Ensure adherence to EHS, GMP, company policies, procedures, and applicable regulatory requirements.
Qualifications
● Relevant third-level qualification in engineering, facilities management, energy management, or a related discipline, or equivalent relevant experience gained in the pharmaceutical industry.
● 7+ years experience in facilities, utilities, energy management, or engineering within a pharmaceutical, manufacturing, or regulated environment.
● Previous experience managing a team ideally in a matrixed environment.
● Strategic mindset with the ability to set strategic direction of the team.
● Experience managing preventative maintenance programmes, utility systems, and energy efficiency initiatives
● Proven ability to lead cross-functional initiatives and manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment..
● Must have strong CMMS experience and high level of computer literacy – Excel, Word and Powerpoint.
● Demonstrated experience in budget management, KPI tracking, and operational improvement delivery.
● Strong knowledge of ISO 50001, GMP, and EHS requirements.
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