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Dir) for our site in Ballydine, Co. Tipperary, with responsibility for all maintenance related activities for the API IPT and its equipment. You will lead a high performing maintenance team that is focused on talent development, capability build and growth mindsets. The successful candidate will ensure effective maintenance planning & scheduling to deliver high asset availability, meet compliance expectations and effective cost management.\nBallydine is the primary Drug Substance commercialisation hub within the network, where new processes are scaled and transitioned to commercial manufacture. The site supports clinical and commercial API supply and the transfer of processes and technologies across internal manufacturing sites and external partners.\nRole Profile\nPlanning and scheduling of all planned maintenance work activities (PM & CM) for facilities and equipment to achieve optimum levels of maintenance planning.\nExecution and close-out of all maintenance activities\nPM program development / optimisation for equipment.\nInvestigation and closure of all PM deviations and equipment related deviations.\nManagement of Engineering expense expenditure (routine & non-routine).\nMaintenance input into the site capital plan.\nMaintenance interface for all API IPT projects executed by the Site Projects Group (priority, scope, design/safety reviews, acceptance etc.).\nMaintenance input into shutdown planning process and subsequent coordination.\nSubject matter expertise on assigned equipment systems.\nAccountable for delivering high asset uptime through effective maintenance while also meeting PM/Calibration compliance requirements. Reports Engineering metrics and any action plans to address gaps.\nWorking with the Reliability and Systems Lead drive continuous improvement through Model Area and digital solutions. Leverage MPS tools i.e. Model Area, Kata, 8 step problem solving & 5S.\nResponsible for ensuring that there are sufficient and effective resources available from within the group to meet business needs and is accountable for managing maintenance labour cost and repairs & spares spend.\nAccountable for ensuring that API asset management is performed in compliance with cGMP, Environmental, Labour, Industrial Health, and Safety regulations. The API Maintenance Lead is the topic owner for PM/Calibration.\nResponsible for ensuring all compliance related deviations are investigated and addressed in a timely manner.\nPrepares the Maintenance budget to support the API IPT. Monitors performance against budget targets and manages performance within profit plan. Responsible for the financial governance of Maintenance executed capital projects.\nMember of the Engineering Leadership Team to provide governance of the overall site Engineering Standards. Undertakes other activities, as directed by the Engineering Lead (e.g. site cross-functional teams etc).\nYour profile\nHonours Degree in Engineering, Science, or equivalent post trade qualification & experience\nBroad Multi-Functional Experience\nMinimum 5 years’ experience in an engineering or maintenance environment\nDemonstrated knowledge of Operational Excellence & Asset Reliability Principles\nGood knowledge of Safety & Environmental legislation\nStrong Unit Operation and Plant Equipment knowledge\nLeadership & Organisation Skills\nFocused on diversity and inclusion.\nFosters a growth mindset.\nFocused on capability build i.e. MPS & technical.\nFosters Teamwork & Collaboration\nResults-Oriented\nExcellent communication skills, both written and oral\nDemonstrated ability in Planning and Scheduling\nStructured problem solving\nFocused on customer service\nConflict resolution\nJudgement and Decision Making\nPromotes good Work/Life balance.\nWe keep the patient at the very heart of all that we do and strive to find solutions and treatments for some of the world’s most challenging healthcare needs. We are proud to be a company that embraces the value of bringing talented and committed people together. The fastest way to breakthrough innovation is when ideas come together in an inclusive environment.\nSo, if you are ready to:\nInvent solutions to meet unmet healthcare needs, Impact the future by driving one of the world’s leading healthcare companies, and inspire your team to reach their full potential and push the boundaries of science and technology, please apply today.\nAdditional location(s) Compensation Information:\nRequired Skills:\nCapital Projects, Capital Projects, Cost Management, Cross-Cultural Awareness, Driving Continuous Improvement, Engineering Leadership, Engineering Principle, Engineering Standards, Estimation and Planning, Facilities Construction, GMP Operations, Health Safety Regulations, Interpersonal Relationships, Maintenance Management, Maintenance Planning, Maintenance Planning Software, Manufacturing Quality Control, Manufacturing Scale-Up, Mentoring Staff, People Leadership, Regulatory Issues, Talent Development, Talent Management, Teamwork, Technical Calculations {+ 2 more}Preferred Skills:\nCurrent Employees apply HERE\nCurrent Contingent Workers apply HERE\nSearch Firm Representatives Please Read Carefully\nMerck & Co., Inc., Rahway, NJ, USA, also known as Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC, Rahway, NJ, USA, does not accept unsolicited assistance from search firms for employment opportunities. All CVs / resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at our company without a valid written search agreement in place for this position will be deemed the sole property of our company. No fee will be paid in the event a candidate is hired by our company as a result of an agency referral where no pre-existing agreement is in place. Where agency agreements are in place, introductions are position specific. Please, no phone calls or emails.\nEmployee Status:\nRegularRelocation:\nVISA Sponsorship:\nTravel Requirements:\nFlexible Work Arrangements:\nNot ApplicableShift:\nValid Driving License:\nHazardous Material(s):\nJob Posting End Date:\n11/7/2026*A job posting is effective until 11:59:59PM on the day BEFORE the listed job posting end date. 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