Job Title: Site Reliability Engineer (Pharmaceutical Industry)
Contract: 12 months with the potential of becoming permanent
Location: Westport, County Mayo, Ireland
Salary: €30 - 40 per hour
REF Code: DES-1033

OVERVIEW

We are seeking an experienced Reliability Engineer for a global pharmaceutical client in Westport. The role focuses on continuous improvement to reduce equipment and utility-related risk and ensure engineering compliance. Supports the Maintenance Excellence Programme (MEP) by targeting critical assets for optimisation and performance improvement.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Engineering degree with 3+ years’ experience, or trade qualification with 6+ years in engineering.
• Strong IT skills.
• Proven problem-solving ability under pressure.
• Innovative thinker with attention to detail and compliance.
• Results-driven, with a commitment to quality.
• High integrity and strong work ethic.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Supports the principles of Perfect Performance.
  To discuss this role in more detail, contact Corné at 094 9316002 or corne@dillones.ie for a confidential discussion

• Embed MEP principles into site culture.
• Develop and maintain compliant equipment maintenance procedures.
• Monitor equipment and systems performance.
• Track, analyse, and improve key MEP KPIs (asset utilisation, maintenance costs, compliance, schedule).
• Apply methods to reduce failure likelihood in site systems.
• Use predictive maintenance tools and technologies.
• Conduct RCFA, RCM, FMEA, FTA, and PM optimisation.
• Train staff on reliability processes and the impact of their roles.
• Review work orders, support planners, and promote preventive maintenance.
• Analyse failure trends and develop long-term solutions.
• Review maintenance/install plans; define reliability specs for new equipment.
• Contribute to department targets and conduct internal audits.
• Support external audits and ensure safety standards are met.
• Use Maximo (CMMS) proficiently.
• Manage Engineering Change Control to avoid non-conformances.
• Share knowledge and actively contribute to team performance.