Permanent Location: Wednesday 02 Sep 2026 09:00 Job Overview To manage the days-based engineering team, including Maintenance Engineers and Controls Engineers, ensuring the safe, reliable, and compliant operation of manufacturing equipment and automation systems. Reporting to the Engineering & Maintenance Site Lead, the role is responsible for the effective delivery of maintenance activities, technical support, reliability improvement, and continuous improvement initiatives to maximise equipment performance and support manufacturing operations. Main Activities/Tasks Ensure effective planning, execution, and completion of preventative, predictive, and corrective maintenance activities to maximise equipment availability.
Provide technical leadership and support for manufacturing, utilities, and facilities, ensuring engineering support meets production requirements. Drive continuous improvement initiatives to improve equipment performance, reduce downtime, and optimise maintenance effectiveness.
Lead reliability improvement activities including Root Cause Analysis, Failure Mode and Effects Analysis, and implementation of corrective and preventive actions Develop maintenance strategies, PM programmes, asset care plans, and reliability initiatives to improve equipment lifecycle performance. Ensure full compliance with GMP, change control, data integrity, validation requirements, and company engineering standards.
Manage resources, work prioritisation, contractor activities, and maintenance planning to support site operational requirements. Provide technical expertise during equipment installation, commissioning, qualification, and operational handover. Develop procedures, SOPs, maintenance documentation, and equipment records to ensure audit readiness and regulatory compliance. Coach, develop, and performance manage engineering personnel, fostering a culture of safety, accountability, technical excellence, and continuous improvement.
Manage engineering-related investigations, deviations, CAPAs, and audit actions within agreed timescales. Support budget planning and control for maintenance activities, engineering services, spare parts, and reliability improvement initiatives. Essential Criteria: Degree (or equivalent experience) in Mechanical, Electrical, Automation or related Engineering discipline.
Proven experience leading engineering or maintenance teams (minimum 5 years) within a regulated manufacturing environment. Working knowledge of GMP, Health & Safety, change control and engineering compliance. Competent in Microsoft Office and CMMS. Experience within pharmaceutical or life sciences manufacturing.
Knowledge of PLCs, SCADA or industrial automation systems. Duration: Permanent Location: Applicants must be able to provide proof that they have a right to work in the UK We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of a Visa at this time.
Benefits:
Free life assurance Pension salary sacrifice scheme with 5% employer contribution Healthcare cash plan 32 days annual leave (increasing with length of service) Wedding leave Enhanced Maternity / Paternity Pay Company Sick Pay Subsidised Canteen Facilities FREE On-site parking Cycle to Work Scheme Tech Purchase Scheme Free Will-Writing Service Employee perks/discounts scheme Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) Employee well-being initiatives Employee recognition scheme Career development opportunities To Apply Please forward your CV via the APPLY Now button below.
Engineering Manager - Planning in Newry employer: Norbrook
Norbrook Laboratories Limited is an exceptional employer located in Newry, offering a supportive work culture that prioritises employee well-being and development. With benefits such as a generous annual leave policy, enhanced maternity/paternity pay, and career growth opportunities, employees are encouraged to thrive both personally and professionally. The company also fosters a sense of community through initiatives like the Employee Assistance Programme and various employee recognition schemes, making it a rewarding place to work.
