Maintenance Technician

Location: Waterford

About the job

At Sanofi, we’re committed to providing the next-gen healthcare that patients and customers need. The purpose of the Maintenance Technician is to carry out repair and maintenance tasks of all Process and/or Facilities Equipment, so as to achieve an acceptable level of production output in full compliance with Quality and Safety and cGMP Standards.

For more than 20 years, our Waterford team has continued to grow and diversify to serve patients around the world. Today, a team of almost 800 works together at a state-of-the-art biopharmaceutical and medical device campus. Recognized through multiple local and national awards, Sanofi Waterford offers flexible working and access to a world of opportunities to grow your career at one location. As well as attractive benefits, the team enjoy access to an onsite gym and medical centre that underpin a strong commitment to health and wellbeing.

Main responsibilities:

• To carry out repair and maintenance tasks of all Process and/or Facilities Equipment, so as to achieve an acceptable level of production output in full compliance with Quality and Safety and cGMP Standards.
• Input of data into Maintenance PM System including the operation of such systems.
• Working with one’s own initiative and assuming responsibility whenever the need arises.
• May be required to train others on all equipment, maintenance tasks, set up procedures and safety awareness.
• To operate and maintain all equipment, so as to achieve an acceptable level of production output.
• Complete all duties as per relevant SOPs.
• Adhere to all relevant dress requirements with respect to cGMPs and PPE rules.
• Conduct all maintenance duties in a safe manner and report all safety issues or concerns.
• Maintain the required standard of housekeeping in both the maintenance workshop/facilities area.
• Ensure all required documentation is completed accurately and on time.
• Ensure good time keeping and attendance at place of work.
• Support team in achieving team goals and targets.
• Attend team meetings as required.
• Actively contribute to continuous improvements across the plant.
• Support and back up of all maintenance teams i.e. facilities and manufacturing when required.
• Ensure correct and accurate communication of equipment issues/PMs/repairs including reporting of serious downtime (via email).
• Ensure compliance to cGMP at all times.

About you:

To excel in this role, you will need to have:

Essential requirements:

• 2 years’ experience of working as a Maintenance Technician in Pharmaceutical manufacturing environment.
• Extensive understanding of utilities or maintenance facilities.
• Experience with a preventative maintenance system.
• Competent in the operation and maintenance of pneumatic systems and fault-finding diagnostics.
• Full understanding of Health & Safety and legal requirements for the safe operation of the team.
• Good problem solving and analytical skills.
• Technical writing skills.
• Good knowledge of cGMP.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Understands site KPIs.

Why choose us?

Bring the miracles of science to life alongside a supportive, future-focused team. Discover endless opportunities to grow your talent and drive your career, whether it’s through a promotion or lateral move, at home or internationally. Enjoy a thoughtful, well-crafted rewards package that recognizes your contribution and amplifies your impact. Take good care of yourself and your family, with a wide range of health and wellbeing benefits including high-quality healthcare, prevention and wellness programs and at least 14 weeks’ gender-neutral parental leave.

Visas for those who do not already have the right to work in the UK will be considered on a case by case basis according to business needs and resources.