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I further attest that all information I submit in my employment application is true to the best of my knowledge. **Job Description** **JOB PURPOSE** Reporting to the Facilities & Utilities Manager, the Lead Engineering Technician is responsible for: + Providing leadership and management to the Engineering Technician team for all maintenance activities related to Utilities & Facilities at TILGC. + Being available for on-call / call-out duties according to a predefined rota, if required. **How You Will Contribute** : + Work flexibly within the Engineering Department and in cooperation with other departments. + Promote teamwork within the Facilities & Utilities team and across TILGC. + Perform HR-related responsibilities, including: + Regular 1:1 meetings with team members. + Execution of the site performance management program via Workday. + Time and leave management via TMS. + Ensure full compliance of team members with EHS procedures and practices. **Maintenance & Operations** + Act as Key Point of Contact (KPOC) for contractors performing equipment maintenance or upgrade works, including permit coordination. + Ensure that team members and contractors follow procedures for high-risk activities (e.g., Confined Space, LOTO). + Support prompt reporting of safety events and investigations to ensure corrective actions are implemented. + Execute Lock Out Tag Out procedures according to established processes. + Use CMMS to record maintenance activities in compliance with regulatory and cGMP requirements. + Manage preventive and corrective work orders using SAP-PM. + Provide daily maintenance activity reporting at tier meetings, ensuring timely communication of issues. **Technical Responsibilities** + Develop and maintain strong understanding of site utilities including refrigeration, compressed air, boilers, chillers, VOC system, generators, solvent tank farms, electric boiler, and thermal oxidizer. + Support continuous improvement within the AGILE program. + Assist in developing and optimizing maintenance plans for critical site utilities in a cGMP environment. + Participate in safety and environmental training programs and follow all safe work practices. + Ensure team compliance with site procedures and policies. + Participate in and support cross-functional training initiatives. + Develop and nurture strong working relationships with all internal stakeholders. **GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES** + Participate fully in cross-functional training initiatives. + Promote the corporate values of Takeda-ism within the workplace. + Foster a safety-focused culture across the site. + Ensure timely reporting of accidents and near misses in Beacon. + Complete all SOP reading, training, and assessments within required timelines. + Support identification of value-capture opportunities to improve department efficiency. + Perform other duties assigned by the Manager or designated Officer. **What You Bring to Takeda** : + Trade qualification. + Minimum: Electrical or Fitter apprenticeship with at least 5 years of experience in a similar industry. **RELEVANT EXPERIENCE** + Minimum 3–5 years of experience in the pharmaceutical or similar industry post-qualification. + Proven ability to manage a small team and collaborate across functional areas. + Experience operating and/or maintaining utility systems. + Contractor management experience is an advantage. **SKILLS & COMPETENCIES** + Proven high performance and results orientation. + Ability to sustain best practices and drive continuous improvement. + Interest in continuous improvement methodologies. + Experience with SAP-PM is an advantage. + Proficiency in Microsoft Office. + Strong interpersonal skills. + Ability to work independently and as part of a team. + Quality-focused mindset with strong patient orientation. **What you can look forward to with us:** + Competitive Salary: Including performance-based bonuses. + Retirement Plan: Employer contributions to your retirement plan. + Comprehensive Insurance: Employer-funded private medical insurance with dependants’ cover, life insurance, and flexible options like dental insurance, partner life insurance, and serious illness protection. + Electric Charging Points: Available at parking locations. + Employee Assistance Program: Support for personal and professional challenges. + Wellbeing and Engagement: Dedicated teams to support your wellbeing. + Family-Friendly Policies: Supportive policies for a balanced work-life. + Generous Vacation: 26 vacation days plus additional days for service milestones and humanitarian volunteering leave. + Development Opportunities: Coaching, mentoring, educational programs, and formal training. + Subsidized Canteen: Enjoy meals at a reduced cost. + Flexible Benefits: Options like fuel card, bike to work, commuter ticket, and insurance deals. **More about us:** At Takeda, we are transforming patient care through the development of novel specialty pharmaceuticals and best in class patient support programs. Takeda is a patient-focused company that will inspire and empower you to grow through life-changing work. Certified as a Global Top Employer, Takeda offers stimulating careers, encourages innovation, and strives for excellence in everything we do. We foster an inclusive, collaborative workplace, in which our teams are united by an unwavering commitment to deliver Better Health and a Brighter Future to people around the world. **Empowering our people to shine:** Takeda is proud in its commitment to creating a diverse workforce and providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, parental status, national origin, age, disability, citizenship status, genetic information or characteristics, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you are interested in this opportunity, we look forward to receiving your application via our online tool! **Locations** Grange Castle, Ireland **Worker Type** Employee **Worker Sub-Type** Regular **Time Type** Full time