Electrical & Instrumentation Maintenance Technician.

Jones Engineering

The Role

Overview

Maintain and troubleshoot electrical/instrumentation systems in a GMP pharma plant.

Key Responsibilities

  • cmms documentation
  • fault troubleshooting
  • equipment calibration
  • routine maintenance
  • root cause
  • compliance

Tasks

- Identify opportunities for equipment reliability improvements and cost savings. - Participate in audits and inspections, providing technical input and documentation as needed. - Ensure all work is carried out in compliance with site SOPs, GMP, and safety regulations. - Support implementation of site-wide capability frameworks and upskilling initiatives. - Complete documentation (e.g., CMMS, logbooks, work orders) to required standards. - Participate in daily shift handovers and weekly team meetings. - Contribute to root cause analysis and corrective/preventive actions (CAPAs). - Work closely with cross-functional teams including mechanical technicians, operations, and quality. - Troubleshoot faults and carry out repairs to minimize downtime. - Support equipment calibrations, validations, and changeovers. - Maintain accurate records of work performed in line with GMP and ALCOA+ principles. - Support training and mentoring of junior technicians where applicable. - Perform routine and reactive maintenance on electrical and instrumentation systems.

Requirements

  • cleanroom
  • trade qualification
  • calibration
  • electrical
  • cmms
  • 3+ years

What You Bring

- Experience with cleanroom environments and aseptic processes. - Recognized Electrical or Instrumentation Trade Qualification (e.g., QQI Level 6 or equivalent). -Completion of calibrations and experience with Instrumentation - Strong communication and problem-solving skills. - Minimum 3 years’ experience in a maintenance role within a GMP/pharmaceutical environment. - Strong understanding of electrical systems, instrumentation, and control systems. - Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced, regulated environment. - Knowledge of EHS standards and participation in safety audits. We are seeking a qualified Electrical & Instrumentation (E&I) Maintenance Technician to join our pharmaceutical manufacturing team. The successful candidate will support the safe, compliant, and efficient operation of electrical and instrumentation systems across the site, ensuring adherence to GMP standards and contributing to continuous improvement initiatives. - Flexibility to work across shifts and respond to out-of-hours callouts if required. - Familiarity with CMMS systems (e.g., SAP, Maximo) and GMP documentation practices.

Benefits

We are a leading engineering services company with a proven track record of high quality, customer focused project delivery for over 130 years. Our core divisions include Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Sprinkler and Fire Protection. Some of the other services we provide include Waste to Energy (BioEnergy), Specialist Lift, Off Site Fabrication, Technical Support Services, Maintenance, Asset Management, BIM (Building Information Modelling) and Geo-Surveying. We offer competitive salaries, financial support for further training, Continuous Professional Development (CPD) leading to chartered status, performance incentives and the ability to progress your career with a world class engineering contractor. We offer a competitive salary package commensurate with experience and qualifications. In addition, you will have the opportunity to work in a dynamic and supportive environment, collaborating with industry leaders and contributing to a sustainable future. Our Company values work-life balance and encourages professional growth through training and development programs. Agency assistance not required.

The Company

About Jones Engineering

-Delivers full‑scope engineering contracting—mechanical, electrical, fire protection, and building services—across diverse markets. -Operates flagship subsidiaries across Europe and the Middle East, including entities in UK, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Finland, and more. -Regularly works with world‑leading multinationals, delivering safe, on‑time, high‑standard installations within budget. -Maintains innovation via in‑house LEAN training programs and black/green/yellow‑belt certified staff. -Unusual fact: a 50/50 joint venture in bioenergy (Jones Celtic BioEnergy) extends its reach into renewable power. -Exports its expertise globally, underpinned by a century‑plus history and diversified engineering specialisms.

Sector Specialisms

Mechanical

Electrical

Fire Protection

Public Sector

Office

Life Science

Industrial HVAC

Process Pipework

Power & Energy

Building Services

Commercial HVAC

Pharmaceutical

Logistics Distribution Centre/Warehouse

Maintenance/Shutdowns