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Technical Manager Manufacturing / Engineering Leadership A fantastic opportunity has arisen for an experienced Technical Manager to join a fast-paced, automated light manufacturing environment. This role is ideal for a results-driven leader with a passion for high-speed, high-complexity packaging systems, equipment reliability, and team development. The Technical Managerwill lead the technical function to optimise performance across multiple manufacturing lines, overseeing maintenance strategies, resource planning, and continuous improvement initiatives to ensure maximum uptime and efficiency. Location: Meath Sector: Manufacturing / Engineering Type: Permanent, Full-Time Salary: Competitive Responsibilities: Maintenance & Asset Management Oversee and continuously improve preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance programmes across all production and packaging machinery. Ensure high levels of equipment reliability and availability in a fast-paced, OEE-driven environment. Optimise the use of CMMS software (e.g., Maintain X) for accurate tracking, scheduling, and reporting of maintenance activities. Ensure all plant equipment and utilities (mechanical, electrical, instrumentation) operate safely, efficiently, and in compliance with standards. Team Leadership & Organisational Development Build, lead, and develop a high-performing technical team focused on results, safety, and data-driven decision-making. Adapt team structures to meet the evolving demands of high-speed operations. Foster a culture of technical excellence, accountability, and continuous learning across all shifts. Budget & Resource Planning Develop, manage, and control annual maintenance budgets (CAPEX/OPEX) including labour, spare parts, and external services. Forecast and allocate resources effectively based on production requirements and equipment lifecycle stages. Drive cost optimisation without compromising reliability or performance. Strategic Planning & Project Delivery Lead planning and execution of major equipment upgrades, installations, and overhauls. Collaborate with production, engineering, and quality teams to align maintenance and technical strategies with business priorities. Support capital investment planning and infrastructure development projects. Continuous Improvement & Root Cause Analysis Lead data-driven Root Cause Analysis (RCA) initiatives across multiple production platforms to eliminate chronic failures and inefficiencies. Utilise CMMS data, downtime analysis, and sensor analytics to identify patterns and improve Mean Time Between Failures (MTBF) and Mean Time To Repair (MTTR). Implement effective corrective and preventive actions (CAPAs) and drive measurable CI initiatives such as TPM, Lean, or Six Sigma. Establish clear KPIs and monitor technical performance to sustain long-term improvement. Requirements: Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, Industrial Engineering, or a related technical field. Minimum 5 years experience in a technical or maintenance management role within a manufacturing environment, ideally involving high-speed automated packaging systems. Proven track record in developing, leading, and motivating multi-shift technical teams. Strong expertise in mechanical systems, automated machinery, and process optimisation. Demonstrated experience applying data-driven problem solving, RCA, and Lean/CI methodologies to improve equipment reliability. Proficient in reading technical drawings, process flow diagrams, and machine operation manuals. Strong analytical ability, confident using CMMS data, downtime analysis tools, and reporting platforms such as Excel, Power BI, or MES systems. Experience with control systems (PLCs, sensors, HMIs). Exposure to regulated or standards-based industries such as food, beverage, packaging, consumer goods, or medical devices. Strong facilitation, technical documentation, and presentation skills. For more information, please apply through the link provided for the attention of Barry Forde or email If you are interested in finding out more about the above role and would like to be considered other suitable roles that we may have available for your skill set please attach your CV via the link provided Please submit your updated CV in Word Format If you are living in Ireland and hold a valid work permit, we would love to hear from you, if however, you do not hold a valid work permit unfortunately we will not be in a position to assist you with your job search. Osborne are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. #INDOSB1 #INDBFORDE
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Company: Osborne Recruitment
Position: Technical manager
Work Location: Meath
Country: IE
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