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Head of Global Engineering Steriles Operations

Northern Cross, Dublin, IrelandFull-time2026-10-26 → 2026-11-10

Core

Provide strategic leadership for engineering, facilities, utilities, projects, and capacity expansion across the Steriles (Injectables and respiratory) manufacturing network to ensure compliant, reliable, and cost-effective operations.

Role type

Senior leadership IC (Head of Global Engineering Steriles Operations)

Builds

Sterile pharmaceutical manufacturing facilities, utilities, and production capacity

Domain

Healthcare / Pharmaceutical Manufacturing

Required skills

Strategic planning, capital management, Lean/Operational Excellence, GMP compliance, project management, budget management, team mentorship, regulatory inspection support

Preferred skills

Digital transformation, automation initiatives, standardization of engineering practices

Technologies

Isolator filling lines, device assembly lines, engineering systems

Responsibilities

Lead engineering, facilities, utilities, and capital project activities across sterile manufacturing locations; Drive Lean/Operational Excellence and Digital transformation to optimize asset performance and expenses; Manage CAPEX and OPEX budgets; Lead capacity expansion, plant upgrades, and automation initiatives; Mentor and develop engineering teams through coaching and succession planning.

Seniority

Senior, strategic leadership