Job ref: RE280526Job type: PermanentLocation: NewryClosing date: Wednesday 10 Jun 2026 12:00Maintenance/Reliability EngineerJob OverviewThe Maintenance/Reliability Engineer will support a multi-disciplined team to optimise company assets in a cost-effective manner with effective trouble shooting techniques, development of planned maintenance and asset care programmes to deliver departmental Key Business Indicator's (KPI's). This role will require on-going engagement from all of the different departments and stakeholders which will involve significant people engagement as well as a good technical understanding of the facilities to ensure compliance with all appropriate legislative requirements.Main Activities/TaskEnsure compliance to Health and Safety and Environmental regulations and policies pertaining to the maintenance department.Ensure that all regulatory and audit requirements associated with the maintenance department are met.Management of 3rd party contractors ensuring risk assessments, method statements and all additional information is provided prior to commencement of work onsite.Ensure that Standard Operating Procedures (SOP's) are current, technically correct and up to date for engineering and maintenance activities.Manage and provide leadership to the maintenance department to ensure that facilities and systems are maintained to the highest standards therefore minimising downtime and maximising uptime of plant facilitiesOwnership of KPI's and reporting metrics for assets with maintenance management, track performance and be able to demonstrate improvements in asset uptime and reliability.Ensure that maintenance schedules are met and that all work carried out has been documented.Ensure performance of team workmanship standards are met to agreed standards.Implementation of all Norbrook HR policies and procedures relevant to team.Any other duties as deemed necessary by management.Essential Criteria:3rd level qualification in related technical disciplineMinimum of 5+ years post apprenticeship experience or 2 years post graduate experienceDemonstrate experience leading teams, coordination and planning and execution of workContinuous improvement mind-set, embraces change and creates a sense of urgency to deliver changeStrong computer skills and proficient in the use of Microsoft Office with the ability to generate reportsDesirable Criteria:Qualified in an electrical, electronic or mechanical or relevant discipline (City & Guilds, BTEC or Degree)IOSH or NEBOSH qualified or working towards5 + years supervisory or technical leadership experience in a manufacturing environmentAdditional Information:Applicants should be able to provide proof that they have a right to work in the UK at the time of their application. Applicants who are unable to provide this proof will not be considered.We regret that applications received after the closing date and time will not be accepted.Benefits:Free Life AssuranceCompany Pension SchemeHealthcare cash plan32 days annual leaveWedding LeaveCompany Sick PayEmployee well-being initiativesEmployee Assistance ProgrammeOn-site free parkingSubsidised Canteen FacilitiesEmployee Perks schemeEmployee Recognition schemeCareer development opportunitiesTo Apply Please forward your CV via the APPLY Now button below.WHJS1_NI