Equipment Maintenance Engineer – 4 on 4 off

Company: Merck Life Science
Apply for the Equipment Maintenance Engineer – 4 on 4 off
Location: Irvine
Job Description:

Role Overview

We have an exciting opportunity for a talented Equipment Maintenance Engineer to join our team in Irvine. You will be responsible for the maintenance of the site through planned and preventative maintenance, fault-finding at breakdowns, repairs, and execution of work generated through the site Computerised Maintenance Management System (CMMS). The role covers all production/process equipment, buildings, infrastructure, and grounds. It involves a 4 on 4 off shift pattern (2 days followed by 2 nights & 4 days off). This position offers great development through continuous training.

Key Responsibilities

  • Maintain site equipment through planned and preventative maintenance.
  • Conduct fault-finding at breakdowns.
  • Repair and execute work orders generated via CMMS.
  • Cover all production/process equipment, buildings, infrastructure, and grounds.
  • Adhere to a 4 on 4 off shift pattern.

Who You Are

  • Experience in Mechanical, Electrical, or Instrumentation engineering.
  • Completed a modern apprenticeship or equivalent to a minimum of HNC/SVQ level 3 in a relevant discipline.
  • Experience working with a planned preventative maintenance system.
  • Ability to fault-find and repair assets.

Preferred Experience

  • Working knowledge of Milling, Blending, HVAC, WFI, PW, and pure steam systems.
  • Ability to prioritise own workload with excellent attention to detail.
  • Strong ability to work as part of a multi-disciplined team with excellent written and oral communication.
  • Previous experience or knowledge of working in a cGMP environment.
  • Previous experience using SAP.
  • Yellow Belt training.

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Posted: July 9th, 2026