We are the people who give possibilities purpose
BD is one of the largest global medical technology companies in the world. Advancing the world of health™ is our Purpose, and it’s no small feat. It takes the imagination and passion of all of us—from design and engineering to the manufacturing and marketing of our billions of MedTech products per year—to look at the impossible and find transformative solutions that turn dreams into possibilities.
Job Description
Join BD and help keep our site running at its best!
At BD, we are committed to advancing the world of health. As a Facilities Technician at our Enniscorthy site, you will play a key role in ensuring our facilities, utilities, and building systems operate safely, efficiently, and optimally.
This is an excellent opportunity for a practical and proactive individual who enjoys hands-on maintenance work, problem solving, and working as part of a collaborative team. Collaborating with the Facilities Manager, you will assist in the daily operation of the site. You will work closely with colleagues, contractors, and external service providers to maintain a safe and well-maintained working environment.
What you'll enjoy about this role:
A varied and hands-on position where no two days are the same.
Opportunities to develop your technical skills across an extensive variety of facilities and utility systems.
Exposure to engineering projects, equipment installations, and continuous improvement activities.
Working within a supportive team environment focused on safety, quality, and operational excellence.
The opportunity to contribute to a site that supports the manufacture of products that make a difference to patients around the world.
Responsibilities Include:
In the role of Facilities Technician, you will support the maintenance and upkeep of a wide range of building services and site infrastructure, including:
Carrying out routine site inspections and day-to-day checks across electrical, mechanical, and overall facility systems.
Supporting the maintenance of facilities by managing heating, ventilation, air conditioning, refrigeration, plumbing, water treatment, air filtration, fire systems, and electrical systems.
Assisting with fault finding, troubleshooting, and practical repair work throughout the site.
Coordinating with contractors and suppliers to ensure planned maintenance, servicing, and calibration activities are completed on schedule.
Supporting contractor management activities and ensuring all work is completed in line with site Health & Safety requirements and GMP standards.
Maintaining accurate maintenance records and equipment information within the CMMS system.
Supporting preventative maintenance programmes and ensuring schedules remain up to date.
Participating in facility improvement projects alongside engineers, technicians, and multi-functional teams.
Assisting with equipment qualifications, validations, and facility inspections when required.
Supporting site access management, including access badge administration and replacements.
Contributing to the upkeep of site buildings, grounds, and external spaces as required.
Skills and Experience Required:
Understanding of mechanical, electrical, or general building systems.
Strong hands-on approach to maintenance and problem solving.
Good communication and teamwork skills.
Ability to prioritise tasks and recognise when issues need to be escalated.
Basic to intermediate computer skills for recording maintenance activities and completing reports.
Trade qualification or technical certification would be beneficial
Previous experience in facilities, maintenance, utilities, or a technical support role.
Knowledge of building services such as lighting, HVAC, fire systems, plumbing, or building fabric maintenance.
This role involves working across a variety of indoor and outdoor areas, including manufacturing facilities, cleanrooms, warehouses, plant areas, and site grounds. The position requires regular walking, standing,…