Job Description

Join Our Team at Smurfit Westrock!

Are you searching for a workplace that values you and your growth? At Smurfit Westrock, we're committed to sustainability, employee well-being, and personal development.

About Us

We are a global leader in sustainable paper and packaging. Our focus is on the health and safety of our employees, the well-being of our communities, and delivering exceptional service to our customers. We support our team members to reach their full potential in an inclusive environment that values diversity.

The Role

To support the Engineering Manager in developing strategies and procedures to ensure an effective engineering team. To improve reliability and functionality of all plant machinery, providing reactive cover and flexible shift pattern for plant outages and breakdowns. Supervisory cover and leadership of the engineers ensuring all statutory and local site policies and procedures are adhered to.


Organise, plan and complete PPM tasks in area of responsibility. Complete planned improvement tasks within area of responsibility. Support breakdowns and corrective tasks in other areas when emergencies arise. Assist with reactive maintenance as required. Share best practice within department and generating improvement ideas. Provide technical support and manpower for major projects. Supervise engineers, contractors and project activity. Provide cover for Shift Engineers within agreed guidelines. Ensure company H&S standards are adhered to on all tasks. Provide regular Engineering reports to Line Manager and Management Team. Budget maintenance spend to within annual plan requirements. Manage small CAPEX projects.

Key Deliverables

Budget control of engineering spend within area. Develop annual plan with Engineering Manager Prioritise daily / weekly area maintenance tasks. Allocation of area resource dependant on priorities. Manage small CAPEX projects. Develop training plan for direct reports. Liaise with both corrugator & conversion area managers. Ensure all H&S requirements within area are met. Planning holiday cover where required.

Knowledge & Experience

Experienced Engineer with hands on experience of working with multifaceted engineering team Ability to work independently and on own initiative within a pressurised environment Ability to adhere to tight deadlines Recognised Engineering qualification in either Electrical or Mechanical discipline Excellent time management and administration skills Clearly demonstrable supervisory skills and able to deal with employee issues Excellent interpersonal and communication skills Good practical working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel and Word Good attention to detail. Positive 'can do' attitude and champion of Health & Safety Ability to handle difficult situations with professionalism, empathy and objectivity Experience of coaching and mentoring a team towards improved capability and performance

What We Offer

Competitive salary & benefits, including annual leave, pension, and a Cycle to Work scheme Ongoing training and development opportunities 24/7 confidential support for you and your family Flexible working options and family-friendly policies Guaranteed interview for candidates meeting essential criteria (Disability Confident Employer)

Ready to make an impact? Apply today and help us build a sustainable future together.

Smurfit Westrock reserve the right to only shortlist candidates who meet both the Essential and Desirable Criteria.

We are an equal opportunities employer, and we welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their sex; religious or similar philosophical belief; political opinion; race; age; sexual orientation; or, whether they are married or are in a civil partnership; or, whether they are disabled; or whether they have undergone, are undergoing or intend to undergo gender reassignment.

We practice equality of opportunity in employment and select the best person for the job.