Electrical & Instrumentation Apprentice

At Johnson & Johnson, we believe health is everything. Our strength in healthcare innovation empowers us to build a world where complex diseases are prevented, treated, and cured, where treatments are smarter and less invasive, and solutions are personal. Through our expertise in Innovative Medicine and MedTech, we are uniquely positioned to innovate across the full spectrum of healthcare solutions today to deliver the breakthroughs of tomorrow, and profoundly impact health for humanity. Learn more at jnj.com.

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About Innovative Medicine

Our expertise in Innovative Medicine is informed and inspired by patients, whose insights fuel our science-based advancements. Visionaries like you work on teams that save lives by developing the medicines of tomorrow.

Join us in developing treatments, finding cures, and pioneering the path from lab to life while championing patients every step of the way.

Learn more at https://www.jnj.com/innovative-medicine

We are searching for the best talents for the 4 years Electrical & Instrumentation Apprentice roles to be in Cork, Ireland.

Purpose: The apprenticeships will provide the opportunity for the suitable candidate to become fully qualified in the relevant discipline through a mixture of on-site work experience and off-site block release with SOLAS (previously FAS) through their Standards Based Apprenticeship Programme. The apprentices will be trained on a broad range of equipment and systems as used in a pharmaceutical production facility.

The Maintenance E&I Apprentice will develop the knowledge, skills and experience required to become a qualified Electrical and Instrumentation Technician within a pharmaceutical manufacturing environment. The apprentice will work alongside experienced maintenance personnel, gaining practical hands-on experience in the maintenance, calibration, troubleshooting and repair of site equipment and utilities while completing the formal educational requirements of the apprenticeship programme.

The role provides exposure to a wide range of electrical, instrumentation, automation and reliability activities within a highly regulated GMP environment.

This apprenticeship consists of four on-the-job phases with an approved employer and three off-the-job phases in an educational organization. Apprentices will be invited to attend their off-the-training phases in accordance with the SOLAS scheduling system.

Required Qualifications:

• Leaving Certificate with a pass in Math and English
• Interest in electrical and instrumentation activities and basic hands-on or practical proficiency.
• A positive mindset and eagerness to learn within the E&I trade, coupled with a strong foundation or interest in Mathematics, Physics, Engineering, Technical Drawing, Construction Studies, or Agricultural Science.

Joining our team means becoming part of a groundbreaking medical device operation within a Johnson & Johnson company that prioritizes continuous professional development and business improvement. We are passionate about our work and value our commitment to our customers and communities.

As part of our team, you will enjoy:

• Mentorship Programs: Dedicated support for your growth and development
• Global Impact: An opportunity to work with a market leader in the medical field
• Dynamic Environment: An inspiring workplace that fosters creativity and innovation
• Challenging Projects: Opportunities to tackle complex assignments
• Personal and Professional Growth: QQI Level 6 Advanced Certificate Craft – Electrical Instrumentation at the end of 4-years apprenticeship program
• Excellent Benefits: Including Pension, Healthcare, Bonus, and more!

At Johnson & Johnson, we want every candidate to feel supported throughout the hiring process. Our goal is to make the experience clear, fair, and respectful of your time.

Here’s what you can expect:

• Application review: We’ll carefully review your CV to see how your skills and experience align with the role.
• Getting to know you: If there’s a good match, you’ll be invited to a short call with one of our recruitment team to understand more about you and answer any questions that you might have.
• Staying informed: We know waiting can be hard and processes can evolve; our recruitment team will keep you updated and make sure you know what to expect at each step.
• Final steps: For successful candidates, you will need to complete country-specific checks before starting your new role. We will help guide you through these.

Finally, at the end of the process, we’ll invite you to share feedback in a short survey — your input helps us continue improving the experience for future candidates. Thank you for considering a career with Johnson & Johnson. We’re excited to learn more about you and wish you the best of luck in the process! #RPOEMEA

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