Equipment Manager - Gas Analysis
About this role
Company Description
SGS Gas Analysis Services is part of the SGS Group, the world’s leading testing, inspection and certification company, with a global network spanning over 100 countries. As a specialist division, SGS Gas Analysis Services provides expert analytical testing and consultancy services to clients across all sectors.
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced and hands-on Equipment Manager to lead our gas analysis equipment function at SGS GAS. This is a key technical leadership role where you will oversee the full lifecycle of a diverse fleet of advanced gas analysers—from acquisition and commissioning through to calibration, maintenance, and eventual replacement.
You’ll play a central role in ensuring operational excellence while also contributing to cutting-edge, revenue-generating projects in emerging areas such as Carbon Capture and advanced emissions monitoring.
Job Description
What You’ll Be Doing
- Leading and developing the Equipment, Shipping & Receiving team
- Managing all aspects of equipment lifecycle: procurement, validation, calibration, maintenance, and obsolescence
- Owning and optimising maintenance and CAPEX budgets
- Driving performance of outsourced calibration and maintenance contracts
- Providing technical expertise and support to field teams and global affiliates
- Delivering chargeable technical training across the SGS network
- Supporting and delivering specialised global customer contracts
- Ensuring compliance, traceability, and adherence to quality standards
- Managing critical spare parts, stock, and shipping logistics (including IATA compliance)
- Leading continuous improvement and ensuring SGS remains at the forefront of new gas testing technologies
What You’ll Be Working With
You’ll be responsible for a highly specialised and diverse equipment portfolio, including:
- Gas Chromatographs (lab & portable)
- FTIR systems
- Oxygen, moisture & NDIR analysers
- Particle counters and environmental monitoring equipment
- Sampling systems and gas cylinders
- Autoclaves, lab equipment and more
Qualifications
What We’re Looking For
- Strong experience in a similar technical or equipment management role
- Proven expertise in gas analyser maintenance or manufacturing (essential)
- Established relationships with analyser manufacturers (advantage)
- A hands-on, problem-solving mindset with a willingness to “get stuck in”
- Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
- Ability to lead, coach and develop technical teams
- Excellent communication skills and a collaborative approach
- A natural curiosity for emerging technologies and innovation in gas analysis
Additional Information
Why Join SGS GAS?
- Be part of a global leader in testing, inspection and certification
- Work with cutting-edge technologies in a niche and growing sector
- Play a key role in innovative projects, including carbon capture
- Gain exposure to international clients and global operations
- Join a team that values technical excellence, integrity, and continuous improvement
Please note this is an on-site position, and applicants must be presently authorised to work in Ireland.
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