Applications close 17th March 2026.
Apprenticeship Description:
You will be involved in the installation, commissioning, testing and maintenance of various electrical systems and services on site that helps the manufacture of life saving medicines. You will maintain all equipment in accordance with Safety & Quality Excellence.You will carry out installation, maintenance and calibration of measuring instruments, sensors transmitting and controlling devices and systems.You will help the site maintain 100% compliance with Environmental, Safety, Legal, Regulatory, Corporate Policy and Intellectual Property StandardsWhat Pfizer Offer?
An opportunity to work for a fantastic company with a great on-site team.QQI Level 6 Advanced Certificate Craft.4-year Apprentice contract.This apprenticeship consists of four on-the-job phases and three off-the-job phases in an educational organisation.Excellent opportunities for sponsored further education.Highly competitive salary with benefits, bonus scheme, healthcare, pension, share scheme, on site gym, and a lot more!About You:
Completed or in the process of completing your Leaving Certificate. You will have a minimum of a Pass in Mathematics, English and any Technical/Science subject. Can demonstrate a keen interest in the discipline apprenticeship you are applying for in your application and during the selection process.Demonstrate Pfizer values: Excellence, Joy, Equity, CourageHow to Apply
Make a difference today, if you are interested in applying for these roles, go to our careers page Early Careers at Pfizer in Ireland | Pfizer Ireland We look forward to hearing from you!
Apprenticeship at Pfizer Ringaskiddy, Cork
Earn as you Learn
With a Pfizer Apprenticeship, you will earn as you learn, while building experience with a global leader.
Our apprenticeships mean your work will help deliver life-changing treatment to millions of people across the world. It means working for a company that believes in diversity, equity and excellence while protecting your work-life balance. It also means working with colleagues who take your ideas seriously and support your lifelong learning and development to achieve your true potential.
Our apprenticeship scheme runs for 4 years in partnership with Solus. With a Pfizer Apprenticeship, you’ll work with world-leaders in your field and study towards a nationally recognised professional qualification, all this while earning a highly competitive salary.
If you want an Apprenticeship that matters, you’ll find it at the Pfizer Ringaskiddy Active Pharmaceutical Ingredient (API) Manufacturing Site.
Pfizer Ringaskiddy
Active Pharmaceutical Ingredient (API) Site
Over 50 years ago, Pfizer led the way by becoming the first pharmaceutical multinational to locate in Ireland – opening its doors in Ringaskiddy in Cork in the summer of 1969. Since then, Pfizer in Cork has since grown to become one of the region’s biggest employers, and one of the largest pharmaceutical sector investors in the region.
Many of Pfizer’s leading and newest medicines are manufactured for global export from the Cork site. And with innovation as a core principle in Cork, we have succeeded in delivering new medicines to patients faster than ever before.
Pfizer Ringaskiddy produces and exports bulk pharmaceuticals from Pfizer’s pipeline. The site also scales up new products in co-operation with Pfizer Global Research and Development to ensure timely approval and launch of these new products to meet patient needs.
Pfizer Ringaskiddy is committed to delivering innovative, life-changing medicines, faster, to the patients that need them. We are driven to developing Cork as a centre of excellence and innovation with a clear purpose; to deliver Breakthroughs that change patients’ lives.
Additional Information
In order to be considered for this position in Ireland you need to be legally eligible to work in Ireland.
Please note there is no relocation support available for this position
How to apply
Make a difference today, all suitable candidates should apply with CV below. We are looking forward to hearing from you!
Purpose
Breakthroughs that change patients' lives... At Pfizer we are a patient centric company, guided by our four values: courage, joy, equity and excellence. Our breakthrough culture lends itself to our dedication to transforming millions of lives.
Digital Transformation Strategy
One bold way we are achieving our purpose is through our company wide digital transformation strategy. We are leading the way in adopting new data, modelling and automated solutions to further digitize and accelerate drug discovery and development with the aim of enhancing health outcomes and the patient experience.
Equal Employment Opportunity
We believe that a diverse and inclusive workforce is crucial to building a successful business. As an employer, Pfizer is committed to celebrating this, in all its forms – allowing for us to be as diverse as the patients and communities we serve. Together, we continue to build a culture that encourages, supports and empowers our employees.
Disability Inclusion
Our mission is unleashing the power of all our people and we are proud to be a disability inclusive employer, ensuring equal employment opportunities for all candidates. We encourage you to put your best self forward with the knowledge and trust that we will make any reasonable adjustments to support your application and future career. Your journey with Pfizer starts here!
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