Ross Keyes

Principal Recruitment Consultant, Life Sciences & Engineering

I am a Principal Recruitment Consultant on the Technical desk within the Engineering team at Sigmar Recruitment, based in our Galway office. Bringing over a decade of professional experience across technical engineering, recruitment, and business management, I am highly adept at evaluating complex technical requirements and matching specialist talent. 

My background combines an engineering qualification with business and HR qualifications from Technological University of the Shannon, allowing me to understand both the operational demands of hiring managers and the career drivers of candidates.

 I manage the full recruitment lifecycle, partnering closely with clients across the West and North-West of Ireland to deliver precise, high-impact permanent placements.


Specialist Areas :

I specialise in the permanent recruitment of engineering and technical professionals across regulated industries, typically sourcing for the following roles:

  • Maintenance & Automation: Maintenance Engineers, Electrical Engineers, Controls Engineers, and PLC/SCADA Specialists.
  • Precision & Tooling: Toolmakers, CNC Machinists, and Precision Engineers.
  • Facilities & Utilities: Facilities Engineers, Utilities Specialists, Commissioning Engineers, and Materials/Production Support.
  • Metrology & Calibration: Metrology Specialists and Calibration Technicians.