Gerard Quinn
About Gerard Quinn
Gerard Quinn is the Lead Utilities Engineer at Alkermes in Athlone, County Roscommon, Ireland, with extensive experience in facilities management and engineering.
Current Role at Alkermes
Gerard Quinn currently serves as the Lead Utilities Engineer at Alkermes in Athlone, County Roscommon, Ireland. He began this role in December 2020. His responsibilities include overseeing the utility systems crucial for the facility's operations. Alkermes is known for its pharmaceutical development and manufacturing, giving Gerard a pivotal role in maintaining the operational integrity of the plant.
Previous Experience at GSK
Before joining Alkermes, Gerard Quinn worked as a Facilities Manager at GSK in County Sligo, Ireland, from 2013 to 2017. During his four-year tenure, he managed the upkeep and improvement of the company’s physical infrastructure. His role required broad oversight of facilities operations to ensure optimal working conditions and compliance with industry standards.
Facilities Engineer Experience
Gerard Quinn has substantial experience as a Facilities Engineer. He held this position at Abbott Vascular for five years, from 2007 to 2012. Prior to that, he worked at Gerard Laboratories as a Facilities Engineer from 2002 to 2006. In these roles, he was responsible for maintaining engineering systems, ensuring they met both safety and efficiency standards in fast-paced pharmaceutical environments.
Motivational Speaker and Business Presentations Coach
Gerard Quinn has diversified his career by working as a Motivational Speaker and Business Presentations Coach. He provided these services in the Barcelona Area, Spain, for six months in 2012. This experience allowed him to develop strong communication and public speaking skills, contributing to his multi-faceted professional background.
Educational Background
Gerard Quinn studied Production Engineering at the University of Limerick, where he earned a Bachelor's degree after four years of study from 1998 to 2002. This formal education provided him with foundational knowledge and skills in engineering, paving the way for his extensive career in facility management and engineering roles. He also studied at C.B.S Mitchelstown prior to his university education.