UK&I Facilities & Engineering Manager
Location: Ireland (Cork/Dublin)
Duration: Full-time
Department: Facilities & Engineering
Reports to: UK&I MD, dotted line to Group Facilities & Engineering Director
Direct Reports: IE Facilities Lead
Company Overview:
Our client, a leading company in the facilities and engineering sector, is looking for an experienced Facilities & Engineering Manager to join their team. This role will be crucial in overseeing the compliance and maintenance of their existing facilities and equipment, including refrigeration systems, racking, MHE, and automation, as well as playing an active role in new development projects within the UK&I region.
Key Responsibilities:
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Facility Maintenance:
- Develop and deliver the regional maintenance capex plan, ensuring clear priorities and tracking progress.
- Lead the regional maintenance function, offering technical guidance and fostering collaboration between technical and operations teams.
- Manage external engineering services where necessary.
- Ensure compliance with legal and environmental regulations and maintain strong relationships with authorities.
- Drive the professionalisation of maintenance processes, including the rollout of an asset management tool and maintaining crucial documentation (e.g., asbestos, fire risk assessments, F-gas registers).
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Project Involvement:
- Collaborate with the central Solutions & Engineering team on facility designs for new developments, ensuring technical specifications for refrigeration, construction, racking, and automation are met.
- Lead the contractor selection process for large projects by developing detailed RFPs and analysing bids.
- Oversee the implementation of technical aspects of new projects, ensuring that best practices and standards are adhered to.
- Stay updated on the latest technological innovations in building design, refrigeration, automation, and controls.
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Energy Management:
- Lead the rollout of the Energy Management program within the cluster.
- Identify and drive energy-saving initiatives and opportunities for energy generation, developing investment proposals.
- Share best practices and foster a culture of continuous improvement across the Facilities & Engineering function.
Required Experience & Skills:
- Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a similar field.
- Over 10 years of experience in a risk-based maintenance and leadership role.
- Proven track record in delivering maintenance capital projects.
- Strong communication and analytical skills, with a solid ability to make informed decisions and manage projects.
- Experience in change management and the ability to set direction and secure support.
Personal Attributes:
- Ability to mentor and coach junior members of the technical team.
- Strong collaboration skills, with an appreciation for the company's heritage and a focus on expanding and professionalising processes.
- A flexible approach with the ability to balance remote work and travel to sites as needed.
Interested?
If you're passionate about facilities management, project delivery, and driving energy efficiency, this could be your next exciting challenge. Apply now to join a growing, forward-thinking company and play a pivotal role in shaping their UK&I operations.
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Please submit your CV along with a cover letter detailing your experience and why you're the perfect fit for this role.
