Executive Director - Energy O&M

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  • Dublin
  • €130,000-145,000 per year
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 16 days ago
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Executive Director (Energy O&M)West Dublin€130k++ PackageA rare opportunity to lead and scale a newly established Energy Operations & Maintenance business at a pivotal stage of growth.The Director is tasked with the overall leadership, performance, safety, and commercial success of a newly formed Thermal O&M business. This role ensures the reliable operation and maximum availability of thermal generation assets,while maintaining statutory compliance. The Director is responsible for executing a strategic roadmap to expand into next-generation technologies, including battery storage (BESS), solar PV, CHP, hydrogen-ready systems, hybrid energy solutions and technology plus energy O&M.RoleThis is a high-impact leadership role with full responsibility for:Operational performance across thermal generation assetsCommercial success and full P&L ownershipBuilding a scalable O&M platform across multiple energy technologiesLeading the transition from traditional thermal operations to a diversified, future-focused energy businessYou will play a critical role in defining strategy, building capability, and establishing the organisation as a market-leading O&M provider.Key ResponsibilitiesLead safe, compliant, and high-performing plant operationsDeliver contractual KPIs across availability, reliability, and efficiencyOwn commercial performance, including contracts, margins, and growth strategyBuild and lead a high-calibre, multi-disciplinary engineering teamAct as senior interface with clients, regulators, and key stakeholdersDrive expansion into renewable and hybrid energy technologiesWe are seeking a proven senior leader with:
  • Extensive leadership experience in thermal generation operations (gas turbine, CHP, steam plant, diesel/recip engines, CCGT, biomass, WtE, etc.).
  • Strong knowledge of high-energy equipment, such as boilers, turbines, generators, pressure systems, emissions controls, and water/steam cycles.
  • Familiarity with energy transition technologies, including BESS, PV, CHP, hybrid systems, and hydrogen readiness.
  • Proven P&L ownership and a strong commercial understanding of O&M contracts.
  • Experience leading complex, multi-site technical teams.
  • Demonstrated safety leadership within regulated environments (COMAH, IED, environmental permitting)
OpportunityOpportunity to build and shape a business unit from the ground upDirect influence on strategy and long-term growthExposure to both traditional and emerging energy technologiesContact John.Behan@icds.ie for more info or call 01-632-1200 to discuss.

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