Facilities Lead

Co Westmeath
Temporary
Full-time

6 days ago

Based in Westmeath , my client is a forward-thinking manufacturing organisation that partners with leading global brands to design, manufacture and deliver innovative, sustainable products for next-generation vehicles and equipment. Sustainability, innovation and continuous improvement are central to how they operate.The company places a strong emphasis on its people, customers and wider community, investing in both talent and processes to support long-term growth and operational excellence.Role OverviewMy client currently has an opportunity for an experienced Facilities Lead to join their team. This role is ideally suited to a practical, hands-on facilities professional with experience in an industrial or manufacturing environment.The successful candidate will lead a small facilities team and take responsibility for the effective maintenance, operation and improvement of buildings, grounds, services and infrastructure at the Castlepollard site.Key ResponsibilitiesFacilities Management

Take full ownership of all site facilities, including buildings, grounds, utilities and infrastructure
Develop and manage a planned preventative maintenance (PPM) programme for all facilities assets
Coordinate and oversee all facility repairs, upgrades and improvement projects
Manage third-party contractors, service providers and vendors, including contract negotiations, to ensure high standards and value for money
Maintain accurate records of assets, maintenance activities and associated costs

Team Leadership

Lead, develop and motivate a small facilities, maintenance and cleaning support team
Allocate and prioritise daily workloads to ensure efficient site operations
Promote a culture of accountability, ownership and continuous improvement

Health, Safety & Compliance

Ensure full compliance with health & safety legislation, building regulations, insurance requirements and environmental standards
Conduct regular site inspections and risk assessments, addressing issues in a timely manner
Support fire safety management, including maintenance of detection and suppression systems and emergency exits
Coordinate and support facility-related audits
Manage on-site waste disposal, recycling and sustainability initiatives

Utilities & Energy Management

Monitor and manage utilities including electricity, water, compressed air and HVAC systems
Identify and implement energy-efficiency improvements to reduce costs and support sustainability objectives
Track consumption trends and report on key performance metrics
Liaise with utility providers and manage service agreements

Project Management

Lead facilities-related capital expenditure (CapEx) projects from planning through to completion
Manage layout changes, refurbishments and infrastructure upgrades
Prepare project proposals, budgets, timelines and progress updates

Sustainability Initiatives

Drive energy-saving and waste-reduction projects aligned with the organisation’s sustainability goals

Experience & Qualifications

Relevant qualification or proven experience in Facilities Management, Engineering, Energy Management or a related discipline
Alternatively, a SOLAS-accredited trade qualification with a minimum of 5 years’ hands-on experience would be advantageous
Strong knowledge of health & safety legislation, building regulations and environmental compliance

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