Facilities Lead
About the Company
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 Overview
My 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 Responsibilities
Facilities 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
- Proven people management and organisational skills
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment
