Head of Facilites

ID Recruitment are delighted to be working with a fast growing manufacturing company in Galway to recruit a Head of Facilities. This leadership role will manage a maintenance security and EHS team will be responsible for overseeing and maintaining the company s facilities as well as be part of a project team that will be responsible for the continued growth and expansion of the facilities and infrastructure.

If you have experience managing and leading teams on construction projects are skilled in EH&S and enjoy working in a fast paced environment where no two days are the same then this could be the opportunity for you.

Main Duties and Responsibilities include:

• Manage a team to consistently deliver excellent facility services to all elements of the company including EHS site security building & plant maintenance development of new facilities.
  
• Lead all infrastructure deployment and execution providing technical support & drive to deliver on projects utilising inhouse resources primarily with use of external engineering contracting resources by exception.
  
• Maintain a comprehensive EHS program that meets regulatory requirements and exceeds industry standards. Collaborate with Production Engineering Supply Chain Quality teams to ensure that EHS considerations are integrated into all aspects of the manufacturing operation.
  
• Lead the companys efforts to prevent and mitigate thermal events related to battery pack manufacturing including the development and implementation of robust risk assessment and control measures.
  
• Manage the investigation and reporting of EHS incidents including root cause analysis and corrective action implementation. Conduct regular inspections and audits to identify potential hazards and ensure compliance with EHS regulations and standards.
  
• Ensure site security is always maintained with diligent active patrol strict access control monitoring and equipment control to protect personnel assets buildings and vehicles.
  
• Work with technical and engineering teams to develop future operations process improvement and capital expenditure requirements.
  
• Manage change activities ensuring compliance with company and industry standards.
  
• Lead coach and develop a high performing team that delivers continuous improvement innovation and pragmatic solutions.
  
• Ensure strong communication between all teams to facilitate exchange of information manage issue resolution and implement change and improvements.
  
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders to ensure repeatable manufacture of product while maintaining quality safety and environmental standards and achieving cost targets in a timely fashion.
  

Requirements

• Education to degree level in Building Services Mechanical Engineering Concstruction or equivalent experience through an alternative career path
  
• Over 10 years experience in building services/construction within manufacturing leading projects.
  
• Proficiency on electrical and power infrastructure and a good working knowledge of cooling plant infrastructure.
  
• Full understanding of EHS regulations and standards with track record of leading safe programs
  
• Strong track record of delivering multiple projects in a fastmoving environment taking ownership to ensure fastest delivery of best solutions.
  
• Ability to troubleshoot existing plant using engineering principles.
  
• Project Management Skills.
  
• Excellent understanding of safety legislation standards and risk assessment methodologies.
  
• Proven leadership skills with demonstrated ability to optimise team performance and development.
  
• Excellent communication interpersonal and influencing skills with the ability to engage negotiate and manage all stakeholders.
  
• Excellent analytical and problemsolving abilities holistically balancing technical commercial and relationship considerations.
  
  

Benefits

• Private Healthcare cover from day one to cover partners & dependents.
  
• Company Pension
  
• 23 days annual leave per year
  
• Bike to Work scheme.
  
• Active sports and social club with events each month
  
• Corporate gym rates & free fitness classes
  
• Wellness programs including an Employee Assistance Program
  
• Topnotch tech equipment to work with
  
• Great atmosphere team spirit and free office snacks
  
• Free parking & more