Job Introduction Exciting careers.At Sodexo, we're passionate about delivering exceptional service and creating meaningful experiences for our clients, customers, and employees.
We are currently seeking a dedicated and dynamic Operations/ Contract Manager to join our team and play a key role in driving excellence and innovation in Ireland.
What You'll Do:Lead a team of managers, technicians, and frontline staff to oversee the day-to-day delivery of FM services across education facilities in Ireland, ensuring SLA compliance and operational efficiency.Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, ensuring excellent customer service and meeting contractual expectations.Manage financial performance within agreed budgets, optimizing expenditure and maximizing revenues across the contract.Oversee FM management systems, ensuring proper logging and reporting of maintenance activities while managing multiple contractors and vendors.Implement and enforce safety procedures, ensuring a secure working environment while leading emergency response, incident management, and business continuity planning.What You'll Bring:A third-level qualification in Engineering, Building Services Management, Facilities, or a related field, along with a recognized facilities management professional qualification.3-5 years of experience in an operations role, preferably managing multi-disciplinary technical and operational teams.Strong people management, coaching, and leadership skills, with the ability to influence change and drive performance improvements.Technical understanding of FM services, including HVAC, Fire Protection, M&E systems, and BMS systems, with a working knowledge of commercial contract management.Excellent communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills, with the flexibility to adapt to changing situations and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
What we offer:Working with Sodexo is more than a job; it's a chance to?be part of something greater.
You'll belong in a company and team that values you for?you;?you'll act with purpose and have an impact through your everyday actions; and you'll be able to thrive in your own way.
In addition, we also offer a range of resources, rewards and benefits for our colleagues and their families:Unlimited access to an online platform offering mental health and wellbeing support.An Employee Assistance Programme to help with everyday issues or larger problems where you may need additional support, including legal and financial advice, support with work related issues or personal issues such as bereavement.Access to a 24hr virtual GP ServiceThe Sodexo Discounts Scheme, offering great deals 24/7 (also open to friends and family).Save for your future by becoming a member of the Mercer Aspire Pension PlanOpportunities to enable colleagues to grow and succeed throughout their career at Sodexo, including a variety of learning and development tools.Bike to Work Scheme to help colleagues to do their bit for the environment whilst keeping fit.Ready to be part of something greater?
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Exciting careers.Sodexo reserves the right to close this advert early if we are in receipt of a high number of applications Package Description Operations/ Contract ManagerMonday to Friday39 hours per weekRemote workingCompetitive Salary + Sodexo Benefits