Job Description:
Hospital Facilities Engineer
We are hiring a Hospital Facilities Engineer to join our team at our new Bon Secours Hospital in Limerick.
Currently under construction, the new hospital will provide advanced medical and surgical care, including a Medical Assessment Unit, 25 single room Medical Ward, Specialist Ophthalmology Department, and Interventional Cardiovascular Lab.
This role manages relationships with external partners responsible for services such as building maintenance, technical systems, security, waste management, and more.
The Hospital Facilities Engineer ensures efficient delivery of these services to required standards.
Responsibilities include supporting operations, maintenance, regulatory compliance, procurement, and continuous improvement of all facilities systems and equipment.
Oversees implementation and compliance of the Energy Management System, including efficiency reviews of facilities systems operations and design reviews of new equipment and processes.
Person Specification:
* Degree level in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering with knowledge of associated regulation.
* Health & Safety Qualification desirable.
* Member or Chartered Member of the Institute of Engineers of Ireland desirable.
Experience:
* Planning and supervision of maintenance procedures in a hospital or large organisation.
* Proven track record of management and leadership, preferably in facilities and/or contracts/projects.
* Supervisory management desirable.
* Experience and Knowledge of construction principles and building processes desirable.
Skills:
* Strong Project Management skills.
* Excellent Communication Skills.
* Excellent knowledge of mechanical building services.
* Working knowledge of Auto CAD, CAP, and MS Office.
* Working knowledge of Health and Safety and workplace regulations.
What We Offer:
* Competitive salary and benefits package.
* Opportunities for professional development and continuing education.
* Supportive and collaborative work environment.
* Chance to make a meaningful difference in patients' lives.
Bon Secours Health System values its staff's unique skills, diversity, and hard work, offering a competitive benefits package, employee initiatives, and focus on career development.