Maintenance Manager x 2
Location: South East Ireland
Positions available in:
* Carlow / Kilkenny
* Wexford
Salary: €60,000 - €70,000 plus Mileage expenses
Standard Working Hours: 35 Hours Monday to Friday
The Maintenance Manager will be responsible for the management of contracts, contractors, specialist services and reactive maintenance for healthcare facilities across a portfolio of buildings predominantly located in the above-mentioned areas.
Duties
Oversee the maintenance of buildings, plant, electrical and mechanical systems.
Ensure compliance with fire alarm, emergency lighting, passive fire prevention and fire fighting equipment standards and best practice.
Management Responsibilities
Manage staff, materials, equipment, finances and contractors associated with the Technical Services and Maintenance Department.
Develop technical specifications for tenders as required.
Ensure external contractors have the required insurance cover and tax clearance certificates.
Manage staff regarding absenteeism, attendance/time returns and disciplinary procedures in accordance with guidelines and protocols.
Foster and develop harmonious working relationships between staff.
Ensure compliance with financial and procurement regulations.
Manage the maintenance service within allocated budgetary constraints.
Plan, organise and control the work to provide a continuous and quality service to Facilities.
Compile and record maintenance reports associated with the work consistent with best practice and quality control measures.
Manage and report on the computerised job scheduling system.
Maintain good outward communications with building occupants, senior management and contractors.
Motivate maintenance Department staff and develop good staff relations.
Promote a quality working environment within the Maintenance Department.
Administration
Record all maintenance activities in a professional manner.
Manage asset register system.
Manage and operate the maintenance requisition system. Provide reports as required to department heads.
Raise purchase orders relating to maintenance works and contracts.
Health & Safety, Environmental
Have a working knowledge of Health & Safety Legislation, including the Safety, Health & Welfare at Work Act (2005), Safety, Health & Welfare at Work (General Application) Regulations (2007)(SI 299), construction regulations 2013(SI 291) and other relevant legislation.
Support and promote a safe working environment at all times, to include participation in the development of the annual maintenance safety statement.
Have a working knowledge of Fire Services Act 1981 and 2003, Building Control Act 1990 and 2007 and Technical Guidance Documents, current Fire Alarm and Emergency Standards IS 3218 and IS 3219 and the Health Information and Quality Authority (HIQA).
The ideal candidate will possess trade certification in Mechanical and/or Electrical with career experience of 3-5 years in a similar role.
Candidates should demonstrate a strong commitment to continuous professional development and a willingness to upskill in order to stay current with industry trends and evolving best practices.