TTM Healthcare are proud to partner with our in the Public Sector in Westmeath to recruit a Grade VIII Maintenance Manager. Location: Mullingar Hours: 35 hours per week (overtime available) Monday - Friday. (some weekend work possible) 6 month initial contract. Pay-rate from €43.72 - €52.73 p/h depending on relevant public sector experience. General Duties: Maintain the service infrastructure, including roads, buildings, equipment, and grounds, in line with health standards and regulations. Manage the department efficiently and cost-effectively, ensuring high-quality service delivery. Review and manage contracts for maintenance services and develop new ones when needed. Plan and implement preventive maintenance for the entire hospital. Develop and maintain asset registers for all hospital equipment. Support IT development programs and improve department efficiency. Manage maintenance and performance systems for buildings and services. Ensure all maintenance complies with regulations and best practices. Participate in new development projects, offering advice on maintenance needs and managing associated contracts. Supervise minor capital projects and ensure safety and legal compliance in all works. Monitor and report on safety, health, and welfare at work regulations. Prepare maintenance plans, reports, estimates, and financial documents. Manage department staff, resources, and budgets, ensuring smooth operations and high standards. Ensure good communication within the department and with hospital management. Staff and HR Duties: Motivate and develop department staff, ensuring a quality work environment. Ensure staff comply with policies and procedures and handle disciplinary issues as needed. Manage staffing and training needs, ensuring the team is competent and up-to-date on necessary skills. Organize regular team meetings and foster a culture of open communication. Health & Safety Duties: Ensure the safety of patients, staff, and visitors by following health and safety regulations. Perform risk assessments and maintain safety statements. Ensure contractors follow health and safety procedures and work safely. Financial Duties: Manage the department's budget and ensure financial policies are followed. Prepare budgets for maintenance, repairs, and new developments. Monitor spending to ensure value for money and maintain financial records. Key Performance Indicators (KPIs): Set and manage KPIs to align with hospital service goals and improve department performance. Monitor progress on KPI targets and create action plans to meet them. General Conditions: Attend fire safety training and adhere to fire and safety regulations. Comply with infection control policies and other relevant health regulations. Promote sustainability and energy efficiency within the hospital. Required Qualifications: Hold a relevant qualification in building services, engineering, or facilities management. Have at least 7 years of experience experience in architecture/mechanical/electrical engineering/facilities management or building surveying works, including adequate experience in the construction or maintenance of large complex buildings or maintenance of the mechanical, electrical and heating services of such buildings. Have experience in managing significant operational budgets in a complex work environment Have experience of managing a multi-disciplinary trades and technical team of internal staff and external contractors Be capable of working independently. Additional Requirements: Demonstrate experience of working with specialist & essential building services systems and technologies, such as health care premises e.g. back-up generators, UPS units, AHUs, water treatment systems etc. Demonstrate experience of implementing Planned Maintenance Programmes Must hold a valid Safe Pass or equivalent. How to Apply: Interested candidates should submit their updated CV. Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview. Skills: Grade VIII Maintenance