Facilities Engineer

September 10, 2024

Staffline Recruitment Ireland

Cavan

OTHER

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Question:
Are you a Facilities Engineer, with a civil or structural engineering background, keen on overseeing the design, maintenance, and management of structural and civil projects at the client's Cavan HQ? If you answered yes, then we want to hear from you.
Key responsibilities include contractor coordination, compliance review, project management, and budget oversight, ensuring safety and operational efficiency across facilities.
Job Purpose
The Facilities Engineer will be responsible for the design and execution of all plant
based structural and civil engineering works at our clients HQ in Cavan.
Key Accountabilities

Responsible for the upkeep and maintenance of all buildings and groundworks inc. property and land management of the client estate -boundaries, remote company locations and point of contact for 3rd parties.
Project lead facility projects (driven by site risk responsibilities) by undertaking technical and feasibility studies and site inspections of utilities and current and new projects.
Contractor management; Co-ordinate with external contractors and service providers for facility maintenance, repairs, and projects. Negotiate contracts and manage service agreements and relationships to optimise quality, delivery and cost savings. Management of RAMS (Risk Assessment Method Statement) and contractor insurance.
Review and confirm compliance with building regulations, fire compliance & ATEX compliance on all facility related project activity on site at the end of each project.
Generate and present regular reports and reviews of facility-related budgets, finances, contracts, expenditures, and purchases.
Conduct and document regular site inspections based on structural, fire, water and energy supply assets.
Oversight of facilities/utilities preventative maintenance program
Assisting Design teams on development of site-specific Facility/Utility equipment/processes as required.
Act as the Project Engineer and/or Project Sponsor for minor and major facilities projects such as re-roofing, flooring replacements, remodelling, expansions, storm, foul lines and cleaning of lagoons.
Ensuring that the design and maintenance of building systems meets legislative and health and safety requirements.
Lead World Class Manufacturing Pillar Board.
Participate/Lead insurance audits.

Communication and Working Relationship
The Facilities Engineer will report to the Engineering manager, but they will have working relationships with all teams at HQ, contractors, and external parties on site.
Dimensions and Decision Making
The Facilities Engineer will recommend best practice solutions to the Engineering manager for sign off. They will manage a budget and has the authority to stop any work on site which they deem to be unsafe or cause risk/harm to any employee or 3rd party on site.
Essential Qualifications required to fulfil the role

National Framework of Qualifications level 8 qualification in Civil/Structural Engineering. 5+ years of related work experience, or an equivalent combination of education and work experience.
Proven experience working in a similar role and similar environment
Specific work experience required to essentially fulfil the role
Working knowledge of principles and practices of business administration, procurement, and contracts
Demonstrable health, safety, and environmental knowledge and best practices in a manufacturing setting, with the ability to enforce these practices rigorously.
Experience in civil maintenance and engineering and all facets of large-scale civil operations
Demonstrable negotiating, supervisory and leadership skills.
Excellent planning and organisational skills
Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to interact effectively with internal teams, contractors, and regulatory bodies.
Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams, including production, maintenance, safety, and environmental departments.
Strong mathematical and IT skills