Facility Manager Hard Services

About the role

G & W Contracts Ltd is actively recruiting an experienced Hard Services Manager to join our growing Facilities Management team, supporting a multi-site portfolio for an international Blue Chip company.

You will lead the delivery of technical services across commercial and critical facilities, overseeing mechanical, electrical, HVAC and building fabric maintenance, statutory compliance and asset management.The role also includes planning, coordinating and overseeing the delivery of project works, including repairs, refurbishment and building improvement works.

This is a daytime management position supporting a technical team operating across a three-shift cycle. You will ensure effective resource coverage, clear shift handovers, reliable maintenance delivery and consistent service standards.

The role requires regular travel between client locations, alongside remote oversight of sites, communication with local teams and coordination of site visits.

Key responsibilities

• Lead Hard Services delivery across the portfolio, managing and supporting the technical maintenance team.
• Coordinate resources, shift coverage, handovers, maintenance planning and technical escalation.
• Oversee mechanical, electrical, HVAC, building fabric and associated building services.
• Manage planned preventative maintenance (PPM), reactive repairs, outstanding work orders and recurring defects.
• Ensure statutory inspections, testing and certification are completed within required timeframes.
• Monitor asset condition, maintenance history, lifecycle requirements and improvement opportunities.
• Plan and coordinate specialist contractors carrying out maintenance, inspections, repairs and technical works.
• Ensure contractor RAMS, competency records, insurance, inductions and permits are current and in place before work begins.
• Oversee the Computerised Maintenance Management System (CMMS), ensuring maintenance, asset and compliance records are complete and accurate.
• Participate in daily and weekly site whiteboard meetings, providing updates on maintenance, safety, operational issues and priorities.
• Produce monthly, quarterly and annual maintenance reports covering performance, compliance, asset condition, outstanding works and recommended actions.
• Prepare a six-monthly review of market innovations, recommending practical opportunities to improve maintenance efficiency, reliability, sustainability and service delivery.
• Contribute to KPI reviews, audits, operational reports and client meetings.
• Act as the first point of contact under the emergency escalation policy, coordinating the initial response and communicating with the client, senior management and specialist support.
• Promote safe working practices and ensure activities follow approved procedures and Safe Systems of Work.

What we are looking for

• Significant experience in Hard Services, technical Facilities Management, building services or a similar maintenance environment.
• Proven experience leading technical teams and managing multi-site service delivery.
• Strong knowledge of mechanical, electrical, HVAC and building fabric systems.
• Experience managing PPM, reactive maintenance and statutory compliance programmes.
• Experience supporting teams working in shift-based or 24/7 environments.
• Good understanding of RAMS, Permit-to-Work, Safe Systems of Work and contractor compliance.
• Experience managing specialist contractors and service providers.
• Experience using a CMMS or similar maintenance management system.
• Strong leadership, communication, organisational and problem-solving skills.
• A professional, customer-focused and proactive approach.
• A full driving licence and flexibility to travel between client locations.

A recognised mechanical, electrical, building services, engineering or Facilities Management qualification would be an advantage. Experience in commercial, industrial, manufacturing, data centre or other critical operational environments is also desirable.

Working hours and escalation responsibilities

This is a permanent, full-time position based on a 40-hour working week, primarily during normal daytime management hours.

You will support a technical team operating across a three-shift cycle and provide management escalation support where technicians cannot be contacted or additional intervention is required.

As the first point of contact under the emergency escalation policy, you may need to attend site at short notice outside normal working hours in exceptional circumstances. Flexibility is required to meet operational and client needs.

Why join G & W Contracts Ltd?

G & W Contracts Ltd is a growing Irish company delivering Facilities Management, maintenance, refurbishment and project services to major commercial clients.

This position offers the opportunity to shape our technical service delivery, develop an expanding Hard Services team and contribute to the growth of our Facilities Management operation.

We are looking for a manager who leads people effectively and takes pride in delivering safe, compliant and reliable services.

How to apply

Please submit your CV through Indeed, outlining your technical Facilities Management experience, leadership responsibilities and relevant qualifications.

G & W Contracts Ltd is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

Pay: €75,000.00-€82,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Company pension
• On-site parking

Work Location: In person