TTM Healthcare are proud to partner with 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, AHU’s, 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.