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Facilities Manager

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    Sodexo Ireland
  • Image for Job Ref
    Ref: #JOB-2459804
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    Athlone, Westmeath,
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    No of positions: 1
  • Image Part Time
    Paid Position
  • Image Hours per week
    39 hours per week
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    47000.00 Euro Annually
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    Published On: 23 Jul 2026
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    Closing On: 13 Aug 2026

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Facilities Manager
Location:
Athlone, Ireland
Contract: Full-Time, Permanent
Salary: €45,000-€47,000 per annum

About the Role
We are seeking an experienced and proactive Facilities Manager to oversee the delivery of hard and soft facilities services on site for a major account.

This is a hands-on leadership role responsible for managing day-to-day operations, ensuring compliance with contractual obligations, and maintaining high standards of service delivery across multiple stakeholders. You will lead on-site teams, manage contractors, oversee maintenance programmes, and act as the key operational contact for the client.

The successful candidate will be a customer-focused facilities professional with strong leadership skills, commercial awareness, and a proven ability to manage operational performance in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities
Operational Management
Manage the day-to-day delivery of hard and soft facilities services across the contract.
Lead, motivate, and develop the on-site service delivery team.
Oversee planned preventative maintenance (PPM) schedules and lifecycle replacement programmes.
Manage reactive maintenance requests and ensure contractual service levels are achieved.
Scope, manage, and verify minor works projects.
Coordinate contractors and ensure works are completed safely, efficiently, and to specification.
Manage permit-to-work and safe systems of work processes.
Client & Stakeholder Management
Act as the primary operational point of contact for the client and key stakeholders.
Build and maintain strong working relationships through effective communication and service delivery.
Attend client meetings and provide operational updates and performance reporting.
Resolve issues promptly and professionally while maintaining a customer-focused approach.
Health, Safety & Compliance
Ensure compliance with all relevant health and safety legislation and company policies.
Lead safety initiatives including toolbox talks, safety walks, and near-miss reporting.
Monitor contractor compliance and site safety performance.
Promote a strong culture of safety and continuous improvement across all service lines.
Financial & Contract Management
Monitor lifecycle expenditure and ensure spending remains within agreed budgets.
Manage materials ordering and cost control processes.
Support small works estimation and project delivery.
Understand and interpret contractual requirements to ensure compliance and value delivery.
Administration & Reporting
Maintain accurate contract documentation, records, and compliance files.
Produce operational, maintenance, and performance reports as required.
Coordinate site inductions and onboarding activities.
Manage payroll and timekeeping processes for site-based teams.
Maintain lifecycle plans, budgets, and performance data.
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Career Level

  • Experienced [Non-Managerial]

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