Electrical Manager

Job description

Orange Recruitment is seeking a dedicated Facilities Manager with a a strong background in Electrical works, to lead the delivery of exceptional facilities services at our clients Manufacturing site in Swords. This is a key leadership role, requiring a confident, solutions focused professional with strong operational experience and a people first mindset.

This opportunity is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced Manufacturing environment and understands what it takes to ensure the smooth day to day running of a high performing Manufacturing space from planned maintenance and cleaning through to space management.

Responsibilities

• Take ownership of all hard and soft facilities services on-site, ensuring services are delivered to the highest standard and fully aligned with client expectations, SLAs, and KPIs.
• Lead, motivate and support the on-site team, including technicians and service staff, ensuring effective training, inductions, and performance development plans are in place.
• Oversee the scheduling and execution of all PPM and reactive maintenance through the site’s CMMS, ensuring issues are resolved quickly and effectively.
• Manage third-party service providers, ensuring compliance with health & safety protocols and service level agreements.
• Ensure all health, safety, environmental, and quality standards are rigorously upheld, including the closeout of any audit actions or corrective measures.
• Monitor and report on the financial performance of the site, ensuring budget adherence and cost-effectiveness.
• Support the Account Director with client reporting, performance data, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Take a proactive approach to problem-solving, identifying service enhancements and operational efficiencies that improve both client satisfaction and team performance.
• Participate in the 24/7 on-call rota and provide leadership support for any emergency or out-of-hours issues.
• Act as the on-site ambassador for Aramark, cultivating strong relationships with the client and identifying opportunities to extend or enhance our service offering.

Requirements

• Proven experience managing facilities operations in a high-profile environment, with strong exposure to soft services (hard services experience a plus).
• A confident leader with a hands-on approach, able to inspire teams and maintain high standards in a fast-moving setting.
• Strong working knowledge of office building systems and technical services.
• Fully Qualified Electrician.
• A collaborative mindset with excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• IOSH or similar health & safety qualification (preferred but not essential).
• Financially aware, with the ability to manage budgets, report on performance, and identify efficiencies.
• A proactive and dependable attitude, with the confidence to take ownership and lead from the front.