Mechanical & Electrical Services Manager – Grade VII

Job title:

Mechanical & Electrical Services Manager – Grade VII

Company

Children’s Health Ireland

Job description

Purpose of the RoleThe purpose of the role is to act as a representative for and lead the Technical Services Department in achieving the Hospital’s mission, vision, values and strategic plan. He /she will participate with the Head of Facilities Management in ensuring that the day-to-day activities and resources of the Technical Services Department are managed and co-ordinated throughout, so that a first-class patient focused service is delivered through the effective and efficient operational management.He /she will actively participate in continuing education and research activities consistent with the position of Technical Services Manager. They will contribute to the change agenda and prepare staff within their area of responsibility for the transition to the New National Paediatric Hospital and work with key stakeholders to achieve strategic and operational change.He /she will be required to represent the hospital from a Technical Services perspective around the design and target operating model for the new hospital.Essential Criteria:· A third level degree/post-graduate qualification in a management discipline such as Construction Management, Project Management or Facilities Management, Building Services Management· 3+ years’ experience in a management role carrying out duties similar to the purpose of this role and Job description· A minimum of 2 years previous experience as a Supervisor in a Technical Services environment.· Good knowledge of Health and Safety legislation, statutory regulations together with a good knowledge of HTM standards.· Knowledge of Planned Preventative Maintenance /Breakdown Maintenance/Condition Based Maintenance and strategies associated with each.· Excellent Management and Leadership skills providing good governance to both in – house and contracted staff.· Proven track record as a team player.· Understanding and appreciation of internal customer expectations· Have a proven a record of managing change successfully within diverse groups..Applications for this post must be accompanied by a cover letter, setting out relevant experience that illustrates how the essential criteria listed above is met.The criterion for short listing is based on the requirements of the post, as outlined in the eligibility criteria.

• Please note that you must submit a cover letter with your CV, this forms part of your application and CV’s will not be accepted without a detailed cover letter.

The closing date for submissions of CV’s and cover letter is 7th May 2025 by 23:45pm. Applications must be completed through the advertised post on CHI.jobs by clicking ‘Apply for Job’.Applications will not be accepted through direct email or any other method.For informal enquiries for this specialty/department, please contact Peadar HanlonFor other queries relating to this recruitment process, please contact Talent Acquisition TeamPLEASE NOTE:CHI has transitioned to a process of a one commencement day per month for all new employees, CHI internal transfers and Secondments. This update to our Onboarding process is aligned to changes in our monthly/fortnightly payroll and with the launch of our new corporate induction program. This process enhancement ensures that we can thoroughly prepare for your arrival and facilitate a smooth transition in your onboarding journey.So that the Onboarding team can confirm your start date, you will need to ensure that your mandatory training is completed at least 7 days prior to your commencement date.It is important for you to note that if you do not have your pre-employments and mandatory training completed in time, your commencement date will be deferred to the next available date.Below, you’ll find the list of commencement dates for 2025.

• May 12th – internal only
• June 9th
• July 7th
• July 14th
• August 11th
• September 1st
• September 15th
• October 13th
• November 10th
• December 15th

Expected salary

Location

Dublin

Job date

Thu, 24 Apr 2025 22:31:30 GMT

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