Chief Technical Officer - PESS

University of Limerick; Limerick; On-site; EUR 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Limerick is seeking an experienced Chief Technical Officer (CTO) to lead and manage technical operations across the Department of Physical Education & Sport Science. This senior role ensures safe functioning of all laboratory and technical facilities and provides strategic leadership of technical services and staff, enabling teaching, research and engagement activities.

The CTO will coordinate laboratory and field-based support, implement health and safety procedures, and

Qualifications

• The candidate must have substantial experience in managing technical operations within a sport sciences or related environment.
• Strong understanding of laboratory and performance testing facilities and equipment maintenance.
• Familiarity with regulatory compliance and health and safety standards.
• Excellent organisational, communication, and team leadership skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and oversight of the Department’s technical services and staff.
• Manage and develop a team of technical personnel to support teaching, research and engagement activities.
• Oversee technical infrastructure and coordinate laboratory and field-based support.
• Implement and monitor health and safety procedures across facilities.
• Collaborate with academic, research and professional services staff to meet evolving needs.
• Ensure safe functioning of all laboratory and technical facilities.

Skills

Technical operations management

Laboratory facilities knowledge

Health and safety compliance

Team leadership

Communication skills

Job description

Chief Technical Officer - PESS

JOB SYNOPSIS

The Department of Physical Education and Sport Sciences is seeking to appoint an experienced and dynamic Chief Technical Officer (CTO) on a full-time basis to lead and manage the Department’s technical operations in support of its teaching, research, and performance activities. This senior role is central to ensuring the safe functioning of all laboratory and technical facilities. The CTO will provide leadership and oversight of the Department’s technical services, managing and developing a team of technical staff to deliver high-quality support across a broad range of academic, research, and engagement activities. Key responsibilities include the management of technical infrastructure, coordination of laboratory and field-based technical support, implementation and monitoring of health and safety procedures, and collaboration with academic, research, and professional services staff to support the Department’s evolving needs and priorities. The successful candidate will possess substantial experience in managing technical operations within a sport sciences or related environment, together with a strong understanding of laboratory and performance testing facilities, equipment maintenance, regulatory compliance, and health and safety standards. Excellent organisational, communication, and team leadership skills are essential.

Faculty of Education & Health Sciences

Department of Physical Education & Sport Science

Contract Type: Permanent

University of Limerick is a research-led, energetic and enterprising institution with a proud record of innovation and excellence in education and scholarships. We value creativity, curiosity and excellence in our inclusive community which is committed to social good. Our motto Eagna chun Gnímh translates as Wisdom for Action reflecting our mission to contribute to the discovery of new knowledge for a better world.

Informal enquiries regarding the post may be directed to:
Dr John L Perry
Head
Department of Physical Education & Sport Science
University of Limerick
Email: [e-mail]

The closing date for receipt of applications is Friday, 13th November 2026

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Further Particulars :

Contact Person : Competition Type : Staff

Contact Email : Job ID : 085131

Contact Number : Close Date : 13-Nov-2026 12:00