Facilities Lead

Mergon

Castlepollard

On-site

EUR 60,000 - 80,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

26 days holidays

Wellness Programme

Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

Company Gym

Health Insurance for you and your fami

Defined contribution pension scheme

Competitive Salary

Job summary

Mergon in Castlepollard, Ireland, is seeking a Facilities Lead to manage a small team and ensure safe, efficient operations of buildings, grounds, and services. The role combines hands-on facilities management with project planning and vendor oversight.

You will drive maintenance, energy management, health and safety compliance, and sustainability initiatives while coordinating capital projects and space improvements to support production and daily site activities.

Qualifications

Strong knowledge of health & safety legislation, building regulations and environmental compliance.
Excellent organisational skills with proven experience in people management.
Excellent communication skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
Ability to manage multiple priorities

Responsibilities

Take full ownership of the site facilities, including buildings, grounds, utilities, and infrastructure.
Manage planned preventive maintenance schedule for all facilities assets.
Oversee and coordinate facility repairs, upgrades and improvement projects.
Coordinate relationships with contractors, service providers and vendors for quality and value.
Maintain records of facilities assets, maintenance activities and costs.

Education

Facilities/Engineering qualification

SOLAS trade certification (advantage)

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

At Mergon, we mould ideas for a sustainable future. We work with leading brands like Tesla, BMW, Xerox and Abbott to design, manufacture and deliver sustainable products for the vehicles and equipment of the future.

We care deeply about our colleagues, customers and our community and we have a curiosity that constantly pushes us to innovate and improve. We are competent, capable and we invest in our people and in our processes to ensure we continue to grow and do our best work every day.

Role Overview

We currently have an opportunity for the role ofFacilities Lead at Mergon.
This role requires an experienced and capable individual with a strong practical foundation in facilities management or a related discipline within an industrial or manufacturing environment. The successful candidate will be responsible leading a small team to maintain and improve buildings, grounds, services and facilities at the company’s site in Castlepollard.

Key Responsibilities:

Facilities Management

Take full ownership of the site facilities, including buildings, grounds, utilities, and infrastructure
Manage a planned preventive maintenance (PPM) schedule for all facilities-related assets
Oversee and coordinate all facility repairs, upgrades, and improvement projects
Manage relationships with various stakeholders to include contract negotiations with external contractors, service providers, and vendors, ensuring quality of work and value for money
Maintain accurate records of all facilities assets, maintenance activities, and associated costs

Team Leadership

Lead, develop, and motivate a small facilities/maintenance/cleaning support team
Assign and prioritise daily tasks and workload for the facilities team
Foster a culture of accountability, ownership, and continuous improvement within the team

Health, Safety & Compliance

Ensure all facilities are fully compliant with relevant health & safety legislation, building regulations, and environmental standards
Conduct regular facility inspections and risk assessments, addressing any issues promptly
Support fire safety management, including maintenance of fire detection/suppression systems and emergency exits
Ensure compliance with insurance requirements and coordinate facility-related audits
Manage waste disposal, recycling, and environmental sustainability initiatives on-site

Utilities & Energy Management

Monitor and manage site utilities including electricity, water, compressed air, and HVAC systems
Identify and implement energy efficiency improvements to reduce costs and support sustainability goals
Track utility consumption, analyse trends, and report on key metrics
Liaise with utility providers and manage service agreements

Project Management

Lead facilities-related capital expenditure (CapEx) projects from planning through to completion
Manage site layout changes, office refurbishments, and infrastructure upgrades
Prepare project proposals, budgets, timelines, and progress reports

Sustainability Initiatives:

Identify and implement energy-saving and waste-reduction initiatives to support the company’s sustainability goals.

Experience and Qualifications required:

A recognised qualification or demonstrable track record in Facilities Management, Engineering, Energy Management, or a related discipline.
Alternatively a relevant SOLAS accredited Trade certification and 5 years hands on experience would be an advantage.
Strong knowledge of health & safety legislation, building regulations, and environmental compliance`
Excellent organisational skills with proven experience in people management.
Excellent communication skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
Ability to manage multiple priorities

Benefits: