Repairs Manager

Orona Group; Dublin; On-site; EUR 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary (Weekly Pay)

Contributory pension

Annual Bonus

Company Car/Van

Employee Assistance Programme

Bike to Work Scheme

25 Annual Leave Days

Company Sick Scheme

Recruitment referral scheme

Hybrid Working Arrangement

Job summary

A prominent European vertical transportation company is seeking a qualified Repairs Manager to join its Dublin team. As a Repairs Manager, you will lead major lift repair projects, manage field engineers, and oversee subcontractors while ensuring safety, timeliness, and budget adherence. Candidates should have experience in the lift industry, strong problem-solving skills, and knowledge of health and safety regulations. The role offers competitive weekly pay and various benefits, including a company vehicle and a hybrid work arrangement.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in the lift industry, ideally in the Repairs sector.
• Experience delivering training or mentoring technical staff.
• Knowledge of health & safety regulations.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and schedule lift repair jobs efficiently.
• Supervise and support a team of engineers and subcontractors.
• Ensure repairs meet safety standards and budget targets.
• Act as main point of contact for customers during repairs.
• Champion safe working practices and HSE compliance.

Skills

Problem-solving skills

Technical acumen

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Job description

Orona is a leading European business group in sustainable vertical transportation. As a global operator with almost 60 years’ experience, it delivers value for customers through its platform of products and services covering the design, manufacture, installation, maintenance, modernization, refurbishment and replacement of lifts and escalators in all market segments.

Its vertical transportation solutions encompass innovative, pragmatic and state‑of‑the‑art technologies; giving the highest level of safety, and optimises traffic management, available space, and travel comfort.

Our cooperative business model is committed to people. Its team is composed of 5,700 employees, operating in 12 European countries, supplying complete lifts, escalators, and components to more than 100 countries throughout the world.

Orona in Ireland provides a national installation and service coverage from its regional offices. Nearly 140 full‑time employees make up the Irish team, providing a wealth of skill, knowledge and local market experience.

1 out of every 10 new lifts in Europe is an Orona lift.

100 countries have Orona products installed.

300,000 lifts worldwide with Orona technology.

25,000,000 people use Orona technology every day.

Number 1 in production capacity in Europe for complete lifts.

1st company in the sector worldwide certified in Ecodesign - ISO 14006.

More information at www.orona-mwl.ie.

We are looking for a qualified Repairs Manager to join our Dublin Repairs Team on a Permanent basis.

If you are an experienced lift engineer ready to step into a leadership role this is the perfect opportunity for you. In this dynamic role, you’ll lead major lift repair projects, manage field engineers and subcontractors, and ensure all work is completed safely, on time, and within budget.

You Will Be Responsible For

• Plan & Execute Repairs: Coordinate and schedule lift repair jobs to maximise efficiency and minimise downtime. Ensure parts and documentation are ready before the job starts.
• Lead a Team: Supervise and support a team of engineers and subcontractors, providing training and mentoring to drive performance and development.
• Deliver Results: Ensure all repairs meet safety standards, quality expectations, and budget targets. Conduct site audits and follow up on completed jobs.
• Customer Communication: Act as the main point of contact for customers during repair works, offering clear updates and professional service.
• Health & Safety First: Champion safe working practices and ensure full compliance with HSE regulations.
• Service Support (if required): Occasionally participate in the on‑call rota to support the local Service Team in emergency situations.

The Ideal Candidate

• Proven experience in the lift industry, whether field or office‑based, ideally within the Repairs sector.
• Strong problem‑solving skills and technical acumen.
• Experience delivering training or mentoring technical staff.
• Knowledge of health & safety regulations and performance monitoring.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Familiar with Ongoing Risk Management.
• Full, Clean Irish/EU driver’s licence – site travel will be required.

Benefits

• Competitive salary (Weekly Pay)
• Contributory pension (Increasing with service)
• Annual Bonus
• Company Car/Van
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Bike to Work Scheme
• 25 Annual Leave Days per Annum (Up to 30 days with service)
• Company Sick Scheme
• Recruitment referral scheme
• Hybrid Working Arrangement
• We strive to be a great place to work
• We offer a wide range of experiences and opportunities that will help you to achieve your career and personal goals

Preferably you will have experience working in the Lift Industry.

Full Clean Irish/EU Driving Licence is essential.

Eligibility to Work in Ireland is a must.