Senior Facilities Operations Manager (Cork)

CBRE; Ireland; On-site; EUR 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

CBRE Ireland is seeking a Facilities Manager in Cork to oversee client site operations and maintenance. You will lead a team, coordinate repairs, manage budgets and safety programs, and support Property Managers with projects and investments.

You will drive performance, mentor staff, and ensure compliance with regulations while delivering reliable facilities services to the client. The role requires leadership, organizational skills, and a proactive problem-solving mindset.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred with 3-5 years of relevant experience; in lieu of a degree, a combination of experience and education will be considered.
• Valid driver's license required.
• Facility Management certification preferred.
• Experience in staffing, coaching, mentoring, measuring, appraising, and rewarding performance and retention preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide formal supervision to employees. Monitor the training and development of staff. Conduct performance evaluations and coaching. Oversee the recruiting and hiring of new employees.
• Schedule and manage the team's daily activities. Establish work schedules, assign tasks, and cross-train staff. Set and track staff and department deadlines. Mentor and coach as needed.
• Coordinate and manage facility repairs and maintenance by working with technicians, vendors, and contractors.
• Maintain positive client relationships and conduct meetings on unresolved facility issues.
• Prepare and manage capital projects, operating budgets, and variance reports.
• Perform facility inspections quality assurance following local, state, and federal regulations. Suggest operational efficiencies, repairs, and upgrade opportunities.
• Manage environmental health and safety procedures for facilities.
• Oversee vendor relationships and invoicing procedures. Review price quotes for the procurement of parts, services, and labor for projects.
• Conduct process and procedure training on maintenance, repairs, and safety best practices.

Skills

Leadership

Staffing & development

Budgeting

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

CBRE Ireland is seeking a Facilities Manager in Cork to oversee client site operations and maintenance. You will lead a team, coordinate repairs, manage budgets and safety programs, and support Property Managers with projects and investments.

You will drive performance, mentor staff, and ensure compliance with regulations while delivering reliable facilities services to the client. The role requires leadership, organizational skills, and a proactive problem-solving mindset.