Mechanical Operations Manager – Northern Ireland

• To assist in the management of this dynamic department, performing as the Mechanical Operations Manager
• Be commercially focussed and have a reputation for achieving a high degree of customer satisfaction
• Lead the delivery of mechanical contracts within this department
• Provide strong technical knowledge to ensure contracts are delivered in compliance with Employers Requirements, specifications and drawings, as well as to the highest possible standards

Main Duties and Responsibilities

As an Operations Manager within the Maintenance Division, you will be expected to promote best practice. The main duties and responsibilities include:

• Oversee all live mechanical projects ongoing within the business ensuring they are being delivered in line with agreed standards, specifications and drawings whilst maximising profitability.
• Regularly visit live sites to have positive interactions with both our site teams and client teams.
• Monitor and mentor the Contracts Managers and Supervisors
• Provide training and monitor training plans for all managers and supervisors
• Assist contracts managers with preparation of contract reviews
• Chair monthly contract review meetings
• Assist contracts managers, pre-construction manager and stores team with project procurement.
• Identify and implement more efficient ways of carrying out company processes
• When required actively advertise, identify and recruit new personnel
• Ensure project accounts (valuations, variations, payments, final accounts etc) are being kept up to date
• Assess and sign off sub-contractor monthly valuations / payment notices
• Work closely with the QS department to monitor cash flow, sales forecasts and accurately project profit and loss forecasts.
• Identify new supply chain partners including labour only sub-contractors, specialised contractors and general suppliers.
• Build existing client relationships and try to identify and secure new clients.
• Take a keen interest in the other division of the business.
• Actively promote Irwin M & E within the industry.

Essential

• Time served Plumber/Heating Engineer with commercial and industrial experience and/or Building Services Engineering Degree
• Excellent time management skills with the ability to work under pressure and to work to a plan to avoid disappointments
• Good interpersonal skills to create meaningful reciprocal relationships with both colleagues and clients
• Commercially aware of costs and trends in the market place.
• Good knowledge of safety, health, environment and quality systems
• Good personal organisation, honesty, communication, ownership, reliability and dependability
• Praise and recognition of individuals and the team for a job well done