Technical Services Manager
Location: Kilkenny

Optimize Recruitment are proud to partner our client, a leading facilities management and technical services provider operating within a highly regulated life sciences manufacturing environment in Kilkenny, to recruit a Technical Services Lead.

This is a key leadership role responsible for overseeing technical services and maintenance operations on a large-scale production site. The successful candidate will ensure the effective delivery of both planned and reactive maintenance across critical building systems, supporting continuous, compliant, and uninterrupted manufacturing operations.

The role requires a strong technical background combined with proven leadership experience, with responsibility for managing both in-house technicians and external contractors while maintaining the highest standards of safety, compliance, and performance.

Successful Candidate Will Have

• A minimum of 4 years’ experience in a similar technical facilities or maintenance leadership role
• A recognised qualification in Electrical, Mechanical, or Automation disciplines (Certificate, Diploma, or senior trade qualification)
• Strong knowledge of industrial building services such as HVAC, electrical systems, pumps, motors, and compressed air systems
• Proven ability to lead, motivate, and develop technical teams in a high-performance environment
• Excellent organisational and planning skills with a structured, methodical approach to workload management
• Strong communication skills with confidence in client-facing situations and formal reporting
• Experience working in regulated or controlled environments is highly advantageous
• Proficiency in using Microsoft Office and facilities management systems
• A proactive mindset with a strong focus on continuous improvement and operational excellence

Responsibilities and Duties

• Oversee all planned preventative maintenance (PPM) activities, ensuring schedules are executed effectively and compliance targets are consistently achieved
• Manage reactive maintenance activities, including fault diagnosis, repair coordination, and escalation of complex technical issues
• Ensure all maintenance and engineering works are carried out in line with strict regulatory, environmental, health, and safety standards applicable to controlled manufacturing environments
• Supervise internal maintenance teams and coordinate external contractors, ensuring quality of work, safety compliance, and service performance expectations are met
• Liaise with service providers and vendors to arrange site attendance, repairs, quotations, and technical support when required
• Support and manage change control processes related to equipment, utilities, and facility modifications, working closely with validation and quality teams
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives using data-led and risk-based approaches to enhance system reliability and efficiency
• Monitor, analyse, and report on key performance indicators including system uptime, maintenance compliance, and response times
• Attend operational and client meetings, providing technical updates, escalation support, and proactive solutions to site issues
• Ensure accurate documentation and reporting of maintenance activities and compliance records
• Promote a strong safety culture and ensure all activities align with site and corporate standards

For additional information and a confidential discussion on this Technical Services Manager position and similar opportunities contact: Chris 056-7786631 / 083 1220295 or Chris@optimizerecruitment.ie

Chris is available for a call between 9am and 5.30pm daily (outside of work hours calls / meetings can be arranged upon request). 

Please submit your CV via the link provided, in confidence.

All applications will be dealt with in the strictest confidence and your CV will never be released without your prior approval.

Job Ref Number: OR-14705

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