Job Description
Join to apply for the Head of Facilities role at Atalia Student Residences DAC.BackgroundAtalia Student Residences DAC is a wholly owned subsidiary company of University of Galway and is responsible for the management and operation of campus residences Dunlin Village, Goldcrest Village and Corrib Village, as well as the co-ordination of conferences and events across the campus. Throughout the academic year, our accommodation is home to over 1,800 University of Galway students. Student wellbeing is central to our ethos, as we support students in their transition to independent living.Job RoleThe primary purpose of this role is to lead in the management of facilities and related operational challenges that arise across three student villages and two off-campus houses. You will ensure a high quality delivery of all facilities management services that meet the requirements of students during the academic year and a high volume of summer guests from May to August.ResponsibilitiesCollaboration with the CEO and operational management to gain a deep understanding of departmental Key Performance Indicators (KPIs).Maximising business profitability through commercial awareness, strict financial controls, and active participation in key strategic decision-making processes.Drive the adoption of technology and explore more efficient ways of conducting business operations.Oversee all major maintenance and enhancement projects.Monitor the performance of contractors based on their respective Service Level Agreements.Plan, cost and execute an annual preventative maintenance programme.Ensure regular property inspections related to ongoing maintenance, housekeeping, health and safety.Manage the facilities team and liaise with University Buildings and Estates for capital expenditure works.Develop relevant specification documents for tendering works or service contracts.Ensure full compliance with company procurement procedures.Oversee the compliance, monitoring, improvement and implementation of health and safety processes and procedures.Provide strategic input into the review and continued development of a comprehensive risk register.Develop and implement quality processes and procedures in the areas of accommodation, customer service, procurement, inventory control and facility management processes.Monitor customer feedback and facility related KPIs.Any other duties as specified by key stakeholders.Minimum RequirementsMinimum of 5 years relevant work experience in a large property portfolio/facilities/hospitality work environment.Bachelors degree (level 8 NFQ) or equivalent in a discipline relevant to facilities management or building services.Project management, procurement and budget management experience.Comprehensive knowledge of Health and Safety legislation relevant to building and construction activities.Excellent leadership, problem-solving, interpersonal, organisational, project management, time management, negotiation and communication skills.Seniority levelExecutiveEmployment typeFull-timeJob functionManagement and ManufacturingIndustriesConstruction #J-18808-Ljbffr