Facilities, Utilities & Energy Manager

You will lead the site’s energy management programme in line with ISO 50001 standards, support GMP manufacturing operations, and work cross-functionally to improve site performance, reduce costs, and ensure compliance with EHS and regulatory requirements. Key Responsibilities ● Lead and develop direct reports, fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement. ● Manage day-to-day maintenance and upkeep of facilities and utilities to support GMP manufacturing operations. ● Lead the site Energy Management Programme in accordance with ISO 50001 to maximise energy efficiency, reduce energy consumption, and meet site and corporate objectives. ● Develop, implement, and track facilities, utilities, and energy KPIs. ● Prepare, monitor, and manage energy budgets, including electricity, gas, and water consumption, as well as commercial and NPI-related costs. ● Review facility and plant performance to identify opportunities to improve reliability, reduce downtime, and enhance operational efficiency. ● Analyse data, prepare reports, and make recommendations to improve site facilities and plant operations. ● Identify, initiate, and deliver projects that improve efficiency and/or reduce operating costs. ● Lead and support the site Energy Team, including audit preparation, compliance, and energy improvement initiatives. ● Monitor utility and energy usage across the site to identify significant energy aspects, impacts, and opportunities for reduction. ● Ensure energy considerations are integrated into capital planning, procurement, change control, and equipment operation, calibration, and maintenance. ● Manage Facility, Utility and Energy-related contracts, including soft services, pest control, cleaning, access control, and key systems. ● Act as the Business Continuity Coordinator for Facilities BC activities. ● Represent the site on relevant global communities of practice. ● Promote energy awareness across the organisation and support internal and external communication relating to the energy management system. ● Support site reporting requirements, including updates to Corporate EIIS, EHS reporting, and SEAI submissions. ● Ensure adherence to EHS, GMP, company policies, procedures, and applicable regulatory requirements. Qualifications ● Relevant third-level qualification in engineering, facilities management, energy management, or a related discipline, or equivalent relevant experience gained in the pharmaceutical industry. ● 7+ years experience in facilities, utilities, energy management, or engineering within a pharmaceutical, manufacturing, or regulated environment. ● Previous experience managing a team ideally in a matrixed environment. ● Strategic mindset with the ability to set strategic direction of the team. ● Experience managing preventative maintenance programmes, utility systems, and energy efficiency initiatives ● Proven ability to lead cross-functional initiatives and manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment.. ● Must have strong CMMS experience and high level of computer literacy – Excel, Word and Powerpoint. ● Demonstrated experience in budget management, KPI tracking, and operational improvement delivery. ● Strong knowledge of ISO 50001, GMP, and EHS requirements.