The Heritage offers a sophisticated elegance with impeccable hospitality set in wonderful un-spoilt Laois countryside.
It comprises of a luxury world class Hotel and European Award Winning Spa. The Heritage also offers guests a number of on site activities such as our Health Club with Leisure Pool, Jacuzzi, Sauna and Steam rooms, 5km Walking Track and Cinema.We are currently looking to hire a Facility Manager to join our existing maintenance team. MAIN PURPOSE OF JOB: Responsible for maintenance team, ensuring overall maintenance of the entire resort with the upmost efficiency and effectiveness.
MAIN DUTIES INCLUDE: O Identify and implement energy saving initiatives and projects O Monitor energy, identify anomalies in energy consumption and address these quickly through actions and control processes.O Ensure there is an up to date legionella risk assessment and robust water testing programme in the hotel, and to receive, review and react to required actions and water test results.O Drive sustainability programs throughout the property and ensure we are managing the maintenance department towards sustainability goals and targets.O Ensure all maintenance contracts are in place in line with hotel policy on relevant equipment and systems and that the hotel is managing these effectively for increased performance and ensure the required visit reports are followed up and any recommendations are completed.O Review the Bi- annual health & Safety audits of the hotel and ensure recommended actions are implemented in an efficient manner.O Ensure there is an adequate facilities risk management program in place in the hotel.O Schedule and manage maintenance on Fire Life Safety equipment as per statutory requirements including Fire alarm, extinguishers, emergency lighting, PAT testing, Electrical Periodic Testing, insurance inspections, pressure plant, CCTV etc.
Ensure that all remedial work after statutory services is completed in a timely fashion and in accordance with our purchasing policies.O Chair monthly Health & Safety Committee meetings and oversee departmental Fire/Health & Safety training, Risk assessments, COSSH, Legionella control, Asbestos register, contractor competency, contractor risk assessments and method statements, permit to work, and F Gas compliance etc..O Manage the hotel's crisis, fire, emergency, and bomb procedures and ensure that emergency procedures are practiced and enforced regularly to provide for the security and safety of guests and employees by stimulating and encouraging a general awareness of health and safety through training, planned evacuations and personal example.O Maintain a library of H&S, Water Hygiene/Legionella Control, Asbestos and Fire Log book documentation and keep records on file for inspection by any statutory authority.
Investigate and report on accidents and issue new Risk Assessments as required based on investigation findings.O Maintain a supply of inventory necessary for optimal operating efficiency by initiating purchasing orders for maintenance supplies, machinery, equipment, parts and services as required.O Achieve the best price and suitability of product by appropriately selecting from available contractors and suppliers and review and approve all invoices in advance of payment.O Preparing facilities for changing weather conditions.O Source suppliers, negotiate prices renegotiate annual contracts for all hotel and kitchen equipment, including all health and safety items.O Liaise with accounts to ensure all purchases are in line with budget, ensuring that a purchase order is done and approved for all purchases.O To establish a duty manager SOP guide for any maintenance or health and safety issues that may arise in the absence of maintenance and be responsible for the full training of Duty Managers on this SOP.O To reactively alter procedures and fix any procedures as a result of any reported incidents in order to reduce risk and prevent this incident reoccurring.O Project Manage all refurbishment or capital expenditure projects in a cost-efficient manner and Health & Safety standards are followed.O To set a good example for your team in work, personal presentation, punctuality and attendance. HEALTH & SAFETYO To fulfil your obligations under the Health & Safety at Work Act 2005 and any revisions or additional legislation made thereto.O To ensure that reasonable care is taken for health and safety of yourself, other employees, guests and any other persons on the premises.O To keep work area tidy and safe and report any hazard, loss or damage to management.O To be aware of trained first-aid personnel on the premises and the location of first aid boxes.O To observe all safety rules and procedures, including those laid down in the Safety Statement.O To carry out and promote fire and accident/other safety drills as directed by resort management.O To participate in all Health and Safety training scheduled for you.O To inform Management immediately in the event that you are personally involved in any accident or incident on the resort grounds or if you are witness to an accident or incident involving a third party.The Heritage 'Core Values':Our Core Values are the essence of what we stand for as a company and it is our vision to instil a people focused culture within the hotel.
These 5 core values give The Heritage a framework for leadership and set the foundations for our employees to grow and prosper in their roles with usPut Our Guest FirstBe Nice, Be KindPull TogetherOwn it, Do itRaise the BarWhy work for The Heritage, part of FBD Hotels:Discounted rates in other FBD propertiesHealth Club membershipLearning and development opportunitiesTalent Development ProgrammeEmployee Assistance ProgrammeStrong team focus and team atmosphereMeals and uniform are providedFree parking onsite