General Manager – Transport Industry
Dublin | Onsite | Permanent
€80,000 - €100,000 DOE
TechHeads are delighted to partner with a long-standing leader in Ireland's transport, mobility, and intelligent traffic systems sector. Our partnered client has been shaping Ireland's transport infrastructure for over two decades and is now entering a major growth phase driven by national investment and expansion of their technology and service offerings.
As they continue to scale nationwide, they are seeking a General Manager (Transport) to take a senior leadership position within the organisation. This role will provide day-to-day operational leadership, drive delivery across national transport programmes, and represent the company at senior levels with government bodies, councils, and industry partners.
This position is an exceptional opportunity for a driven, strategic, and hands-on leader who wants to make a tangible impact on Ireland's transport future — with a clear pathway towards Managing Director level for the right candidate.
What You Will Be Doing
* Leading the daily operations of the Transport division and ensuring smooth delivery across active projects.
* Developing and maintaining strong relationships with major stakeholders including the NTA, local authorities, and public transport partners.
* Overseeing large-scale national infrastructure projects and ensuring successful delivery.
* Representing the organisation at high-level industry events, client meetings, and government engagements.
* Supporting and guiding teams across contract management, engineering, admin, and software.
* Playing a key role in tender preparation, commercial decisions, and long-term planning.
* Acting as a central decision-maker across operations, delivery, and team direction.
* Being fully present onsite (Monday–Friday) to lead, support, and set the standard for the wider team.
Required Experience:
* Background in transport, ITS, engineering, mobility, or public-sector infrastructure.
* Strong understanding of the Irish transport landscape and key bodies.
* Proven experience delivering complex, multi-stakeholder projects at pace.
* A confident and personable leader with strong communication skills.
* Someone energetic, resourceful, and comfortable taking ownership in a hands-on environment.
* Excellent relationship-building skills and the ability to represent the company at senior levels.
* A collaborative leader who can bring teams together around a shared vision.
Salary: €80,000 - €100,000 DOE
Benefits: Healthcare, Pension, Bonus and more.
Please note this position requires 5 days onsite in South Dublin, and candidates must currently be located in Ireland, holding an EU Passport or Stamp 4 Visa.
Please send a copy of your CV to to be considered for this position.