Business Unit Manager – Mechanical & Electrical (M&E) | Labour Services
Location:
Ireland & Europe (Regular EU travel)
About ICDS Group
ICDS is a leading provider of skilled labour and managed services to major construction and engineering contractors and projects across Ireland, the UK, and mainland Europe. Construction sectors include datacentre, pharma, medical, metro, and complex civil engineering and power generation.
The Role
We're seeking an experienced
European Business Unit Manager
to lead and grow our
Mechanical & Electrical Labour Services
business across Europe. This senior role will drive commercial growth, operational excellence, and client satisfaction while managing multi-country operations and teams.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead business growth through new client acquisition and long-term partnerships with Tier 1 contractors.
* Oversee day-to-day delivery, logistics, and workforce planning across EU sites.
* Ensure compliance with EU employment law, safety standards, and ICDS policies.
* Manage budgets, profitability, and performance of the business unit.
* Build and mentor a high-performing regional operations team.
About You
* 7–10+ years' experience in M&E labour supply, recruitment, or site management.
* Proven leadership in managing multi-country or regional operations.
* Strong commercial acumen, negotiation, and client management skills.
* Excellent understanding of EU labour markets and cross-border employment.
* Degree or trade background in Mechanical/Electrical/Construction desirable.
Why Join ICDS
* Competitive salary + performance bonus
* Vehicle/allowance, travel, and accommodation expenses
* Pension and healthcare options
* Career progression within a long-established international group
This is a key leadership opportunity to expand ICDS's European M&E presence — ideal for a results-driven, commercially minded professional ready to lead growth across multiple markets.