Maintenance Manager
Location: Carlow
Type: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: Negotiable, based on experience
About Xenon
Established in 2009, Xenon Building Technology Ltd is a leading provider of security, life safety and electrical solutions across Ireland. We design, install, maintain and monitor a wide range of systems including CCTV, access control, intruder alarms, fire detection, emergency lighting, gate automation and electrical compliance services.
Supporting clients across both the public and private sectors, we deliver nationwide installation and maintenance services through a team of skilled engineers, project managers and support staff.
With continued growth and expansion, we’re now looking to welcome a Maintenance Manager, based in our Carlow office, to take overall responsibility for the operational and commercial performance of our maintenance division.
About the Role
The successful candidate will lead a team of engineers delivering preventative and reactive maintenance services across fire alarm systems, emergency lighting, CCTV, access control, intruder alarms, gate automation and electrical compliance services nationwide.
The role will be responsible for ensuring systems are maintained within required service periods, contractual obligations, service level agreements (SLAs) and applicable industry standards, while maintaining high levels of customer satisfaction and supporting the continued growth of the maintenance and monitoring business.
Key Responsibilities
- Take overall responsibility for the operational and commercial performance of the maintenance division.
- Lead, mentor and develop a team of service engineers and support staff.
- Ensure all contracted systems are maintained within required service intervals, SLAs and relevant industry standards.
- Plan engineer resources and workloads to deliver preventative and reactive maintenance services nationwide.
- Monitor engineer utilisation, productivity, response times and service performance.
- Conduct site surveys and prepare maintenance quotations, contract renewals and service proposals.
- Manage customer relationships and act as the primary escalation point for service-related issues.
- Support the growth of recurring maintenance and monitoring revenue through contract renewals, service upgrades and additional opportunities.
- Monitor departmental KPIs, forecasting, resource planning and contract performance.
- Assist with maintenance tenders, service proposals and business development activities.
- Oversee subcontractor performance, compliance and service delivery.
- Drive continuous improvement across service delivery, quality, health & safety and customer satisfaction.
What we are looking for:
- Minimum 5 years' experience in a Maintenance Manager, Service Manager or similar leadership role.
- Strong technical understanding of security, CCTV, access control, fire alarm and life safety systems.
- Knowledge of relevant Irish security, fire alarm, emergency lighting and health & safety standards, regulations and industry best practices.
- Full clean driving licence.
- Proven experience managing service engineers, maintenance contracts and service level agreements.
- Strong commercial awareness and customer relationship management skills.
- Excellent leadership, communication and organisational abilities.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
- Experience using Simpro, Joblogic or similar service management software would be advantageous.
Culture Impact:
- Be part of a team that takes pride in finding the right solutions and delivering real value to customers.
- Help drive a culture where people consistently go the extra mile to support clients and one another.
- Contribute to an environment where technical expertise, innovation, and continuous improvement are part of everyday work.
- Bring energy, accountability, and a collaborative mindset that strengthens the wider team.
- Play an active role in shaping and elevating the standards, service, and culture that define Xenon.
Key Attributes:
- Leadership and people management.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Strong customer service orientation.
- Planning and organisational skills.
- Problem solving and decision making.
- Commercial and financial awareness.
- Negotiation and conflict resolution. Time management and prioritisation.
- Continuous improvement mindset.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: €30,000.00-€50,000.00 per year
Application question(s):
- Are you currently located in Ireland?
Experience:
- Fire and Security Industry: 5 years (required)
- Maintenance Management: 3 years (required)
Work authorisation:
Work Location: In person
