Location: Northern Ireland & Republic of Ireland (Client Sites)
Company: Horizon Engineering Solutions
Job Type: Full-Time
About Horizon Engineering Solutions
Horizon Engineering Solutions provides City & Guilds accredited electrical and mechanical technical training through its dedicated Training Academy and onsite programmes. We also deliver facilities management solutions and Health, Safety, Quality & Environmental (HSQE) compliance support tailored to client requirements.
Working with clients across the island of Ireland, we help organisations maintain safe, efficient and compliant operations while offering employees exposure to a wide variety of industries and sites.
The Opportunity
We are seeking an experienced Facilities Technician or Industrial Electrical Technician looking to progress into a facilities management and supervisory role.
This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing organisation where you will play a key role in maintaining critical site infrastructure, supporting operational performance and ensuring compliance with health, safety and quality standards.
Key Responsibilities
- Ensure all equipment under Horizon's control is maintained and repaired to maximise efficiency, reliability and safety.
- Maintain and monitor site utilities including HVAC systems, office heating systems, compressed air systems and other critical plant.
- Support and oversee maintenance activities carried out by third-party contractors.
- Work with minimal supervision while maintaining a flexible and client-focused approach.
- Follow established quality procedures and identify opportunities for continuous improvement.
- Work collaboratively with the Site Manager/Supervisor and wider site team.
- Provide support across other client sites and shift patterns when required.
- Deliver site cover on a day-shift pattern.
Main Duties
- Safely operate and maintain all utilities and plant under Horizon's control, ensuring contractual KPI performance.
- Follow all Health, Safety and Environmental procedures and site requirements.
- Respond appropriately during emergency situations and follow documented emergency procedures.
- Act as a Competent Person under Site Electrical Safety Rules.
- Report accidents, incidents, occupational illnesses and emergencies.
- Host and induct specialist contractors and ensure compliance with site requirements.
- Prepare and review Risk Assessments and Method Statements (RAMS).
- Oversee Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM), servicing, inspections and commissioning activities.
- Issue Permits to Work and Isolation Permits for employees and contractors.
- Demonstrate sound knowledge of building services and production systems.
- Respond to operational breakdowns and fault requests.
- Provide effective feedback to the Site Manager regarding equipment, systems and site abnormalities.
- Provide holiday and absence cover within the wider team, including Site Supervisor cover when required.
- Take ownership of defects and ensure repairs are completed.
- Act as a key contact for Helpdesk requests.
- Lead and support continuous improvement projects.
- Undertake additional duties within your skills, knowledge and competency as directed by management.
Essential Qualifications
- ONC, OND or higher qualification in an Electrical Engineering discipline.
- Minimum 3 years' post-apprenticeship experience in an industrial engineering environment.
Desirable Qualifications
Knowledge & Experience
- Strong knowledge of Health & Safety legislation and compliance requirements.
- Understanding of ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001 and ISO 50001 management systems.
- Understanding of statutory and regulatory compliance requirements.
- Experience working within an industrial engineering environment.
- Computer literacy with the ability to use CMMS and maintenance management systems.
- Knowledge of electrical, mechanical and control systems.
- Proven fault-finding and problem-solving skills across electrical and mechanical systems.
- Strong analytical and troubleshooting ability.
- Positive and proactive approach to continuous improvement.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Commitment to delivering a first-time fix culture.
- Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
- Self-motivated with a proactive approach to work.
- Commitment to personal development and safety excellence.
At Horizon Engineering Solutions, we invest in our people.
Successful candidates will have access to personal and professional development through our Belfast-based Training Academy, including progression towards:
- LVAP (Low Voltage Authorised Person)
- HVAP (High Voltage Authorised Person)
- Additional technical and leadership development programmes
Why Join Horizon Engineering Solutions?
- Career progression opportunities
- Industry-recognised training and qualifications
- Supportive team environment
- Exposure to facilities management and supervisory responsibilities
- Varied industrial and commercial site experience
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Contact Details:
Horizon Engineering Solutions Ltd Recruitment Team
