Manager of Department of Mechanical Engineering (University of Limerick)

Position Details Job Title: Technical Services Manager – Buildings and Estates Department: Buildings and Estates Department Organizational Unit: Office of the Director of Buildings and Estates Job ID: 085369 Job Type: Permanent Competition Type: Staff Salary: €70,551 – €113,366 per annum Application Deadline: 04 December 2026, 12:00 noon (Irish Standard Time) Job Synopsis The University of Limerick is seeking an experienced Technical Services Manager to provide leadership across the University’s mechanical, electrical and building services infrastructure and support the continued development of a world-class campus environment. Reporting to the Head of Technical Services and Sustainability, the role is responsible for the operational governance, resilience and lifecycle management of critical infrastructure systems across a large and diverse estate. The successful candidate will lead technical services operations, infrastructure renewal programmes, contractor and service provider performance, statutory compliance, asset management and technical support for capital projects. As a senior member of the Technical Services and Sustainability Team, the Technical Services Manager will contribute to strategic estate planning, infrastructure investment decisions, operational excellence and the delivery of long-term sustainability objectives. The role offers the opportunity to influence the future development of a growing and increasingly complex university estate while leading a highly skilled technical function. This position will appeal to an experienced engineering professional with strong technical, leadership and stakeholder management capabilities who is seeking a challenging and rewarding management role within higher education. About the University University of Limerick is a research-led, energetic and enterprising institution with a proud record of innovation and excellence in education and scholarships. We value creativity, curiosity and excellence in our inclusive community which is committed to social good. Our motto Eagna chun Gnímh translates as Wisdom for Action reflecting our mission to contribute to the discovery of new knowledge for a better world. Informal Enquiries Mr Eric Crowe Head of Technical Services and Sustainability Buildings and Estates Department University of Limerick Email: eric.crowe@ul.ie Application Procedure The closing date for receipt of applications is Friday, 4th December 2026. Applications must be completed online before 12 noon, Irish Standard Time on the closing date. Required Application Documents: A letter of introduction and a current CV indicating how you meet the criteria outlined in the Job description. A completed online application form. Work Authorisation Requirements Are you currently legally entitled to work and reside in Ireland? If you are not currently an EEA Citizen and have stated that you are currently legally entitled to work and reside in Ireland, you MUST upload a copy of your current Visa and Work permit in the attachments section application form. Unfortunately, if the attachment, as noted, is required and not provided your application cannot be processed. Please note your current work authorisation status must allow you to fulfil the terms of the contract on offer. Please email erecruitment@ul.ie if you experience any difficulties. Applications are welcome from suitably qualified candidates. Further information for applicants and application material is available online from: University of Limerick Vacancies We are committed to upholding the principles of fairness, equality, and transparency in pay, in line with the EU Pay Transparency Directive (Directive (EU) 2023/970). Many thanks for your interest in this role. Job Description Click here to view the full Job Description Contact Information Contact Person: Not specified Contact Email: Not specified Contact Number: Not specified Job ID: 085369 Closing Date: 04 December 2026, 12:00 noon If you apply for this position please say you saw it on Engineeroxy

Position Details

Job Title: Technical Services Manager – Buildings and Estates
Department: Buildings and Estates Department
Organizational Unit: Office of the Director of Buildings and Estates
Job ID: 085369
Job Type: Permanent
Competition Type: Staff
Salary: €70,551 – €113,366 per annum
Application Deadline: 04 December 2026, 12:00 noon (Irish Standard Time)

Job Synopsis

The University of Limerick is seeking an experienced Technical Services Manager to provide leadership across the University’s mechanical, electrical and building services infrastructure and support the continued development of a world-class campus environment. Reporting to the Head of Technical Services and Sustainability, the role is responsible for the operational governance, resilience and lifecycle management of critical infrastructure systems across a large and diverse estate. The successful candidate will lead technical services operations, infrastructure renewal programmes, contractor and service provider performance, statutory compliance, asset management and technical support for capital projects. As a senior member of the Technical Services and Sustainability Team, the Technical Services Manager will contribute to strategic estate planning, infrastructure investment decisions, operational excellence and the delivery of long-term sustainability objectives. The role offers the opportunity to influence the future development of a growing and increasingly complex university estate while leading a highly skilled technical function. This position will appeal to an experienced engineering professional with strong technical, leadership and stakeholder management capabilities who is seeking a challenging and rewarding management role within higher education.

About the University

University of Limerick is a research-led, energetic and enterprising institution with a proud record of innovation and excellence in education and scholarships. We value creativity, curiosity and excellence in our inclusive community which is committed to social good. Our motto Eagna chun Gnímh translates as Wisdom for Action reflecting our mission to contribute to the discovery of new knowledge for a better world.

Informal Enquiries

Mr Eric Crowe

Head of Technical Services and Sustainability

Buildings and Estates Department

University of Limerick

Email: eric.crowe@ul.ie

Application Procedure

The closing date for receipt of applications is Friday, 4th December 2026.

Applications must be completed online before 12 noon, Irish Standard Time on the closing date.

Required Application Documents:

A letter of introduction and a current CV indicating how you meet the criteria outlined in the Job description.
A completed online application form.

Work Authorisation Requirements

Are you currently legally entitled to work and reside in Ireland?

If you are not currently an EEA Citizen and have stated that you are currently legally entitled to work and reside in Ireland, you MUST upload a copy of your current Visa and Work permit in the attachments section application form. Unfortunately, if the attachment, as noted, is required and not provided your application cannot be processed.

Please note your current work authorisation status must allow you to fulfil the terms of the contract on offer.

Please email erecruitment@ul.ie if you experience any difficulties.

Applications are welcome from suitably qualified candidates.

Further information for applicants and application material is available online from: University of Limerick Vacancies

We are committed to upholding the principles of fairness, equality, and transparency in pay, in line with the EU Pay Transparency Directive (Directive (EU) 2023/970).

Many thanks for your interest in this role.