About the Opportunity
The Engineering & Technical Facilities Manager will oversee the maintenance and operational integrity of buildings, infrastructure, and production equipment across all sites in the EMEA (Europe, Middle East & Africa) region. This role ensures that facilities operate efficiently, reliably, and in compliance with safety/legislative standards, while upholding Driscoll’s core values of humility, passion, and trustworthiness.
Responsibilities
In this role, you combine strategic oversight with hands-on leadership. You ensure business continuity, compliance and performance across facilities operations, while leading teams and stakeholders towards efficient and future-ready solutions.
Facilities Maintenance & Operations
1. Lead preventive and corrective maintenance programs for buildings and technical installations
2. Ensure compliance of all systems (HVAC, electrical, mechanical, plumbing) with regulatory and safety standards
3. Manage the EMEA maintenance budget and drive cost optimisation
4. Lead sustainability and energy-reduction initiatives, supporting Scope 2 reduction and the journey to Net Zero 2032
Project & Investment Management
5. Lead engineering and maintenance projects across EMEA, delivered on time, within scope and budget
6. Develop and manage a 3–5 year facilities and capital investment plan
7. Identify and implement opportunities to improve performance, reliability and efficiency
Leadership & Collaboration
8. Lead, develop and engage Maintenance & Engineering teams across the EMEA region
9. Foster a culture of collaboration, accountability and continuous improvement
10. Assess capability needs and implement targeted training and development plans
Safety, Standards & Quality
11. Champion health & safety in close collaboration with H&S teams
12. Conduct audits and risk assessments to ensure safe working environments
13. Develop, implement and maintain Driscoll’s facilities and engineering standards
Candidate Profile
You are a people-oriented technical leader with a strong sense of ownership and a collaborative mindset. You combine engineering expertise with strategic thinking and are comfortable operating in a multi-site, multicultural environment.
14. Proven experience in Engineering and/or Facilities Management
15. Strong knowledge of health & safety regulations, with a people-first approach
16. Demonstrated ability to manage projects, budgets and vendor relationships transparently
17. Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
18. Proactive, solution-driven and energised by continuous improvement
19. Willingness to travel regularly across the EMEA region