Modernisation Fitter

Company : Schindler Group

Job Type : Full Time

Dublin, Dublin

Number of Applicants

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Job Description - Modernisation Fitter

We are currently recruiting for a Field Manager to join the Team based out of our Dublin Office covering Ireland. The successful applicant will be responsible for responsible for supervising the installation process and ensuring that the necessary measures to reach installation targets are in place. Their primary aim is to deliver the completed product to the customer within the parameters set, ensuring costs and quality are not compromised in doing so. The NI Field Manager is accountable for the pre-contract maintenance and the handover process, ensuring that these are managed in line with customer expectations and best practice customer service.This is a permanent and full time role.

Duties & Responsibilities:

Plan and coordinate direct activities of the Engineers in his/her group to deliver the Company's business objectives (i.e. customer satisfaction, operational results, quality, efficiency metrics etc.)

Ensure labour planning and appointment of Sub-Contract labour as required

Proactively and promptly address any problems that arise on site

Analyse root causes for any deviations from business plan/product and ensure follow up corrective actions/submission of CARs

Timely submission and management of fitter’s timesheets

Responsible for actioning and closing out retrofits

Safety audits, safety walks and near miss reporting all in line with the safety manifesto

Accurately maintain on a weekly basis, SAP and Work to lists (WTLs) in conjunction with admin team

Raising and chasing all claims requests via the claims co coordinator, and return of materials to group when required

All fitters recruitment and training, development and disciplinary matters

Timely planning and organising of all deliveries of materials and tooling to site

In conjunction with the Projects Manager, agreement of sub-contract Modernisation costs and submission of quotations to the Projects Manager

Raising of all standard letters with admin team and maintaining contract tracking sheets

Booking of all tests/re checks/technical assists and closing out items identified on OILs

Timely submission of all handover documentation of completed lifts to customer and EI, adhering to company processes

Ordering of local materials as required

Regular site visits to check progress of Modernisation and discuss any issues with the customer

All MDC design approvals as required in conjunction with the Project Manager

Ensure all fitters and Sub Contractors are fitter certificated

Regular coordination meetings with Projects Managers

Management of all PPE and workwear for Fitters and Sub Contractors

Management of fitter’s hand tools

Accident investigations and submission of accident reports

Approval of all submitted CARs prior to submitting to admin for processing

Agree in conjunction with the Projects Manager any additional costs submitted by Sub Contractors

Timely submission of all day works and variation orders to the Projects Manager

Actively promote a safety culture by being a role model for safe working practices and ensuring the application of health and safety guidelines by direct employees and sub-contractors

Build relationships with customers by acting as point of contact and establishing regular communication to ensure that customer expectations are managed, and any issues can be resolved efficiently and effectively

Follow the Fulfilment + process to develop and promote the company Modernisation plan to the required high standard

All employees are required to work in accordance with established Company Occupational Health and Safety policies and procedures to ensure compliance with current Irish legal requirements and Schindler Group safety requirements.

Employees will be required to contribute to the Company safety objectives, where necessary by maintaining/monitoring current safety systems under their direct control and implementing agreed changes (where applicable) to Schindler Ltd occupational health and safety management system.

Any duties assigned by the Projects Manager or Regional Construction Director which are deemed necessary and in the best interests of the company.

Employees are required to work in accordance with established Company Occupational Health, environmental and Safety policies and procedures to ensure compliance with current UK legal requirements and Schindler Group safety requirements.

Employees must comply with Company Health & Safety requirements and set a personal example of safe behaviour

Employees will be required to contribute to the Company safety objectives, where necessary by maintaining/monitoring current safety systems under their direct control and implementing agreed changes (where applicable) to Schindler Ltd occupational health and safety management system.

Obtaining quotations from vendors for local items

Candidate Requirements:

NVQ or HND

Experience – proven experience as an installation engineer

Experience of managing a small team

Successful track record of achievement and delivery

Proven ability to obtain results through effective team management and motivation of team members

An awareness and experience of managing Health and Safety regulations and processes

Having a sound knowledge of the N.I. Business within the Lift Industry is desirable

Ideally experienced in all aspects of lift installation with a good knowledge of current standards and legislation

Full valid driving licence Site Managers Safety Training Scheme Certificate or equivalent (may be gained once in role)

Safepass card holder