Technical Services Officer, Chief Assistant

Technical Services officer - Chief Assistant (CATSO)

Permanent Contract

JOB PURPOSE: The role will be responsible for supporting the Director of Estates in managing the various functions with the Estates Directorate. Reporting to the Director of Estates, the CATSO will support with the oversight and the delivery of high-quality services and supports to all services across the Organisation. To include Technical Services, Property and Asset Management, Project Management, Climate Action, Housing, Fire Safety and Transport.

Essential Qualiications:

· NFQ Level 8 qualification relevant to property management, engineering, energy, housing, or transport.

· Be proficient in using Microsoft Office programs including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

· Hold a full clean Driving Licence.

· Own vehicle that can be used for work (travel to various sites will be required. Public sector mileage and subsistence rates applicable).

· Training in the use of a facilities management program / software.

Desirable Qualifications:

· Post graduate qualification in a relevant management/ business discipline (NFQ level 9).

· Hold a qualification relevant to transport maintenance, certification, or management.

· Have completed training relevant to the Climate Action Plan and Roadmap for Public Sector Organisations.

Essential Experience:

· Have a minimum of 4years’ experience working in an estates / property management team, and 2 years reporting directly into Senior Management.

· Can demonstrate a high level of experience relating to accountability for budget management, reporting to internal and external Stakeholders, feasibility planning, auditing, and reporting.

· Can demonstrate a high level of experience in preparing capital works applications for funding, including supporting information at feasibility stages.

· Can demonstrate experience in the collation and submission of data for the SEAI M&R reporting system for energy use, and the implementation of a Climate Action Roadmap.

· Is familiar with the performance standards for Approved Housing Bodies and ensuring compliance with same.

· Can demonstrate a high level of experience in the management of a transport service including development of policies and procedures, fleet management, route planning and statutory compliance.

· Can demonstrate experience in change management, implementation of processes and procedures and the management of teams.

· Can demonstrate a high level of experience working in a large Organisation, requiring a cross-departmental approach to problem solving, and are familiar with reporting structures and formats.

Desirable Experience:

· Have experience in the rollout of a transport department review, change management, budget analysis and future planning.

· Have experience working in a disability sector (Section 38, 39 or other), and are familiar with HSE circulars and processes, and the role of an estates department in supporting the delivery of services.

SALARY SCALE: Technical Services Officer Chief Assistant Grade, €78,303 to €97,732. (HSE Pay Scale March 2025)

Should you have no prior public sector experience you will be placed on point 1 of the pay-scale above

LOCATION: 89 Lagan Road or Ballymun HQ, according to the needs of the organisation.

HOURS OF WORK: 35hours per week. Details of starting and finishing times, which may vary in accordance with Service needs.

How to Apply:

ALL of the below must be received before the application is deemed complete.

1. A comprehensive CV, detailing education, skills, career history, experience.

2. A short cover letter/personal statement (i.e., no more than 2 pages) outlining why you wish to be considered for the post and where you believe your skills, experience and values meet the requirements of the position of CATSO in the Estates Department for St. Michael’s House.

Selection Process:

The Selection Process may include: -

· Shortlisting of candidates, based on the information contained in their application and assessment of competencies detailed in respect of the role.

· Competency based interview (face to face interview).

Interview Dates:

Interviews scheduled to take place in May 2025. The onus is on all applicants that are short listed for interview to ensure they are available for interview.

Please Note:

· You can expect to receive emails from us at the relevant stages notifying you to check your email for campaign updates.

· We endeavour to give as much notice as possible for interview dates etc. Candidates should make themselves available on the date(s) specified by St. Michael’s House.

Closing Date: 20th May 2025 at 5 pm.

Informal enquiries to: Diarmuid Devereux (Director of Estates) – diarmuid.devereux@smh.ie

Candidates should note that canvassing will disqualify them.

St. Michael’s House is an Equal Opportunities Employer.