Automation Manager

Automation Manager 

Contract Duration/Type: Permanent  

Location: Kilkenny 

Hybrid/Onsite: Hybrid 

Working Pattern (Time/Hours): Monday-Friday, 8:30am to 17:30pm 

Overview of the role: 

The Automation Manager will provide clear leadership and direction within our Automation Team as it continues to grow. This role will focus on team management, project oversight, and ensuring consistent delivery of high-quality automation solutions across our water and wastewater projects throughout Ireland.

The successful candidate will take responsibility for guiding the team’s development, supporting standardisation across our automation offering, be a subject matter expert and contribute to strategic planning within the wider Water Division. 

• Lead, mentor and manage the Automation team  in the design and implementation of control systems across multiple project locations
• Provide oversight and guidance across all automation aspects of water and wastewater projects
• Support project planning, resource allocation and team coordination to ensure successful delivery
• Maintain strong relationships with internal design, engineering, and project teams to ensure automation is effectively integrated into all project phases
• Support the professional development of engineers and technicians through coaching, training, and feedback
• Oversee the standardisation of automation practices, documentation, and quality control measures across projects
• Ensure compliance with relevant industry regulations, company standards, and Health, Safety & Environmental requirements
• Stay informed of emerging technologies and drive innovation within the automation discipline
• Assist in the selection and evaluation of automation technologies, suppliers, and subcontractors
• Managing automation subcontractors, including selection, performance monitoring and coordination of activities
• Responding to and resolving client queries regarding automation systems and solutions,
• Ensuring all automation implementations comply with project specifications and standards
• Developing and managing project budgets, including cost estimation and tracking
• As a subject matter expert provide support to the Commissioning Team with particular oversight of Electrical Commissioning activities, processes and standards etc. 

•  Degree in Engineering (Electrical, Computer, or related field) or equivalent
• 7 years + of automation experience relevant to water and wastewater engineering,
• Experience in construction environment and applicable water and wastewater engineering projects,
• Expertise and knowledge of Water and Wastewater Treatment Engineering
• Strong Problem solving skills
• Knowledge of IT and cyber security systems
• Effective Time Management and Communication skills
• Self-sustaining engineer with ability to effectively work as part of a t

• Health Insurance (Employee Only)
• Life Assurance
• Annual Leave
• Pension (Employee/Employer contribution)