About the Opportunity

The Engineering & Technical Facilities Manager will oversee the maintenance and operational integrity of buildings and infrastructure 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

• Lead preventive and corrective maintenance programs for buildings and technical installations

• Ensure compliance of all systems (HVAC, electrical, mechanical, plumbing) with regulatory and safety standards

• Manage the EMEA maintenance budget and drive cost optimisation

• Lead sustainability and energy-reduction initiatives, supporting Scope 2 reduction and the journey to Net Zero 2032

Project & Investment Management

• Lead engineering and maintenance projects across EMEA, delivered on time, within scope and budget

• Develop and manage a 3–5 year facilities and capital investment plan

• Identify and implement opportunities to improve performance, reliability and efficiency

Leadership & Collaboration

• Lead, develop and engage Maintenance & Engineering teams across the EMEA region

• Foster a culture of collaboration, accountability and continuous improvement

• Assess capability needs and implement targeted training and development plans

Safety, Standards & Quality

• Champion health & safety in close collaboration with H&S teams

• Conduct audits and risk assessments to ensure safe working environments

• 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. 

• Proven experience in Engineering and/or Facilities Management 
• Strong knowledge of health & safety regulations, with a people-first approach 
• Demonstrated ability to manage projects, budgets and vendor relationships transparently 
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills 
• Proactive, solution-driven and energised by continuous improvement 
• Willingness to travel regularly across the EMEA region