Paul Lehane
Wexford
Summary
Dedicated and adaptable professional with a proactive attitude and the ability to learn quickly. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand. Strong work ethic and effective communication skills. Eager to contribute to a dynamic team and support organizational goals.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Facilities Manager
Mitie/ Apleona
Wexford, Ireland
10.2023 - Current
- Subcontracted by both companies listed above to the Environmental Protection Agency head office in Johnstown Castle, Wexford.
- Inspected equipment, facility grounds, external building structure and systems on regular basis.
- Coordinated with onsite managers and other outside agencies regarding safety and preventive maintenance.
- Maintained records of all building systems including HVAC, plumbing, electrical.
- Held oversight of equipment maintenance, repairs and installations scheduling and work performed.
- Conducted regular inspections of equipment, buildings, grounds, and other areas to identify necessary repairs or improvements.
- Directed maintenance and operations of facility systems to minimize service interruptions.
- Coordinated the activities of subcontractors in relation to facility maintenance projects.
- Completed routine maintenance and repair.
- Conducted routine maintenance and repairs on mechanical systems and industrial equipment.
- Delivery of building inductions for new staff and contractors.
- Accommodation – planning and executing accommodation changes.
- Energy: Identifying opportunities for energy, and carbon reductions.
Technical Lead
CBRE GWS
Cork
09.2019 - 08.2023
- Technical lead/Task supervisor/MCL (MSD Brinny Cork)
- Responsible for the management and co-ordination of technical contractors working under the CBRE scope in areas including specific GMP/Non GMP areas and equipment.
- Ensuring all PPMs, CM's and RM's work orders are completed on time and in a safe and effective manner.
- Performed root cause analysis for incidents and identified permanent fixes.
- Facilitated communication between different teams to ensure successful completion of projects.
- Ensured compliance with established processes, procedures, policies, guidelines, and standards.
- Connected with clients to identify needs and provide helpful solutions.
- Collaborated with other team members to troubleshoot complex issues and develop solutions.
Service Engineer
Horizon Safety Systems
Cork
10.2012 - 09.2019
- Installed, serviced and commissioned new customer life safety systems including addressable and conventional fire alarm systems, emergency lighting systems, gas detection systems & suppression systems according to specifications. This included MorleyIAS, Kentech, Notifier, Gent, Ziton, C-tec, Advance Electronics, HCK and Monicon equipment.
- Provided technical support for customers on site or remotely via phone or email.
- Performed preventive maintenance of customer systems as per schedule.
- Maintained accurate records of work performed in order to ensure quality assurance.
- Responded quickly to emergency calls from customers regarding technical issues.
Service Engineer
Apex Fire
Cork
10.2010 - 09.2012
- The sale and service of both fire life safety systems and fire fighting equipment in the greater Cork and Kerry region
- Installed, configured and commissioned new customer equipment according to specifications.
- Resolved customer service requests within the given time frame.
- Clients included the HSE, Liebherr Containers and the Killarney Hotel group
Service Engineer
ADT Fire and Security
Cork
01.2007 - 05.2009
- Worked in commercial units, banks, hospitals and schools in the Munster area
- Serviced and maintained both addressable and conventional fire alarm systems, Vesda air sampling units and gas suppression systems.
- Liaised with contractors on design and installation of fire alarms
- Worked on an on call roster
Service Engineer
Irish Energy Management
Cork
10.2006 - 01.2007
- Sub contracted to ADT Fire and Security
Service Engineer
Apex Fire
Cork
03.2004 - 12.2005
- Experience as above with Apex Fire
Apprentice Electrician
Dornan Engineering
09.2002 - 09.2003
- Final year of apprenticeship
- Supervised apprentices and assessed completed tasks, offering guidance and encouragement.
- Diagnosed malfunctioning wiring using test equipment to locate faults.
- Tested electrical systems and circuit continuity using ohmmeters and voltmeters
Apprentice Electrician
Irish Energy Management
09.1999 - 09.2002
- Installed electrical wiring and fixtures, such as outlets, switches, circuit breakers, junction boxes and wall sockets.
- Installed conduits or pipes inside partitions, walls or other designated, concealed areas.
- Performed general maintenance on electrical systems including replacing worn parts and repairing faulty wiring.
- Assisted with electrical installation tasks, added new wiring and adjusted breaker boxes.
- Worked in team-based environment to accomplish projects.
- Kept work areas clean, neat and organized for efficient operations.
Education
National Craft Certificate - Electrical
MTU
Cork09.2003
Some College (No Degree) - Electronic Technological Skills
St Johns Central College
CorkLeaving Certificate
Douglas Community School
Cork06.1998
Skills
- Full Clean drivers license
- Strong communicator and problem solver
- Diplomatic person with the ability to work on my own/within a team
- Safepass certificate
- Manual Handling certificate
- MEWP certificate
- Microsoft Word, Email and internet
References
- References available on request
Timeline
Facilities Manager
Mitie/ Apleona
10.2023 - Current
Technical Lead
CBRE GWS
09.2019 - 08.2023
Service Engineer
Horizon Safety Systems
10.2012 - 09.2019
Service Engineer
Apex Fire
10.2010 - 09.2012
Service Engineer
ADT Fire and Security
01.2007 - 05.2009
Service Engineer
Irish Energy Management
10.2006 - 01.2007
Service Engineer
Apex Fire
03.2004 - 12.2005
Apprentice Electrician
Dornan Engineering
09.2002 - 09.2003
Apprentice Electrician
Irish Energy Management
09.1999 - 09.2002
National Craft Certificate - Electrical
MTU
Some College (No Degree) - Electronic Technological Skills
St Johns Central College
Leaving Certificate
Douglas Community School
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