Sodexo is hiring a Head of Operations - Facilities Management in Dublin 8, Republic of Ireland, to lead Integrated Facilities Management services at the iconic St James's Gate Brewery. The full-time, permanent role pays โฌ85,000 per annum plus a 10% bonus and Sodexo benefits, runs 40 hours per week and closes on 12 November 2026. At Youth Works Hub, we reviewed the full vacancy and set out every responsibility, requirement and benefit below.
Role Details at a Glance
๐ข Employer: Sodexo
๐ Job reference: SDX/TP/2322703/162985
๐ Location: Dublin 8, Republic of Ireland
๐ญ Site: St James's Gate Brewery
๐ Job type: Full Time, 40 hours per week
๐ Contract: Full Time, Permanent
๐ถ Salary: โฌ85,000 per annum plus 10% Bonus and Sodexo Benefits
โณ Closing date: 12 November 2026
A Senior Leadership Role at St James's Gate Brewery
Sodexo is seeking an experienced and dynamic Head of Operations to lead the delivery of Integrated Facilities Management services at St James's Gate Brewery in Dublin. This is a senior leadership position with responsibility for the end-to-end operational delivery of a complex, high-volume manufacturing environment.
Strategy Combined with Day-to-Day Operations
The Head of Operations provides strategic direction while remaining closely connected to day-to-day operations. The aim is to ensure that services are delivered safely, efficiently, compliantly and to the highest possible standards.
Leading a Team of More Than 150 People
The role leads a diverse team of more than 150 employees, alongside external subcontractors. The postholder is responsible for ensuring that the site continues to deliver outstanding workplace and customer experiences while supporting the client's operational and strategic objectives.
Leadership Across the Integrated FM Portfolio
๐งญ Provide strategic and operational leadership across the full Integrated Facilities Management portfolio, including Hard FM, Soft FM, Security, Catering, Cleaning, Waste Management, Grounds Maintenance and Workplace Services
๐ Ensure all services are delivered in line with contractual requirements, SLAs, KPIs and client expectations
Financial Accountability for the Contract
๐ถ Take overall accountability for the financial performance of the contract, including budgeting, forecasting, cost control and P&L management
๐ Identify and deliver cost-saving, efficiency and revenue-growth opportunities while maintaining service quality and compliance
People Leadership and Culture
๐ฅ Lead and inspire a large, multidisciplinary team
๐ Develop a high-performance culture focused on safety, service excellence and accountability
Client and Stakeholder Relationships
๐ค Build and maintain strong, long-term relationships with senior client stakeholders, acting as a trusted operational advisor
๐ Work collaboratively with Operations, HR, Finance, Procurement, Property and Corporate Functions to deliver business objectives
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Continuous Improvement and Innovation
๐ก Champion continuous improvement, innovation and operational excellence
๐ Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, quality and customer experience
Compliance in a GMP-Sensitive Manufacturing Environment
โ Ensure full compliance with statutory, regulatory, health & safety, environmental and food-safety requirements within a GMP-sensitive manufacturing environment
๐๏ธ Maintain robust governance, performance monitoring, risk management and audit processes
Asset Management and Lifecycle Planning
โ๏ธ Oversee asset management and lifecycle planning to maximise reliability, efficiency and value from critical infrastructure and equipment
Transformation, Mobilisation and Special Projects
๐ Lead transformation, mobilisation and special projects, ensuring effective implementation and business continuity
Safety, Resilience and Risk
๐ฆบ Embed a strong zero-harm safety culture across all operations
๐จ Ensure business continuity, crisis management and emergency response plans are maintained, tested and effective
โ ๏ธ Identify and manage operational, financial and reputational risks
Sustainability Initiatives
โป๏ธ Drive sustainability initiatives, including energy efficiency and waste reduction
Oversight of the Security Function
๐ก๏ธ Provide strategic oversight of the security function, ensuring compliance with corporate and CTPAT standards
Who Sodexo Is Looking For
The ideal candidate is an accomplished senior operations or facilities management leader with a proven track record of managing complex, multidisciplinary teams and delivering high-quality services within a demanding environment.
Experience and Skills Sodexo Would Ideally See
๐ฏ A minimum of 5 years' experience in a senior management or leadership position within Integrated Facilities Management
๐ Proven experience managing large, diverse, high-performing teams
๐ญ Demonstrable experience working within a manufacturing environment, ideally with strong GMP compliance experience
๐ Proven responsibility for P&L and financial management
๐งฎ Strong commercial awareness and the ability to interpret complex financial and operational information
๐ค Excellent client relationship and stakeholder management skills
๐งฉ Strong problem-solving abilities, with the confidence to remain calm and decisive under pressure
โฑ๏ธ Experience managing multiple priorities in a complex and fast-moving environment
๐๏ธ Experience with project works and subcontractor management
๐ฌ Excellent communication, interpersonal and customer service skills
โก A proactive, decisive and commercially minded approach, with a strong sense of ownership
๐ป Strong IT skills, including Microsoft Office, Outlook and SharePoint
Desirable Qualifications
๐ HNC / BIFM qualification
๐ฆบ IOSH or NEBOSH Health & Safety qualification
๐ CIEH Level 3 qualification
Why Work at Sodexo?
Sodexo describes working with the company as more than a job: a chance to be part of something greater. Employees are invited to belong in a company and team that values them for who they are, act with purpose and have an impact through their everyday actions, and thrive in their own way.
Perks, Rewards and Benefits
๐ง Unlimited access to an online platform offering wellbeing support
๐ An extensive Employee Assistance Programme to help with everyday issues or life's larger problems, including legal and financial advice, support with work or personal issues impacting wellbeing
๐ฉบ Access to a 24hr virtual GP Service, with video or phone consultations for colleagues and their families
๐๏ธ Sodexo Discounts Scheme, offering deals 24/7 across popular high street retailers (also open to friends and family)
๐ฆ Membership of the Sodexo Pension Plan to save for the future
๐ Opportunities to grow and succeed throughout a career at Sodexo, including a variety of learning and development tools
๐ฒ Bike to Work Scheme
๐ด Sodexo UK and Ireland's enhanced benefits and leave policies, covering holidays, care needs and major life events
About Sodexo
Sodexo's stated purpose is to create a better every day for everyone to build a better life for all. As the global leader in services that improve the Quality of Life, it operates in 55 countries and serves over 100 million consumers each day through its combination of On-Site Food and FM Services, Benefits & Rewards Services and Personal & Home Services.
Inclusion and Disability Confident Commitment
Sodexo says it is committed to being an inclusive employer and a forces friendly employer, and it welcomes applications from people with a diverse variety of experiences, backgrounds and identities. Employees can get involved with Employee Networks such as Pride, Sodexo Parents & Carers, Sodexo Disability, Ability network, SoTogether, Generations and Origins. As a Disability Confident Leader employer, Sodexo runs a Disability Confident interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria for the job.
Social Impact
According to Sodexo, more than 50% of colleagues contribute to thousands of volunteer hours every year, and its Charitable Foundation has donated over ยฃ9 million to charities and good causes.
Supporting Documents on the Vacancy Page
The vacancy lists two file downloads: a benefits brochure (HR-5933_Benefits ROI 25 Brochure V9.pdf) and a role document (Head of Operations SJG (1).docx). Sodexo also offers an online CV-building tool for applicants who need help preparing their CV.
Early Closing Notice
Sodexo reserves the right to close this advert early if it receives a high number of applications, so applying well before the closing date is advisable.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the salary for the Sodexo Head of Operations role in Dublin?
The role pays โฌ85,000 per annum plus a 10% bonus. Successful candidates also receive Sodexo benefits, including a pension plan, wellbeing support and a virtual GP service.
Where is the job based?
The position is based in Dublin 8, Republic of Ireland. It leads Integrated Facilities Management services at St James's Gate Brewery, a complex, high-volume manufacturing site.
Is this a permanent position?
Yes. The contract is Full Time and Permanent, with 40 hours per week.
How many people will the Head of Operations manage?
The role leads a diverse team of more than 150 employees. It also oversees external subcontractors working on the site.
How much experience is required?
Sodexo would ideally like a minimum of 5 years' experience in a senior management or leadership position within Integrated Facilities Management. Proven P&L responsibility and experience managing large teams are also listed.
Is manufacturing or GMP experience needed?
Demonstrable experience working within a manufacturing environment is listed, ideally with strong GMP compliance experience. The site is described as a GMP-sensitive manufacturing environment.
Which qualifications are desirable?
Desirable qualifications are an HNC / BIFM qualification, an IOSH or NEBOSH Health & Safety qualification, and a CIEH Level 3 qualification.
Which services fall under this role?
The portfolio covers Hard FM, Soft FM, Security, Catering, Cleaning, Waste Management, Grounds Maintenance and Workplace Services. The role also oversees the security function in line with corporate and CTPAT standards.
Can the advert close before 12 November 2026?
Yes. Sodexo reserves the right to close the advert early if it receives a high number of applications.
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Deadline
โณ 12 November 2026
Link
Apply online: https://community.sodexojobs.co.uk/members/?j=162985
