A leading manufacturing firm based in Longford is seeking a Design Manager to join its in-house design team. The role involves managing design programmes, leading a team of designers, and ensuring technical specifications meet manufacturing requirements. Candidates should have experience in Timber Frame design, be proficient in AutoCAD, and demonstrate strong problem-solving skills. This position offers a compelling salary and benefits package, along with a dynamic work environment. #J-18808-Ljbffr
DTE Manufacturing, part of the Glennon Brothers group, based in Longford, is one of Ireland’s leading manufacturers of timber frame homes and roof structures. Our Clients range from private individuals to the most prestigious national building and construction companies. We have an exciting opportunity for a Design Manager to join and lead our in-house design team in our Longford Office. Key Responsibilities Create and manage design programmes in line with client contractual agreements. Manage all technical aspects of the business, including internal & external queries. Work closely with the estimating team to contribute technical knowledge and value engineering at tender stage. Work closely with the Production Manager to ensure all information for manufacture is in line with manufacturing requirements and improve processes where required. Manage a team of in-house designers, setting targets and reporting on progress. Build and maintain strong, long‑lasting customer relationships with key accounts across Ireland. Liaising with client design teams and external consultants in relation to live projects. Liaising with site teams in relation to queries arising. Knowledge, Skills and Experience Required Ideally several years’ experience in Timber Frame or modular build design. Proficient in AutoCAD software. Knowledge of Digital Project Delivery principles. Develop drawings for new and existing projects. Ability to read and understand architectural/engineering drawings. Familiar with Microsoft Office suite of products. Strong analytic/problem-solving skills. Ability to work in a fast‑paced work environment. Dependable, flexible Enthusiastic & self‑motivated. Results driven whilst participating in a team environment. Strong communication skills (oral and written). Excellent attention to detail. Applications in the strictest confidence, with full CV by email to: Skills Autocad Timberframe Designing Construction Benefits Laptop Parking EAP Employee Discount Scheme Discounted healthcare Pension Fund #J-18808-Ljbffr
A leading timber processor in Ireland is seeking a Plant Manager for their Fermoy sawmill. The successful candidate will oversee production and maintain safety and quality standards. A minimum of 5 years’ experience in plant or site management is essential, with a focus on driving efficiency and continuous improvement. The role offers a dynamic work environment within a growing company and includes various employee benefits such as paid holidays and pension fund contributions. #J-18808-Ljbffr
Plant Manager - Fermoy Sawmill Glennon Brothers ( is a leading timber processor in Ireland & UK with a strong growth story. As a leader in the Green Tech industry, Glennon Brothers is a growing, dynamic and innovative organisation with ambitious growth plans. Glennon Brothers supplies both the Irish and UK markets with products for the construction, pallet wood and fencing industries. It also manufactures timber frame homes and engineered roof trusses for the house building sector and operates several CHP and wood pellet manufacturing plants. Following the acquisition of Balcas in November 2021 the groups turnover has doubled, and headcount increased to over 900 employees. Its people, a commitment to service, and ongoing investment in new technology are core to the business with the business having plants in Longford, Fermoy, Enniskillen, Troon, Irvine, Windymains and Invergordon Over the recent years, the company has invested across the Group including value added processing in Fermoy, new timber frame manufacturing lines in Longford and Irvine, a state-of-the-art combined heat and power (CHP) plant in Troon and upgrade of sawmilling capacity in Fermoy and Enniskillen. As the company prepares for continued growth and investment in Ireland, Glennon Brothers is now seeking to appoint a Plant Manager for the Fermoy sawmilling business which employees 120 people. Role Purpose Reporting to the Head of Operations, the ideal candidate will have an in-depth knowledge and experience as Plant Managerwith a proven track record in good manufacturing practice and lean principles. They will be responsible for all Production, Maintenance and Safety, Health, Environment, Quality (SHEQ) on the Fermoy sawmill site. They will work closely with Forestry, Sales and the Head of Operations to manage the Fermoy sawmill production capacity to deliver on the Group’s strategic objectives. They will work very closely with the Longford site as production on both sites is interdependent and ensure there is a strong working relationship as this is critical to the overall business. Duties & Responsibilities Actively promote and prioritise a safe working environment for our people. Working closely with SHEQ Manager, ensure appropriate policies, procedures, staff and processes are in place to meet the safety, health environment, and quality assurance standards. Develop the Fermoy sawmill production plan to maximise the return to the business from the sawmill, working closely with Forestry and Sales managers. Contribute to the development of the overall production strategy for the Group. Monitor the production performance of the Fermoy sawmill against the budget through a set of agreed KPIs. Drive efficiencies at all levels in the sawmill, through short/medium term projects. Drive standardisation of approaches, practices and reporting across the sawmill through a culture of continuous improvement. Lead and support the people agenda on site from a recruitment, onboarding, development and employee engagement perspective in conjunction with HR. Establish a regular pattern of (daily, weekly and bi-weekly) production meetings within the sawmill to ensure the delivery of the production plan. Form strong working relationships with supervisors to support them in their roles and to enable them to share knowledge and best practices. Contribute to the development of the capital investment and the implementation of capital and NPD projects for the Fermoy site. Oversee smooth and efficient operations across the sawmill from log intake through primary and secondary production. Develop a strong culture of operational excellence and continuous improvement. Essential Skills & Experience Qualification in Engineering, Operations, Manufacturing or related field or equivalent knowledge and experience. Minimum 5 years’ Plant / Site Management experience is essential; sawmilling experience is an advantage. Knowledge and experience to promote a safe working environment and ensure compliance with appropriate regulatory standards. Reduces complexity and increases efficiency in processes to maximise outcome/return. Leads by example, with a "Engineercan do" approach, passion, energy and a strong work ethic. Very strong organisation skills and attention to detail. Drive to exceed goals and push self and others towards high levels of performance. Makes good decisions and delegates responsibility and accountability to the appropriate level. Understands the importance of managing and developing people. Creates a climate in which people can do their best. Open to change with a capacity to deal comfortably with risk and uncertainty. Strong communication skills with the ability to build trusted relationships. Applications in the strictest confidence, with full CV by email to Skills Engineering Operations Manufacturing Leadership SHEQ Benefits Paid Holidays Sickpay Group Life Assurance Pension Fund Discounted Healthcare Retail discount platform #J-18808-Ljbffr
Plant Manager - Fermoy Sawmill Glennon Brothers ( is a leading timber processor in Ireland & UK with a strong growth story. As a leader in the Green Tech industry, Glennon Brothers is a growing, dynamic and innovative organisation with ambitious growth plans. Glennon Brothers supplies both the Irish and UK markets with products for the construction, pallet wood and fencing industries. It also manufactures timber frame homes and engineered roof trusses for the house building sector and operates several CHP and wood pellet manufacturing plants. Following the acquisition of Balcas in November 2021 the groups turnover has doubled, and headcount increased to over 900 employees. Its people, a commitment to service, and ongoing investment in new technology are core to the business with the business having plants in Longford, Fermoy, Enniskillen, Troon, Irvine, Windymains and Invergordon Over the recent years, the company has invested across the Group including value added processing in Fermoy, new timber frame manufacturing lines in Longford and Irvine, a state-of-the-art combined heat and power (CHP) plant in Troon and upgrade of sawmilling capacity in Fermoy and Enniskillen. As the company prepares for continued growth and investment in Ireland, Glennon Brothers is now seeking to appoint a Plant Manager for the Fermoy sawmilling business which employees 120 people. Role Purpose Reporting to the Head of Operations, the ideal candidate will have an in-depth knowledge and experience as Plant Managerwith a proven track record in good manufacturing practice and lean principles. They will be responsible for all Production, Maintenance and Safety, Health, Environment, Quality (SHEQ) on the Fermoy sawmill site. They will work closely with Forestry, Sales and the Head of Operations to manage the Fermoy sawmill production capacity to deliver on the Groups strategic objectives. They will work very closely with the Longford site as production on both sites is interdependent and ensure there is a strong working relationship as this is critical to the overall business. Duties & Responsibilities Actively promote and prioritise a safe working environment for our people. Working closely with SHEQ Manager, ensure appropriate policies, procedures, staff and processes are in place to meet the safety, health environment, and quality assurance standards. Develop the Fermoy sawmill production plan to maximise the return to the business from the sawmill, working closely with Forestry and Sales managers. Contribute to the development of the overall production strategy for the Group. Monitor the production performance of the Fermoy sawmill against the budget through a set of agreed KPIs. Drive efficiencies at all levels in the sawmill, through short/medium term projects. Drive standardisation of approaches, practices and reporting across the sawmill through a culture of continuous improvement. Lead and support the people agenda on site from a recruitment, onboarding, development and employee engagement perspective in conjunction with HR. Establish a regular pattern of (daily, weekly and bi-weekly) production meetings within the sawmill to ensure the delivery of the production plan. Form strong working relationships with supervisors to support them in their roles and to enable them to share knowledge and best practices. Contribute to the development of the capital investment and the implementation of capital and NPD projects for the Fermoy site. Oversee smooth and efficient operations across the sawmill from log intake through primary and secondary production. Develop a strong culture of operational excellence and continuous improvement. Essential Skills & Experience Qualification in Engineering, Operations, Manufacturing or related field or equivalent knowledge and experience. Minimum 5 years Plant / Site Management experience is essential; sawmilling experience is an advantage. Knowledge and experience to promote a safe working environment and ensure compliance with appropriate regulatory standards. Reduces complexity and increases efficiency in processes to maximise outcome/return. Leads by example, with a "Engineercan do" approach, passion, energy and a strong work ethic. Very strong organisation skills and attention to detail. Drive to exceed goals and push self and others towards high levels of performance. Makes good decisions and delegates responsibility and accountability to the appropriate level. Understands the importance of managing and developing people. Creates a climate in which people can do their best. Open to change with a capacity to deal comfortably with risk and uncertainty. Strong communication skills with the ability to build trusted relationships. Applications in the strictest confidence, with full CV by email to Skills: Engineering Operations Manufacturing Leadership SHEQ Benefits: Paid Holidays Sickpay Group Life Assurance Pension Fund Discounted Healthcare Retail discount platform
DTE Manufacturing, part of the Glennon Brothers group, based in Longford, is one of Irelands leading manufacturers of timber frame homes and roof structures. Our Clients range from private individuals to the most prestigious national building and construction companies. DTE Manufacturing, part of the Glennon Brothers group,based in Longford, is one of Irelands leading manufacturers of timber frame homes and roof structures.Our Clients range from private individuals to the most prestigious national building and construction companies. We have an exciting opportunity for a Design Manager to join and lead our in-house design team in our Longford Office. Key Responsibilities will include: Create and manage design programmes in line with client contractual agreements. Manage all technical aspects of the business, including internal & external queries. Work closely with the estimating team to contribute technical knowledge and value engineering at tender stage. Work closely with the Production Manager to ensure all information for manufacture is in line with manufacturing requirements and improve processes where required. Manage a team of in-house designers, setting targets and reporting on progress. Build and maintain strong, long-lasting customer relationships with key accounts across Ireland. Liaising with client design teams and external consultants in relation to live projects. Liaising with site teams in relation to queries arising. Knowledge, Skills and Experience Required: Ideally several years experience in Timber Frame or modular build design. Proficient in AutoCAD software. Knowledge of Digital Project Delivery principles. Develop drawings for new and existing projects. Ability to read and understand architectural/engineering drawings. Familiar with Microsoft Office suite of products. Strong analytic/problem-solving skills. Ability to work in a fast-paced work environment. Dependable, flexible Enthusiastic & self-motivated. Results driven whilst participating in a team environment. Strong communication skills (oral and written). Excellent attention to detail. Applications in the strictest confidence, with full CV by email to: Skills: Autocad Timberframe Designing Construction Benefits: Laptop Parking EAP Employee Discount Scheme Discounted healthcare Pension Fund
