Marius Varga
Loughrea
Summary
Operations leader with 10+ years’ progression from frontline delivery to senior management, currently leading nationwide industrial operations across high-risk, high-value environments including data centres, pharma, and healthcare. Proven ability to scale operations, manage multi-million euro service portfolios, and deliver complex technical projects in live environments. Strong commercial focus with consistent delivery of profitable growth, operational efficiency, and service excellence. Recognised for building high-performing teams, strengthening client partnerships, and driving strategic improvements across large contract portfolios exceeding 400+ contracts and 1000+ annual service interventions.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Industrial Manager
Apleona Ireland Ltd.
01.2024 - Current
- Lead full operational delivery of industrial services across a large national portfolio, managing both planned and reactive works
- Oversee 400+ contracts and 1000+ annual PPMs, ensuring consistent service delivery across multiple sectors
- Manage and develop a workforce of 30+ operatives and supervisors, including mobile teams operating across Ireland
- Drive commercial performance and cost control, ensuring all projects meet profitability targets and client expectations
- Deliver complex technical cleaning in ISO Class 8 cleanroom environments, including data halls, mechanical and electrical rooms
- Lead operations in live high-risk environments, including electrical modules (E-Mods) and gas systems
- Own planning, scheduling, and logistics strategy, optimising labour utilisation and fleet efficiency
- Develop and implement RAMS, SOPs, and compliance frameworks, ensuring full regulatory adherence
- Act as senior point of contact for key clients, supporting retention, growth, and service expansion
- Resolve operational and commercial challenges under tight deadlines, maintaining service continuity
- Strengthened operational structure to support high-volume contract delivery
- Improved labour allocation and scheduling efficiency across mobile teams
- Supported delivery of large-scale data centre and industrial projects under strict timelines
Industrial Manager & Coordinator
Neylons Facility Management
01.2021 - 01.2024
- Managed industrial operations across multi-sector portfolio including healthcare, commercial, and industrial clients
- Delivered services in line with SLAs, KPIs, and contractual requirements, maintaining high audit compliance
- Led workforce planning, recruitment, and performance management to support operational growth
- Controlled operational budgets, contributing to profitability and cost efficiency improvements
- Implemented continuous improvement initiatives to optimise processes and reduce operational inefficiencies
- Built strong client relationships, acting as a trusted operational lead across multiple accounts
- Supported commercial activities including pricing, proposals, and service expansion
- Enhanced service delivery standards and client satisfaction
- Improved operational efficiency through structured planning and performance management
Residential Care Manager
Neylons Facility Management
01.2017 - 01.2021
- Managed full-service delivery within a healthcare environment with annual budgets exceeding €2M
- Led a multidisciplinary team of 60 staff, including payroll, scheduling, and development
- Oversaw integrated services: housekeeping, catering, maintenance, security, and FM support
- Ensured compliance with strict healthcare and infection control standards
- Implemented quality assurance systems, improving service standards and operational consistency
- Acted as key liaison between site operations and senior leadership
- Delivered consistent service quality across a complex healthcare environment
- Strengthened team structure and improved workforce performance
Regional Manager
Neylons Facility Management
01.2016 - 01.2017
- Managed a portfolio of 30+ contracts with full responsibility for operational and financial performance
- Controlled P&L, identifying cost-saving opportunities and improving financial outcomes
- Implemented operational improvements and restructuring strategies across underperforming sites
- Led recruitment, training, and development across multiple locations
- Produced operational and financial reports to support senior decision-making
- Improved contract performance and operational efficiency
- Strengthened client relationships and service consistency
Education
Certificate of Higher Education -
Forestry Technician
01-2023
Skills
- Operational Leadership & Strategy
- Multi-Site Contract & Portfolio Management
- P&L Ownership & Commercial Performance
- Industrial & Technical Cleaning (ISO Cleanrooms)
- Data Centre & Pharma Environments
- High-Risk Operations (Live Electrical & Gas)
- Workforce Planning & Leadership (30–60 Staff)
- Health & Safety Governance (IOSH)
- Continuous Improvement & Cost Optimisation
- Client Relationship & Stakeholder Management
Custom Section
Progressed from Cleaning Supervisor → General Operative, gaining hands-on experience in industrial cleaning, technical services, and team leadership, forming a strong operational foundation.
Languages
English
Proficient
C2
Romanian
Proficient
C2
Hungarian
Upper Intermediate
B2
Italian
Upper Intermediate
B2
Interests
- Soccer
- Cooking
- Travel
- Hiking
- movies
Timeline
Industrial Manager
Apleona Ireland Ltd.
01.2024 - Current
Industrial Manager & Coordinator
Neylons Facility Management
01.2021 - 01.2024
Residential Care Manager
Neylons Facility Management
01.2017 - 01.2021
Regional Manager
Neylons Facility Management
01.2016 - 01.2017
Certificate of Higher Education -
Forestry Technician