Director General

 

Aine myler

Áine Myler is the Director General of Engineers Ireland

With extensive leadership experience in professional and representative organisations, Áine previously served as Director General and Registrar of the Society of Chartered Surveyors Ireland, where she worked closely with the Board and Council to strengthen professional standards, governance and member engagement. She also recently served as Chief Executive of Charities Institute Ireland. 

Áine spent much of her earlier career as a Chartered Surveyor working within the built environment alongside engineers, planners and policymakers on infrastructure and development projects. 

Welcoming the appointment, Dave Murphy, President of Engineers Ireland, said: 

“Áine brings significant experience leading professional organisations operating in the public interest and a strong understanding of the built environment and infrastructure sectors. Her experience supporting governing bodies, strengthening professional standards and building member engagement will be a valuable asset to Engineers Ireland. 

“Engineers play a vital role in shaping Ireland’s future, from delivering critical infrastructure to addressing the challenges of climate change, sustainability and innovation.  We are confident that Áine’s leadership will help further strengthen the voice of our members and the influence of the engineering profession in national policy and economic decision-making.” 

Commenting on her appointment, Áine Myler said: 

“Engineering touches almost every part of our lives and is fundamental to Ireland’s future – from the infrastructure and technology we rely on every day to our ability to innovate, compete and respond to some of society’s biggest challenges. I’m delighted to be joining Engineers Ireland at a time when the skills, expertise and leadership of engineers have never been more important.

I want to ensure that engineering, across all its disciplines, has the profile and influence it deserves – that we continue to attract and develop the next generation of engineers, support the highest professional standards, and make the strongest possible case for engineering to be at the heart of decisions about Ireland’s education, infrastructure and economic future. 

I look forward to working with Council, the team and our members to build on Engineers Ireland’s strong foundations, champion the profession and make its collective voice heard.” 

Duties and responsibilities

The Director General of Engineers Ireland has overall responsibility for the day-to-day management of the institution. The Director General takes forward the operational work of the institution in line with the Bye-laws, legislative requirements, and according to the strategic objectives, annual business plan, policies and procedures.
 
In addition to ensuring that all decisions and policies of Council and Executive Board are implemented the Director General ensures that sufficient resources are in place to support the work of the institutions’ Boards and Committees.

Governance

  • Implement Council and Executive Board approved decisions and policies.
  • Develop and present the strategic plan and annual business plans for Executive Board review and Council approval.
  • Ensure that policy development and implementation are properly executed by the management team, with clear, impartial and well-founded advice and recommendations being offered to Council and Executive as required.
  • Ensure that a comprehensive risk management framework is in place to facilitate the identification, measurement and mitigation of risks to Engineers Ireland.
  • Organise induction training and other appropriate learning and development opportunities for Council, and Executive Board members. Manage the Council evaluation process.
  • The Director General also performs specific responsibilities set out in Bye-laws, including but not limited to:
    • a. Secretary to Council and Council Recorder
    • b. Secretary to the Ethics and Disciplinary Board
    • c. Responsible for the Roll of Members and the Register of Chartered Engineers.

Leadership

Lead the day-to-day management of the institution;

  • Ensure the work of the institution reflects the views of the members and represents the collective interest of the profession;
  • Address members at key Engineers Ireland events;
  • Act as advocate for the institution and its policies.

The President and Officer Group

  • Support the President during his/her term of office.
  • Maintain regular contact with the President, working in partnership with him/her to ensure the effective conduct of business.
  • Alert the President and/or Council and Executive Board of any forthcoming complex, contentious or sensitive issues arising of which they may not otherwise be aware.
  • Provide specific support to the Remuneration, Development and Nomination Committee (RDNC).

Operations

  • Manage the resources of Engineers Ireland efficiently and effectively in accordance with the Bye Laws and national legislation to achieve the objectives of the institution.
  • Report to the Executive Board and Council on progress against the strategic and annual business plans. Typically reporting against the annual business plan, budget and performance metrics to the Executive Board on a quarterly basis.

The Directors and Staff

  • Take a leadership role in developing the institution’s culture ensuring there is alignment between strategy and culture and structure and processes.
  • Lead the Senior Management Team that comprises the Directors and Senior Managers who are accountable to the Director General. Chair Senior Management Team meetings.
  • Support a culture of quality, performance and member centricity among the staff of the institution.

External Relationships

  • Represent Engineers Ireland on various external groups and at stakeholder engagements including meetings with Government Departments, Oireachtas Committee meetings and meetings with other bodies.
  • Engage with the media on the institution’s behalf as appropriate and in accordance with Engineers Ireland’s Media Policies.