MEET OUR TEAM
With over 40 years’ technical experience between the team, be assured that your water treatment is in safe hands.
Find out more about our team here.
CEO
Shane Neylon
Shane, the CEO of Aquachem is a seasoned Facility Management professional with 15+ years of experience. He previously led a successful division in an Irish company, boosting revenues by over 30% in under three years. He later served as Commercial Director while pursuing his MBA at NUI Galway. Shane is a member of the Water Management Society and is passionate about advancing water system maintenance in Ireland.
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Technical Director
Barry Higgins
Barry, with 16 years of field-based technical experience in water treatment, joined Aquachem in 2006. His scientific background enables analytical problem-solving. Committed to environmental sustainability, he seeks innovative solutions for clients and promotes responsible water management. Barry’s dedication to learning keeps him at the forefront of water treatment advancements, and is a forward-thinking resource.
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Operations Manager
Tommy Dwyer
Tommy, Aquachem’s Operations Manager for Building Services, brings 20+ years of facilities management experience. He excels at managing multiple sites, prioritizing client satisfaction. Tommy is the go-to for client queries, emphasizing their importance. He’s also certified in first-line management, healthcare management, cleaning, disinfection, and Legionella awareness training in water system maintenance.
Microbiologist & Senior Legionella Risk Assessor
Pat Reynolds
Pat, Aquachem’s Microbiologist and Senior Legionella Risk Assessor since 2020, boasts 30+ years of international experience. His expertise lies in microbiology, Legionella, and cooling tower and evaporative condenser assessments, providing comprehensive recommendations for water system enhancement across Ireland.
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Finance Manager
Louise Corrado
Louise joined Aquachem in 2019 and has brought great expertise with added value to the management of the company’s finances. Her profound knowledge in both accounts receivable and payable has been instrumental in maintaining the company’s robust financial health, allowing for precise reporting and effective financial management.
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Industrial Water Engineer & Environmental Officer
Bernard McCabe
Bernard, joined Aquachem in 2021, leverages 14+ years of experience in quality and laboratory roles. He’s an environmental enthusiast who helped ABP Group achieve Gold Standard accreditation in the European Water Stewardship program. Bernard offers expertise in optimizing water systems for efficiency, cost savings, and environmental benefits.
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Sales & Marketing Manager
Lori O’Donoghue
Lori brings a valuable blend of skills to the team. Her educational foundation, a BSc (Hons) in Architectural Technology, complements her ten years of marketing expertise in real estate & construction. Her meticulousness, creative flair & understanding of the commercial sector significantly contribute to Aquachem’s effective brand initiatives.
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Environmental Technician
Michal Fiala
Michal, Aquachem’s Environmental Technician with a decade of facilities management experience, excels in overseeing large-scale sites and leading teams of over 15 people. He consistently delivers top-tier client satisfaction. Michal holds qualifications in project management, a Distinction in Facility Management, and expertise in cleaning, disinfection, and Legionella Risk Assessment, assisting Pat with assessments.
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Technical Service Engineer
Robert Mackay
In 2021, Robert joined Aquachem as a Technical Service Engineer, with over a decade of experience in diverse water treatment sectors. Robert specialises in industrial, commercial, and domestic water treatment, where he oversees customer accounts in the southern region. Robert’s deep expertise enables him to provide tailored water treatment solutions while maintaining exceptional customer relations to all his customers in the region.
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Industrial Engineer
Michael Flood
Michael, an Aquachem Technical Service Engineer, focuses on industrial clients, ensuring the upkeep of vital equipment like steam boilers, cooling towers, and closed systems. His expertise spans water treatment, environmental, and health and safety fields. Michael’s customer-centric approach guarantees the fulfillment of water treatment needs and showcases his extensive knowledge in health and safety.
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Senior Environmental Technician
Jerry O’Callaghan
Jerry is our senior environmental technician, and has worked in the water treatment sector for over twenty years. Jerry is a member of the Association of Water Technologies and the Water Management Society. Jerry is directly involved in the testing, treating and advising on Heating & Chilled systems. Jerry prides himself on building long lasting customer relationships with all his clients by providing the highest possible service.
Environmental Water Chemist & Engineer
Jack France
Jack is one of our on-site water chemists who is based at a critical power plant in Co. Cork, where he ensures high water quality for steam purity. When he is not working on site, he extends his expertise to clients in Cork and Kerry through water sampling and testing, providing valuable precision and knowledge beyond the power plant.
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Environmental Water Chemist & Engineer
Cathal Malady
Cathal, Aquachem’s on-site water chemist in Connacht’s power plant, ensures top water quality. Leveraging his environmental management expertise, he integrates sustainable practices to address challenges, emphasizing environmental stewardship by reducing waste, energy, and adopting eco-friendly solutions for operational resilience.
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Industrial Engineer
Willie Stephens
Willie joined Aquachem in 2012, and has been working in the water treatment business for the past 14 years. Willie prides himself on building strong personal relationships with his customers, who in turn trust his judgement and advice in all aspects of water treatment. Willie says the best part of his job is working with people solving their problems..
