Pat Breen

Pat Breen began his career as a marine electrical engineering technician with the Irish Naval Service, gaining experience both ashore and at sea, including overseas UN deployments. He progressed through various trade, military, City & Guilds and management programs before transitioning into a planner role at a start-up manufacturing company. He further expanded his expertise by completing the MSc Asset Management program at Manchester University and holding senior roles in Maintenance, Reliability, Engineering and Operations management. Pat also served as Chairman of MEETA, the Irish maintenance society of Engineers Ireland. With over 20 years of commercial experience, Pat has supported clients across industries such as pharmaceuticals, dairy, food and beverage, aerospace, automotive, oil and gas, utilities, manufacturing, and engineering. As Head of Asset Performance at PREMA, he trains, advises and supports clients in optimising their asset management practices.