Hugh O’Brien
Hugh O’Brien commenced at Gurteen College in 1991 in the role of Bursar being responsible for all non-educational operations in the college. He attended University of Limerick and Athlone Institute of Technology, qualifying in HR Management and Finance.
Hugh has worked in both the private sector, within multi-nationals and in the public sector with several Government training and business funding organisations, Foir Teoranta, IDA, SFADCO and FAS. Hugh provides financial information and support to the Principal, Staff, Board of Governors, Teagasc and College Accountants and Auditors.
On occasions the Principal’s absence he deputises for the Principal. Hugh is part of on the student welfare team and sits on the Academic Council and Finance committee. He takes great satisfaction and pride in being part of the team that helps prepare students, academically and as individuals, to take the first step on their larger life journey