Assistant Technical Manager

ZipRecruiter; Portsmouth; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in healthcare engineering is seeking an Assistant Technical Manager in Portsmouth. The successful candidate will assist in managing high and low voltage electrical systems, ensuring high standards and compliance, while providing technical support and resolving complex infrastructure issues. If you have a strong electrical background and experience in healthcare environments, this could be the perfect opportunity.

Qualifications

• Essential: ONC/HND in engineering discipline or equivalent.
• Desirable: Knowledge of HTM, HBN, and healthcare standards.

Responsibilities

• Support maintenance service within healthcare site.
• Oversee day-to-day management of engineering systems.
• Manage external sub-contractors and maintain safety standards.

Skills

Management of Hard FM Services

Customer care

Contractor management

Electrical background

Education

ONC/HND in an engineering discipline

Tools

18th Edition BS7671

City & Guilds 2391 Inspect & Test

Job description

Job Description

Job title: Assistant Technical Manager

Location: Portsmouth

Salary: £40k-£42k plus £1,500 if hold HV/LV Ap tickets

General Overview

To assist the Technical Manager in delivering an efficient and effective operation and maintenance of hospital HV & LV electrical systems, and the promotion of good engineering practices whilst ensuring compliance with statutory and healthcare engineering standards.

Main Responsibilities/Duties:

1. Support the estates management team in providing a 24hr maintenance service within a healthcare site in Portsmouth for the SPV.
2. Ensure safe systems of work are used, in line with HTM’s, recognised codes of practice, ISO 9001, and all statutory legislation such as the Health & Safety at Work Act, COSHH Regulations, Electricity at Work Act, etc.
3. Carry out duties of Authorised Person for systems assigned (following training, assessment, and formal appointment).
4. Oversee the day-to-day management of engineering systems, ensuring all maintenance tasks are completed on time and to a high standard.
5. Provide technical support in resolving complex estate infrastructure issues.
6. Monitor equipment maintenance records and service reports to ensure follow-up actions are completed promptly and recorded in the CAFM system.
7. Manage and oversee external sub-contractors and other professionals.
8. Ensure contractor and in-house engineering team are competency checked and appointed as Competent Persons as appropriate.
9. Develop and maintain relationships with stakeholders such as Technical Managers, Engineering Manager, Senior Operations Manager, Head of Estates, and site delivery teams.
10. Assist in the development and delivery of the site life-cycle plan, providing technical and managerial support.
11. Work in areas occupied by patients and staff, respecting health, safety, dignity, confidentiality, and data protection laws.
12. Perform other relevant tasks as determined by the Head of Estates.
13. Maintain personal and professional development to meet changing job demands and participate in training.
14. Adhere to company policies and promote a customer service culture.

Qualifications:

Essential: ONC/HND in an engineering discipline (or equivalent)

Experience:

• Management of Hard FM Services
• Customer care and flexible working approach
• Strong Electrical background
• Contractor management skills
• 18th Edition BS7671
• Experience as Authorised Person for low and high voltage systems (11kV)

Desirable: Knowledge of HTM, HBN, relevant standards, experience in healthcare environments, PFI contracts, and City & Guilds 2391 Inspect & Test.

For further information or to discuss your application, please contact James Madle at The InVictus Group.