Engineering Services Manager

JR United Kingdom; Basingstoke; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading organisation in the engineering sector is seeking an Engineering Services Manager to oversee M&E system operations and manage a skilled team. This role involves ensuring operational compliance, effective communication, and commitment to safety. The ideal candidate has extensive experience and a relevant engineering qualification, aiming for excellence in service delivery.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years' experience in a multi-discipline managerial role.
• Valid IOSH Managing Safely qualification required.
• Good working knowledge of plumbing, HVAC systems, refrigeration, electrical/mechanical systems.

Responsibilities

• Manage and develop a team of technicians overseeing M&E system operations.
• Supervise service desk function and lead planned and reactive maintenance.
• Ensure staff training on safe operation of all M&E plant systems.

Skills

Team Management

Communication

Safety Management

Problem Solving

Education

HNC/HND/Degree in Mechanical Engineering or Building Services Engineering

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Posted:

06.06.2025

Expiry Date:

21.07.2025

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Job Description:

Looking for a challenging and rewarding leadership role in the engineering industry?

Join our client’s team as an Engineering Services Manager and be part of a dynamic and innovative organisation. The Engineering Services Manager is responsible for planning, coordinating, and supervising all aspects of M&E system operations, both planned and reactive maintenance. You will manage and develop a team of technicians and oversee the service desk function.

• Reporting to senior management, you'll lead a team of skilled technicians managing all aspects of M&E system operations, including planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and reactive maintenance.
• You will supervise the service desk function and coordinate small repairs.
• As an effective communicator, you'll build positive relationships with occupiers and manage and appraise direct reports in line with company policy.
• Ensure staff are trained and regularly drilled on the safe operation of all M&E plant and systems.
• Maintain accurate records of work completed and associated costs, ensuring statutory compliance per site and company procedures.
• Hold a valid IOSH Managing Safely qualification.
• Mechanically biased with good knowledge of M&E services.
• Demonstrable team management skills capable of handling challenging situations.
• Minimum of 5 years' experience in a multi-discipline hard and soft services managerial role.
• Good working knowledge of assets such as plumbing, HVAC systems, controls, refrigeration, electrical/mechanical systems, and experience managing cooling towers.
• Experience with Building Management Systems.
• HNC/HND/Degree in Mechanical Engineering or Building Services Engineering.
• Experience in recruiting, managing, and appraising direct reports.
• Experience coordinating toolbox training and drills.
• Ability to develop and implement new processes, procedures, and business continuity plans.

To succeed, you'll embody and support safety, health, and environment policies, demonstrating commitment to SH&E excellence in your actions and decisions.