Engineering Services Manager

JR United Kingdom; Cheltenham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious engineering firm seeks an Engineering Services Manager to oversee M&E system operations and lead a team of skilled technicians. The successful candidate will coordinate both planned and reactive maintenance while fostering a culture of safety and continuous improvement. Ideal applicants will possess substantial managerial experience in a multi-discipline environment and hold relevant qualifications.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years' experience in a managerial role within a multi-discipline environment.
• Valid IOSH Managing Safely qualification required.
• Experience in recruiting, managing, and appraising direct reports.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of Technicians to manage M&E system operations.
• Supervise the service desk function and coordinate repairs.
• Ensure compliance with safety and operational standards.

Skills

Team management

M&E services knowledge

Safety and health policies

Education

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

Tools

Building Management Systems

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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 to manage all aspects of M&E system operations, planned preventative maintenance (PPM), and reactive maintenance.
• Supervise the service desk function and coordinate small repairs.
• Build positive working relationships with the Occupiers and manage and appraise direct reports in line with the company's policy.
• Ensure staff are trained and regularly drilled on the safe and proper operation of all M&E plant and systems.
• Maintain accurate records of works completed and related financial costs; ensure statutory compliance in line with site and company procedures.
• Holds a valid IOSH Managing Safely qualification.
• Mechanically biased with good understanding and working knowledge of M&E services.
• Demonstrate team management skills, work effectively with people at all levels, and handle challenging situations.
• Minimum of 5 years' experience in a managerial role within a multi-discipline hard and soft services environment.
• Good 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 write and implement new processes, procedures, and business continuity plans.

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