Engineering Services Manager

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

Job summary

A leading organization is seeking an Engineering Services Manager in Reading, England. This pivotal role involves overseeing M&E system operations, managing a team of technicians, and ensuring compliance with safety and operational standards. Ideal candidates will have extensive experience and a strong safety management background.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years' experience in a managerial role within a multi-discipline environment.
• Proven capability to manage teams effectively and handle challenging situations.
• Good understanding of plumbing, HVAC systems, and Building Management Systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team managing M&E system operations, including PPM and reactive maintenance.
• Oversee the service desk function and manage direct reports according to policies.
• Ensure staff training on safe operations of M&E systems.

Skills

Team Management

M&E Services Knowledge

Relationship Management

Safety Management

Education

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

Valid IOSH Managing Safely

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 organization. The Engineering Services Manager is responsible for planning, coordinating, and supervising all aspects of M&E system operations, including planned and reactive maintenance. You will manage and develop a team of technicians and oversee the service desk function.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead a team of skilled technicians managing all aspects of M&E system operations, PPM, and reactive maintenance, reporting to senior management.
• Supervise the service desk function and coordinate small repairs.
• Build positive relationships with occupiers and manage direct reports in line with company policies.
• 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 financial costs, ensuring statutory compliance.

Qualifications and Skills:

• Valid IOSH Managing Safely qualification.
• Mechanical bias with good understanding of M&E services.
• Proven team management skills, capable of working effectively with people at all levels and handling challenging situations.
• Minimum of 5 years' experience in a multi-discipline hard and soft services environment in a managerial role.
• 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 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.