Facilities Manager

TN United Kingdom; Reading; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Facilities Manager/Building Services Engineer to join their dynamic team. This role involves overseeing maintenance tasks, ensuring safety and efficiency in building services, and maintaining high standards of compliance. The ideal candidate will be proactive, customer-focused, and possess strong communication skills. You will have the opportunity to innovate and improve existing systems while collaborating with various stakeholders. If you are passionate about facilities management and eager to contribute to a vibrant work environment, this position is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Relevant Mechanical or Electrical engineering qualifications are required.
• Experience in building services and facility management is essential.

Responsibilities

• Oversee maintenance and reactive tasks related to client assets.
• Conduct inspections to ensure safety and efficiency of installations.
• Manage documentation and maintain accurate records.

Skills

HVAC knowledge

BMS controls

Mechanical systems knowledge

Electrical systems knowledge

Building construction knowledge

L8 Awareness training

Legal compliance understanding

Excellent communication skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Windows

Education

Mechanical Engineering qualification

Electrical Engineering qualification

Job description

Pareto is currently seeking a Facilities Manager/Building Services Engineer to join our team on a permanent basis.

We are looking for a vibrant, enthusiastic, and outgoing candidate who is customer-focused, proactive, and committed to ownership and problem resolution.

The ideal candidate should be a team player, willing to go above and beyond to achieve excellence, and supportive of customer needs.

Key Skills:

• In-depth knowledge of HVAC, BMS controls, and general building services.
• Ability to work independently with high-quality standards.
• Knowledge of mechanical, electrical systems, and building construction.
• Familiarity with risks and hazards in a public attraction environment.
• Minimum of L8 Awareness formal training.
• Understanding of legal compliance and maintaining high standards.
• Excellent communication skills for internal and external stakeholders.
• Ability to innovate and improve existing systems and processes.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Windows-based systems.

Main Responsibilities:

• Oversee timely completion of maintenance and reactive tasks related to client assets, serving as the first response for M&E and fabric issues.
• Conduct regular inspections to ensure the safety and efficiency of M&E installations, including fire safety and security systems, liaising with client staff as needed.
• Maintain accurate records and manage documentation according to standards, including statutory testing and inspections.
• Perform maintenance on M&E services, including electrical, heating, fire alarms, and security systems.
• Ensure work quality, budget adherence, and client satisfaction, reporting regularly to the Senior Account Manager and client liaison.
• Support subcontractors in routine and emergency maintenance, including out-of-hours work.
• Assist in setting maintenance priorities, planning, budgeting, and project preparation.
• Coordinate with project professionals and contribute to site and maintenance information sharing.
• Develop and promote best practices in M&E maintenance and procedures.
• Participate in site, property, and safety teams, providing technical input on various initiatives.
• Implement and support the Asset Management Plan in collaboration with the client.
• Handle additional tasks as directed by the client and Senior Account Manager.
• Act as the primary contact for client issues, owning service delivery on-site.
• Manage monthly financials in collaboration with the Senior Account Manager.

Qualifications:

Recognized relevant Mechanical or Electrical engineering qualifications.