FM Technical Services Manager - HMP Northumberland - HMP Northumberland

Sodexo; Alnwick; On-site; GBP 39,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading facilities management firm in Alnwick is seeking an experienced Facilities Management Technical Services Manager. You will ensure safe working practices and deliver statutory compliance, maintenance, and projects on time and within budget. The ideal candidate will possess a BIFM Level 4 qualification and strong people management skills, with experience in similar operational environments. Competitive salary package from £39,000 to £44,000 per annum, plus extensive benefits.

Benefits

Retirement plan

Discounts to over 1,900 brands online

Gym discount

24/7 employee assistance programme

Qualifications

• Experience in a Total Facilities Management environment with people management responsibilities.
• Strong knowledge of industrial/commercial electrical repairs on HVAC, AHU, controls, and BMS systems is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Support the Head of Facilities Management in maintaining the building's condition.
• Ensure all maintenance activities comply with statutory legislation.
• Maintain compliance with ISOQAR 9001 and 14001 standards.

Skills

Building statutory Compliance

People management skills

IT literacy in Microsoft Office

Knowledge of HVAC systems

Experience in operational environments

Education

BIFM Level 4 qualification or equivalent

Tools

CAFM (Maximo)

Job description

Overview

HMP Northumberland are currently recruiting an experienced Facilities Management Technical Services Manager.

In this role, you'll ensure safe working practices are implemented and take corrective actions where required. With a dynamic and flexible approach to the delivery of objectives, you'll work alongside the Deputy Head of FM to ensure the smooth running of the prison and to deliver all agreed statutory compliance, planned preventive maintenance, lifecycle, capital expenditure and FM-led business projects on time, to budget and to the agreed quality standards in accordance with Sodexo Justice Services and contractual requirements.

Responsibilities

• Support the HMP Head of Facilities Management in ensuring that the Prison is kept in good structural and decorative order.
• Ensure external areas are safe and presentable.
• Ensure all works and maintenance activities comply with current statutory legislation and Codes of Practice; keep the Prison site and its buildings secure, effective, and fit for use.
• Maintain compliance with ISOQAR 9001 and 14001 for Facilities Maintenance and Environmental Assurance.
• Maintain a sound system of internal control for Facilities Management annual OPEX and lifecycle budgets, ensuring efficient and effective management of delegated financial resources.
• Manage people and services in a Total Facilities Management technical environment.
• Demonstrate strong understanding of Building statutory Compliance around Management of Legionella, Fire safety, and PUER.
• Be trained in Health and Safety to IOSH Level II and have extensive knowledge of method statements, risk assessments, safe systems of work, building, electrical and mechanical regulations.
• Have IT literacy in Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook; ability to grasp and use BMS, CAFM (Maximo) and other in-house software following internal training.
• Show people management skills and the ability to communicate at all levels with excellent communication.
• Possess strong knowledge of industrial/commercial electrical repairs on HVAC, AHU, controls and BMS systems (an advantage).
• Previous experience working in a 24/7 operational environment (e.g., hospitals, universities, prisons) is an advantage.

Qualifications

• BIFM Level 4 qualification or equivalent.
• Experience in a Total Facilities Management environment with people management responsibilities.

Culture and Diversity

At Sodexo, our purpose is to create a better everyday for everyone and to build a better life for all. We are a global leader in services that improve Quality of Life, operating in 55 countries. We are an inclusive workplace that values diversity and equal opportunities, and we welcome applications from underrepresented backgrounds.

Compensation and Benefits

Package: 39,000 - 44,000 per annum.

Working with Sodexo is more than a job; it's a chance to be part of something greater. You'll belong in a company and team that values you, act with purpose, and have an impact through your everyday actions. You'll be able to thrive in your own way.

We offer 20+ Sodexo benefits, including a retirement plan, discounts to over 1,900 brands online, gym discount, and a confidential 24/7 employee assistance programme providing independent support (emotional, legal, and financial advice).

Application Details

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