Lead AEM (Shifts)

Equans UK & Ireland; West Midlands Combined Authority; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

24 days annual leave

Life Cover

Employee discount schemes

Gym membership discounts

Cycle to work scheme

Learning opportunities and training support

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

A leading energy services provider seeks a Lead AEM for a full-time permanent position in West Midlands. This role includes managing hard facilities management and lifecycle services with a focus on compliance and safety. The ideal candidate will have extensive mechanical or electrical qualifications, experience in an NHS environment, and strong leadership skills. Competitive salary and benefits are offered, including annual leave, life cover, and employee discounts.

Qualifications

• Five years of management experience in an NHS environment.
• High-level verbal, written, and numeric skills; able to manage people effectively.
• Sound knowledge of Health and Safety at Work Act, CDM Regulations, and other statutory requirements.

Responsibilities

• Manage and resolve incidents of non‑compliance across the estate.
• Direct management of shift assistant estates managers ensuring performance.
• Deliver training to staff to promote safety and compliance.

Skills

Mechanical Engineering

Electrical Installation

Health and Safety Knowledge

Management Skills

Organizational Skills

Education

City & Guilds in Mechanical Engineering

City & Guilds in Electrical Installation

HNC/HND in a relevant area

Tools

CAFM systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

Overview

Lead AEM (Shifts) role at Equans UK & Ireland. This is a permanent full-time position (37.5 hours per week) with some shift-work. A competitive salary and benefits package is on offer.

Who we are

EQUANS is a world leader in energy services with nearly 100,000 employees in more than 50 countries and an annual turnover of over €17 billion. In the UK & Ireland, EQUANS provides technical, FM, regeneration and energy services with specialist capabilities in smart buildings, green mobility, district & embedded energy and decentralised renewables. EQUANS is a Bouygues group company.

General overview

The role is to assist the Estates Management team in providing Hard FM & Lifecycle Services, delivering a high‑quality and statutorily compliant maintenance service. The role includes operation, repair and maintenance of mechanical and electrical engineering services within a multi‑disciplinary hard service team.

Role impact

The role ensures that the estate is maintained to a high compliant standard with all statutory requirements fully complied with and documented for services and facilities under contract. Services are delivered 24/7 as part of a four‑person shift management team.

Responsibilities

• Work in collaboration with the estates management team to provide an efficient and cohesive service across the Estate.
• Direct management of the shift assistant estates managers, ensuring performance against FM contract requirements.
• Manage the performance of the acute shift teams and assist with planned, corrective and reactive maintenance tasks.
• Direct and assist staff in a safe and efficient manner.
• Coordinate on-site contractors, ensuring safe management in line with contractual obligations and health and safety regulations.
• Deliver training to staff (e.g., toolbox talks & trade topics) to grow experience.
• Regularly meet with staff to discuss performance and complete appraisals.
• Manage absence and rota coverage within the team.
• Respect Equans Human Resource and Health & Safety Policies and Procedures.
• Directly accountable for day-to-day matters to Technical Services Managers.
• Ensure planned and scheduled preventative maintenance using Maximo or other works management systems complies with statutory and contract requirements.
• Support budgetary control, stock checks and asset list refreshes as part of departmental financial controls.
• Ensure response and rectification times are met; intervene on SLAs when required and use recall to work for emergencies.
• Manage and resolve incidents of non‑compliance across the estate per contract and company requirements.
• Ensure safety of plant, equipment, infrastructure and compliance documentation; promote safe working practices.
• Review/approve amendments to operational LOP/SOP documentation and working practices as required.
• Adhere to statutory standards, regulations and Department of Health requirements.
• Attend Health & Safety forums with staff and the client as required.
• Ensure accurate delivery of plant and equipment data for condition surveys and lifecycle planning.
• Raise safety concerns to Technical Services Managers and Senior Leadership; escalate unsafe conditions via AIMs system.
• Execute other estates and facilities duties in emergencies as directed by management.
• Participate as a member of the Estates Team and achieve Authorised Person (AP) status where required.
• Attend and participate in training courses and arrange training for staff as needed.
• Establish and implement monitoring systems to ensure maintenance standards and compliance are optimal.
• Maintain comprehensive maintenance and compliance records.
• Assist in updating knowledge on new technology and advise on staff training programmes.
• Carry out EQUANS management safety visits (MSV) and compliance audits across the contract for internal staff and subcontractors.
• Carry out monthly audit checks (min. 10%) on works carried out by estate teams; report shortfalls and training requirements.
• Inspect site tools, plant, access equipment and first aid equipment; report findings and manage resolutions for safety and compliance.
• Participate in daily prayers as required and close out events promptly.
• Act as first-line management response to events across QEHB Estate.
• Identify continuing professional development requirements and progress toward knowledge and training.
• Monitor staff training records to identify required training for front-line staff and Assistant Estates Managers to maintain statutory compliance.
• Attend and participate in training courses and arrange future training as required by the Senior Leadership Team; identify and arrange training for staff.
• Manage and review workforce utilization with CAFM management team; support CAFM analysis to meet contract requirements.
• Investigate and manage disciplinary processes, grievances, SHEQ incidents and emergency event analyses as required.
• Engage in the prayers process and ensure events are closed out swiftly.
• Perform other duties as required by the Senior Leadership Team.

Qualifications or Required Experience

Mechanical

• City & Guilds Mechanical Engineering Levels 2 & 3
• City & Guilds Pipefitting & Plumbing Levels 2 & 3
• City & Guilds Plumbing Levels 2 & 3
• Relevant City & Guilds Mechanical qualifications
• Related healthcare advanced training (AP competencies in areas such as Electrical LV/HV, Ventilation, Medical gases, Lifts, Natural gas RP, Decontamination)
• On/off options for other similar qualifications

Or

Electrical

• Electrical Installation – approved apprenticeship or City & Guilds 236 Part 1 & 2
• City & Guilds 2330/2365 levels 2 & 3 Diploma
• EAL Level 3 Electrotechnical NVQ or C&G 2357 Level 3 NVQ
• AM2
• 18th Edition of the Wiring Regulations (C&G 2382-18)
• City & Guilds 2391-50 Initial Verification of Electrical Installations
• Any other relevant and equivalent qualification/experience
• ONC or National Certificate in relevant area
• HNC/HND in a relevant area
• Additional AP including HTM-02, HTM-03, HTM-06-(02)(03) for specified systems
• Minimum of five years LV knowledge & experience
• Minimum of five years HV knowledge & experience
• Authorised Persons for Mechanical Systems
• Confined Spaces Authorised Persons
• MEWP Training (IPAF)
• IOSH/NEBOSH
• Minimum of five years’ management experience in an NHS environment

Other

• High‑level verbal, written and numeric skills; computer literate with CAFM and Microsoft Office
• Ability to manage people, be self-motivated, work on own initiative, liaise and delegate in a multi‑disciplinary environment
• Sound knowledge of Health and Safety at Work Act, CDM Regulations and other statutory requirements
• Understanding of technical and estates/building issues in construction, maintenance and FM services
• Good organizational skills and the ability to communicate at all levels

What can we offer you?

On offer is a competitive salary and benefits package, including:

• 24 days annual leave increasing to 25 after 1 year (+ public holidays)
• Life Cover equivalent to 1.5x annual salary
• Employee discount schemes
• Gym membership discounts
• Cycle to work scheme
• Holiday purchase scheme
• 2 corporate social responsibility days per year
• Learning opportunities and training support
• Employee referral rewards
• Access to employee networks (WiE, RISE, LGBTQI+, Working Parents, YPN, Disability Network)
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Program and mental wellbeing app

Next steps

If this role is of interest, click below to register, apply and track progress. A resourcing team member will review your application. Diversity and inclusion are core to EQUANS; equal opportunities and an open, welcoming workplace are our commitments.

Other notes: right to work in the UK required. No relocation package. Some roles may require a Disclosure check. Agency involvement is not required. All inquiries should go to the resourcing team.

Seniority level
Mid-Senior level

Employment type
Full-time

Job function
Building Structure and Exterior Contractors

Industries
Facilities Management