M&E Manager
SettleParadigm
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Job summary
SettleParadigm is seeking an experienced M&E Manager to lead statutory compliance, safety and lifecycle management across core M&E services. You will harmonise compliance practices, implement a new Asset Management System and drive data accuracy, reporting and risk visibility across a merged organisation.
This senior role manages a small team and collaborates with Property Services, Health & Safety, Estates, Projects, Finance and Procurement to improve contractor performance and embed robust
Qualifications
- A recognised Mechanical/Electrical Engineering qualification or equivalent experience.
- Strong knowledge of statutory compliance frameworks for building services.
- Proven ability to lead teams and develop staff.
- Experience managing budgets and supplier contracts.
Responsibilities
- Oversee statutory compliance, risk assessments, examinations, testing and inspections.
- Define data and system requirements for M&E and compliance assets.
- Manage Asset Management System implementation and data governance.
- Lead procurement activities for new Property Services contracts.
- Provide guidance and mentoring to Coordinators and Administrators.
Skills
Education
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Job description
Location: High Wycombe or Letchworth Garden City
Hybrid: 2 days in the office, 3 days from home
Contract: Permanent
Hours: 37 hours per week
Are you looking to join a growing, values-led organisation with a clear social purpose?
At SettleParadigm, we’re proud to be the largest housing group in the region, managing over 30,000 homes across Buckinghamshire, Bedfordshire, and Hertfordshire.
Everything we do is about delivering excellent services, high quality homes, neighbourhoods we can be proud of and maximising number of new affordable homes we build. Through our merger we’ve brought together shared values, skills and ambition, so we can build more affordable homes and make an even bigger difference in the communities we serve
If you're ready to grow your career in a supportive, inclusive environment while helping to shape stronger communities, we’d love to welcome you on our journey. Together, we’re building a better future.
We’re now looking for an experienced M&E Manager to lead statutory compliance, safety and lifecycle management across key building services - ensuring our homes remain safe, reliable and well‑maintained
As our M&E Manager, you’ll take operational responsibility for statutory compliance and performance across core mechanical and electrical services, including Lifts, Water Hygiene, MVHR systems and other selected M&E assets.
You’ll play a central role in harmonising compliance and asset management practices across our merged organisation, aligning standards, contracts, data and processes. You’ll also lead the operational implementation of our new Asset Management System, ensuring accurate asset data, strong reporting and improved decision making.
This is a senior technical leadership role, managing a small team of Coordinators and Administrators, and working closely with colleagues across Property Services, Health & Safety, Estates, Projects, Finance and Procurement.
If you’re motivated by improving compliance, strengthening contractor performance and embedding robust asset management practices, this role offers a significant opportunity to shape how we manage our homes.
- Act as the organisation’s Responsible Person / Authorising Officer for lifts, water hygiene and allocated M&E systems
- Oversee risk assessments, written schemes, examinations, testing and inspections
- Ensure compliance with statutory, non‑statutory and best‑practice requirements
- Align policies, standards, procedures and risk frameworks across the organisation
- Support cultural change by strengthening understanding of compliance responsibilities
- Define system requirements for M&E and compliance data
- Oversee data migration, validation and governance for the new Asset Management System
- Ensure accurate asset records, meaningful reporting and improved visibility of risk and lifecycle costs
- Manage specialist contractors, ensuring high performance and value for money
- Lead procurement activity for new Property Services contracts
- Work with Finance, Procurement and Home Ownership on Section 20 and service charge processes
- Drive efficiency and performance across suppliers
- Manage and develop Contract Support Coordinators and Administrators
- Provide guidance, mentoring and technical support
- Ensure the team works to required timeframes and legal requirements
- Provide engineering expertise to design, plan and manage minor refurbishments and equipment installations
- Support Repairs Managers and Property Services colleagues with technical solutions
- Contribute to audits and reviews related to compliance, financial regulation and contract management
- Plan and manage budgets of approximately £3m
- Ensure financial regulations are followed for issuing and approving works
- Produce reports for senior leaders and recommend improvements
You’ll do well in this role if you:
- Bring strong technical expertise in M&E engineering
- Have deep knowledge of UK statutory compliance frameworks
- Can interpret technical information and communicate clearly with non‑technical colleagues
- Are confident managing contractors, suppliers and internal stakeholders
- Have experience leading teams and supporting professional development
- Are organised, proactive and comfortable working across multiple workstreams
- Build strong relationships and work collaboratively across departments
- Are committed to safety, quality and continuous improvement
- Recognised qualification in Mechanical/Electrical Engineering or equivalent experience
- Strong knowledge of statutory compliance frameworks for building services
- Proven track record delivering M&E works to a high standard
- Ability to provide clear, risk‑based advice
- Health & Safety qualification (NEBOSH, NVQ Level 4, IOSH or SMSTS)
- Responsible Person & Duty Holder Training (LCA9010)
- Strong IT skills, especially Excel
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- Ability to work collaboratively and build strong relationships
- Experience managing a team
- Experience producing executive reports
- Experience in contract management or procurement
- Enthusiasm for promoting a positive culture and continuous improvement
At SettleParadigm, we believe in creating an environment where our people feel valued, supported, and inspired to grow. Our comprehensive benefits and rewards package reflects this commitment.
- annual salary: £64,790 per annum
- 25 days holiday, increasing with service, plus Christmas closure and buy options
- Generous pension scheme – up to 9.5% employer contribution via salary sacrifice
- Family-friendly leave: Enhanced maternity, paternity, and adoption leave
- Health cash plan – claim up to £1,800 for everyday health costs (plus free kids’ cover)
- Life cover and income protection
- Flexible working – hybrid options, modern offices, free parking & EV charging
- Mental Health First Aiders available to support
- Car leasing via salary sacrifice (for permanent colleagues subject to conditions)
- Funded training, qualifications & apprenticeships
- 3 paid volunteering days in the local communities
- Peer-recognition rewards platform
- Paid professional subscription (one per year)
- 37 hours per week
- Monday - Friday
- Contract: Permanent
We are committed to creating an inclusive workforce, by reflecting and representing the diversity of the communities we serve. We would like to encourage applications from disadvantaged socio-economic backgrounds; people who identify as disabled, neurodiverse, members of the LGBTQ+ community and people from underrepresented groups.
We are committed to providing reasonable adjustments throughout our recruitment process and we’ll always endeavour to be as accommodating as possible. Please let us know in advance of any suitable arrangements required.
Due to the nature of some of our roles involving work with vulnerable members of society, this post may be subject to a basic or enhanced Criminal Disclosure, which will be carried out when a conditional offer is made.
Please ensure you fully answer the questions on the application form.
Closing Date: 23.08.2026
We reserve the right to close this vacancy earlier than the closing date should we find a suitable candidate.
Department
Property - Compliance, Assets, Planned Works
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