M&E Technical Compliance Lead

Principal People Recruitment; Denton; Hybrid; GBP 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading property management firm is seeking an experienced M&E Technical Compliance Lead for a home-based role with occasional travel. This position is crucial for driving high standards of compliance across mechanical and electrical systems and influencing best practices in building services. The ideal candidate will have excellent knowledge of M&E or building services, an understanding of compliance in property management, and strong communication skills. Competitive salary of £60,000, annual bonus, and benefits including a car allowance and professional development opportunities are offered.

Benefits

Company car or car allowance

Annual bonus scheme

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Enhanced pension

Life assurance and private medical cover

Professional development support

Qualifications

• Excellent knowledge and experience of M&E or Building Services.
• Good understanding of compliance in a property environment.
• Ability to effectively communicate technical information.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage the technical compliance program.
• Act as subject matter expert for M&E compliance.
• Provide technical guidance to Operations and Property teams.
• Monitor changes in compliance legislation.
• Conduct audits and highlight areas of risk.
• Create action plans post-audits.

Skills

Knowledge of M&E or Building Services

Understanding of compliance within buildings

Ability to interpret technical information

Stakeholder management

Organizational and proactive skills

Experience in housing or residential environments

Job description

Location: Home Based, Anywhere in the UK (with occasional national travel)

We are delighted to be partnering with a market leading residential property operator to support the search for an M&E Technical Compliance Lead. This is a home-based role with occasional travel, to support operational needs across a National estate.

This position plays a key role in driving high standards of mechanical and electrical compliance across existing developments, ensuring they remain aligned with current and emerging legislation. It offers an excellent opportunity for an experienced M&E professional who enjoys shaping compliance frameworks, supporting operational teams and influencing best practice across building services and property management.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the development and management of the organisation’s technical compliance programme
• Act as the subject matter expert for M&E compliance across the estate
• Provide clear technical guidance to Operations and Property teams
• Monitor changes in compliance legislation and ensure processes remain up to date
• Conduct audits, review procedures and highlight areas of risk
• Create and oversee action plans following audits or legislative changes
• Support wider building services initiatives and continuous improvement activity

Experience Required

• Excellent knowledge and experience of M&E or Building Services
• Good understanding of compliance within a building or property environment
• Ability to interpret technical information and communicate it clearly
• Confident working with multiple stakeholders across operations and property teams
• Organised, proactive and able to identify risks and improvements
• Experience from housing, residential property, FM or building services environments is beneficial

Package and Benefits

• £60,000 salary
• Company car or car allowance
• Annual bonus scheme
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Enhanced pension
• Life assurance and private medical cover
• Professional development and membership support

Home based with hybrid flexibility

This is a fantastic opportunity to make a significant impact within a respected and well-established organisation. If you are an M&E specialist with an interest in compliance and building services standards, we would welcome the chance to speak with you.

Apply today or contact us for a confidential conversation