Mechanical Services Manager

Dalkia UK; Camden Town; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Facilities Management company is seeking an experienced Mechanical Services Manager at Imperial College London. The role involves managing technical operations, ensuring safety and compliance, and mentoring a dedicated team. Candidates should have a mechanical engineering background and experience in a regulated environment. Join a supportive team within a world-class academic institution, benefiting from development opportunities and a competitive salary.

Benefits

Competitive Salary

Matched pension (6-8%)

Life Assurance & Private Medical Insurance

Flexible benefits including retail discounts

Recognition & referral bonus programmes

Volunteering day & Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Experience working in a regulated environment.
• Strong technical operations background with pressure systems.
• Management experience in technical operations.

Responsibilities

• Manage technical operations across multiple sites.
• Drive a culture of safety and quality.
• Prepare technical reports and conduct Root Cause Analysis.

Skills

Team management

Operational leadership

Technical diagnostics

Communication with stakeholders

CAFM system proficiency

Education

Recognised apprenticeship or degree in mechanical engineering

IOSH Managing Safely

Job description

Overview

We're looking for an experienced Mechanical Services Manager to join our Facilities team at Imperial College London (ICL). This is a pivotal role within our contract management team - ideal for someone with experience of working in a regulated environment who can balance engineering insight with strong operational leadership.

Responsibilities

• Manage technical operations, leading a team of one supervisor and ten technicians across multiple sites;
• Promote staff development and continuous improvement, mentoring team members and leading by example;
• Drive a culture of safety and quality, with a strong focus on completion of remedial works to maintain statutory compliance;
• Be the main point of contact for technical escalations, completing Root Cause Analysis and compiling technical reports;
• Facilitating clear and transparent communication with clients, direct delivery team and third party stakeholders;
• Manage the performance of sub-contractors including reviewing RAMS and compliance documentation;
• Ensure the efficient scheduling of planned maintenance and timely completion of reactive faults;
• Hands-on leadership with pressure systems experience and a passion for technical diagnostics; strong technical operations background with experience of managing pressure systems;
• Solid understanding of mechanical, electrical and controls disciplines;
• Confident communicator, particularly with multiple client stakeholders;
• Proficient in using CAFM systems, Microsoft Office, and mobile work platforms.

Qualifications

• IOSH Managing Safely;
• Recognised apprenticeship or degree with mechanical engineering bias.

Why Join Us?

You'll be part of a highly professional, supportive team working within a world-class academic environment. We offer the opportunity to make a real impact in the smooth running of vital research and healthcare infrastructure. You'll also benefit from development opportunities and the satisfaction of working on sites where innovation and excellence are the norm.

At Dalkia, we are committed to equity, diversity, and inclusion. We ensure that every applicant is treated fairly and respectfully throughout our selection process. If you require any adjustments, please inform us in confidence. Our talent acquisition team is here to assist you.

Benefits

• Competitive Salary
• Matched pension (6-8%)
• Life Assurance & Private Medical Insurance (after 12 months)
• Flexible benefits including retail discounts, electric car scheme, wellbeing support
• Recognition & referral bonus programmes
• Volunteering day & Employee Assistance Programme