MEP Technical Services Manager

Bettys & Taylors of Harrogate; Harrogate; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Profit-share bonus

Flexible working options

Health benefits

Pension

Job summary

Bettys & Taylors Group in Harrogate seeks an experienced MEP Technical Services Manager to lead mechanical, electrical and plumbing services across its estate. The role focuses on safety, compliance, and efficiency while guiding strategic asset investments.

You will manage maintenance programmes, provide technical leadership during incidents, and collaborate with sustainability, health & safety, and operations teams to raise building performance and energy efficiency.

Qualifications

• Significant experience in senior MEP, Technical Services, Facilities Management or Building Services.
• Qualification in Mechanical, Electrical, Building Services Engineering or related discipline.
• Strong knowledge of mechanical, electrical and plumbing systems and compliance requirements.
• Experience managing maintenance programmes, asset lifecycle planning and capital investment projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead delivery of MEP services across diverse property portfolio and ensure safety and compliance.
• Provide expert advice on MEP systems and oversee statutory compliance programmes.
• Support capital projects and shape long-term asset investment strategies.
• Develop and coach the MEP team; drive energy efficiency improvements and innovative tech adoption.

Skills

Senior MEP Leadership

Facilities Management

Building Services Engineering

Stakeholder Management

Leadership & Coaching

UK Legislation & Compliance

Energy & Building Performance

Travel across BTG sites

Education

Mechanical/Electrical/Building Services Engineering degree

Job description

Join us as the MEP Technical Services Manager at Bettys and Taylors Group - Our family business is home to three iconic Yorkshire brands - Yorkshire Tea, Bettys and Taylors of Harrogate.

We are seeking an experienced MEP Technical Services Manager to join our Group Property Services team, based in Harrogate. Reporting to the Group Property Services Director, you will lead the delivery of mechanical, electrical and plumbing (MEP) services across our diverse property portfolio, ensuring our buildings remain safe, compliant, efficient and fit for the future.

As the Group’s technical lead for MEP services, you will provide expert advice and assurance on mechanical, electrical and plumbing systems, oversee statutory compliance programmes, support the delivery of capital projects and help shape long-term asset investment strategies. You will work closely with colleagues across Group Property Services, Sustainability, Health & Safety and operational teams to ensure high standards of service delivery across the estate.

The role combines strategic leadership with operational oversight. You will lead and develop the MEP team, manage maintenance and compliance activities, drive continuous improvement initiatives and provide technical leadership during major incidents and business continuity events. You will also play a key role in improving building performance, identifying opportunities to enhance energy efficiency and supporting the adoption of innovative technologies across the portfolio.

This is a full-time role working 37.5 hours over 5 days.

About You

• Significant experience in a senior MEP, Technical Services, Facilities Management or Building Services role.
• Relevant qualification in Mechanical, Electrical, Building Services Engineering or a related discipline.
• Strong technical knowledge of mechanical, electrical and plumbing systems and statutory compliance requirements.
• Experience managing maintenance programmes, asset lifecycle planning and capital investment projects.
• Strong understanding of UK building services legislation, compliance requirements and industry best practice.
• Proven ability to lead, coach and develop technical teams.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills, with the ability to influence and build effective relationships at all levels.
• Strong risk management and problem-solving skills, with the ability to develop practical and commercially sound solutions.
• Experience working across multi-site property portfolios would be advantageous.
• Professional membership of CIBSE, IET, IWFM or similar (or working towards chartership) is desirable.
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel across the BTG sites as required.

About Us - Great People, Great Culture

We are Bettys & Taylors Group. Our family business is home to three iconic Yorkshire brands - Yorkshire Tea, Bettys, and Taylors of Harrogate. Together we share a passion for quality, delighting customers, and doing things properly. We are driven by our purpose and values, and we know our talented people set us apart. That’s where you come in.

We are committed to offering a welcoming, inclusive culture where everyone can thrive and we welcome applications from all cultures, backgrounds, and experiences. Don’t worry if you do not meet 100% of the job requirements listed above - if you fulfil most of the skills and experiences we’re looking for, please apply as we would love to hear from you.

What We Offer You

You’ll receive a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your financial and overall wellbeing.

On top of a competitive salary, we offer:

• A discretionary profit-share bonus scheme paid quarterly (11.9% average over the last three years).
• A generous, flexible and inclusive range of family-friendly benefits to support you through every stage of life. These include enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption and shared parental leave arrangements, flexible working options, paid time off for caring responsibilities, and emergency family leave.
• Freshly cooked hot meals while at work, along with free drinks and snacks.
• Discounts on Bettys & Taylors products.
• A range of health benefits, including a health cash plan, health assessments, flu jabs and more.
• Wellbeing support, including an Employee Assistance Programme (free and independent service offering free counselling and health and wellbeing resources). Read more here.
• The option to buy and (in some cases) sell additional holidays.
• Pension schemes and life assurance.
• And more.

We also offer a range of development opportunities no matter your role and ambitions. We encourage everyone to take control of their career and make the most of:

• On-the-job learning
• External training programmes
• Apprenticeship opportunities
• Internal 1:1 coaching schemes
• Find out more about working here on our website.

Please let us know of any reasonable adjustments which you would benefit from. The hiring manager will pick up any information provided in your application and get in touch with you to talk about what could support you.

The closing date for this vacancy is Wednesday 14th October 2026.