Regional Engineering Manager

All Locations; Barrow-in-Furness; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A facilities management company is seeking a Technical Services Manager in Barrow-in-Furness. The role involves leading technical services across critical sites, ensuring safe and compliant maintenance delivery. Ideal candidates have over five years of experience and relevant engineering qualifications. Strong leadership and excellent communication skills are essential. The position offers a chance to drive innovative practices and ensure high standards of service delivery.

Qualifications

• Minimum five years' experience in technical services management or supervision in FM.
• Strong understanding of current legislation, environmental standards, and quality frameworks.
• Experience in high-dependency or critical infrastructure environments is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Lead the engineering team ensuring delivery, technical excellence, and high performance.
• Oversee quality assurance and operational delivery across critical sites.

Skills

Technical services management

Leadership

Customer engagement

Communication skills

Education

HNC/HND/Degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office

CAFM platforms

Scheduling tools

Auditing software

Job description

Job Summary

At EMCOR UK, we revolutionise facilities management by combining our engineering heritage and innovation capability. We prioritise people in everything we do, collaborating closely with our customers to understand all their needs, from the big picture to day‑to‑day operations. Our purpose is to "create a better world at work". Using our unique insight platform, "One Data World," we harness data‑driven intelligence to make informed decisions, adapting our services to meet our customers' evolving requirements. This allows us to cultivate an enhanced workplace experience for their teams whilst optimising efficiency, meticulously managing every asset, and minimising their impact on the planet. All supported by our commitment to safety, compliance, and assurance. Our partnering approach empowers our customers to shape a better future. Whether guiding their path to net zero or redeveloping their facilities for enhanced efficiency, we create better places for work whilst taking away the burden of facility operations, freeing up our customers to concentrate on their business.

Job Purpose: To lead the delivery of technical services across a complex facilities management contract, overseeing critical sites and supporting assets across South Wales, the West Country, and the Midlands. The role is responsible for the safe, efficient, and compliant delivery of all planned and reactive maintenance through both in‑house and subcontracted teams. You will ensure all works are completed on time, within budget, and to the required technical standards, while providing expert technical assurance to senior stakeholders.

Key Duties

• Build strong and effective relationships with stakeholders across both the client organisation and internal FM teams.
• Develop, mentor, and support the technical team to enhance service delivery, performance, and professional growth.
• Maintain close liaison with the client to ensure full visibility of maintenance activities, operational performance, and emerging risks.
• Ensure quality performance through regular auditing of engineering teams, with a focus on workmanship, housekeeping, compliance, and customer satisfaction.
• Manage and audit subcontractors against established SLAs and KPIs to ensure consistent and high‑quality service delivery.
• Review operational data and performance insights, ensuring appropriate actions are taken where improvements are required.
• Promote a culture of safe working across all engineering activities, ensuring adherence to health, safety, and environmental standards.
• Hold or work toward HV/LV Authorised Person status and undertake associated responsibilities.
• Maintain full ownership of statutory compliance processes across the contract.
• Provide technical leadership and guidance to the engineering function, resolving complex issues effectively.
• Support the continuous improvement of maintenance strategies in partnership with the Senior Asset Manager.
• Lead on the implementation of enhanced work scheduling and work‑management processes.
• Champion innovative practices that increase efficiency, operational excellence, and service quality.
• Drive energy‑efficiency initiatives and identify opportunities to optimise building performance across the contract.

Responsibilities

• Provide day‑to‑day leadership and direction to the engineering team, ensuring consistent delivery, technical excellence, and high standards of performance.
• Oversee safe systems of work, quality assurance, and operational delivery across a range of complex and critical sites.

Qualifications

• Minimum five years' experience in technical services management or supervision within a building services or hard FM environment.
• HNC/HND/Degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering preferred, though strong vocational qualifications with relevant experience will be considered.
• Working knowledge of critical LV/HV distribution systems including UPS and generators.
• Current or previous LV/HV Authorised Person status desirable; training available.
• Strong leadership and team‑management capabilities.
• Excellent knowledge of M&E building systems and associated compliance requirements.
• Effective communication, interpersonal, and customer‑engagement skills.
• Ability to prepare clear, well‑structured technical documentation and reports.
• Proficient with IT systems including Microsoft Office, CAFM platforms, scheduling tools, and auditing software.
• Strong understanding of current legislation, environmental standards, and quality frameworks.
• Experience working within complex, high‑dependency, or critical infrastructure environments is advantageous.

Equality & Diversity

At EMCOR UK, we embrace and celebrate diversity in all its forms. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and experiences, regardless of age, race, gender, sexual orientation, religion, disability, or any other characteristic that makes you unique. We believe that a diverse and inclusive workforce fosters creativity, innovation, and better problem‑solving. We encourage applications from all candidates and are committed to providing equal opportunities for employment and growth, supported by our inclusive policies and practices. Join us in our endeavour to build a culture of mutual respect and equity, a place where every voice is heard, and every individual is championed. Join us in building a better world at work.