Senior Technical Officer

Randstad Construction and Property; City Of London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading facilities management firm in the UK is seeking a Senior Technical Officer to ensure the operational integrity and compliance of corporate buildings. The ideal candidate will have strong technical expertise in mechanical and/or electrical systems, experience in contractor management, and a passion for driving sustainable change. This role offers the opportunity to make a lasting impact on public sector infrastructure.

Qualifications

• Proven strong technical background and competence in mechanical and/or electrical systems within a complex building services environment.
• Experienced in procurement and management of specialist M&E contractors.
• Excellent ability to interpret and implement planned maintenance strategies.

Responsibilities

• Lead role in ensuring statutory compliance of corporate and community buildings.
• Develop and implement innovative PPM strategies and Health & Safety measures.
• Oversee procurement and management of specialist contractors for quality assurance.

Skills

Technical expertise in mechanical and/or electrical systems

Experience in contractor management

Strong communication skills

Strategic planning abilities

Innovative problem-solving

Job description

We are seeking an accomplished Senior Technical Officer to join the in-house Facilities Management team of a leading world class institution. This pivotal role is central to ensuring our corporate and community buildings remain fully functional, safe, and compliant, serving thousands of local residents and staff. If you are a highly technical individual passionate about optimizing public sector infrastructure and driving sustainable change, this is your opportunity to make a lasting impact.

What You’ll Be Doing

As the Senior Technical Officer, you will be the lead expert responsible for the operational integrity and compliance of the organization’s corporate and community property estate.

• Statutory Compliance: Take the lead role in ensuring the corporate and community building portfolio is fully statutory compliant with all associated legal legislation.
• PPM Strategy: Lead on developing and implementing innovative and cost-effective approaches to Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM), reactive repairs, and Health & Safety across the estate.
• Contractor Management: Oversee the competitive procurement and hands‑on management of specialist M&E contractors, auditing and scrutinizing their work to ensure it meets the highest standards of quality and efficiency.
• Technical Scrutiny: Utilise your strong technical background (in mechanical and/or electrical systems) to audit and vet works, guaranteeing adherence to specifications and high‑quality outputs.
• Stakeholder Collaboration: Build strong collaborative relationships with internal teams, including Asset Management and Technical Support, to enhance long‑term planning and lifecycle programs.
• Reporting & Analysis: Gather, interpret, and present analytical data on building performance to inform decision‑making, drive service improvements, and ensure value‑for‑money.

About You

• Technical Expertise: Proven strong technical background and competence in mechanical and/or electrical systems within a complex building services environment.
• Contract Management: Experienced in the procurement and management of specialist M&E contractors, ensuring both planned and reactive maintenance is delivered efficiently.
• Strategic Planning: Excellent ability to interpret and implement planned maintenance strategies and contribute to long‑term lifecycle programs.
• Communication: A natural communicator, capable of translating complex technical information into clear, accessible advice for a wide range of non‑technical stakeholders.
• Innovation: A forward‑thinker who embraces technology and offers creative, cost‑effective solutions that enhance building safety, performance, and sustainability.

Randstad CPE values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.

Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

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