Shift Assistant Estate Manager

EQUANS; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 44,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Shift allowance

Life cover 1.5x salary

Employee discounts

Job summary

Equans is seeking a Shift Assistant Estate Manager for the Queen Elizabeth Hospital in Birmingham. This full-time, permanent role operates a 39.375-hour week on a shift rota (2 days 7am–7pm, 2 nights 7pm–7am, 4 days off).

You will support Technical Services Managers and oversee hard FM & lifecycle services, maintaining high-quality, statutory compliance across the estate. We welcome electrical or mechanical backgrounds and offer a competitive salary, shift allowance, and a broad benefits

Qualifications

• Electrical or mechanical background considered essential.
• Approved apprenticeship or equivalent electrical qualifications.

Responsibilities

• Direct management of a team of 7 including Electrical, Mechanical and Fabric personnel.
• Collaborate with other AEMs to provide cohesive estate services.
• Manage day-to-day performance of Acute Shift team for Planned, Corrective and Reactive maintenance.

Education

Electrical Installation qualifications and related certificates (City & Guilds, NVQ, etc.)

Job description

Equans is looking for a Shift Assistant Estate Manager to join our team based at the Queen Elizabeth Hospital in Birmingham on a permanent basis. This is a full-time role working 39.375 hours per week. This is based on a shift rota working 2 days on (7am-7pm) then 2 nights on (7pm-7am) then 4 days off. On offer is a competitive salary, shift allowance and benefits package. The role is to assist the Technical Services Managers in the provision of Hard FM & Lifecycle Services whilst delivering a high-quality and statutory compliant maintenance service. The role will include assisting in the operation, repair and maintenance of mechanical and electrical engineering services whilst working within a multi-disciplinary hard service team environment. We will consider applicants from either an Electrical or a Mechanical background.

What will you deliver?

• Direct management of a team of 7 that includes Electrical, Mechanical and Fabric personnel
• Work in collaboration with the other AEM’s to provide an efficient and cohesive service across the Estate
• Manage the day-to-day performance of the relevant Acute Shift team, assisting as required, including Planned, Corrective and Reactive maintenance tasks
• Managing, directing, and assisting staff in a safe and efficient manner
• Deliver training to staff on relevant subjects as appropriate so experience is gained (e.g., toolbox talks & trade specific subject matter)
• Regularly meet with directly employed staff (collectively irrespective of their trade function and individually) to discuss performance and complete employee appraisals
• Manage absence and utilization within the team effectively ensuring the rota is covered as necessary

What can we offer you?

• On offer is a competitive salary, shift allowance and benefits package, which includes
• 24 days annual leave increasing to 25 days once 2 years service is reached
• Life Cover equivalent to 1.5 times annual salary
• Employee discount shopping schemes on major brands and retailers
• Gym membership discounts
• Cycle to work scheme
• Holiday purchase scheme
• 2 corporate social responsibility days per year
• Broad range of learning opportunities, such as professional qualifications, collective/individual training, and personalized support programmes
• Attractive Employee Referral Rewards Scheme
• Access to our growing employee networks
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Program and access to mental wellbeing app

Who are you?

Electrical Electrical Installation – Approved apprenticeship with either: Base electrical qualifications C&G Part A & B City & Guild 236 Part 1 & 2City & Guilds 2330 / 2365 levels 2 & 3 DiplomaEAL Electrical installation QCF Diploma levels 1, 2 & 3 (601/0409/0 & 600/6724/X & 600/9331/6)EAL Level 3 Electrotechnical NVQ or C & G 2357 level 3 NVQAM218th Edition of the Wiring Regulations C& G 2382-18 MechanicalCity & Guilds Mechanical Engineering Level 2 & 3City & Guilds Pipefitting & Plumbing Level 2 & 3City & Guilds Plumbing Level 2 & 3Relevant City & Guilds Mechanical qualificationsOther Management experience Driving licence This role includes a DBS Standard check therefore ability to pass is essential.

Who are we?

In the UK & Ireland, Equans is a provider of sustainable facilities management and regeneration, and cutting-edge energy and digital services. Our 15,000 employees combine these activities to deliver decarbonisation across the built environment and help businesses, communities, public sector organisations and government to accelerate the transition to a low carbon, resilient world. Globally, Equans is a world leader in the energy and services sector with operations in 20 countries, 90,000 employees working on 5 continents and a turnover of 19.2 billion euros in 2024. Equans is a subsidiary of the Bouygues group.

At Equans we’re committed to building a diverse, respectful and inclusive workplace that truly reflects the communities and markets we serve. Joining Equans means being part of a culture where every voice is valued, supported by vibrant employee led networks championing inclusion and diversity across gender, ethnicity, disability, LGBTQ+, veterans, parents, and young professionals. Guided by our core values, we foster a culture of respect, integrity, collaboration, and excellence – empowering our people to deliver outstanding results and be their authentic selves every day. Our approach means we welcome candidates with transferable skills who may not meet every specific requirement, and where possible we support flexible working arrangements and reasonable adjustments to enable success. For this role, you must have evidence of the right to work in the UK. Certain roles may require applicants to undergo a Disclosure check or security vetting, as noted in the role requirements. A criminal record will not necessarily be a barrier to obtaining a position with us. As part of our recruitment process, EQUANS uses StaffVetting, our trusted third-party provider, to support the completion of employee background checks. StaffVetting delivers professional screening services in a friendly, efficient, and customer-focused way, helping us ensure the right checks are completed from the start of the application journey. We are Disability Confident Level 2 members, and we offer the Guaranteed Interview Scheme as part of this commitment. Where feasible, if a candidate applies under the Disability Confident Scheme and they meet all of the essential criteria, we will offer an interview. The Equans Resourcing Team manage this requirement. Agency involvement is not required. All related enquiries should come to the resourcing team not direct to Equans Managers.

Shift Assistant Estate Manager

Company: EQUANS

Salary: £44,000 to £50,000 a year

Hours: Full-time

Location: Birmingham, BIRMINGHAM

Job type: Permanent

Posting date: 22 Oct 2026

Closing date: 21 Nov 2026

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