Technical Compliance & Assurance Manager

Carbon 60; England; On-site; GBP 69,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading FM service provider is seeking a Technical Compliance & Assurance Manager to oversee compliance across Hard FM disciplines. This strategic role involves leading assurance activities, engaging with regulatory bodies, and supporting regional Technical Managers. The ideal candidate will have extensive technical compliance experience and a background in engineering governance. Competitive salary and opportunities for professional development are offered.

Benefits

Car allowance of £600/month

Opportunity for professional development

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in technical compliance or engineering governance roles within Hard FM.
• Strong working knowledge of compliance areas like P405 Asbestos and C&G Legionella.
• Understanding of MoD Defence contracts and JSP 375.

Responsibilities

• Lead assurance activities across various compliance areas including fire safety and gas.
• Govern technical standards and ensure output quality.
• Manage third-party engineering audits and corrective actions.

Skills

Technical compliance

Stakeholder engagement

Analytical skills

Continuous improvement

Education

HNC/HND/Degree in Building Services, Mechanical or Electrical Engineering

Tools

CAFM systems (e.g. Maximo)

FM standards (e.g. SFG20)

Job description

Job Title: Technical Compliance & Assurance Manager

Salary: £68,906.25

Car Allowance: £600/month

Base Location: Tidworth, Wiltshire

Overview

A leading FM service provider is seeking a skilled and forward‑thinking Technical Compliance & Assurance Manager to oversee and drive the national assurance framework across Hard FM disciplines. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone passionate about operational excellence, regulatory compliance, and influencing technical standards at scale.

Role Summary

In this strategic leadership role, you will be responsible for ensuring technical governance across the organisation, maintaining compliance with statutory, contractual, and industry standards. You’ll lead national audit programmes, support regional Technical Managers and Authorised Persons, and act as the subject matter expert for JSP 375. This position involves regular engagement with senior stakeholders, regulatory bodies, and defence clients, requiring a confident communicator and a technically astute professional.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead assurance activities across fire safety, DSEAR, fuel, gas, electrical, asbestos, and legionella compliance.
• Govern technical standards and ensure outputs are accurate, complete, and high quality.
• Represent technical assurance at contractual meetings, providing clear, evidence‑based reporting.
• Manage third‑party engineering audits and ensure timely resolution of corrective actions.
• Analyse national maintenance and compliance trends, driving root cause analysis and improvement.
• Maintain strong relationships with regulatory bodies and ensure a proactive compliance approach.
• Support the delivery of the Management Process Audit & Assurance programme and embed lessons learned across the business.

Candidate Profile

• Extensive experience in senior technical compliance, assurance, or engineering governance roles within Hard FM.
• Strong working knowledge of CAFM systems (e.g. Maximo) and FM standards (e.g. SFG20).
• Relevant qualifications in compliance areas (e.g. P405 Asbestos, C&G Legionella).
• Understanding of MoD Defence contracts and JSP 375.
• HNC/HND/Degree in Building Services, Mechanical or Electrical Engineering (or equivalent experience).
• Excellent communication, stakeholder engagement, and analytical skills.
• A proactive mindset with a focus on continuous improvement and regional leadership.

Leadership & Culture

You’ll be a collaborative and fair leader who recognises excellence and drives performance. You’ll challenge existing practices, raise standards, and foster a culture of continuous improvement across the technical estate.

Interested in leading technical assurance at scale and shaping the future of defence infrastructure? Apply now or contact our Talent Team to learn more.