Technical & Energy Manager

Serco Limited; Mansfield; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free gym membership

Free safeguarding training

Free swimming lessons for a child

21 days holiday plus bank holidays

Employer pension contribution (6%)

Training and development opportunities

Employee assistance programme

Job summary

Serco Limited, on behalf of Leisure Solutions Community Trust, seeks a Technical & Energy Manager covering Charnwood sites in Loughborough and Soar Valley. You will lead maintenance, energy management and compliance to deliver safe, welcoming facilities.

The role is permanent, full-time (37.5 hours) with a salary of £40,000 plus a company vehicle and benefits, working with contractors, clients and regulators to enhance sustainability and community wellbeing.

Qualifications

• Technical leadership in a multi-site environment
• Facilities management and building services leadership
• Health and safety compliance knowledge
• Energy performance monitoring and improvement
• Team leadership and stakeholder management

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop technical and facilities teams across multiple leisure sites.
• Ensure building services, systems and equipment meet statutory requirements and standards.
• Manage planned and reactive maintenance, renewals and minor works.
• Monitor energy consumption and identify efficiency and cost-saving opportunities.
• Oversee budgets, maintenance expenditure and capital projects.
• Collaborate with contractors, clients and regulators to improve facility performance.

Job description

Technical & Energy Manager

Covering Charnwood sites Loughborough Leisure Centre, South Charnwood Leisure Centre & Soar Valley Leisure Centre

Permanent, Full Time (37.5 hours p/w)

£40,000 per annum + Company Vehicle and excellent benefits

Make a positive difference every day

At Serco, we’re pleased to be recruiting on behalf of Leisure Solutions Community Trust.

Leisure Solutions Community Trust encourages active, healthy lifestyles across the local community. Providing affordable access to a wide range of sports and leisure facilities in a safe, clean, friendly and welcoming space, their goal is to support healthier and happier lives for everyone. Delivering these services relies on an enthusiastic, customer‑focused team, and they’re now looking for a Technical & Energy Manager to join their team and help make a positive difference every day.

As Technical & Energy Manager, you’ll play a vital role in ensuring leisure facilities remain safe, compliant, efficient and welcoming for the communities they serve. By leading maintenance, technical compliance and energy management activities across multiple sites, you’ll help create environments where people can stay active, improve their wellbeing and enjoy high-quality leisure experiences. Your work has purpose, supporting sustainability goals, operational excellence and a positive impact on communities both now and in the future.

What you’ll do as a Technical & Energy Manager

• Lead and develop technical and grounds teams, providing clear direction, support and leadership across multiple leisure facilities.
• Ensure all building services, systems and equipment remain fully compliant with statutory requirements, industry standards and contractual obligations.
• Manage planned preventative maintenance programmes, reactive maintenance activities and minor works projects to maintain safe and efficient operations.
• Monitor, analyse and manage energy consumption, identifying opportunities for innovation, efficiency improvements and cost savings.
• Oversee technical budgets, maintenance expenditure and capital projects, ensuring effective planning and value for money.
• Work closely with colleagues, contractors, clients and regulatory bodies to create impactful solutions that support long‑term facility performance.

Does this sound like you?

• Significant experience in a technical management, facilities management or building services leadership role.
• Strong knowledge of health and safety legislation, compliance requirements and building services systems, including electrical and mechanical infrastructure.
• Excellent analytical and problem‑solving skills with experience of managing energy performance and maintenance programmes.
• Proven ability to lead, motivate and develop teams while building positive working relationships with a range of stakeholders.
• Relevant technical qualifications in electrical, mechanical or building services disciplines, with a commitment to ongoing professional growth.

What we offer

• Free gym membership for you and your immediate family
• Free safeguarding training and DBS checks
• Free swimming lessons and holiday clubs for one child (50% off for additional children)
• 21 days’ holiday plus bank holidays
• 6% employer matched pension contribution
• Training and development opportunities
• Employee Assistance Programme, Wisdom wellbeing app, Personal Trainer discounts
• Discounts across around 1,000 retailers, from food and clothing to days out, entertainment, travel, and gym equipment
• Learn more at www.moreleisure.org/employee-benefits

Vetting and checks

A Standard DBS check will be carried out for this position. This includes spent and unspent convictions, cautions, reprimands, and warnings as permitted under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act. An Occupational Health Questionnaire will also be completed so we can ensure you have the necessary support to perform your duties.

Ready to make a difference? Apply today.