Technical Facilities Manager

Vinci; Basingstoke; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Facilities Management provider in Basingstoke seeks a Technical Facilities Manager for a Defence contract. The role involves managing complex maintenance services and overseeing a team of six engineers. A strong electrical background is essential, along with IOSH certification. Successful candidates must be UK nationals able to obtain DV clearance. The company offers comprehensive benefits such as 26 days holiday, pension contributions, and opportunities for training and development.

Benefits

26 days holiday (+ bank holidays)

Generous pension contribution

Flexible working arrangements

Additional training and development

Qualifications

• Proven track record delivering PPM/reactive programmes and managing KPIs and SLAs.
• Experience managing multi-disciplinary engineering teams in a technical environment.
• Strong understanding of SFG20, CDM, compliance, and HSE requirements.

Responsibilities

• Manage and deliver the PPM and reactive maintenance programme.
• Lead and manage a team of six shift engineers.
• Act as the primary contact for site stakeholders.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder engagement

Technical knowledge in FM

Communication

Education

Relevant technical qualification (ideally electrical)

IOSH certification or equivalent

Job description

Join our team as a Technical Facilities Manager on a key Defence contract at the prestigious Telemetry & Command Station in Oakhanger. In this role, you will lead the delivery of hard FM services across a technically complex site, managing the full PPM and reactive maintenance programme and overseeing the performance of a team of 6 shift engineers. You'll ensure operational excellence, compliance, and seamless service across all mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and air‑conditioning systems. With the site's high technical demands, a strong electrical background is essential, and you will be required to hold - or work towards - AP Electrical status while managing the contract. Due to the sensitivity of the site, candidates must be UK sole nationals and able to obtain DV (Developed Vetting) clearance. You may start after gaining SC (Security Check) clearance, but will be shadowed on‑site for approximately six months until DV clearance is approved.

Responsibilities

• Manage and deliver the PPM and reactive maintenance programme, ensuring high performance across all engineering activities
• Lead, motivate, and manage a team of six shift engineers, ensuring strong operational output and technical standards
• Act as the primary point of contact for all site stakeholders and maintain an excellent client relationship
• Ensure full compliance with statutory obligations, health & safety, SFG20, and quality standards
• Conduct regular site audits and maintain an effective assurance and compliance regime
• Oversee and monitor additional small works and subcontractor performance
• Support FM reporting, operational planning, and performance tracking against KPIs & SLAs

Qualifications

• Proven track record delivering PPM/reactive programmes and managing KPIs and SLAs
• Experience managing multi-disciplinary engineering teams, ideally within a technical or critical environment
• Strong understanding of SFG20, CDM, statutory compliance, and HSE requirements
• Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder engagement skills
• IOSH (or equivalent) certification required
• Relevant technical qualification is essential — ideally electrical — due to AP Electrical responsibilities

About the Company

VINCI Facilities is a Facilities Management and Building Solutions provider, delivering cost‑effective and sustainable bespoke solutions to customers in the public and private sectors. We are committed to working towards a lower‑carbon society, focusing on sustainable and innovative methods to exceed our partners’ goals and add value for all stakeholders. VINCI was named the top‑ranked FM service provider in the Sustainable FM Index for 2020.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Fairness, Inclusion and Respect (FIR) at VINCI Facilities is about recognising and celebrating each other’s differences and what they bring to the team. Harnessing this diversity and applying the experiences, abilities and unique qualities of individuals will enhance our business; therefore, we commit to equity of opportunity and fair treatment of all current and potential employees and encourage job applications from all. Should you require any reasonable adjustments to be made as part of the application process please contact us directly.

Benefits

In return for your hard work we offer additional training and development, 26 days holiday (+ bank holidays), generous pension contribution, life assurance, flexible working arrangements—including working from home—and much more.