Technical Manager (Electrical)

Equans; Manchester; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading facilities management provider is seeking a Technical Manager (Electrical) in Manchester. The role involves ensuring compliance in service delivery and asset management within healthcare settings. Candidates should possess an HNC/HND in engineering and previous managerial experience. Competitive salary with benefits is offered, including 25 days of annual leave and employee discounts.

Benefits

25 days annual leave (+ public holidays)

Life Cover equivalent to 2 times annual salary

Employee discount shopping schemes

Gym membership discounts

Cycle to work scheme

Qualifications

• Proven managerial track record.
• Experience in a technical management role.
• Health & Safety qualification (i.e. IOSH Managing Safely).

Responsibilities

• Manage Electrical bias issues and assist in other disciplines.
• Ensure service delivery compliance with company standards.
• Monitor updates of record drawings and Operations and Maintenance manuals.

Skills

Managerial skills

Stakeholder management

Customer service focus

Technical expertise in Mechanical and Electrical systems

Education

HNC/HND level in engineering discipline

Degree in appropriate field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Overview

Equans is looking for a Technical Manager (Electrical) to join our team at Manchester Joint Hospital on a permanent basis. This is a full-time role working 40 hours per week. On offer is a competitive salary, company vehicle or allowance, bonus and benefits package.

The Technical Manager (Electrical) will play a vital role in EQUANS, working alongside an already established technical team to ensure that the operations are legally and contractually compliant and represent excellence in service delivery.

The post holder will ensure asset compliance with all statutory and company procedures across the stakeholder groups, ensuring effective maintenance strategy is in place for mechanical and electrical systems to maximise the lifecycle of the asset and reduce costs through a proactive approach and attitude.

Based at Manchester Joint Hospitals the Technical Manager(Electrical) will be responsible for the technical performance and maintenance of standards on the contract. They will provide guidance to others on site, showing technical expertise in the Mechanical and Electrical systems, to ensure appropriate and compliant solutions and efficient customer service delivery. Ensure delivery by third parties meets the required contract standards.

We are looking for a driven individual to add expertise and dimension to the Manchester team. They will be able to demonstrate flexibility and efficiency in responding to changing business requirements and will establish good working relationships with their team members and stakeholders. The successful candidate will be offered a competitive salary and benefits package.

What will you deliver?

• Management of a Electrical bias issues and also assist in the management of other disciplines as necessary
• Investigate and manage all claims of defect or asset failure
• To work with the relevant operational leads to ensure the service delivery across the full range of services is continually improving
• To contribute to the financial performance of the contract particularly around operational efficiency and subcontract procurement
• To ensure compliance with company procedures for the effective planning, organisation, control, monitor and review of the services by analysis of the relevant data
• Ensure that assets planned maintenance tasks are completed, reactive works are effectively managed by third parties and the correct standard of maintenance is being delivered
• Implement innovation for lifecycle strategies
• Survey Assets where required and provide technical and conditional reports
• Support the production of Lifecycle replacement plans providing scope of work, Risks, Budgets and initial timelines around delivery
• Monitor Updates of record drawings and Operations and Maintenance manuals. Review and ensure parties are maintaining against the correct standards
• Ensure parties are delivering compliance with statutory, NHS and company procedures, maintaining up to date knowledge at all times
• It may be required to undertake AP duties alongside other AP's such as Pressure Systems, Medical Gases and Ventilation. Full training will be provided
• Understand and meet ongoing customer requirements, develop effective working relationships with business partners, suppliers and sub-contractors
• Clear and effective communicator with professional personal presentation
• Organisational skills and ability to prioritise workloads to ensure deadlines are met
• Expected to work such hours as are necessary to fulfil the role
• Carry out any other reasonable management request
• Attend and represent EQUANS in Technical and NHS safety groups
• Provide technical support to the wider team where required

What can we offer you?

On offer is a competitive salary, company vehicle or allowance, bonus and benefits package, which includes;

• 25 days annual leave (+ public holidays)
• Life Cover equivalent to 2 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?

• Qualified to HNC/HND level in an engineering discipline, with a proven managerial track record
• Degree or equivalent experience in appropriate field
• Experience of a technical management role
• Stakeholder management and engagement skills
• Proficient with the use of Microsoft Office software
• Experience in a similar role in a healthcare setting
• Experience working with PFI Contracts
• Sound awareness of risk assessment and working safely
• Health & Safety qualification (i.e. IOSH Managing Safely)
• Experience with Building Services and experience in Mechanical and Electrical systems
• Experienced in report writing and presentation
• Strong customer focus with experience of delivering high standards of Customer Service, previous FM experience within a hospital and/or PFI environment would be an advantage

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.

Our ambition

At Equans, we are driven by our ambition to be recognised for our operational excellence and as the best place to work for our employees. This commitment extends to achieving global and sustainable performance through Impact, ensuring that everything we do aligns with our core values-Accountability, Respect, Team Spirit, and Service Focus.

We take ownership, act with integrity, and set high standards. We listen, support, and care for one another. We collaborate and build trust to achieve shared goals, always striving to meet our customers\' needs in a proactive and pragmatic way. These values shape our culture, strengthen our community, and inspire us to deliver excellence every day.

What\'s next?

If this role is of interest to you, please click below to register, apply, and track your progress! A member of our Resourcing Team will review your application and be in touch.

As part our commitment to better reflect the markets within which we operate, we encourage applications from women, ethnically diverse individuals and people with disabilities, along with all candidates who identify with protected characteristic groups under the Equality Act 2010.

At Equans we're committed to delivering a culture where everyone's voice is heard and supported. We know the value a diverse workforce creates, delivering better results for our people, customers, and stakeholders. Diversity and inclusion is at the core of what we do, should you join Equans you'll find a welcoming and open workplace where you're supported and encouraged to be your true self at work.

You'll also have access to our growing employee networks including AccessAbility (representing those with physical and mental disabilities), Encompass (representing the LGBTQ+ community), RISE (representing people from ethnic backgrounds), Veterans & Reservists, WOMEN Together (representing women in Equans), Working Parents, and Young Professionals.

For this role, you must have evidence of the right to work in the UK. Unfortunately, we are not able to offer a re-location package with this job role. Certain roles may require applicants to undergo a Disclosure check, as noted in the role requirements.

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.