Technical Services Manager

Compass Group PLC; England; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading facilities management company is seeking a Technical Services Manager to lead the strategic delivery of technical services across the UK. The role involves overseeing hard services, managing teams, and ensuring statutory compliance. Candidates should have over 5 years of experience in Facilities Management and a recognised engineering qualification. This is an excellent opportunity to work in a dynamic environment focused on sustainable solutions.

Qualifications

• 5+ years' experience in Facilities Management covering both hard and soft services.
• Strong knowledge of statutory compliance and energy utilisation.
• Experience leading technical teams and contractors on a national level.

Responsibilities

• Oversee hard services delivery across the national portfolio.
• Manage outsourced maintenance contracts and internal engineering teams.
• Act as the Authorised Person for Electrical Works.

Skills

Leadership

Statutory compliance knowledge

Facilities Management expertise

Budget management

Education

Recognised engineering qualification

IBOSH qualification

Tools

Microsoft Office

CAFM systems

Job description

Overview

As our Technical Services Manager, you will lead the strategic delivery of technical services, ensuring compliance, consistency, and innovation across all sites. This national role is pivotal for delivering excellence in hard services across a varied UK-wide portfolio, including the South of England, and working with our customer National Gas.

At 14forty, we redefine what great workplaces look like. Our mission is to make workspaces better — for people and for the planet. We deliver smart, sustainable, and human-centric facilities management solutions that help businesses focus on what truly matters. This is a national role responsible for delivering high-quality hard services across a nationwide portfolio.

Responsibilities

• Overseeing hard services delivery and statutory compliance across the national portfolio
• Managing outsourced maintenance contracts and internal engineering teams
• Maintaining and optimising the Planned Preventive Maintenance (PPM) schedule based on SFG20 and manufacturers' guidance
• Supporting area managers with PPM and remedial works
• Reviewing and validating quotes, method statements, and risk assessments
• Managing helpdesk and CAFM functions
• Leading and developing engineering teams to deliver high-quality service in line with health & safety and statutory requirements
• Acting as the Authorised Person for Electrical Works, providing technical assurance and leadership
• Driving supplier performance through regular reviews and continuous improvement
• Supporting future planning and infrastructure strategies

Qualifications and experience

• 5+ years' experience in Facilities Management, covering both hard and soft services
• Recognised engineering qualification
• Authorising Engineer / Authorised Person in M&E disciplines
• Strong knowledge of statutory compliance, PPM planning, and energy utilisation
• Experience managing technical teams and contractors nationally
• IBOSH qualification
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and CAFM systems
• Desirable: Formal project management qualification (e.g. Prince2, APM)
• NEBOSH qualification
• Membership of a relevant professional body (IET, CIBSE, etc.)
• Strong financial acumen and experience managing budgets
• Proven success in leading change management initiatives

Ready to apply

Ready to take the lead in a role where your expertise will make a real difference?