Technical Services Manager

Randstad Construction and Property; Little Hayfield; On-site; GBP 51,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Randstad Construction and Property is recruiting an Operations / Facilities Manager (Electrical Bias) for Kirkcaldy. You will lead hard services delivery, manage site personnel and lifecycle maintenance programs while ensuring financial control and regulatory compliance.

You will work with central service teams to ensure seamless operations, robust reporting, and proactive energy management across the contract. A strong background in electrical discipline and facilities management is essential.

Qualifications

• HNC/HND in an electrical discipline or equivalent electrician status.
• Minimum 5 years post-qualification experience in hard services or facilities management.
• Proficient in CAFM and Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage site personnel, HR matters, performance reviews and training compliance.
• Interface with Service Desk for workforce planning and daily delivery.
• Keep Local Operating Procedures (LOPs) and site records updated with legislation changes.

Skills

Team leadership

HR management

Budgets & forecasting

Communication

Education

HNC/HND in Electrical discipline

Electrician status with recognized qualifications

Tools

Microsoft Office

CAFM systems

ERP systems

Job description

Job Title: Operations / Facilities Manager (Electrical Bias)

Location: Kirkcaldy

Salary: £51,000 - £55,000 per annum (dependent on experience)

Position: Full-time, Permanent

About the Role

Are you a qualified Electrical Manager looking to lead hard services delivery on a key contract? We are seeking a proactive and experienced Operations / Facilities Manager (Electrical Bias) to join our team in Kirkcaldy.

In this role, you will take ownership of site personnel management, technical and lifecycle maintenance programs, financial control, and operational compliance. Working closely with central service teams, you will ensure seamless operational delivery while maintaining Good Industry Standards and meeting all legislative regulations.

Key Responsibilities

• Team & HR Management: Lead and support direct site personnel, managing all HR matters, performance reviews, personal development plans, and training compliance.
• Operational Delivery: Interface with the central Service Desk for workforce planning, jeopardy management, and efficient daily operational delivery.
• Compliance & Best Practice: Keep Local Operating Procedures (LOPs) and site documentation updated in line with legislative changes, legal guidance, and industry best practice.
• Financial & Contractual Control: Manage contract budgets and financial forecasts to ensure successful delivery against target margins.
• Reporting & Energy Initiatives: Produce required monthly client reports on time and lead energy management initiatives across the contract in liaison with the central Energy Manager.
• Lifecycle & Works: Oversee lifecycle maintenance programs and additional works projects from inception to completion.
• Culture & Safety: Drive an inclusive, positive workplace culture adhering to company Ethics, Diversity & Inclusion policies, while supporting colleagues beyond electrical bias when needed.
• On-Call Support: Participate in the "On-Call Managers" rotation schedule.

Requirements & Qualifications

• Qualifications: HNC/HND in an Electrical discipline, or fully qualified Electrician status with recognized electrical trade qualifications.
• Experience: Minimum of 5 years post-qualification experience in a similar hard services or facilities management role.
• Technical Knowledge: Proven background in hard services delivery, building maintenance, or engineering operations environments.
• Systems & IT: Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel) and CAFM (Computer-Aided Facility Management) systems.
• Vetting & Drivers Licence: Full UK Driving Licence and clean Disclosure Scotland vetting.
• Soft Skills: Strong leadership, effective communication, sound financial acumen, and a flexible, adaptable approach to site needs.

Randstad CPE values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.

Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

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