Technical Services Manager

University Partnerships Programme; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 51,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A higher education service provider in Nottingham seeks a Facilities Manager to oversee delivery across multiple sites. The role demands expertise in technical facilities management, health and safety, and the capability to lead teams. You will implement effective FM processes and provide advice on technical issues, all while contributing to sustainable practices. The position offers a competitive salary and various benefits including holidays, insurance, and discounts.

Benefits

Competitive salary

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Life insurance

Pension

Training

Cycle to work scheme

Store discounts

Discounts from top retailers

Qualifications

• Experience in a technical FM role managing multi-skilled technical teams.
• Driving licence required with willingness for additional hours.
• Knowledge of data-led FM practices.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage FM delivery across multiple sites.
• Implement processes for service delivery and maintenance.
• Advise on technical matters for asset management.

Skills

Technical FM knowledge

Health and safety understanding

Team management

Education

City and Guilds accredited, Authorised Person Mechanical or LV Electrical

Tools

CAFM systems

BMS

Smart building technology

Job description

Overview

A successful university campus is about so much more than buildings. It’s about the environment, the atmosphere and the people – creating that sense of home that will help students feel safe, secure, and help them thrive.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage hard FM delivery across 12 sites within the UPP portfolio at NTU.
• Collaborate with the Residence Director to develop and implement processes that support the efficient delivery of Service Level Agreements, the Facilities Management contract, Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) Schedule, and Annual Sinking Fund requirements.
• Provide specialist advice and guidance to the operational team on technical matters, working in conjunction with the Sinking Fund team, the central Technical Team, and the Health and Safety team to ensure a skilled approach to all aspects of service delivery and asset management.
• Promote best practice regarding environmental matters and support sites to achieve utilities and carbon reduction targets in line with UPP and NTU sustainability strategies.

Qualifications

• City and Guilds accredited, Authorised Person Mechanical – Pressure systems or equivalent, OR City and Guilds accredited, Authorised Person LV Electrical or equivalent.
• Experience in a technical FM role managing multi-skilled technical teams and building services hard FM delivery.
• Good understanding of health and safety, CAFM systems, BMS, smart building technology and data-led FM.
• Driving licence required and willingness to work additional hours when needed.

Benefits

• Competitive salary (circa £60,000 per annum).
• Permanent full-time position working 37.5 hours per week 9am–5.30pm Monday to Friday.
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, life insurance, pension, training, two paid volunteering days each year, cycle to work scheme, store discounts, and discounts from a variety of top retailers, restaurants, gyms and more.

Additional Information

We welcome all applications and recognise the value of having a diverse and inclusive culture, which reflects the communities we work with and has a positive impact on our people, our student residents, and our university partners, for the benefit of all.

We understand all disabilities, impairments and conditions are unique, so please advise us of any adjustments which would support you through our recruitment process and also help you to thrive at work.

Our core values of Innovation, Sustainability, Community, Partnership and Respect are fundamental to our culture and summarise what is important to our business and our people.

We truly care about the experience of our residents and invite you to join our friendly team and help make a positive difference to students living away from home in our accommodation.