Technical Services Manager

Sodexo; West Calder; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

Sodexo is looking for a Technical Services Manager at HMP Addiewell. This permanent, full-time role involves managing facilities services and ensuring compliance within a challenging environment. The ideal candidate should have experience in Total Facilities Management, strong leadership skills, and relevant certifications.

Qualifications

• Experience in Total Facilities Management is essential.
• Strong leadership and project management skills required.
• Knowledge of statutory compliance and building regulations is crucial.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the security and compliance of the prison estate.
• Lead and manage in-house and contracted teams on-site.
• Oversee lifecycle and capital projects up to £1.2 million.

Skills

Leadership

Interpersonal skills

Project management

Compliance knowledge

Education

BIFM Level 4 qualification or equivalent

IOSH Level II Health and Safety training

Tools

Microsoft Office

FM systems (e.g., CAFM, BMS)

Job description

What we are offering

• Salary up to £50,000
• Permanent and full-time position
• 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday
• Site-based role at HMP Addiewell
• Please see attached benefits guide for everything we have to offer

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Your Role as a Technical Services Manager

As a Technical Services Manager at HMP Addiewell, you will be instrumental in ensuring the prison estate remains secure, compliant, and fit for purpose. Working closely with the Head of Facilities Management, you will lead the day-to-day delivery of both Hard and Soft FM services, managing in-house teams and specialist contractors across a busy, 24/7 operational site. You will also deputise for the Head of FM when required, offering consistent leadership and support to the wider FM team.

You'll play a key role in maintaining compliance with statutory regulations, overseeing lifecycle and capital projects (circa £1.2 million annually), and driving continuous improvement. A commitment to health and safety, team development, and operational excellence will be at the heart of your work. This is an ideal opportunity for a strong, dynamic leader with a background in technical FM to take the next step in a complex, high-stakes environment.

Please see the attached job description for a more detailed list of the main responsibilities.

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The Ideal Candidate

Essential:

• Proven experience in people and service management within Total Facilities Management
• BIFM Level 4 qualification or equivalent
• IOSH Level II Health and Safety training
• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and FM systems (e.g., CAFM, BMS)
• Experience managing capital and maintenance projects
• Ability to work independently and to tight deadlines
• Knowledge of statutory compliance and building regulations

Desirable:

• Knowledge of HVAC, AHU, BMS and electrical control systems
• Experience working in 24/7 environments such as prisons, hospitals, or universities
• Familiarity with ISOQAR 9001 and 14001 standards

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Why join us?

At Sodexo, our purpose is to create a better everyday for everyone to build a better life for all.As the global leader in services that improve the Quality of Life, we operate in 55 countries, serving over 100 million consumers each day through our unique combination of On-Site Food and FM Services, Benefits & Rewards Services and Personal & Home Services.

We're all about building a workplace for the future, we believe in equal opportunities, and we celebrate diversity.We're an inclusive workplace, where everyone is welcome, everyone can be natural, and be the best versions of themselves.We recognise that we're on a journey with regards to diversity and inclusion and would therefore welcome applications for candidates from underrepresented backgrounds.

We're a Disability Confident Leader employer.We're committed to changing attitudes towards disability, and making sure disabled people have the chance to fulfil their aspirations.We run a Disability Confident interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria for the job.