Technical Services Manager - 12 Month FTC

Cobalt Consulting (UK) Ltd; Dartford; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading property consultancy is seeking a Technical Services Manager on a 12-month contract in Dartford. You will oversee technical management across a national portfolio of shopping centres, ensuring compliance and service delivery. Ideal candidates will have strong technical expertise, stakeholder management skills, and relevant qualifications in mechanical and electrical services.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a similar role, ideally within the property or retail sectors.
• Strong background in mechanical and electrical services.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee technical management of UK-wide portfolio.
• Manage planned and reactive maintenance across multiple retail sites.
• Coordinate and oversee external contractors and service providers.
• Support delivery of capital projects and lifecycle works.
• Drive energy efficiency initiatives.

Skills

Technical expertise in building services

Stakeholder management

Compliance knowledge

Communication skills

Project management

Education

Relevant technical qualifications

IOSH or NEBOSH qualification

Job description

A leading property consultancy is seeking to appoint a Technical Services Manager on a 12-month fixed-term contract to oversee a national portfolio of predominantly shopping centres. This is a key role requiring strong technical expertise, stakeholder management, and a proactive approach to compliance and service delivery.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee the technical management of a UK-wide portfolio, ensuring all building services and M&E systems are maintained to a high standard.

• Manage planned and reactive maintenance across multiple retail sites, ensuring compliance with statutory obligations and health and safety legislation.

• Coordinate and oversee external contractors and service providers, ensuring performance aligns with contractual and operational expectations.

• Support the delivery of capital projects and lifecycle works, providing technical input and ensuring minimal disruption to operations.

• Drive energy efficiency initiatives and contribute to the wider sustainability strategy.

• Prepare and present technical reports, audits, and performance updates to internal stakeholders and clients.

Candidate Requirements:

• Proven experience in a similar role, ideally within the property or retail sectors.

• A strong background in mechanical and electrical services, with relevant technical qualifications.

• IOSH or NEBOSH qualification (or working towards).

• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

• Willingness and ability to travel across the UK, with occasional overnight stays as required.

• Based within a commutable distance to Dartford.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a highly regarded organisation and play a key role in maintaining and enhancing a diverse portfolio of assets.

To apply or request further information, please get in touch.