Technical Services Manager - £42k plus

COREcruitment; Lewes; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm in the UK is seeking a Technical Services Manager to lead a skilled engineering team. The role involves ensuring safety and compliance in building operations while delivering exceptional service to clients. Candidates should have electrical trade qualifications and experience in managing maintenance teams. Opportunities for continuous training and career progression are offered.

Benefits

Company vehicle

Fuel card

Mobile phone

Tools

Continuous training

Qualifications

• Proven experience managing hard FM operations and technical maintenance teams.
• Electrical trade qualifications with hands-on testing/installation knowledge.
• Strong problem-solving ability and compliance awareness.

Responsibilities

• Lead and inspire the engineering team for maintenance.
• Oversee electrical systems for safety and compliance.
• Use data to streamline performance in operations.
• Build partnerships with clients and suppliers.

Skills

Managing hard FM operations

Electrical trade qualifications

Problem-solving skills

Compliance awareness

Attention to technical detail

Tools

CAFM systems

Health & safety processes

Job description

My client is searching for an energetic and hands‑on Technical Services Manager who thrives in a fast‑paced environment. You’ll lead a skilled engineering team, champion safe and efficient building operations across multiple sites, and play a key role in delivering an exceptional service experience for clients and staff alike.

What You’ll Get

• Company vehicle, fuel card, mobile and tools
• Continuous training, support and real career progression opportunities

What You’ll Be Doing

• Leading and inspiring an engineering team to deliver outstanding planned and reactive maintenance
• Overseeing electrical systems, inspections and repairs to ensure safety, compliance and smooth operations
• Using CAFM systems, data and budgets to streamline performance and drive operational excellence
• Working closely with clients and suppliers to build strong partnerships and drive service improvements

What You’ll Bring

• Proven experience managing hard FM operations and technical maintenance teams
• Electrical trade qualifications and hands‑on testing/installation knowledge
• Strong problem‑solving ability, compliance awareness and attention to technical detail
• Confidence managing contractors, CAFM systems and health & safety processes