Technical Facilities Manager

IWFM Regional/Special Interest Group; Essex; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A facilities management firm is seeking a Technical Facilities Manager to oversee the delivery of services across various sites in Essex. You will manage technical operations, ensuring compliance with safety regulations and maintaining high-quality service delivery. The ideal candidate will have a strong technical background, preferably with an electrical bias, and extensive experience in Hard FM environments. This role offers a competitive salary of GBP55,000, plus a GBP5,000 car allowance and various employee benefits.

Benefits

GBP5,000 car allowance

Comprehensive training opportunities

Career progression potential

Wide range of employee benefits

Qualifications

• Strong technical background with electrical bias preferred.
• Proven experience in Hard FM or Total FM environments.
• Understanding of statutory compliance and legislative requirements.
• Experience managing in-house teams and external contractors.

Responsibilities

• Deliver and manage PPM schedules ensuring compliance.
• Oversee life cycle planning and utilities management.
• Lead site teams and ensure operational excellence.
• Maintain compliance with safety standards and documentation.
• Liaise with clients and provide operational updates.

Skills

Strong technical background

Leadership

Communication skills

Education

IOSH Managing Safely

NEBOSH qualification

Job description

Job Title: Technical Facilities Manager

Salary: GBP55,000 + GBP5,000 car allowance + benefits

Contract: Permanent, Full–time

Location: Clacton, Essex

Job Introduction

Our client is seeking an experienced Technical Facilities Manager to lead and oversee the delivery of facilities management services across a portfolio of sites within a long–term PFI contract.

This role is ideal for a technically strong and hands–on professional with a background in Hard FM who can ensure full compliance with Health & Safety legislation, manage both internal teams and external contractors, and maintain high standards of service delivery.

You will be responsible for the management of all technical operations, driving lifecycle planning, statutory compliance, and performance monitoring in collaboration with key stakeholders.

About the Role

As Technical Facilities Manager, you will take responsibility for ensuring all hard services are delivered safely, efficiently, and in line with contractual and regulatory standards.

You will manage a multi–skilled team across sites, ensuring that all maintenance, compliance, and project activities meet the required quality and safety benchmarks. This includes overseeing planned preventative maintenance (PPM), life cycle works, and utilities management in line with SFG20 and industry standards.

This role will involve leading the site–based team, including site managers, caretakers, and engineers, while coordinating with the central management office. You will also work closely with the client, ensuring strong relationships and clear communication.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver and manage PPM schedules in line with the SFG20 framework, ensuring statutory and contractual compliance.
• Oversee life cycle planning, utilities management, and statutory compliance across multiple sites.
• Lead and support the site teams, including engineers, site managers, and caretakers, ensuring operational excellence.
• Manage and coordinate external contractors and internal staff to ensure quality, safety, and value for money.
• Maintain full compliance with safeguarding and safety standards, ensuring all necessary checks and documentation are in place.
• Liaise with the client and key stakeholders, providing operational updates and supporting performance reporting.
• Promote a proactive, compliance–driven culture with a focus on continual improvement and best practice delivery.

Key Requirements

• Strong technical background – electrical bias preferred.
• Proven experience in Hard FM or Total FM environments.
• Demonstrable understanding of statutory compliance and legislative requirements.
• Knowledge and/or experience in key compliance areas such as:
• Legionella management
• Asbestos control
• Boiler and plant systems
• Fire door safety
• IOSH Managing Safely (minimum); NEBOSH qualification preferred.
• Experience managing both in–house teams and external contractors.
• Strong leadership, organisation, and communication skills.
• Client–facing, with the ability to build and maintain positive relationships.

What's on Offer

• Salary: GBP55,000 + GBP5,000 car allowance
• Flexible, output–focused working culture
• Comprehensive training and professional development opportunities
• Inclusive and supportive environment with career progression potential
• Access to a wide range of employee benefits

Apply today or email for further details