Hard FM Service Manager

Equans is a renowned energies & services contractor and a proud member of the Bouygues global industrial group. Our expertise spans the design, construction, and maintenance of buildings and critical infrastructure worldwide.We currently have an exciting opportunity for a Hard FM Service Manager to join our Facilities Management team at the University of Essex in Colchester. This is a permanent full-time role working 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday. The role: Reporting to the Contract ManagerResponsible for all operational systems and assets within a student accommodation buildingResponsible for the cost effective management of all employed and sub-contracted planned and reactive maintenance labour across M&E, Building Fabric and Grounds Maintenance disciplines.To manage the daily performance of services and incorporate a detailed understanding of service requirements and deductions, utilising the Maximo CAFM system as the integrated operational systemBe the direct interface on operational planning and delivery of service to our client providing a compliant & safe environment and ensuring we meet client expectations Review existing PPMs and if required, devise new PPM regimes for site assets to ensure optimum operational availability and life cycle.To assist contractual performance in accordance with agreed budgets, compliance with the performance monitoring systems, and continually enforce cost efficiencies Management of operational revenue budgets to maintain agreed expenditure levels Oversee the security department, liasiing with the Security Supervisor to ensure service provision meets all SLA and KPI requirementsWorking 40 hours per week from 08:00 to 17:00, Monday to Friday with participation in the management on call rota The person: Will come from a Hard FM background with an Engineering qualification to ONC / HNC in a relevant disciplineStrong track record of working effectively in a customer-focused environmentMust have experience of managing staff within facilities management and excellent communication, leadership and motivational skillsWill have an understanding of statutory compliance and contract deliverablesWill have experience of managing multi-functional teamsWilling to undertake training for AP and RP roles for specialist service delivery streams e.g. Water Management, Asbestos, if requiredDesirable to have strong financial acumen and budget experience Our excellent benefits package includes: Generous holiday allowanceCompany share scheme2 paid volunteering days a yearCycle to work schemeSeason ticket loanEmployee assistance programme Who are we? EQUANSis a world leader in energy services with nearly , employees working in more than 50 countries, with an annual turnover of over 17 billion euros. In the UK & Ireland, EQUANS is a provider of technical, FM, regeneration and energy services with specialist capabilities in smart buildings, green mobility, district & embedded energy and decentralised renewables. EQUANS 13, UK & Ireland employees combine these activities to help businesses, public sector organisations and government to embrace the energy transition towards net zero, and also the digital & industrial transitions that are redesigning the way we move, work and live. EQUANS is a Bouygues group company. Whats next? If this role is of interest to you, please click below to register, apply, and track your progress! A member of our Resourcing Team will review your application and be in touch. At Equans were committed to delivering a culture where everyones voice is heard and supported. We know the value a diverse workforce creates, delivering better results for our people, customers, and stakeholders. Diversity and inclusion is at the core of what we do, should you join Equans youll find a welcoming and open workplace where youre supported and encouraged to be your true self at work. Youll also have access to our growing employee networks including WiE (Women in Equans), RISE (BAME), LGBTQI+, Working Parents, YPN (Young ProfessionalsNetwork) and our Disability Network. For this role, you must have evidence of the right to work in the UK. Unfortunately, we are not able to offer a re-location package with this job role. Certain roles may require applicants to undergo a Disclosure check, as noted in the role requirements. The EQUANS Resourcing Team supports this job advert. Agency involvement is not required. All related enquiries must come to the resourcing team not direct to EQUANS Managers.