Facilities Manager, Estate/Restaurants/ Retail space, Mayfair, to £48-50 plus package

Our client is a successful and rapidly expanding facilities management services provider. They are recruiting a Facilities Manager to help with the delivery of FM services and compliance at an exclusive public space in the heart of Mayfair. The estate consist of part of a 6* Hotel and exclusive retail and cafe units.

As Facilities Manager, you will be responsible for ensuring that the contractors for cleaning, security and maintenance perform to an exceptional level. You will also build strong relationships with the retail and restaurant managers ensuring that all comply with fire and other statutory regulations – so that no detrimental effects or downtime impact on other occupiers of the building.

The FM will be based from the client’s offices within the estate. Great interpersonal and communication skills are essential to build strong business relationships with the office occupier/ main tenant, the restaurants/ retail units and building owner’s representatives.

We are looking for an FM with decent technical/ M&E knowledge as they will be explaining systems and compliance to Tenants to ensure they maintain their systems compliantly.  Ideally someone who has gained exposure in the catering/ restaurant sector and who is fully aware of the relevant fire regulations and compliance.

A salary of c£48-50k is offered with a corporate benefits package

Technical Facilities Manager, London & Hampshire, c£53k plus £4.5k car allowance and package

We are recruiting a Technical Facilities Manager for our client, a rapidly growing FM Services Provider. They operate in the commercial/ office / corporate and private healthcare sectors. The Technical FM will provide M&E/ hard services advice to Building Managers and to clients.

You will initially be based, for approx. 9-12 months at a large commercial/ science park in Havant, Hampshire.

The site consist of large office buildings, R&D facilities, leisure and food outlets and is powered from a central energy centre (CEC). Familiarisation with CECs and large scale chillers, cooling towers and similar ‘megawatt’ plant (e.g. hospital, MOD site), is preferred.

Part of the site is undergoing renovation and redevelopment. The FM Contract Manager will interface with project managers, consultants and contractors to ensure the smooth and safe day to day running of the estate during this period of change.

You will oversee site FM contractors  (approx. 30 engineers, cleaning, security and grounds personnel) and ensure they deliver an effective service. Where shortfalls of service occur, you will manage contractors to perform better and achieve compliance to their contractual and HSE obligations.

After approx. 9 months the above requirement will diminish to approx. 1 day p/week and responsibilities for some other hard FM contracts in London will come your way.

Then you will directly manage and develop a small team of M&E maintenance engineers and will procure, direct and manage specialist M&E sub contractors. You will tender for and lead on M&E projects/ life cycle works such a plant and chiller refurbishments and replacements.

The role is expected to grow with the business, so someone looking to grow their career with a youngish, expanding organisation will be a great fit.

Please note for the first 9 months of the role, there will be a requirement to be based out of the clients site in Havant, Hampshire. After the 9 months, the role will mainly be based in London with occasional travel to Hampshire. Also some home working.

My client will also consider candidates who’d only be interested in an initial 9-12 month contract based in Havant.

A salary of up to £53k plus £4.5k car allowance is on offered benefits package.

Building Services Engineer , London/ mobile. c£47k plus van and all travel expenses, bonus, full corporate benefits package.

Our client, the UKs leading provider of premier university student accommodation, is recruiting an experienced and highly motivated Building Services Engineer specialising in Mechanical Engineering within Building Services to join their team. The successful candidate will play a key role in the survey, support and quality assurance of mechanical systems and plant equipment for a range of building services and projects.

This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled professional with industry experience in mechanical engineering, particularly within the built environment.

Purpose of the Job:

The Building Services Engineer is responsible for supporting the Senior Mechanical Engineer in organising and delivering planned mechanical work (gas, HVAC, plumbing, heating, and vent aspects of life safety) overseeing technical support to capital projects and supporting reactive mechanical maintenance, in a safe and compliant manner throughout the properties in their region, working alongside internal and third-party partners.  All underpinned by great customer service. 

Key responsibilities 

Ensuring that Health and Safety legislation, and a safe and secure working environment, is always adhered to by them and the facilities team.

Ensuring required training and qualifications for the role of their team are always audited and up to date.

• Always working within the required Risk Assessments and Method Statements.  Accountable for reviewing all tasks for risk before starting, and ensuring that risks are eliminated before work begins
• Completing all paperwork required for property files and ensuring all records of site operation are accurate, structured, and compliant with Unite Students policies and procedures
• Support the Senior Mechanical Engineer in mechanical safety and maintenance across their region.
• Support the constant development and implementation of working procedures as part of the broader Health and Safety strategy.
• Locating and rectifying a wide range of mechanical faults.  Understanding the root cause and risk to asset condition and investment. 
• Report to the Duty Holder to advise on responsibilities and recommendations from a mechanical safety and strategic perspective.

What we are looking for 

• Qualified in either in Plumbing or Gas installation to a minimum of City and Guilds, NVQ 2/3 or SVQ 2/3 Domestic plumber discipline or equivalent with relevant work experience.
• Have works delivery supervisory or relevant post experience.
• Be technically competent and qualified to safely operate, and make safe to work on or test, the equipment, systems, or installations for which appointment is sought.
• Experience working within Plant Rooms and Plumbing, Heating, Gas, HAVC and Vent systems.
• Demonstrable awareness and understanding of the L8 code of practice.
• Good knowledge of Health and Safety legislation
• Sufficient across Microsoft Office in the support for technical reports review and delivery.
• Be confident, self-motivated, and always set a good example.
• Coach colleagues in the moment, continuously providing feedback to improve their performance and stay motivated.
• Demonstrate good problem-solving skills.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with teams and other internal stakeholders.
• Able to contribute to a culture of high-performance and lifelong learning, taking responsibility to develop own areas of growth and supporting the team through regular 1-to-1 conversations.

 Analytical & Problem-Solving Skills:

Excellent ability to analyse complex technical issues, propose effective solutions, and make data-driven decisions.

What You`ll Get in Return

 A discretionary annual bonus so you can share in the company`s success

 25 days paid holiday and an annual holiday buying scheme, with 5 additional days awarded for long service

 A generous pension scheme - employer contributions between 5% and 11% depending on how much you save

 Various benefits to support your health and wellbeing including a Healthcare Cash Plan, an Employee Assistance Programme, a Wellbeing platform and a Gym benefit that you can share with your family and friends

Enhanced Family Leave including 18 weeks full pay for birthing parents and 4 weeks for non-birthing parents

 Lots of other great benefits including an annual ShareSave scheme, Employee Life Assurance, a discounts portal and more!

Please apply with your CV and cover letter, including detail of your salary expectations and notice period.

Multi-Trade Maintenance Operative, Student Accommodation Provider, City of London and Whitechapel, £36-39,900 bonus and full benefits package

Our client is the UKs leading provider of city center student accommodation. They are recruiting a Multi-Trade Maintenance Operative covering at a cluster of 4 large residential buildings/ halls of residence in London E1 and City of London. Properties typically have mix of single and multi-occupancy apartments and some have facilities including gymnasium, cinema, karaoke room, laundry and study rooms.

The role hold responsibility for the day to day maintenance of the apartments and communal areas.

Tasks tend to be mostly domestic maintenance rather than plant room type maintenance.

We are looking for an individual who has good/ level 2 electrical maintenance skills and qualification although a plumbing or mechanical background is also suitable with experience ideally gained in a residential setting.

Please note there is a requirement to work one weekend a month (with time off in lieu) and to be on-call for emergencies for one week perm month (with additional payment).

You will work on a rota/ shift system from 08.00 to 16.00, 09.00 to 17.00 or 10.00 to 18.00.

The Multi-Trade Maintenance Operative will need a driving license as will need to occasionally transport parts and equipment between buildings.

A salary of £36-39.9k is offered depending on experience. Our client offers a bonus, linked to the performance of the cluster – and is usually paid at 5-10%. Other benefits include private healthcare and pension contribution up to 11%. Lots of training courses are available to employees.

Please apply with CV and cover note that includes details of salary expectations and notice period.