PROPERTY SERVICES MANAGER
Salary: £46,000 + car allowance
Location: Manchester City Centre - fully onsite role
Hours: Mon-Fri (9am-5pm)
Contract: Perm
Role Overview:
We are seeking a Property Operations Manager with an engineering background and hands-on experience-ideally a former engineer or technician. This role involves managing the day-to-day operations of our portfolio of seven buildings across the UK and Ireland, ensuring all facilities are safe, efficient, and fully operational.
Key Responsibilities:
- Building Services Management:
Oversee maintenance of all building services (HVAC, lifts, structural integrity) to ensure compliance with regulations.
- Contractor Management:
Coordinate and monitor contractor performance, ensuring value for money and continuous improvement in service delivery.
- Health, Safety & Compliance:
Ensure adherence to health, safety, and environmental standards, managing risk assessments and safety protocols.
- Tenant Relations:
Serve as the main contact for tenants and building users, facilitating effective communication and service delivery.
- Planned Preventative Maintenance:
Develop and implement the PPM strategy, forecasting major refurbishments and replacements.
- Sustainability Initiatives:
Lead carbon reduction efforts and improve EPC ratings by implementing energy-efficient practices.
- Budget Management:
Manage lifecycle, operating, and maintenance budgets, identifying cost-saving opportunities.
Qualifications & Experience:
- Engineering Background:
Essential to have a background in engineering or hands-on experience in building services or facilities management.
- Professional Membership:
Membership in a recognised professional body (e.g., IET) is desirable.
- Technical Skills:
Strong understanding of building systems and ability to supervise repairs.
- Compliance Knowledge:
Familiarity with ISO standards and statutory compliance related to building safety.
- Interpersonal Skills:
Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
This role is perfect for a candidate with a strong engineering foundation who can work both hands-on and strategically to ensure our buildings operate to the highest standards.
Robert Walters Operations Limited is an employment business and employment agency and welcomes applications from all candidates