You bring the skills. We’ll bring the opportunities.Are you an experienced Mechanical Engineering professional looking to take on a leadership role within a dynamic and essential healthcare environment? Sodexo Health and Care are seeking a proactive and highly skilled Mechanical Technical Manager to join our team at Queens Hospital, Romford. In this pivotal role, you will be responsible for ensuring compliance, performance standards, and the seamless delivery of technical engineering services in line with contractual and KPI requirements.Successful candidates will need to have relevant qualifications together with consistent experience in a similar environment. You will be required to act on your own initiative; there is a need for accuracy, attention to detail, numeracy and record keeping whilst leading from the front with regards to the mechanical team. If you have the skills, experience, and passion to contribute to a healthcare environment, we’d love to hear from you.This is a great opportunity to join a world leading food and facilities management company, which can offer unrivalled opportunities for career progression. If you are a results-driven Mechanical Technical Manager with a passion for operational excellence in a healthcare setting, we would love to hear from you.Join Sodexo and be part of something greater. You belong in a team where you can act with purpose and thrive in your own way.Main ResponsibilitiesWhat you’ll do:Lead, manage, and develop a team of engineers to ensure optimal performance and compliance with industry standards.Maintain a safe and compliant environment for patients, visitors, and staff.Ensure statutory legislation and HTM (Health Technical Memoranda) compliance, managing mechanical systems such as HVAC, MTHW, Medical Gas, and Ventilation.Drive energy management initiatives to enhance efficiency and sustainability.Establish and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, including NHS Trust representatives and Special Purpose Vehicle (SPV) management teams.Oversee sub-contractors and service partners, ensuring service delivery meets contract requirements.Manage financial budgets effectively and ensure cost-efficient service delivery.Conduct regular audits and inspections to maintain compliance and identify areas for improvement.Be part of the on-call rota, providing essential out-of-hours support when required.For a full list of responsibilities please view the attached job descriptionIdeal CandidateEssential:A Mechanical City & Guilds Qualification or similarHNC/ONC or similarStrong HTM knowledgeThorough understanding of M&E systems including HVAC, MTHW, Medical Gas Systems, Ventilation SystemsSound knowledge of Legionella prevention and management in HospitalsF-Gas, Gas Safe knowledge or certificationCurrent of previous AP qualifications - Water, Ventilation, Medical Gas or Pressure SystemsSound Knowledge of Health & Safety, IOSH certificationSound Building Management System KnowledgeA customer/client facing attitude and excellent people management skillsExperience in managing, coaching and influencing individuals and teamsClear DBS check and Occupational Health checkGood communication skills with the mental agility to ‘think on feet’ and provide convincing practical solutionsIntelligent approach of performance monitoringProficient IT skills, including Excel, Word & Microsoft officeDesirable:Previous experience of PFI Hard FM ContractsCDM regulations experience or trainingDecontamination knowledgeMaximo knowledgeNEBOSH General or higherWhat we offerYou will be rewarded with a salary of £60,000pa - £65,000pa + excellent benefits together with access to a range of benefits, including employer pension contribution, and life assurance – 1 x annual salary.A flexible and dynamic work environment, fostering work-life balance.Competitive compensation, recognizing your valuable contributions.Access to ongoing training and development programs, empowering you to grow professionally.Countless opportunities to grow within the company, supporting your career progression.We also offer Sodexo Discounts site promoting discounted mobile phone tariffs, savings across restaurant chains and days out, where you and your family can save money on everything from your weekly food shop to the latest cinema blockbuster and much more!For more information on all the great benefits Sodexo offer to support you and your loved ones, check out the attached Benefits Guide at the bottom of this advert!Ready to be part of something greater? Apply today!We’re a Disability Confident Leader employer. We’re committed to changing attitudes towards disability, and making sure disabled people have the chance to fulfil their aspirations. We run a Disability Confident interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria for the job.
**Keywords**
Mechanical Engineering, HTM Compliance, HVAC Systems, Medical Gas Management, Health & Safety, Energy Management, PFI Hard FM, Leadership & Team Management, Building Compliance, Stakeholder Engagement
