Technical Manager (Leisure Facilities)
Location: Flexible / Site Based
Job Type: Full Time
Sector: Leisure & Facilities Management
An established leisure facilities operator is seeking a hands-on Technical Manager to support the delivery of maintenance and hard facilities management services across leisure centres.
This is an excellent opportunity for a technically qualified professional with mechanical, electrical, or building services experience who enjoys a varied role combining planned maintenance, reactive repairs, contractor management, and compliance activities.
Key Responsibilities
- Deliver planned preventative maintenance (PPM) activities across leisure facilities.
- Manage a team of managers and technicians to deliver a wide range of support services
- Carry out routine inspections and maintain accurate maintenance records.
- Undertake and coordinate minor reactive repairs across mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and building fabric disciplines.
- Act as a first responder for maintenance-related issues and ensure timely resolution.
- Liaise with and oversee specialist contractors undertaking servicing, inspections, and repair works.
- Support the preparation of maintenance specifications and scopes of work.
- Assist with contractor evaluation and selection processes.
- Work closely with operational management to identify and resolve maintenance requirements.
About You
- City & Guilds qualification or equivalent in Electrical, Mechanical Building Services, or a related building trade.
- Practical experience within facilities management, building maintenance, or a similar environment.
- Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
- Experience coordinating contractors and service providers.
- A proactive, hands-on approach with excellent organisational skills.
What's on Offer
- Opportunity to work within a diverse and dynamic leisure environment.
- Varied technical role with autonomy and responsibility.
- Ongoing training and development opportunities.
- Competitive salary and benefits package.
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