Regional Technical Lead - Europe

CBRE Global Workplace Solutions is a leading global provider of integrated facilities and corporate real estate management. We are recruiting a Regional Technical Lead to cover Europe based within a commutable distance to London on a 12-month fixed term contract. The Regional Technical Manager, Europe, is responsible for leading the implementation of the account Engineering Maintenance Strategy as part of the Technical Excellence Program outcomes and leveraging CBRE systems and technology platforms to achieve optimal operational outcomes for the Syngenta account.

This includes implementing methodologies appropriate to each location and introducing and managing appropriate maintenance programs for the region. The role will proactively address instances where maintenance standards fall below recommended levels by developing and presenting compelling local business cases to secure necessary resources. This role is also responsible for identifying and implementing opportunities for energy savings, sustainability projects, and Smart FM solutions, working collaboratively with other regional counterparts and the wider CBRE team. This role is accountable for contributing to the contract's savings glide path by driving productivity improvements, increasing self-performance capabilities, and optimizing contractor service delivery. As the primary technical expert for the Syngenta account across Europe, the role will be instrumental in driving technical excellence and innovation.

Responsibilities

• Maintenance Strategy & Planning: Develops and implements a comprehensive maintenance strategy for the Syngenta account sites in Europe, encompassing all site categories ensuring full alignment with the customer's maintenance policy and established standards. Develops and maintains CAPEX plans, enhanced to deliver valuable data and insights for clients and teams, as part of the Syngenta Sustenance Planning process. Initiates and maintains CAPEX planning forums in the region as required. Develops and maintains appropriate maintenance programs, ensuring effectiveness and compliance.
• CAFM & Data Management: Standardizes the CAFM system across the region, focusing on hierarchy of build, critical asset identification, asset data storage, specific job plans, control of statutory compliance, and performance reporting. Provides guidance to ensure critical systems and assets are properly identified and maintained. Develops fault reporting codes for critical environments to provide granular failure data for root cause analysis and reliability strategies. Managing the CAFM system across the region, ensuring compliance with CBRE contractual and global requirements, meeting deadlines, and maintaining customer satisfaction. Drives improvements in hard services data analytics, reporting, and insights. Develops and implements Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for the management of key CMMS processes.
• Business Case Development & Optimization: Prepares and presents compelling business cases to transition from reactive (break-fix) maintenance approaches to proactive and predictive planned maintenance. Develops and delivers a pipeline of cost-saving initiatives to meet contractual glide path commitments.
• Stakeholder Engagement & Reporting: Updates and maintains relevant Risk Registers, ensuring they are linked to capital planning and seen as value-add to our clients, as measured by stakeholder feedback.
• Team Development & Safety: Works collaboratively with FMs across the region to develop a network of technical competence to support the expected growth of the account. Ensures a culture of safety is embedded across the region.

Experience / Qualifications

• Professionally qualified and Registered Engineer (CEng, IEng or equivalent)
• Academic Engineering degree or equivalent qualification
• At least 10 years' experience of delivering technical service solutions, operations and maintenance in complex environments, and value-driven initiatives.
• IT literate and the ability to become conversant with new technical applications
• Industrial networking and the ability to keep up to date with best practice
• A change agent with excellent written and verbal communication skills

Why CBRE

When you join CBRE, you become part of the global leader in commercial real estate services and investment that helps businesses and people thrive. We are dynamic problem solvers and forward-thinking professionals who create significant impact. Our collaborative culture is built on our shared values - respect, integrity, service and excellence - and we value the diverse perspectives, backgrounds and skillsets of our people. At CBRE, you can chart your own course and realize your potential. We welcome all applicants.

Applicant AI Use Disclosure

We value human interaction to understand each candidate's unique experience, skills and aspirations. We do not use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to make hiring decisions, and we ask that candidates disclose any use of AI in the application and interview process.

Our Values

• RESPECT: We act with consideration for others' ideas and share information openly to inspire trust and encourage collaboration
• INTEGRITY: No one individual, no one deal, no one client, is bigger than our commitment to our company and what we stand for
• SERVICE: We approach our clients challenges with enthusiasm and diligence, building long-term relationships by connecting the right people, capital and opportunities
• EXCELLENCE: We focus relentlessly on creating winning outcomes for our clients, employees and shareholders

About CBRE Global Workplace Solutions

As one of CBRE's core global businesses, Global Workplace Solutions (GWS) provides end-to-end services to occupier clients across the entire lifecycle of a building. Our teams help companies improve their operations and reduce costs, through expert facilities management, project management, real estate and energy and sustainability services. Our dedicated teams work across all industries, and support clients ranging from global Fortune 500 companies to single, iconic buildings.

Application Process

Your application will be reviewed by our Talent Resourcing Team, and you will be contacted if you have been successful in being shortlisted for the role. Taking into consideration the costs of sponsorship, the nature of the role and the financial resources of the account in question, we are unable to offer sponsorship for this role. No agencies please.