At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead a team of engineers and manage maintenance activities at Sandwell General Hospital.
- Company: Join Equans, a forward-thinking company dedicated to innovation in technical services.
- Benefits: Enjoy competitive salary, generous leave, gym discounts, and employee assistance programmes.
- Other info: Diverse workplace with opportunities for professional growth and community involvement.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in healthcare while developing your career in a supportive environment.
- Qualifications: Mechanical engineering qualification and strong leadership skills required.
The predicted salary is between 45000 - 45000 £ per year.
Equans is looking for an Assistant Technical Services Manager (Mechanical) to join our team at Sandwell General Hospital in West Bromwich.
This is a full‑time role (37.5 hours per week).
Salary band £40,000‑£45,000 per annum, dependent on skills and experience, plus benefits.
What will you deliver?
- Directly manage a team of 6‑8 engineers
- Directly accountable for day‑to‑day matters to the Technical Services Manager
- Deputise for the Technical Services Manager during absence from site as directed by Senior Management Team
- Plan and schedule all planned preventative maintenance activities in conjunction with the Planning Coordinator for buildings, plant and equipment using the Maximo system, with consideration to statute, regulations, ACOPs and Guidance (HTMs)
- Assist the Technical Services Manager to undertake negotiations with subcontractors and suppliers to provide a cost‑effective service with reference to the contract SLAs
- Responsible for specific elements of budgetary control and give additional assistance with financial controls with reference to departmental budget, stock, contracts etc.
What can we offer you?
- 24 days annual leave increasing to 25 days after 2 years of service (plus public holidays)
- Life Cover equivalent to 1.5 times annual salary
- Employee discount shopping schemes on major brands and retailers
- Gym membership discounts
- Cycle to work scheme
- Holiday purchase scheme
- 2 corporate social responsibility days per year
- Broad range of learning opportunities, such as professional qualifications, collective/individual training, and personalised support programmes
- Attractive Employee Referral Rewards Scheme
- Access to our growing employee networks
- 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme and access to mental wellbeing app
Who are you?
- City and Guilds or equivalent qualification in a Mechanical engineering discipline
- Sound knowledge of standard spreadsheet packages and computerised estates and project management systems
- Must be able to manage people, be self‑motivating, work on own initiative and liaise and delegate effectively with staff operating in a multi‑disciplinary environment
- Ability to demonstrate a sound understanding of technical and estates and building issues in the provision of construction, maintenance and FM services
- Sound knowledge of the Health and Safety at Work Act, the Construction Design and Management Regulations and other relevant statutory requirements (Desirable)
- Ability to show understanding of statutory maintenance requirements, legislation, Health Technical Memorandums, Health Building Notes and other technical documentation (Desirable)
This role includes a DBS Standard check; ability to pass is essential.
We encourage applications from women, ethnically diverse individuals and people with disabilities, and all candidates protected under the Equality Act 2010.
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We think you need these skills to ace Assistant Technical Services Manager (Mechanical) in West Bromwich
Team Management
Budgetary Control
Preventative Maintenance Planning
Maximo System
Negotiation Skills
Technical Knowledge in Mechanical Engineering
Spreadsheet Proficiency
