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For Companies If you're an experienced technical or engineering professional with a background in building services and you're ready to take ownership of the operational and technical performance of a high-footfall retail environment, this opportunity in Sunderland could be the next step you're looking for.
Your responsibilities will be:
- Overseeing all technical services on site, including M&E, compliance, building fabric, and PPM
- Managing a small technical team and delegating daily reactive and planned tasks
- Owning the operational budget, including forecasting and service charge management
- Leading on refurbishments, upgrades, and tenant fit-outs from design to contractor management
- Driving health and safety performance and ensuring full compliance
- Supporting the Centre Manager and engaging with key stakeholders to deliver an outstanding environment for occupiers and visitors
This role offers the opportunity to:
- Join a well-established and supportive on-site team
- Take full ownership of technical delivery across a busy retail asset
- Lead on key projects linked to leasing, tenant works, and asset improvements
- Build strong working relationships with tenants, contractors, and key stakeholders
- Influence operational performance and play a strategic role on site
The right candidate will be:
- Experienced in technical services or FM leadership within retail, leisure, or another customer-facing environment
- Confident managing compliance systems, projects, and budgets
- Qualified (or working towards) in IOSH or NEBOSH
- Ideally electrically qualified or with strong M&E knowledge
- A clear communicator, calm under pressure, and able to build trust quickly
- Someone who is organised and thrives in a fast-paced, multi-tasking roles
Salary: £50,000 to £60,000 depending on experience
If this sounds like the right challenge for you, apply or send your CV to
Technical Services Manager employer: Foundation Recruitment
Join a dynamic and supportive team in Sunderland, where as a Technical Services Manager, you will have the opportunity to lead technical operations in a bustling retail environment. Our company fosters a culture of collaboration and growth, offering competitive salaries and the chance to influence key projects that enhance the shopping experience for visitors and tenants alike. With a focus on professional development and a commitment to health and safety, we provide an excellent platform for your career advancement in the technical services field.
Contact Detail:
Foundation Recruitment Recruiting Team