At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage building surveying and engineering services, ensuring compliance and sustainability.
- Company: Join a forward-thinking local government committed to diversity and inclusion.
- Benefits: Enjoy generous leave, hybrid working, and discounts at local venues.
- Other info: Participate in staff networks and access learning opportunities.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in your community while developing your career.
- Qualifications: Degree in relevant field and experience in managing maintenance programmes.
The predicted salary is between 61686 - 61686 £ per year.
Fixed‑term, 6‑month Full Time contract. Starting salary £61,686 per annum, rising to £64,938 per annum including LW.
Key Responsibilities
- The manager provides operational support delivering building surveying and engineering services, including planned and reactive maintenance, minor work projects, and refurbishment programmes.
- Managing maintenance regimes and overseeing building condition surveys.
- Developing capital replacement programmes.
- Supporting sustainability initiatives.
- Ensuring compliance with health and safety, CDM regulations and statutory standards.
- Providing professional technical advice and promoting customer‑focused, commercially viable FM services.
- Managing staff, working with consultants and contractors, and contributing to procurement processes.
Knowledge and Technical Skills
- Detailed knowledge of building/property legislation, compliance and safety regulations.
- Strong understanding of M&E systems, HVAC and relevant standards (CIBSE, ACOPs, etc.).
- Knowledge of Building Regulations, planning legislation and CDM Regulations.
- Understanding of asbestos regulations and construction health & safety.
Experience
- Managing planned maintenance and capital works programmes.
- Proven ability to manage staff, consultants and contractors.
- Experience in procurement, contract management and performance monitoring.
- Ability to translate policy and legislative requirements into practical processes and procedures.
Qualifications
- Degree in Building Services Engineering, Building Surveying, Construction Management or related discipline (or equivalent).
- Professional membership (e.g., MRICS, MCIOB, MCABE, MCIBSE) desirable.
Benefits
- Participation in 5 Staff Networks: Black, Asian and Multi‑Ethnic, LGBTQ+, Disability, Young Professionals and Women’s.
- Generous annual leave entitlement starting at 27 days, increasing to up to 35 days.
- Local Government Pension Scheme membership.
- Hybrid working.
- Employee Assistance Programme.
- Discounts at local restaurants and Active Lambeth gyms.
- Learning and development opportunities, including Apprenticeships.
- Cycle to Work Scheme.
- Secure bike storage facilities at Town Hall and Civic Centre.
- Trade union membership.
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
We are committed to safer recruitment and are proud to be a Stonewall diversity champion, a Living Wage Employer, and to guarantee interviews for all disabled candidates who meet the minimum criteria of the role. We actively support applications from Lambeth Care Leavers.
How to Apply
Click the apply button and complete the online application. In your supporting statement, demonstrate how you meet the shortlist criteria marked with an “A” at shortlist stage. We operate an anonymised application process, so remove personal details when uploading your CV or personal statement.
Contact Information
Tolu Fatogbe – TFatogbe@lambeth.gov.uk
FM Technical Services Manager employer: London Borough Of Lambeth
As an employer, we pride ourselves on fostering a supportive and inclusive work culture that prioritises employee well-being and professional growth. With generous annual leave, hybrid working options, and active participation in staff networks, we ensure our team members feel valued and empowered. Located in Lambeth, we offer unique benefits such as discounts at local establishments and a commitment to diversity, making us an excellent choice for those seeking meaningful and rewarding employment.
