Mechanical Operations Manager in Reading

Mechanical Operations Manager West London £50-60k The Opportunity This role involves maintaining compliance standards and service quality across water hygiene, plumbing, drainage, pumping systems and associated mechanical services * Oversee the day-to-day operations of the Mechanical and Water Services department, covering planned, reactive and remedial maintenance. * Lead and manage a team of Plumbers, Mechanical Engineers, Water Hygiene Technicians, Pump Engineers and subcontractors. * Provide technical oversight across plumbing, water hygiene, drainage, pumps, water treatment and mechanical building services. * Ensure compliance with ACOP L8, HSG274, BS 8580-1, Water Supply Regulations and relevant health and safety legislation. * Manage maintenance contracts across commercial and domestic properties, ensuring delivery against agreed KPIs, SLAs, budgets and quality standards. * Oversee maintenance of hot and cold water systems, TMVs, calorifiers, booster sets, pressurisation units, tanks and closed-loop systems. * Monitor water hygiene compliance, including risk assessments, sampling, temperature monitoring, audits and remedial actions. * Manage operational resources, engineer workloads, subcontractors and small works projects. * Investigate technical issues and service failures, implementing corrective actions and improvements. * Maintain accurate compliance records and asset information, preparing quotations, technical reports and client updates. * Build strong client relationships while promoting high standards of service delivery, health and safety and continuous improvement. Requirements & Experience * HNC/HND in Mechanical or Building Services Engineering, NVQ Level 5 or above, or equivalent relevant qualification. * Previous experience in a Mechanical Operations Manager, Mechanical Services Manager or similar senior operational role. * Strong background in mechanical building services, including plumbing, water systems, pumps and maintenance. * Good working knowledge of ACOP L8, HSG274, BS 8580-1 and water hygiene compliance. * Experience managing engineering teams, subcontractors, maintenance contracts and operational performance. * Strong understanding of PPM, reactive maintenance, remedial works and statutory compliance. * Excellent leadership, organisational, reporting and client communication skills. * CAFM/CMMS experience desirable, with knowledge of SFG20 an advantage. * Commercial health and safety awareness. * Full clean UK driving licence essential. For more information on this position please APPLY NOW