At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead engineering and technical service delivery across multiple prestigious sites in London and Glasgow.
- Company: Join a leading Integrated Facilities Management company with a focus on operational excellence.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, car allowance, bonus, and flexible benefits package.
- Other info: Inclusive workplace with opportunities for professional growth and development.
- Why this job: Make a significant impact in a high-level leadership role within a dynamic corporate environment.
- Qualifications: Must have NVQ Level 5 in engineering and extensive FM experience.
The predicted salary is between 85000 - 90000 £ per year.
Central London – NW1 6AA
Full-Time | Permanent
£85,000 – £90,000 + Car Allowance + 12.5% Bonus + Flexible Benefits
A Rare Leadership Opportunity in Corporate FM
We are seeking an exceptional Technical Services Director to lead engineering and technical service delivery across a prestigious Integrated Facilities Management (IFM) contract in NW1 London. This is a high-impact, senior leadership role with full accountability for technical operations, asset performance, and engineering compliance across a portfolio of four sites, including three in Central London and one in Glasgow, with Harewood Avenue as the primary operational hub. This role requires a leader who can operate strategically at senior level, while also being highly visible, credible, and engaging with engineering teams on-site. You will set the standard, lead from the front, and play a critical role in delivering operational excellence across the contract.
Please note: This is a site-based leadership role. Candidates must be located within a commutable distance of Central London (NW1) to ensure consistent presence, responsiveness, and team engagement.
Key Responsibilities
- Strategic Leadership & Client Partnership
- Act as a key member of the contract senior leadership team, reporting to the Account Director
- Build strong, credible relationships with client stakeholders as a trusted technical advisor
- Provide visible, hands-on leadership to engineering teams, driving engagement, standards, and performance
- Deputise for the Account Director where required
- Technical Services & Operational Delivery
- Lead delivery of all hard FM / engineering services across four key sites within the portfolio (three in Central London and one in Glasgow)
- Take full responsibility for the safe, efficient operation and maintenance of all plant, systems and critical assets
- Ensure maximum asset availability and reliability, minimising disruption to client operations
- Oversee subcontractors and supply chain partners to ensure high-quality, compliant service delivery
- Asset Management, Compliance & Safety
- Hold full accountability for lifecycle asset management, ensuring assets are maintained, recorded and optimised
- Ensure compliance with all statutory, regulatory and engineering standards
- Embed and lead a strong health and safety culture, ensuring adherence to Safe Systems of Work (including RAMS and LOTO)
- Maintain accurate, audit-ready asset data, maintenance records and compliance documentation
- Commercial & Financial Responsibility
- Lead and support OPEX and CAPEX planning, including lifecycle and investment strategies
- Provide technical and commercial insight to drive cost efficiency and value
- Oversee delivery of maintenance programmes and capital investment projects
- Continuous Improvement & Performance
- Drive continuous improvement across engineering services, systems and processes
- Lead investigations, root cause analysis and implementation of corrective actions
- Improve operational performance through effective use of systems, data and workflows
Key Accountabilities
- Accountability for technical service delivery quality, asset integrity and compliance performance
- Accountability for engineering team capability, performance and professional standards
- Responsibility for forward maintenance planning and capital programme delivery
- Ownership of a strong, embedded safety culture across all sites
About You
We are looking for a highly credible and experienced FM technical leader who possesses the presence, capability and leadership style required to succeed in a complex corporate environment.
Essential Requirements
- Minimum NVQ Level 5 (or equivalent) in an engineering discipline – this is a mandatory requirement
- Significant experience within Facilities Management (FM), ideally within an IFM or corporate client environment
- Proven track record of leading multi-site engineering and technical services teams in critical environments
- Strong knowledge of engineering compliance, statutory regulations and maintenance best practice
- Demonstrable ability to lead, motivate and engage engineers, building a high-performance culture
- Strong client-facing experience with excellent stakeholder management skills
- Ability to prioritise, problem-solve and make effective decisions under pressure
Desirable
- Experience with Maximo or similar CMMS platforms
- Knowledge of asset lifecycle management and CAPEX project delivery
- Financial or commercial awareness
- Experience of managing technical services in a data centre environment will be favourable
Additional Information
- Monday to Friday, 40 hours per week
- Site-based role in Central London
- Pre-employment checks required: DBS, credit history, and background screening
Equal Opportunity
We’re an inclusive workplace, and we welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds. We are a Disability Confident Leader employer and run a Disability Confident interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria for the job.
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Join a dynamic and inclusive team as a Technical Services Director in Central London, where you will lead engineering excellence across prestigious sites. Our company fosters a collaborative work culture that prioritises employee growth, offering flexible benefits and a competitive bonus structure, ensuring you are rewarded for your contributions. With a commitment to operational excellence and a strong focus on health and safety, this role provides a unique opportunity to make a significant impact in a high-profile environment.
