Repairs and Maintenance Manager in Sheffield

In this role you will be responsible for management of the maintenance and repair of mechanical and electrical (M & E) installations, as well as building fabric repairs in all South Yorkshire Police Force buildings.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead on the implementation and management of all programmes of repair and maintenance to the estate, both responsive and planned, and to lead on the management and design of M&E equipment.
• Actively deliver all aspects of M&E project work relevant to EFM and support projects across South Yorkshire Police.
• Prepare schedules and specifications of work required.
• Liaise with the Repairs and Maintenance team, Building Surveyors, Business Managers/Performance and Support Partners in the programming, implementation and monitoring of planned maintenance works.
• Liaise with Building Engineers, Assistant Building Engineers and Building Maintenance Technicians over matters relating to all maintenance and repairs, including the day-to-day running of plant.
• Direct the PPM contractor in running planned maintenance programmes relating to mechanical and electrical plant and all other systems within the Force buildings.
• Undertake the supervision of project works on site to ensure delivery of work to specification and quality standards, and to undertake spot checks to monitor progress and costs.
• Ensure adherence to public procurement regulations to ensure value for money and fair competition where relevant.
• Oversee and monitor the vetting process undertaken by the Business Support Team Leader and their team across the projects and advise contractors on applications and expiration where appropriate and to ensure vetting clearance is maintained at all times.
• Lead on repairs, maintenance, and M & E issues as part of the designated project team, assisting team members, partners, statutory bodies, external agencies to ensure the delivery of required outcomes and key milestones.
• Prepare scheme briefs and business cases to secure funding to generate savings relevant to a diverse range of project work.
• Liaise with Help Desk staff to co-ordinate and plan work for efficient delivery and provide specialist advice to the wider EFM Senior Management Team on any new schemes relating to mechanical, electrical, security and access installations, ensuring consistency in all Force buildings.
• Prepare concise technical reports and, where appropriate, make recommendations in relation to any improvements to the efficient functioning of buildings.
• Update and manage work through Technology Forge, ensuring work is uploaded, progressed, and closed down as needed.
• Liaise with Estates and Facilities Helpdesk team to ensure service is cohesively managed.

Skills and Experience

• Practical and extensive working knowledge in the area of Facilities Management, mechanical and electrical installations and experience in the maintenance of buildings and building services in a commercial property environment.
• Educated to degree, HND, HNC level in a relevant subject or equivalent significant experience in a facilities management, property management or maintenance management related discipline.
• Membership of a relevant professional body such as CIBSE, CIOB or equivalent.
• Current experience of using Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and an Asset Management System.
• Knowledge of current health & safety legislation, and buildings regulations.
• An ability to work outside normal working hours and/or attend conferences/workshops on behalf of the Force which may necessitate overnight stays and ability to travel throughout the Force area.

What We Offer

• A highly competitive salary and access to a generous pension scheme.
• Generous annual leave allowance.
• A wide range of family friendly policies including enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave.
• Flexible working arrangements including flexi-time and hybrid working.
• A transparent and collaborative team culture underpinned by our core values of Fairness, Integrity & Trust.
• Comprehensive range of development and leadership courses to develop your career with South Yorkshire Police.
• Employee Assistant Programme (accessible 24/7) offering confidential support and advice.
• Flexible lifestyle benefits such as: Blue Light Card, Company Shop, Cycle to work scheme.
• Committed to embedding sustainability: South Yorkshire Police Sustainability Strategy 2020-2025.
• Membership to the Sports and Social Club.
• Access to a wide range of staff support groups and networks.

Eligibility

Applicants must meet the minimum requirement checkable history criteria, which must be taken into account for individuals applying to work with South Yorkshire Police in any capacity. A minimum checkable history of 5 years is required for this role and successfully undergoing recruitment vetting procedure is a pre-requisite of employment with South Yorkshire Police.

Closing Date

15th December 2025

Contact Details

Please contact Sally Gleave on 07825 203038.

Diversity & Inclusion

Applications are particularly welcome from female and ethnic minority candidates. We strongly encourage and welcome applications from underrepresented groups.

Internal Candidates

This vacancy is temporary; you must have the support of your current Line Manager to apply. If you are a permanent member of staff, this would be classed as opportunity. If you are on a fixed-term contract, you must contact the Recruitment Team before applying. Without support, your application will not be considered any further.