Total 8 Manager level Maintenance / Repair job vacancies in Bedfordshire, MK44

DEPUTY HEAD OF ENGINEERING AND MAINTENANCE

This role represents an excellent opportunity to play an integral part in maintaining the operational integrity of the company's complex facilities and supporting systems and to become involved with further development of these world leading capabilities.

Reporting to the Head of Engineering, the Deputy Head of Engineering and Maintenance will support the Engineering team and assist in maintaining operational quality and delivery, by focussing on the development and maintenance of continuous improvement programmes, processes and procedures, to ensure the Department meets the needs of the business and maintains compliance with changing legislation and standards, during a period of significant capital investment.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced and confident manager with strong leadership and stakeholder management skills to be part of the on-going evolution and success of the company.

Deputy Head of Engineering and Maintenance - main roles and responsibilities

* Ensure that modifications, operation and maintenance processes meet the company Quality, Health and Safety, and Environmental standards.
* Ensure that the appropriate process is applied for any works resulting in both temporary and permanent modifications and changes to equipment and infrastructure including appropriate design reviews, and that such modifications and changes to the systems or deviations from the design configurations are visible, understood, documented and controlled.
* Maintain a good understanding of technical assets, equipment and testing methods being used in the R&D facility through communication with other managers, attendance of design reviews, plant meetings, etc…
* Working closely with the Engineering Services Manager and Site Services Team Lead, review and ensure the operating requirements and instructions required to maintain the integrity of the system designs are delivered in accordance with the operating manuals and specified requirements.
* Review maintenance progress, actions and status, approving or rejecting any deviations from the plan including deferral of maintenance tasks or temporary changes to the system, in consultation with the relevant Engineering Manager.
* Attend Engineering team leadership meetings, develop and maintain appropriate reports and KPIs, participate in setting the department's annual budget and share in the responsibility of managing performance to that budget.
* Support the Head of Engineering with the day-to-day management of the Engineering team.

Deputy Head of Engineering and Maintenance - Qualifications, Skills & Experience

* A good level knowledge of mechanical or electrical engineering gained through experience with complex engineering products or industrial machinery.
* Demonstrable experience of working with and implementing changes to engineering design processes and engineering drawings within an industrial quality management system.
* A Degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering (or similar subject) or equivalent knowledge gained through experience. Preferably Chartered Engineer status or equivalent experience.
* Demonstrated leadership experience in a technical environment preferably with 5+ years' experience.
* Experience of managing a diverse and multi-experienced team of engineers. Providing direction to those more experienced, and guidance and development to the junior members of the team.

Deputy Head of Engineering and Maintenance - Attributes

* Capable of understanding complex systems, analysing data and applying problem-solving techniques in a logical, competent and timely manner.
* Ability to improve standards and be driven by continuous improvement.
* A positive behaviour set with great communication and collaboration skills.
* Have a desire to succeed, ability to work under pressure and be prepared for out-of-hours working from time to time.
* Have commercial awareness and some client relationship management experience.

The successful candidate must satisfy security clearance requirements - including the last 5 years continual UK residency.

Deputy Head of Engineering and Maintenance previous suitable job titles: Engineering Manager, Maintenance Manager, Assistant Head of Engineering, Assistant Head of Maintenance, Senior Engineering Manager, Senior Maintenance Manager

Please apply ASAP

Due to current high volumes of applications to our advertised jobs, we are unable to respond to every application. All successful candidates will be contacted as soon as possible.

Soft Landscaping and Maintenance Manager Needed

Location : Split between office (LU7 0AN) and Sites (London, Berks, Surrey, Bucks, Beds, Ox, Cambs, Suffolk)

Salary: 35K per year starting salary

Job Description

• Manage teams on a daily basis to ensure that they work safely and maintain high standards of work
• Being proactive in identifying and resolving site problems, complaints or difficulties
• Managing of all subcontractors on their sites ensuring that works are carried out safely, to agreed standards, and are profitable.
• Raise / Check Staff Time Sheets weekly and submit to accounts and Agency on a Monday
• Raise and update Maintenance Schedules in line with contract, BoQ, Specification and Drawings.
• Organise Labour resources (Direct, Subcontractor and Agency) in the most efficient manner to get the job done, allocating work schedules with due consideration for staff skills, training, qualifications and experience
• Managing staff, this includes but is not limited to; Behaviour, workload, quality, tasking, hours worked, holiday, sickness and absenteeism (Monitor using Bradford Factor).
• Complete 6 and 13-week probation reviews and annual staff appraisal for direct employed staff
• Provide cover for Supervisors and Team leaders when needed.
• Employ agency and temporary workers as required
• supervise all staff to ensure they work safely and that they complete all Daily Activity Briefings, Toolbox Talks and Daily Plant Checks (DABS, TBT, Plant Forms are to be handed to the Manager for checking on a weekly basis then passed to the SHEQ Team)
• Ensuring that all staff are trained and competent before being given a task and that any new starters, agency or temporary workers are inducted and trained and that these training records are completed and returned to the SHEQ Department
• Informing the SHEQ department of any external training required by their staff
• Raise and submit a monthly Maintenance Reports for all sites to clients and the Ops Manager to include progress, issues, defects, works completed, works due/overdue for all sites
• Attend all Managers, Department and Client meetings as and when required
• Raise quotes for any extra work ensuring that the works are accurately costed and profitable
• Order materials required for the works and ensure additional works are invoiced
• Ensure that they are familiar with, and observe, the requirements of Frosts H&S, Quality and Environmental Policies, Management Systems and Procedures pertinent to the role/project
• Manage all allocated vehicles and machinery in a proficient manner ensuring that their staff keep the machinery well maintained (operators checks) and the vehicles clean and tidy
• Producing and updating Method Statements and Site-Specific Risk Assessments for all their works using allocated forms and ensuring that staff read and sign these method statements.
• Carryout a monthly SHEQ Audit of one of their sites
• Organising the summer watering schedule, labour, bowsers, standpipes, standpipe licences etc and ensuring all trees and large shrubs and GM sites including planters that are under warranty/defects liability / contract are watered
• Organising Winter Drain Down & Spring Start Up on irrigation systems for all Contracts
• Assist in producing Maintenance Schedules and O&M Manuals for projects
• Profitable running of Grounds Maintenance (GM) Contracts
• Raising a Master GM Work Schedule (Daily/Weekly/Fortnightly/Monthly) for all GM Contracts
• Ensuring GM Contracts do not suffer excessive plant and tree defects due to poor Grounds Maintenance or Watering
• Liaising Suppliers to ensure GM Machinery is well maintained
• Monthly checks of all GM Staff spray books to ensure they are properly completed
• Keeping the GM Stores and Pesticide stores tidy
• Organising staff parking in London, paying for parking on the credit card or organising advances from accounts, collecting staff parking receipts and returning them to accounts

Whats on offer

• Comprehensive training package - Construction CSCS Card with possibilities to progress to trade related NVQ's level 6 and a Black Contracts managers Card
• Profit Share
• Real Living Wage Employer -
• 20 Days holiday plus 8 day Public Holiday. Holiday increases to 22 days after 2 years and 25 days after 5 years.
• Genuine Equal Opportunities Employer
• GEMS scheme - Financial reward for your ideas
• New Employee Referral Scheme - Financial bonus for new staff that you introduce to Frosts
• Christmas Shut down period
• Genuine opportunities to progress within the company to Senior Management & Director Levels

Training & Experiance Required

• Experience in Commercial Construction - Mandatory
• Previous experience of managing staff
• Good numeracy and literacy skills
• Computer literate in Microsoft packages including MS Project and web based permits and document control systems (Aconex, Viewpoint etc)
• Ability to read and understand drawings, contracts (JCT & NEC) and specifications
• To have a positive attitude

Training & requirements in post

• Trade Skills (SMSTS, Black Card)
• EvoM Training (Purhase Order/buying software)
• Possible IOSH or NEBOSH training

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How would you like to be paid for five days but only work four*?

Our colleagues’ wellbeing is at the heart of everything we do at OFG, so we’re always looking for new ways to improve everyone’s work/life balance. We’re taking part in a trial of the 4-Day Working Week, meaning that you could be working one day less a week (or equivalent).

4DWW will be rolled out within our school, when we have a full complement of staff, and within the next year – so there’s never been a more exciting time to join us #teamOFG!

Job Title: Facilities Manager

Location: Riseley Green School, Baisingstoke

Salary: Up to £30,000 per annum

Hours: Monday to Friday

Contract: Permanent, 52 weeks per year

UK applicants only. This role does not offer sponsorship.

As part of our continued growth, we now have a fantastic opportunity for a Facilities Manager to join our close-knit team at Riseley School located in Baisingstoke.

Job Purpose

To manage and maintain the school premises ensuring they are clean, secure, safe and well maintained at all times. Responsible for a wide range of duties and responsibilities connected with the fabric and grounds of the school.

Main Duties:

Locking and unlocking the buildings as required.
Setting up facilities such as chairs, tables, garden area etc.
Dealing efficiently with pre-planned maintenance, day to day establishment requirements and being reactive to problems that may arise.
Undertaking repairs to fixtures and fittings.
Ensuring all plant equipment is maintained to the required standards.
Grounds maintenance.
Assisting with the organisation of the school refurbishments.
Porterage around the school site.
Monitoring the premises for any hazards, carrying out repairs or reporting problems where necessary.
Ensuring that all stakeholders adhere to the school’s Health & Safety Policies and Procedures.
Essential:

Full UK driver’s licence.
Good Numeracy and Literacy skills.
Desirable:

Any additional qualifications pertinent to the job role.
Why join Options Autism?

Benefits

Your health and wellbeing are important to us, so you’ll get an exceptional reward package including:

Life Assurance
Pension scheme with options to increase your contributions
“Your Wellbeing Matters” – access to a wide range of first-class mental health support services and physical health checks
And a market-leading benefit offering through our Flexible Benefits Platform, Vista, enables you to choose the package that’s right for you, including:

A wide range of health, wellbeing, and insurance benefits
100’s of discount options valid in the UK and abroad
Cycle to Work Schemes
Electric Car Purchase Scheme
Critical illness cover
And that’s not all, we place the outcomes of the pupils and vulnerable young adults in our services at the heart of everything we do, so you’ll wake every day in the knowledge that your role will have a significant positive impact on the lives of others.

We are committed to the safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and young people. All applicants will be subject to social media checks and successful applicants to a fully enhanced DBS.

We are really proud to say that in 2024, Outcomes First Group were officially certified as a ‘Great Place to Work’ for the fifth year running.

*You’ll work 80% of your contractual hours for 100% of your pay, giving you more time to do the things that make you happy.

Job description :
Facilities Manager Technical



Location: Welwyn Garden City

Contract Type: Permanent

Hours: Full time, 37 hours per week

Salary: £36,996-£46,674 per annum (includes discretionary area)



We are proud to be working with Hertfordshire Constabulary who are currently seeking a Technical Facilities Manager to join their team based in Welwyn Garden City on a full time, permanent basis.



What will you be doing?



Based at Welwyn Garden City HQ, the Facilities team are responsible for ensuring the Constabulary’s buildings across the estate are compliant and fit for purpose and services provided offer value for money.



The Facilities Manager Technical is part of the Estates and Facilities team and is responsible for maintaining various types of Mechanical & Electrical plant across the wider policing estate. The role is responsible for managing the delivery of an effective and compliant facilities management service through in-house staff, suppliers and consultants with a focus on hard services.



RESPONSIBILITIES



· Check and approve expenditure against FM budgets.

· Maintain regular and effective communication with building users, suppliers and colleagues.

· Ensuring policies and procedures are followed.

· Monitor works conducted/service provided by suppliers.

· Audit and inspect supplier works.

· Measure and report supplier performance against agreed SLAs.

· Manage suppliers to ensure effective, safe and compliant delivery of all M&E related services.

· Support development of contract specifications and supplier tender processes.

· Procure goods and services, following procedures and policies.

· Support the capital delivery team advising on replacement programmes.

· Undertake regular building inspections, complete reports and initiate/progress any required works.

· Ensure compliance with all current statutory legislation in respect of health and safety and the environment.

· Manage local environmental activities to meet statutory obligations.

· Ensure compliance with all internal procedures and policies – e.g. Procurement, Finance, Compliance, HR

· Ensure security and emergency procedures are robust and support emergency situations.



What do you need?



· BTEC/HNC Mechanical or Electrical Engineering level qualification, or equivalent experience

· Knowledge of IET regulations and Health and Safety legislation

· Knowledge of ACOP L8

· Ability to undertake risk analysis

· Supervisory experience preferable

· Experience of Technical Facilities Management and energy management across a wider estate.

· Experience of monitoring and targeting work streams

· Good working knowledge and understanding of Microsoft Office

· Full, valid UK driving licence as you will be required to travel to a number of locations around Hertfordshire.



What next?



Are you interested in this role? Click apply now! You will then be directed to attach your CV and answer a few questions about your experience.

Grounds/Garden Maintenance Team Leader - Bedfordshire area

Grounds Maintenance / Garden Maintenance Team Leader is required by one of UK's largest Horticulture and Grounds Maintenance specialists

Duties will include supervising a small team of operatives who are carrying out duties such as Grass / Lawn Cutting, Edging, Strimming, Hedge cutting, Litter Picking and Weed control and all gardening/grounds maintenance duties, using mowers and powered tools and you will also be carrying out these duties yourself

You will need to be based in the Bedfordshire or Northamptonshire area

Candidates will need have lots of experience using the gardening equipment i.e hedge cutters and lawn mowers etc and also ideally experience in a team leader gardening role

Permanent roles are available after a successful probation period of 13-15 weeks

Pay rate is £14.57 per hour

You will be working in a mobile team of two or three workers

The working hours are 7am to 3.30pm Monday to Friday

Please send a CV or call 01214508950 to apply

What skills and experience we're looking for

We are looking for a multi-skilled and capable individual to manage our school site and facilities. We would really welcome your visit if you are;

• dynamic as well as proactive and have the ability to adjust to constantly changing priorities
• computer literate
• able to manage a large plant site and have enough computer knowledge to understand and work with a variety of programs that manage the plant
• able to carry out a range of DIY jobs and repairs
• can manage large and small projects supervising the work of contractors.
• able to work with the cleaning contractors to ensure high quality cleaning
• able to be the H&S officer and contribute to the strategic planning and policy development of the school site
• able to work occasional overtime when needed
• This is a varied and interesting role and you must be able to work effectively as part of a team, take pride in your work, think strategically, be friendly, approachable and have the ability to readily adapt to differing priorities and work well under pressure.

What the school offers its staff



• A well resourced and well maintained school
• A supportive and friendly staff team
• Polite and well behaved pupils who take pride in their environment
• A designated office space
• Annual flu vaccines for those that want it











Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

Grounds/Garden Maintenance Team Leader - Bedfordshire area

Grounds Maintenance / Garden Maintenance Team Leader is required by one of UK's largest Horticulture and Grounds Maintenance specialists

Duties will include supervising a small team of operatives who are carrying out duties such as Grass / Lawn Cutting, Edging, Strimming, Hedge cutting, Litter Picking and Weed control and all gardening/grounds maintenance duties, using mowers and powered tools and you will also be carrying out these duties yourself

You will need to be based in the Bedfordshire or Northamptonshire area

Candidates will need have lots of experience using the gardening equipment i.e hedge cutters and lawn mowers etc and also ideally experience in a team leader gardening role

Permanent roles are available after a successful probation period of 13-15 weeks

Pay rate is £14.57 per hour

You will be working in a mobile team of two or three workers

The working hours are 7am to 3.30pm Monday to Friday

Please send a CV or call 01214508950 to apply

Salary: Competitive plus bonus and Veolia benefits

Hours: Monday - Friday 8am - 5pm

Location: Stewartby, Green Lane, MK43 9LY



When you see the world as we do, you see the chance to help the world take better care of its resources, and help it become a better place for everyone. It's why we're looking for someone who sees the world in a similar way to take up an exciting Senior Chemist role in our dynamic team.



Because of our responsibility when it comes to leading change, resourcing takes every single one of us, and this is how you can play your part. And if you're a hands on Chemist, this role will suit you perfectly.



It doesn't matter if you're looking to overhaul the industry, or just do a good day's work. We know that everyone here at Veolia can help us work alongside our communities, look after the environment in small and big ways, and contribute towards our inclusive culture.



What we can offer you;

• 25 days of annual leave
  
• Access to our company pension scheme
  
• Discounts on everything from groceries to well known retailers
  
• Access to a range of resources to support your physical, mental and financial health; so you can lean on us whenever you need to
  
• One paid days leave every year to volunteer and support your community
  
• Ongoing training and development opportunities, allowing you to reach your full potential
  

What will you be doing?

• The Maintenance Manager will oversee the maintenance to ensure the smooth running​ of the plant.
  
• Preparing the annual preventative maintenance program for all the site equipment & machinery.
  

• Ensuring suitable contractors are used and organise the raising of appropriate purchase orders for external work and control the inter-company work orders.
  

• Ensuring effective contractor control by utilising permit to work system and site Inductions.
  

• ​Organising the correct contractors to carry out planned and reactive maintenance to maximise the availability of plant and equipment.
  

• ​Ensuring breakdowns are dealt with effectively, as is reasonably practicable.
  
• Managing the site fitter including work allocation, training and day to day supervision.
  
• Updating and management of site operating procedures and risk assessment files.
  
• Organising the routine inspections and services on plant and equipment within manufacturers guidelines and the correct contractors accordingly.
  
• Organising and controlling plant modifications inclusive of commissioning of any new plant and machinery, ensuring that the correct files are up to date.
  
• Carrying out incident and accident investigations for the site.
  
• Working with the operations manager to ensure the site remains compliant to all legal requirements.
  
• Keeping the VMR (Veolia minimum requirements) operating procedures up to date for the site operations.
  

What we're looking for;

• Excellent organisation skills.
  
• Good understanding of current HSE regulations.
  
• Ability to work to set deadlines.
  
• Experience of process safety operations.
  
• Computer literate.
  
• NEBOSH Certificate in Health and Safety or equivalent.
  

Our promise to you



Here at Veolia, we know that a genuinely good role goes both ways.

So alongside your salary or hourly pay, you'll get 25 days of holiday alongside an extensive benefits package, which includes our market-leading pension and share scheme, alongside a range of employee discounts. Also to help you further, we provide mental health and financial support, so you can lean on us whenever you need to.



Apply today, so we can make a difference for generations to come.

Here at Veolia, we're proud to be known as an equal opportunities employer. We know how important it is to be fully committed to building and maintaining a diverse and inclusive place to work for every one of our colleagues. So no matter their age, gender, gender expression, disability, race, ethnicity, religion, belief, sexuality or veteran status, every applicant who meets the minimum requirements will be considered fully.