Mechanical Services Manager

Job Description:

The Mechanical Services Manager will oversee the effective delivery and management of mechanical services within the facilities management department. This permanent role is based in Coventry and requires a proactive approach to ensure successful operations in a not-for-profit environment.

Client Details

This is an opportunity to join a well-established not-for-profit organisation in Coventry. The organisation is committed to delivering excellent services and maintaining a high standard of operational efficiency within its facilities management department.

Description

• Lead the mechanical services team and contractors to deliver compliant, high‑quality planned and reactive maintenance across all campuses.
• Assess mechanical issues, allocate appropriate resources and ensure safe, timely, value‑for‑money repairs.
• Maintain strong customer relationships, providing clear updates and driving a proactive, planned‑first approach.
• Manage team performance, workloads, rotas and development, ensuring 24/7 service continuity and high standards of H&S.
• Monitor KPIs, compliance tasks and contractor performance, driving continuous improvement and right‑first‑time delivery.
• Oversee planned maintenance programmes, minimise disruption and ensure safe working practices and robust RAMS.
• Provide quotations, designs and minor works support, ensuring best value and effective delivery.
• Manage stock, authorise purchases and act as a visible Estates contact across campus.

Profile

Qualifications

• HND/HNC in Building Services or Hard FM (or equivalent experience).
• Degree in Building Services/Hard FM desirable.

Experience

• Strong background managing mobile maintenance teams and high‑volume reactive works.
• Experience coordinating specialist contractors (HVAC, pressure systems, LEV, water safety, drainage etc.).
• Solid understanding of H&S, including writing RAMS and managing safe systems of work.
• Proven ability to deliver value‑for‑money services, manage budgets and drive efficiencies.
• Broad technical knowledge across mechanical, electrical and building fabric maintenance.
• Confident using FM systems, finance tools and general IT applications.
• Experience working in complex or multi‑site environments is an advantage.

Skills & Behaviours

• Analytical, detail‑focused and calm under pressure.
• Strong problem‑solver with a proactive, solutions‑driven mindset.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills, able to engage at all levels.
• Effective leader who motivates teams and drives high performance.
• Innovative, practical thinker with a continuous improvement approach.

Other Requirements

• Full driving licence and willingness to travel to remote campuses (occasional overnight stays).
• Physically fit and able to work at height.
• Willing to participate in callout rota and occasional weekend/open‑day cover.

Job Offer

• Permanent position based in Coventry.
• Competitive salary ranging from £40,000 to £59000
• Benefits package to be confirmed.
• Opportunity to work within the not-for-profit sector.
• Supportive working environment with a focus on professional growth.

If you are ready to take the next step in your career as a Mechanical Services Manager within the facilities management department, apply today!