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Technical Services Manager
Full-Time | Monday to Friday (with flexibility for out-of-hours support)

Location: South of England
Salary: Up to £57,000 per annum (DOE) + Company Electric Vehicle

Vetting Required: BS7858

Be Part of Something Bigger. Lead with Purpose.

At 14forty, we’re redefining what great workplaces look like. Our mission is simple: to make workspaces better – for people and for the planet. We deliver smart, sustainable, and human-centric facilities management solutions that help businesses focus on what truly matters.

Now, we’re looking for a Technical Services Manager to join our growing team working with our customer National Gas. This is a pivotal, national role responsible for delivering excellence in hard services across a varied UK-wide portfolio, covering the South of England.

What You’ll Do

As our Technical Services Manager, you will lead the strategic delivery of technical services, ensuring compliance, consistency, and innovation across all sites. Your key responsibilities will include:

Overseeing hard services delivery and statutory compliance across the national portfolio

Managing outsourced maintenance contracts and internal engineering teams

Maintaining and optimising the Planned Preventive Maintenance (PPM) schedule based on SFG20 and manufacturers' guidance

Supporting area managers with PPM and remedial works

Reviewing and validating quotes, method statements, and risk assessments

Managing helpdesk and CAFM functions

Leading and developing engineering teams to deliver high-quality service in line with H&S and statutory requirements

Acting as the Authorised Person for Electrical Works, providing technical assurance and leadership

Driving supplier performance through regular reviews and continuous improvement

Supporting future planning and infrastructure strategies

What You’ll Bring

Essential:

5+ years’ experience in Facilities Management, covering both hard and soft services

Recognised engineering qualification

Authorising Engineer / Authorised Person in M&E disciplines

Strong knowledge of statutory compliance, PPM planning, and energy utilisation

Experience managing technical teams and contractors nationally

IBOSH qualification

Proficiency in Microsoft Office and CAFM systems

Desirable:

Formal project management qualification (e.g. Prince2, APM)

NEBOSH qualification

Membership of a relevant professional body (IET, CIBSE, etc.)

Strong financial acumen and experience managing budgets

Proven success in leading change management initiatives

Ready to take the lead in a role where your expertise will make a real difference?

Apply now and become part of a purpose-led team shaping the future of workplace experience.

Compass Group UK&I is committed to fostering an environment where every individual can truly be themselves at work and has equal opportunities to advance in their careers. We strive to build a culture that respects and celebrates the unique talents, beliefs, backgrounds, and abilities of all our team members. We want our colleagues to feel valued, empowered to reach their full potential, and to thrive - because diversity is our strength!

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