Mechanical Operations Manager in Reading, Berkshire

Mechanical Operations Manager
West London
£50-60k

The Opportunity

This role involves maintaining compliance standards and service quality across water hygiene, plumbing, drainage, pumping systems and associated mechanical services

* Oversee the day-to-day operations of the Mechanical and Water Services department, covering planned, reactive and remedial maintenance.

* Lead and manage a team of Plumbers, Mechanical Engineers, Water Hygiene Technicians, Pump Engineers and subcontractors.

* Provide technical oversight across plumbing, water hygiene, drainage, pumps, water treatment and mechanical building services.

* Ensure compliance with ACOP L8, HSG274, BS 8580-1, Water Supply Regulations and relevant health and safety legislation.

* Manage maintenance contracts across commercial and domestic properties, ensuring delivery against agreed KPIs, SLAs, budgets and quality standards.

* Oversee maintenance of hot and cold water systems, TMVs, calorifiers, booster sets, pressurisation units, tanks and closed-loop systems.

* Monitor water hygiene compliance, including risk assessments, sampling, temperature monitoring, audits and remedial actions.

* Manage operational resources, engineer workloads, subcontractors and small works projects.

* Investigate technical issues and service failures, implementing corrective actions and improvements.

* Maintain accurate compliance records and asset information, preparing quotations, technical reports and client updates.

* Build strong client relationships while promoting high standards of service delivery, health and safety and continuous improvement.

Requirements & Experience

* HNC/HND in Mechanical or Building Services Engineering, NVQ Level 5 or above, or equivalent relevant qualification.

* Previous experience in a Mechanical Operations Manager, Mechanical Services Manager or similar senior operational role.

* Strong background in mechanical building services, including plumbing, water systems, pumps and maintenance.

* Good working knowledge of ACOP L8, HSG274, BS 8580-1 and water hygiene compliance.

* Experience managing engineering teams, subcontractors, maintenance contracts and operational performance.

* Strong understanding of PPM, reactive maintenance, remedial works and statutory compliance.

* Excellent leadership, organisational, reporting and client communication skills.

* CAFM/CMMS experience desirable, with knowledge of SFG20 an advantage.

* Commercial health and safety awareness.

* Full clean UK driving licence essential.

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