Technical Facilities & Compliance Manager

Location – Flexible

Contract Type – Permanent

Working Hours – Full Time

Closing Date – 18th April 2024

Main Purpose of the Role

A new role within the Facility Management team providing professional client side technical and engineering expertise is required.  Responsible for ensuring compliance obligations are adhered to and advised upon across a significant and diverse RWE UK property portfolio.

Experience of lifecycle of assets within the estate, from acquisition to disposal, ensuring efficiency and compliance.

Assist in the development and maintenance of an integrated management system for safety, facility, and environmental management.

Coordinate with outsourced facility management providers and client side Facility Management to ensure seamless delivery of services and adherence to contractual obligations.

Responsible for client side interest on projects in the UK and internationally,  accountable for technical input to the planning and implementation phases on a global basis.

Key Responsibilities

Operate audit technical program for RWET UK distributed office/workshop portfolio to ensure RWE as lease holder and RWE as the occupier are fulfilling their statutory compliance obligations or testing the regimes of the owner operators of those sites

At least 5 years’ experience of managing a technical programme on a similar and diverse property portfolio.

Understand the portfolio and be able to assess the key risks for the business.

Provide support for the FM team on technical audits of the outsourced service provider

Expected to take the lead in providing advice and support on technical issues and manage the resolution of problems.

Provide the client side team with unbiased technical and engineering expertise

As required by the business via meetings & reports.

Act as subject matter expert in the support of capital planning, building life cycle and forward maintenance regimes

At least 5 years’ experience in this type of industry role.

Demonstrate a consistent level of professionalism, effective timely communication and professional relationship management at all times

Member of a Professional Body.

Maintain properties at a level appropriate to their required operational use and to ensure lease obligations are adhered to

To work closely with the general practice surveyors within the team to ensure lease obligations and dilapidations are effectively managed.

Act as Technical Lead in support of the Real Estate Team on acquisitions and disposals of property

Ensure all property matters are appropriately dealt with to maximise value to the business and/or minimise risks.

Be accountable for the teams technical contribution to UK international projects to include the development of a standardized approach to meeting RWE office estate standards

Compliance matters dealt with in accordance with local and  international laws and standards.

Appointment & management of specialist consultants and contractors

Definition of scope of work.

Select and manage 3rd party consultants/contractors. 

Knowledge & Skills

• Degree qualified in a scientific or technical discipline to provide competence in building services and M&E with 5 years post qualification experience.
• Experience working in diverse commercial estates with complex facility management needs.
• Member of recognized professional body i.e. CIBSE, CIOB, IWFM, RICS, IFMA
• Health, Safety & Environmental Qualifications.
• Familiarity with integrated management systems and ISO standards related to safety, facility, and environmental management.
• Proficiency in using relevant software and tools for facilities management and compliance tracking.
• Knowledge of sustainable practices and experience implementing environmentally friendly initiatives within facilities management.
• Proactive problem solver with the ability to anticipate and address compliance issues before they arise.
• Committed to continuous learning and professional development, staying updated on industry trends and best practices.

What we will offer you

• An annual salary up to £65,000 depending on experience and up to 15% annual bonus
• A personal retirement savings plan – if you put in 5% we will top up by a further 10% and you will get life assurance worth 4 x annual salary
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, pro-rata
• Company Paid Private Medical Insurance for you and your family
• One free professional membership subscription
• Access to flexible benefits such as Critical Illness, Dental Plan, Health Cash Plan, Share Incentive Plan, Cycle2Work, Electric Car Lease Scheme, Buy Additional Annual Leave and retail savings scheme
• Occupational Health support services for your wellbeing
• Access to our employee assistance programme in times of need
• Up to 2 days volunteering a year
• Flexible working time arrangements through hybrid working within the framework of operational possibilities

 To view a preview of our benefits site ‘YourHub’ and see some of the other benefits we have on offer please visit https://www.edenred.co.uk/campaigns/rwe-yourhub/index.html

Working at RWE

To find out more about what it’s like to work at one of Europe’s largest energy companies and what we are all about we have a wealth of information on our Careers pages. https://www.rwe.com/en/rwe-careers-portal

Here you can meet some of the team, find out more about Diversity at RWE, what your onboarding will look like and some FAQs.

Equal Opportunities

We value diversity and therefore welcome all applications, irrespective of gender, disability, nationality, ethnic and social background, religion and beliefs, age or sexual orientation and identity.

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

Our energy for a sustainable life

RWE represents change, innovation and sustainability. As one of the world’s leading generators of electricity from renewable energy sources, we aim to be carbon-neutral by 2040 and to enable a sustainable life for people around the world. To achieve this, we are looking for dynamic and motivated people to join us in creating a sustainable and secure energy future.

RWE in the UK

RWE Technology International GmbH is a global leader for technical consultation services in the energy sector.

We help organisations shape their mining, thermal generation, renewable energies and plant operation activities more efficiently. We provide solutions along the project value chain that are tailored to the needs of our clients – from planning and construction to operation and dismantling of industrial energy plants. In doing so, we contribute to clean, reliable and affordable electricity – and a sustainable life. 

Any questions? Contact in Recruiting: Lucille Mugodi, M: +44 7741 191 330 | E: lucille.mugodi@rwe.com. Please note we do not accept speculative CVs from any recruitment agencies