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General Manager

Equans is looking for a General Manager – Hard FM to join our team in London on a permanent basis. This is a full-time role working 40 hours per week. On offer is a competitive salary, car allowance, bonus and benefits package.

Responsible for the management and delivery for the UHL contract. To facilitate Hard FM activities undertaking the functional, technical and management aspects of the FM contract with respect to planned/reactive maintenance, project work and lifecycle programme requirements.

The ideal candidate will have previous experience within a PFI and healthcare setting, a technical background either mechanical or electrical, commercial and financial acumen and excellent stakeholder management.

What will you deliver?

Responsible for the delivery of hard services to the highest standard, ensuring the effective management of staff, the provision of excellent customer service and compliance with contract and company requirements
Assist with the effective management of contractual performance, including the incurrence of financial penalties, to ensure that all services under your control are delivered to the contract specification and that all changes, developments and additional services are recorded accordingly with the commercial activity of the contract
Exercise financial and commercial controls in the management of expenditure and income within agreed budgets. To maximise profitability of operations and deliver ongoing cost savings
Lead and manage service delivery and customer contact, to ensure the provision of highest impressions of quality, customer care, proactivity and professionalism to our customer/clients and staff
Manage the business cost effectively with respect to supply chain efficiency in order to achieve best value for money in the procurement of services and goods
Manage all associated subcontracted services and to ensure that subcontractors are able to carry out their duties in a safe and timely manner and that work is contractually compliant. Complete all associated paperwork and conduct regular service review meetings
Submit quotations, estimates and tenders for additional work as requested and to be responsible for the preparation, accuracy and processing of all accounts following completion of projects/events, in accordance with company guidelines and procedures
Manage resource requirements for the Hard FM service, including the provision of labour and materials
Ensure compliance in the completion of COSHH and Risk Assessment records and all associated health and safety documentation, ensuring industry legislation and company quality systems are adhered to and that these areas are effectively managed at all times
Meet with the client, Hard FM team, suppliers and subcontractors when necessary in order to maintain appropriate levels of service
Fulfil health and safety responsibilities by adherence to the requirements of the Company's Health & Safety Policy and Health & Safety Management Plans

What can we offer you?

On offer is a competitive salary, car allowance, bonus and benefits package, which includes;

25 days annual leave (+ public holidays)
Life Cover equivalent to 2 times annual salary
Employee discount shopping schemes on major brands and retailers
Gym membership discounts
Cycle to work scheme
Holiday purchase scheme
2 corporate social responsibility days per year
Broad range of learning opportunities, such as professional qualifications, collective/individual training, and personalized support programmes
Attractive Employee Referral Rewards Scheme
Access to our growing employee networks including AccessAbility (representing those with physical and mental disabilities), Encompass (representing the LGBTQ+ community), RISE (representing people from ethnic backgrounds), WOMEN TOGETHER (representing women in Equans), Working Parents, and Young Professionals.
24/7 Employee Assistance Program and access to mental wellbeing app

Who are we looking for?

A strong Leader who is able to demonstrate technical experience in managing contracts with critical services in a 24/7, 365 environments
Excellent analytical, strategic conceptual thinking, strategic planning and execution skills
Previous experience within a healthcare setting
Previous experience with PFI
Commercial acumen
Financial acumen
Excellent stakeholder management
A strategic individual who has strong customer relationship skills and can position themselves as their trusted advisor for the Client
An inspiring leader & influencer with imagination and a track record of innovation

Who are we?

Equans is a world leader in energy services with nearly 100,000 employees working in more than 50 countries, with an annual turnover of over 17 billion euros.

In the UK & Ireland, Equans is a provider of technical, FM, regeneration and energy services – with specialist capabilities in smart buildings, green mobility, district & embedded energy and decentralised renewables.

Equans’ 13,500 UK & Ireland employees combine these activities to help businesses, public sector organisations and government to embrace the energy transition towards net zero, and also the digital & industrial transitions that are redesigning the way we move, work and live.

Equans is a Bouygues group company.

What's next?

If this role is of interest to you, please click below to register, apply, and track your progress! A member of our Resourcing Team will review your application and be in touch.

As part our commitment to better reflect the markets within which we operate, we encourage applications from women, ethnically diverse individuals and people with disabilities, along with all candidates who identify with protected characteristic groups under the Equality Act 2010.

You'll also have access to our growing employee networks including AccessAbility (representing those with physical and mental disabilities), Encompass (representing the LGBTQ+ community), RISE (representing people from ethnic backgrounds), WOMEN TOGETHER (representing women in Equans), Working Parents, and Young Professionals.

For this role, you must have evidence of the right to work in the UK. Unfortunately, we are not able to offer a re-location package with this job role. Certain roles may require applicants to undergo a Disclosure check, as noted in the role requirements.

The Equans Resourcing Team supports this job advert. Agency involvement is not required. All related enquiries must come to the resourcing team not direct to Equans Managers.

Senior Technical Services Manager

Equans is looking for an Senior Technical Services Manager to join our team in Wakefield on a permanent basis. This is a full-time role working 40 hours per week.

On offer is a salary of £68.000 dependent on skills, knowledge and experience, company vehicle or allowance, bonus and benefits package.

Flexible location, preferably North of England (Travel Across UK is required)

The Senior Technical Services Manager will report directly to the Account Director. You will lead, motivate, support, and provide direct guidance to the Site Facilities Managers, Supervisors and operatives in providing the technical service delivery across all the CCEP sites across the UK.

Ensure delivery of effective and efficient maintenance services encompassing mechanical, electrical, building fabric and small project management. Core elements will include management of the National Electrical Testing and Inspection Team, Health & Safety, communication between the internal technical team and client contacts on day-to-day activities, owning statutory and mandatory compliance.

The role holder will support in the procurement, setting to work and monitoring of key service providers, ensuring inspections, maintenance, testing, verification and repairs are carried out to the correct standard and corrective actions are raised and completion documentation received and verified in accordance with statutory and regulatory compliance.

What will you deliver?

Provide assurance of contractual and statutory compliance, identifying areas of technical risk, and ensuring these are highlighted and solutions sought and train our staff in compliance management best practices.
Ensure defined policy and procedures are adopted by the business, to evidence compliance with all engineering standards including Legislation, ACOP, British, European and International Standards and industry best practice inc SFG20.
To work closely with operational and other business teams to put in place the appropriate standards, systems, processes and ways of working, to deliver excellence in all engineering disciplines.
Ensure Equans safe systems of work, in line with contract specification and recognised codes of practice and carry out the duties of Authorised Person, as designated, in accordance with Company standards for the multiple systems designated to you (following training, assessment and formal appointment)
Ensure the provision of healthy and safe working conditions and that both clients and Company health and safety policy and process is effectively implemented across both Equans and subcontractors’ activities and are regularly reviewed.
Manage compliance and ensure it is fully up to date from respective Facilities Managers/supervisors.
Manage and oversee external sub-contractors and professionals following company contractor management processes
Ensuring that contractor and the in-house engineering team are competence checked and they are appointed as Competent Persons.
Develop and maintain close relationships and liaison with internal/external stakeholders, i.e. Facilities and Utilities Manager, Senior Engineering Manager, Senior Operations manager, site delivery team
To always observe statutory and other relevant requirements, in particular those relating to the Health & Safety at Work Act, COSHH Regulations and Electrical IEE regulations, PSSR and H&S Guidance notes.
To carry out any other such reasonable tasks and duties relevant to the post as may be required
Supporting FM’s interface between client communications and providing Technical/ contractual backup.
Working with direct reports to ensure the collaborative development of the business, effective teamworking, and support to colleagues. – Ensure safe systems of work are in place and always used.
Ensure that the contract delivery team has sufficient appointed persons to undertake works as per Equans Safety Rules
Undertake AP/RP positions/duties such as L8, Pressure Systems. LV/HV – Ensure adherence to all Statutory Standards and Regulations.
Ensure that staff performance is managed as required through for example, performance appraisals, disciplinary proceedings, and grievances.
Proactively identify and manage the professional development and training needs of the technical staff.
Produce technical reports and evidence as required for assurance and auditing.

What can we offer you?

On offer is a competitive salary, car or car allowance, bonus and benefits package, which includes;

25 days annual leave (+ public holidays)
Life Cover equivalent to 2x times annual salary
Employee discount shopping schemes on major brands and retailers
Gym membership discounts
Cycle to work scheme
Holiday purchase scheme
2 corporate social responsibility days per year
Broad range of learning opportunities, such as professional qualifications, collective/individual training, and personalized support programmes
Attractive Employee Referral Rewards Scheme
Access to our growing employee networks including AccessAbility (representing those with physical and mental disabilities), Encompass (representing the LGBTQ+ community), RISE (representing people from ethnic backgrounds), WOMEN TOGETHER (representing women in Equans), Working Parents, and Young Professionals.
24/7 Employee Assistance Program and access to mental wellbeing app

Who are we looking for?

Relevant trade qualifications or apprenticeship
HNC/ONC/C&G or equivalent in relevant mechanical/electrical/building engineering discipline.
Proven management experience of Hard FM teams.
Knowledge and understanding of SFG Specifications, British Standards.
Sound awareness of risk assessment and working safely with equipment.
Sound knowledge of Health & Safety. Preferably have IOSH or above.
Ability to measure, works to plans (method statements), read technical diagrams.
The role holder will demonstrate leadership, flexibility, and efficiency in responding to changing business requirements and will establish good working relationships with other team members and clients.
Sound general knowledge and understanding of Mechanical, Electrical and Fire Safety systems
Expertise in Electrical / Mechanical and Legionella Control disciplines.
Good knowledge of general compliance in Facilities Management.
Experience working in a highly competent, multi discipline engineering team.
Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office packages (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Visio and other Office365 Products etc.) Understanding of Written Schemes of Examination

Who are we?

Equans is a world leader in energy services with nearly 100,000 employees working in more than 50 countries, with an annual turnover of over 17 billion euros.

Equans is a Bouygues group company.

What's next?

If this role is of interest to you, please click below to register, apply, and track your progress! A member of our Resourcing Team will review your application and be in touch.

The Equans Resourcing Team supports this job advert. Agency involvement is not required. All related enquiries must come to the resourcing team not direct to Equans Managers.

Facilities Manager (Soft FM/Workplace Solutions)

EQUANS is looking for a Facilities Manager (soft services) to join our team in Winsford on a permanent basis. This is a fulltime role working Monday to Friday. On offer is a competitive salary and benefits package.

EQUANS Services Ltd are recruiting for a Facilities Operational Manager to lead and deliver a Workplace Solutions and Face-to-Face service to Cheshire West and Chester council. This is a permanent full-time role and will report into the Head of Service Delivery. This role requires you to oversee all aspects off Workplace Solutions delivery within the scope of the contract. The post holder will be required to deal with various challenges that arise as part of the contract and resolve any challenges as they present. The post holder must be able to provide assurance of service delivery to Senior Management, client and customers.

What will you deliver?

Lead the delivery of Soft FM services, ensuring they meet contractual commitments and key performance indicators (KPIs).

Act as the main point of contact between EQUANS and Cheshire West & Chester Council for Soft FM operations, including major events and business continuity planning.

Monitor and manage operational performance, ensuring compliance with health, safety, and statutory requirements.

Oversee building security and safety procedures, ensuring compliance with fire evacuation plans and access control.

Develop and maintain strong relationships with client services, stakeholders, and external partners to ensure seamless service delivery.

Lead, manage, and develop staff to support operational excellence within Workplace Solutions.

Ensure financial oversight, approving and challenging expenditure related to Soft FM contracts, budgets, and resources.

Support and oversee contract compliance, including audits of building logbooks, health & safety regulations, and KPI reporting.

Conduct performance checks, including spot cleaning inspections and monitoring building support functions.

Drive continuous improvement initiatives, ensuring services remain flexible, innovative, and responsive to evolving client needs.
What can we offer you?

On offer is a competitive salary, and benefits package, which includes;

24 days increasing to 25 days once 2 years service is reached.
Life Cover equivalent to 1.5 x annual salary
Employee discount shopping schemes on major brands and retailers
Gym membership discounts 
Cycle to work scheme 
Holiday purchase scheme
2 corporate social responsibility days per year
Broad range of learning opportunities, such as professional qualifications, collective/individual training, and personalized support programmes
Attractive Employee Referral Rewards Scheme
Access to our growing employee networks including WiE (Women in EQUANS), RISE (BAME), LGBTQI+, Working Parents, YPN (Young Persons Network) and our Disability Network
24/7 Employee Assistance Program and access to mental wellbeing app

Who are we looking for?

Knowledge, Skills & Experience

Excellent negotiation and procedural skills
Full understanding of building compliance duties
Ability to develop effective relations with senior management, customers, staff and clients.
Excellent organisational skills and strong work ethic
IT literate with knowledge of MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
Able to take a positive approach to problem solving.
Able to adapt and support change positively.
Conduct project reporting in line with required deadlines.
Identify, mitigate and manage projects and operational risks.
Hold a full driving licence

Who are we?

EQUANS is a world leader in energy services with nearly 100,000 employees working in more than 50 countries, with an annual turnover of over 17 billion euros.  

In the UK & Ireland, EQUANS is a provider of technical, FM, regeneration and energy services – with specialist capabilities in smart buildings, green mobility, district & embedded energy and decentralised renewables.

EQUANS’ 13,500 UK & Ireland employees combine these activities to help businesses, public sector organisations and government to embrace the energy transition towards net zero, and also the digital & industrial transitions that are redesigning the way we move, work and live.

EQUANS is a Bouygues group company.

What's next?

If this role is of interest to you, please click below to register, apply, and track your progress! A member of our Resourcing Team will review your application and be in touch.

At Equans we’re committed to delivering a culture where everyone’s voice is heard and supported. We know the value a diverse workforce creates, delivering better results for our people, customers, and stakeholders. Diversity and inclusion is at the core of what we do, should you join Equans you’ll find a welcoming and open workplace where you’re supported and encouraged to be your true self at work. You’ll also have access to our growing employee networks including WiE (Women in Equans), RISE (BAME), LGBTQI+, Working Parents, YPN (Young Professionals Network) and our Disability Network.

For this role, you must have evidence of the right to work in the UK. Unfortunately, we are not able to offer a re-location package with this job role.  Certain roles may require applicants to undergo a Disclosure check, as noted in the role requirements.

The EQUANS Resourcing Team supports this job advert. Agency involvement is not required. All related enquiries must come to the resourcing team not direct to EQUANS Managers.

Facilities Manager

Equans is looking for a Facilities Manager to join our team in Sidcup on a permanent basis. This is a full-time role working 37.5 hours per week. On offer is a competitive salary bonus and benefits package.

The role holder will be responsible for all aspects of TFM service delivery at the site.

Lead the engagement with building users groups and employee forums to understand perceptions of performance of the services and how the services could be better tailored to the client for the future. In addition to this will also be the responsibility of the delivery of Additional Works that are identified as a result of our delivery.

Liaising with the Customer, on-site Teams, internal Equans departments/teams and Sub-Contractors to ensure the TFM contract at site level is delivered within the terms of the contract. This role will have a emphasis on customer service and will be point of contact for all site related activity, making sure the service is delivered and compliant with company procedures.

Normal office hours, Monday to Friday

Site based role

What will you deliver?

Responsible for all PPM programme's to deliver full scope of services within SLA / Additional Works WIP to be completed on time and on budget
Responsible for all corrective and reactive works to be correctly recorded within the company’s asset management system
Responsible to ensure that teams operate in a time/cost effective manner
Act as escalation for all emergencies
Ensure that tasks are carried out in a safe manner via completing site audits/visits
Ensuring that disruption to the client’s premises is kept to a minimum during activities within Scope
Maintaining good strong relationships with the customer and all internal stakeholders
Ensure that quality is monitored via completing site audits/visits
Complete and provide accurate monthly reporting to Equans senior management/client
Complete and provide accurate daily reporting to Equans senior management/client
Attend Client meetings as required
Monitoring and control costs associated with all tasks
Escalate any major issues appropriately
Manage the recruitment, retention, motivation and development of the team
Manages performance of team against clear objectives and expectations
Ensure all training requirements of the team are met and recorded
Contributes to budget planning and reviews financial performance against budget

What can we offer you?

On offer is a competitive salary bonus and benefits package, which includes;

25 days annual leave (+ public holidays)
Life Cover equivalent to 2 times annual salary
Employee discount shopping schemes on major brands and retailers
Gym membership discounts
Cycle to work scheme
Holiday purchase scheme
2 corporate social responsibility days per year
Broad range of learning opportunities, such as professional qualifications, collective/individual training, and personalized support programmes
Attractive Employee Referral Rewards Scheme
Access to our growing employee networks including AccessAbility (representing those with physical and mental disabilities), Encompass (representing the LGBTQ+ community), RISE (representing people from ethnic backgrounds), WOMEN TOGETHER (representing women in Equans), Working Parents, and Young Professionals.
24/7 Employee Assistance Program and access to mental wellbeing app

Who are we looking for?

Have a good understanding of Facilities Contracts, Contract Variations, Additional work opportunities, Risk Management and general management tools (RAG reports, SWOT reports, etc..) to assist in a successful contract delivery.
Good communication skills, both written and verbal
Excellent customer service skills
Good planning and organisation skills and the ability to prioritise own workload efficiently
Organisation skills, take a proactive approach to work and demonstrate good time management, working to deadlines and adhering to set procedures
Strong delegation and support skills
Team player capable for leading and focusing team members to achieve their objectives.
Strong IT skills (Word, Excel, Outlook, CAFM Systems)
Good report writing skills
Hold a full UK Driving licence
Knowledge of key legislation relating to the delivery of FM services

Who are we?

Equans is a world leader in energy services with nearly 100,000 employees working in more than 50 countries, with an annual turnover of over 17 billion euros.

Equans is a Bouygues group company.

What's next?

If this role is of interest to you, please click below to register, apply, and track your progress! A member of our Resourcing Team will review your application and be in touch.

The Equans Resourcing Team supports this job advert. Agency involvement is not required. All related enquiries must come to the resourcing team not direct to Equans Managers.

Account Director

Equans is looking for an Account Director to join our team in London on a permanent basis. This is a full-time role working 37.5 hours per week. On offer is a competitive salary, company vehicle or allowance, bonus and benefits package.

This role is responsible for ensuring the successful delivery of Contractual and Technical Services to the Clifford Chance Contract. The Clifford Chance contract is of high importance to Equans and delivers critical FM services via the onsite team, specialist contractors and with support from the wider Equans Business in a safe and effective way.

Reporting to the Operations Director the post holder will manage several small accounts in and around London and manage 5 direct reports. The Account Director will be expected to be on site 4 days per week in Canary Wharf.

The ideal candidate will have previous experience at Account Manager or Director level within the FM industry, previous experience holding P+L responsibility, building strong client relationships and team management.

What will you deliver?

Develop and maintain a healthy business relationship with the Client which includes promoting Equans Business capabilities, building trust and maximises growth opportunities
Work with on-site teams to ensure Services are delivered and Stadium Events are adequately supported in the most efficient and effective manner ensuring all contractual KPIs, SLAs & deliverables are achieved, taking positive steps to address where not
At the start of each financial year, to develop Business Plans which outline strategic and tactical goals for the success of the Contract. As a minimum, this should include Operational, Safety, Financial, Business Continuity Planning, Energy and Sustainable initiatives
Continuously drive continuous improvement programmes, promoting and deploying technologies in line with a Smart Buildings ethos
Ownership, preparation and timely submission of all MI, Reports and Risk Registers into the Customer and Business
Ensure all operational, safety, people and financial targets and forecasts are achieved across the contract and where necessary develop detailed recovery plans to address underperformance
Develops, recommends, implements standard operating procedures and policies to economise service delivery across the Contract while increasing productivity
Oversees supply purchasing for the Contract ensuring compliance to budget, and policy. Deploy, maintain and account for onsite inventories via the onsite teams
Drive and constantly promote a safety-first culture ensuring Statutory Compliance of the Contract at all times and the Safe Working of all Equans employees and contractors when on site
Ensure all elements of employment procedures and processes, including disciplinary & grievance, attendance management and performance management are adhered to in accordance with Company policies
Responsible for employee development, succession planning, employee empowerment and talent management across teams including support for talent pipelines ie. Apprenticeships
Management of all non-conformances (NCR’s) across the Contract
Managing and organising the Responsible Business plan for the BU across the Contract

What can we offer you?

On offer is a competitive salary, company vehicle or allowance bonus and benefits package, which includes;

25 days annual leave (+ public holidays)
Life Cover equivalent to 2 times annual salary
Employee discount shopping schemes on major brands and retailers
Gym membership discounts
Cycle to work scheme
Holiday purchase scheme
2 corporate social responsibility days per year
Broad range of learning opportunities, such as professional qualifications, collective/individual training, and personalized support programmes
Attractive Employee Referral Rewards Scheme
Access to our growing employee networks including AccessAbility (representing those with physical and mental disabilities), Encompass (representing the LGBTQ+ community), RISE (representing people from ethnic backgrounds), WOMEN TOGETHER (representing women in Equans), Working Parents, and Young Professionals.
24/7 Employee Assistance Program and access to mental wellbeing app

Who are we looking for?

A strong Leader who is able to demonstrate technical experience in managing contracts with critical services in a 24/7, 365 environment and who also has an understanding and passion for SMART buildings
Excellent analytical, strategic conceptual thinking, strategic planning and execution skills
Process orientated individual with experience in continuous improvement and adding value to contracts under their direct management
Strong financial and commercial awareness and skills to deliver contract compliance alongside contract and EBIT growth
A strategic individual who has strong customer relationship skills and can position themselves as their trusted advisor for the Client
An inspiring leader & influencer with imagination and a track record of innovation
Excellent knowledge of Health and Safety regulations and Quality systems
Ability to write reports, business cases, case studies and have excellent presentation skills

Who are we?

Equans is a world leader in energy services with nearly 100,000 employees working in more than 50 countries, with an annual turnover of over 17 billion euros.

Equans is a Bouygues group company.

What's next?

If this role is of interest to you, please click below to register, apply, and track your progress! A member of our Resourcing Team will review your application and be in touch.

The Equans Resourcing Team supports this job advert. Agency involvement is not required. All related enquiries must come to the resourcing team not direct to Equans Managers.

Account Director

Equans is looking for an Account Director to join our team on a 12 month FTC basis. This is a full-time role working 37.5 hours per week. On offer is a competitive salary, company vehicle or allowance, bonus and benefits package.

The role holder will provide leadership across all elements of the CCEP contract with a strong focus on service delivery, commercial matters and client relationship management.

Reporting to the Operations Director, the Account Director will be the senior lead for communicating and delivering the strategic direction across the contract.

The successful candidate will be expected to work closely with the Executive Director, the project management office (PMO), the Lifecycle team, the SHEQ team, and other supporting teams to deliver the lifecycle and variations works across the contract.

The Account Director will be responsible for the quality of services and the business plan on an ongoing basis and will ensure that we reach optimal service delivery and deliver continuous improvement throughout the life of the contract. You will attend the Strategic Partnering Board on a quarterly basis and the Operational Delivery Board meetings monthly as well as providing a regular senior management presence in support of his/her management team.

What will you deliver?

Maintains strong customer experience and satisfaction
Builds and sustain collaborative relationships with all stakeholders in CCEP
Leads on all commercial and financial negotiations with Project Co in line with the company Delegated Levels of Authority (DLA)
Develops and maintain an annual project delivery plan
Ensures the smooth delivery of services
Drives continuous improvement and innovation
Sustains strong financial performance with full P&L responsibility
Monitors the performance of key subcontractors ensuring the assets under our responsibility are maintained in accordance with expected standards and set life is optimised
CDM oversight and responsibility as the Principal Contractor if required
Health & Safety planning and auditing
Ensure compliance with Company Policies and Procedures
Supply chain development and management for the site

Health, Safety, Quality and the Environment

Develops and maintains a behavioral Health and Safety culture throughout the project.
Shares best practice across the wider business
Ensures all sites are operating and audited (by the SHEQ and compliance team) in line with the BMS and Local operating procedures
Carries out regular behavioral Health and Safety coaching at site level.

Commercial, Finance & Contract Delivery

Develops challenging but achievable budgets for the operations including profit improvement plans for the project.
Ensures financial and operational compliance in line with annual budgets set.
Works as part of the Senior Leadership Team responsible for developing an efficient organisational structure, strategy setting, client relationship building, business development and project management.
Ensures effective working relationships are enhanced with key stakeholders by regularly exceeding the standard of work delivered and delivering leadership to the contract managers across the project
Grows business reputation and longer-term business opportunities through effective client relationship management and customer service excellence

What can we offer you?

On offer is a competitive salary, car or car allowance, bonus and benefits package, which includes;

25 days annual leave (+ public holidays)
Life Cover equivalent to 3x times annual salary
Employee discount shopping schemes on major brands and retailers
Gym membership discounts
Cycle to work scheme
Holiday purchase scheme
2 corporate social responsibility days per year
Broad range of learning opportunities, such as professional qualifications, collective/individual training, and personalized support programmes
Attractive Employee Referral Rewards Scheme
Access to our growing employee networks including AccessAbility (representing those with physical and mental disabilities), Encompass (representing the LGBTQ+ community), RISE (representing people from ethnic backgrounds), WOMEN TOGETHER (representing women in Equans), Working Parents, and Young Professionals.
24/7 Employee Assistance Program and access to mental wellbeing app

Who are we looking for?

Experience of managing contract finances including P&Ls, WIP, etc.
Significant experience operating at a senior level delivering contract services
Experience of performance related contracts and management systems
Good presentation, influencing and motivation skills, with experience of managing a team
Able to ensure contractual and legislative compliance
Significant experience operating at a senior level delivering contract services and excel in relationship management.
Excellent commercial and financial acumen
Experience of performance related contracts and management systems
Good presentation, influencing and motivation skills, with experience of managing a team
Strong IT skills and competent with Microsoft Office packages including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint

Who are we?

Equans is a world leader in energy services with nearly 100,000 employees working in more than 50 countries, with an annual turnover of over 17 billion euros.

Equans is a Bouygues group company.

What's next?

If this role is of interest to you, please click below to register, apply, and track your progress! A member of our Resourcing Team will review your application and be in touch.

The Equans Resourcing Team supports this job advert. Agency involvement is not required. All related enquiries must come to the resourcing team not direct to Equans Managers.

Soft Services Manager

Equans is looking for a Soft Services Manager to join our team on a permanent basis. This is a full-time role working 37.5 hours per week. On offer is a competitive salary, company vehicle or allowance, bonus and benefits package.

This is a national role, travel is required.

Reporting to the Operations Director, the Soft Services SME will lead on ensuring a consistent approach is applied to the delivery of Soft Services across the contract, through the design and continuous improvement of the soft services delivery programme. The role will be responsible for the development of the business case and to support the Regional Teams to meet contract deliverables and achieve SLA’s. As the main point of contact for HMCTS Head of Soft Services, they will ensure effective business relationships are established and maintained with all key stakeholders, customers, partners, contractors and other third parties to deliver first class services.

The post holder plays a critical part in interacting with and supporting the Regional Management teams to ensure successful delivery of Soft Services across the estate, management of the supply chain including grounds maintenance and be the SME for driving improvements in productivity and quality.

The post holder will lead the design and delivery of soft services, inclusive of the management of the performance of the national soft services contract as well as subcontractors totalling £4 million across the following activities:

Reactive Cleaning
Integral barrier Mats
External Window Cleaning
Internal Window Cleaning
Pest Control
Gutter Cleaning
Snow & Ice Clearance
Grounds Maintenance Services
Tree Maintenance & Surgery
Waste

What will you deliver?

Report to the senior leadership team on a monthly basis on a programme of improvement in soft services
Support the wider ETS South business with soft services improvements
Chair a network of soft services individuals for cross fertilisation of soft services innovations
Engaging with the operational team and other stakeholders in a proactive manner in order to lead the management of the National Soft Services contract made up of over 1200 staff
Lead and finalise a proposal to deliver mobile cleaning teams in support of covering absence within each region, in addition to reviewing cleaning equipment, bins and cleaning hours
Deliver a development strategy of BICS Level 1 training programme across the contract
Liaise with Waste sub-contractors to develop waste minimisation plans and reduction of waste to landfill and report to senior management
Provide a client facing training programme for waste minimisation
Support the Energy Manager in the creation and management of the Sustainability Management plan, identifying opportunities with the supply chain
Update and develop cleaning task cards
Develop the use of Ezi-tracker and support the Soft Services Co-ordinator to improve exceptions with Facilities Supervisors
Monitor financial performance against the budgets for consumables and materials at site level
Identify requirements for cleaning equipment, support the Procurement Manager on governance approval and manage subsequent roll out
Undertake routine audits of self-delivery and subcontracted performance
Support bid & tender exercises for additional work
Identify opportunities for continuous improvement
Act as the social value champion for the contract
Build effective relationships with Equans subject matter experts to achieve synergies across contract boundaries
Manage client relationships

What can we offer you?

On offer is a competitive salary, car or car allowance, bonus and benefits package, which includes;

25 days annual leave (+ public holidays)
Life Cover equivalent to 2 times annual salary
Employee discount shopping schemes on major brands and retailers
Gym membership discounts
Cycle to work scheme
Holiday purchase scheme
2 corporate social responsibility days per year
Broad range of learning opportunities, such as professional qualifications, collective/individual training, and personalized support programmes
Attractive Employee Referral Rewards Scheme
Access to our growing employee networks including AccessAbility (representing those with physical and mental disabilities), Encompass (representing the LGBTQ+ community), RISE (representing people from ethnic backgrounds), WOMEN TOGETHER (representing women in Equans), Working Parents, and Young Professionals.
24/7 Employee Assistance Program and access to mental wellbeing app

Who are we looking for?

Degree in Facilities Management, Business, Engineering or other relevant degree
BICS – Assessor and up to level three
Demonstrate effective Customer Relationship Management through excellent communication skills, and the ability to communicate effectively including presentation skills, and interpersonal skills
Excellent communication skills for reporting internally
Experienced Soft Services/Facilities Management Practitioner with previous experience working on Cleaning Quality standards and processes
Experience of managing large multi-site soft service contracts, with cleaning subject matter expertise
Demonstrable experience of dealing with clients and stakeholders and be able to work effectively in a high-pressure environment
Commercial and financial awareness with proven knowledge of budgetary control
Understanding of internal / external stakeholders & partners and their requirements
Excellent motivation and influencing skills with a proactive approach
Ability to plan, prioritise and allocate work
Self-disciplined and able to work on own initiative
Flexible and adaptable approach to work
Preferably Ezi-tracker experience, however job specific training can be provided

Who are we?

Equans is a world leader in energy services with nearly 100,000 employees working in more than 50 countries, with an annual turnover of over 17 billion euros.

Equans is a Bouygues group company.

What's next?

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The Equans Resourcing Team supports this job advert. Agency involvement is not required. All related enquiries must come to the resourcing team not direct to Equans Managers.

Procurement Manager

Equans is looking for a Procurement Manager to join our team in the Midlands on a permanent basis. This is a full-time role working 37.5 hours per week. On offer is a competitive salary, bonus and benefits package.

The role of the Procurement Manager is to be responsible for maximising delivered financial value and enhancing visibility and perception of Procurement within Equans

This would be measured by successfully and smoothly implementing new supplier contracts and delivering ongoing value and savings in line with the Procurement Policy.

Procurement Managers are assigned to a specific Operating Unit within Equans Public Sector division, where they must establish excellent working relationships with multiple contracts across a number of sites.

Role base - Midlands sites

What will you deliver?

Consistent and professional Procurement services to internal customers
Delivering value (including bottom line savings) on an ongoing basis, meeting specific in-year targets whilst proactively looking for new opportunities.
Engaging with internal Stakeholders to understand the requirement and support in delivering Procurement solutions that match these.
Be a driver in raising the visibility and perception of Procurement.
Managing suppliers who deliver services that are specific to the Business Unit and sourcing new suppliers who are best able to meet the needs of the Business, ensuring best value, fitness for purpose, risk reduction and a quality service to the end customer.
Identify opportunities to deliver value by alignment with our Category approach and manage the successful delivery and transparent reporting of deliverables.
Identifying innovation for delivery to our end customers.
Streamlining procurement processes and procedures.
Delivering and exceeding on our sustainability commitments.
Deliver procurement and commercial support across the business to drive profit improvement with a strong focus on optimised best business practice, fiscal performance, risk management and compliance.
Collaborative flexible approach and close working relationships with other procurement team members, including category across the UKBU and wider procurement group is essential.

What can we offer you?

On offer is a competitive salary, bonus and benefits package, which includes;

25 days annual leave (+ public holidays)
Life Cover equivalent to 2x times annual salary
Employee discount shopping schemes on major brands and retailers
Gym membership discounts
Cycle to work scheme
Holiday purchase scheme
2 corporate social responsibility days per year
Broad range of learning opportunities, such as professional qualifications, collective/individual training, and personalized support programmes
Attractive Employee Referral Rewards Scheme
Access to our growing employee networks including AccessAbility (representing those with physical and mental disabilities), Encompass (representing the LGBTQ+ community), RISE (representing people from ethnic backgrounds), WOMEN TOGETHER (representing women in Equans), Working Parents, and Young Professionals.
24/7 Employee Assistance Program and access to mental wellbeing app

Who are we looking for?

Experience of similar multi stakeholder organisations/roles
Suitable procurement, commercial and or financial / accounting or QS experience within a similar industry sector
Understanding and practical application of base UK law applicable to Commercial / contracts.
Excellent communicator with the ability to tailor approach based on the audience
Financial acumen with an ability to analyse data and documentation with accuracy
Skilled negotiator with proven experience in a procurement / commercial environment
PC Literate with knowledge of MS applications e.g. Word, Excel
Able to Realise savings as per annual fiscal plan and other value that supports the growth and profitability of the company

Who are we?

Equans is a world leader in energy services with nearly 100,000 employees working in more than 50 countries, with an annual turnover of over 17 billion euros.

Equans is a Bouygues group company.

What's next?

If this role is of interest to you, please click below to register, apply, and track your progress! A member of our Resourcing Team will review your application and be in touch.

The Equans Resourcing Team supports this job advert. Agency involvement is not required. All related enquiries must come to the resourcing team not direct to Equans Managers.

Engineering Manager - Planned Maintenance

Equans is looking for an Engineering Manager - Planned Maintenance to join our team at Queen Alexandra Hospital in Portsmouth, PO6 3LY on a permanent basis. This is a full time role working 37.5 hours per week. On offer is a salary banding of £53,000 - £55,000 per annum dependent upon skills and experience. In addition you will receive an excellent benefits package.

What will you deliver?

Maintain and develop Statutory/Mandatory compliant systems to support the delivery of a professional Hard Facilities Management function at the Queen Alexandra Hospital, to ensure compliance with the Contract, relevant legislation, regulations, and codes of practice.
Coordinate and plan remedial repairs by contractors and site staff which require parts or services with lead times.
Give technical support to Control Room staff in the correct allocation of Planned Maintenance Tasks to appropriately qualified engineering staff or sub-contractors.
Responsible for ensuring full contractual compliance for availability of assets which will include the development of appropriate maintenance strategies and the undertaking of all planned work, liaise with Technical and Compliance Manager
To plan and deliver all statutory, mandatory, and preventative maintenance.
Plan annual inspections and audits for statutory compliance, quality assurance, and Joint Trust audits.
Develop and maintain the 5-year Asset Life Cycle replacement plan for agreement with THC.
The post holder shall perform AP duties for which they are suitably experienced, qualified, or trained and appointed.
This list isn't exhaustive of all duties, a full Job Description can be provided.

What can we offer you?

On offer is salary banding of £53,000 - £55,000 per annum dependent upon skills and experience. In addition you will receive an excellent benefits package which includes;

24 days annual leave (+ public holidays)
Life Cover equivalent to 1.5 times annual salary
Employee discount shopping schemes on major brands and retailers
Gym membership discounts
Cycle to work scheme
Holiday purchase scheme
2 corporate social responsibility days per year
Broad range of learning opportunities, such as professional qualifications, collective/individual training, and personalized support programmes
Attractive Employee Referral Rewards Scheme
Access to our growing employee networks including AccessAbility (representing those with physical and mental disabilities), Encompass (representing the LGBTQ+ community), RISE (representing people from ethnic backgrounds), WOMEN TOGETHER (representing women in Equans), Working Parents, and Young Professionals.
24/7 Employee Assistance Program and access to mental wellbeing app

Who are we looking for?

Educated to HNC or ONC level in Building Services or Engineering related discipline.
IOSH Managing Safely and / or NEBOSH Certificate
Training in an engineering/building related environment preferred but job holder must be able to demonstrate achievement in areas associated with the healthcare environment. Proven experience in engineering staff and supply-chain management
Good knowledge of H&S Legislation
Experience of building maintenance and systems
Excellent computer skills including data base, spreadsheet, and presentation applications.

This role includes a DBS standard check therefore ability to pass is essential.

Who are we?

Equans is a world leader in energy services with nearly 100,000 employees working in more than 50 countries, with an annual turnover of over 17 billion euros.

Equans is a Bouygues group company.

What's next?

If this role is of interest to you, please click below to register, apply, and track your progress! A member of our Resourcing Team will review your application and be in touch.

(ENGENG)

The Equans Resourcing Team supports this job advert. Agency involvement is not required. All related enquiries must come to the resourcing team not direct to Equans Managers.

Head of Project and Estates

Equans is looking for a Head of Project and Estates to join our team at Queen Alexandra Hospital in Portsmouth on a permanent basis. This is a full-time role working 37.5 hours per week. On offer is a competitive salary, company vehicle or allowance, bonus and benefits package.

This is an onsite role.

The post holder will report into the Account Director and is expected to provide senior leadership to the technical service delivery for this large acute hospital site including operational delivery along with the delivery of projects. The operational budget is approximately £11m, and the expected spend on projects is in the region of £8m plus.

The post holder will lead the technical compliance and assurance function, and the senior operations management team, as well as senior project managers, 1 small works manager. In total there are 17 managers/supervisors in the team with a further 80 people below them. The post holder will be expected to demonstrate a focus on the delivery of excellence and efficiency to help the already successful team continue to improve and deliver.

We are looking for someone with previous experience of operating at a senior level within operational teams, and ideally have experience of managing technical services in a healthcare environment, understanding HBN’s and HTM’s. Excellent customer service with the ability to negotiate with, and manage, senior stakeholders in the client organisations to ensure that our service delivery is within the scope of our contract and that operational efficiencies and effectiveness is maintained.

What will you deliver?

Positively contribute to the performance, growth and profitability of the business always acting as a champion for customer care
Implement and maintain company safety procedures throughout the development process to ensure minimal risk to personnel. To lead and complete the contract compliance, and effective delivery of the Technical Hard Service Facilities Management provision
Support the engineering team for the contract
Deliver value for money and ensure the agreed net profit percentage is made on all ‘Projects’ and workstreams
Ensure all project work activities (capital, lifecycle, major works) are carried out safely and in accordance with statutory and corporate regulations and legislation, Healthcare Standards and Specifications, Total Project Management, ensuring all ‘Projects’ are managed, operated and completed with uncompromised efficiency, on time and to budget
Work with the clients and the Project management teams to maximise the opportunities that arise from the redevelopment, variation, and lifecycle projects to deliver excellent outcomes for all parties
Liaise with all relevant parties involved with ‘Projects’, including working with the Client to interpret and develop a brief/scope of works in order achieving sign off prior to pipeline works commencement, planning, during the works and through to completion
Develop a contract specific plan for works (including design, procurement, PPP pack review and sign off, works/construction, commissioning, training etc) for the ‘Project’ to ensure the completion date is achieved and without incident
Ensure that the Company and on-site processes ensuring all relevant documentation is prepared/completed for our governance process including the provision of costs, programmes, risk analysis, PPP works documentation etc. if processes are not developed/in place this role is responsible for their design and implementation
Carry out ‘Project’ review meetings in line with Project Management good practice
Ensure all Construction Design Management (CDM) regulations are followed where appropriate and ensure all company paperwork relevant to this is completed
Liaise and coordinate with EQUANS Operational colleagues, sub-contractors and other Partners such that FM services are seen as a seamless service delivery
To provide professional technical advice and support to the contract team
To ensure that the engineering services meet to a high standard and in full compliance with all statutory, mandatory, and contractual requirements

What can we offer you?

On offer is a competitive salary, car or car allowance, bonus and benefits package, which includes;

25 days annual leave (+ public holidays)
Life Cover equivalent to 2 times annual salary
Employee discount shopping schemes on major brands and retailers
Gym membership discounts
Cycle to work scheme
Holiday purchase scheme
2 corporate social responsibility days per year
Broad range of learning opportunities, such as professional qualifications, collective/individual training, and personalized support programmes
Attractive Employee Referral Rewards Scheme
Access to our growing employee networks including AccessAbility (representing those with physical and mental disabilities), Encompass (representing the LGBTQ+ community), RISE (representing people from ethnic backgrounds), WOMEN TOGETHER (representing women in Equans), Working Parents, and Young Professionals.
24/7 Employee Assistance Program and access to mental wellbeing app

Who are we looking for?

Educated to degree level or equivalent through experience in a relevant discipline
Demonstrable & varied experience in construction related client-side project management or operational delivery
Experience of healthcare service delivery at a senior level
Thorough understanding of the principles of project management for construction
Facilities Management experience
Good Health & Safety knowledge

Who are we?

Equans is a world leader in energy services with nearly 100,000 employees working in more than 50 countries, with an annual turnover of over 17 billion euros.

Equans is a Bouygues group company.

What's next?

If this role is of interest to you, please click below to register, apply, and track your progress! A member of our Resourcing Team will review your application and be in touch.

The Equans Resourcing Team supports this job advert. Agency involvement is not required. All related enquiries must come to the resourcing team not direct to Equans Managers.