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Job overview

We are seeking a skilled Technical Engineering Manager to join our team. 

In this role, you will collaborate with the Associate Director of Estates to ensure compliance with regulations and implement high engineering standards.  You will have a strong technical background with in-depth knowledge and expertise in the relevant field of engineering. You should possess project management experience, stay updated on industry trends and best practices, and have a proven track record of aligning technical strategies with organisational goals. Your ability to review maintenance schedules, provide technical guidance, foster collaboration among engineers, and promote a strong safety culture will be essential in this role.

You will have strong communication and analytical skills, knowledge of Health and Safety regulations, and experience in Electrical / Mechanical engineering.

There will be some travelling required across our five sites, therefore a driving license is essential. 

Main duties of the job

Key Responsibilities: 

• Resolve engineering issues within a project or maintenance task, answer technical queries, produce technical reports, appraise mechanical and electrical proposals prior to installation and review mechanical and electrical installations once built.
• Oversee and manage engineering projects from conception to completion, ensuring adherence to timelines, budgets, and quality standards.
• Implement a technical strategy aligned with the organisation's goals and objectives. Identify technology trends and advancements that can enhance engineering processes and outcomes.
• Review Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) schedules for technical compliance, assist in the production of tender documents for works packages and major projects
• Provide technical guidance and expertise in the analysis of engineering projects. Ensure that designs meet functional requirements, safety standards, and regulatory compliance.
• Develop and implement technical strategies for emergency preparedness and response, including disaster recovery plans, backup systems, and contingency protocols. Ensure that critical healthcare systems remain operational during emergencies
• Develop, implement and review life cycle analysis plans against assets to ISO 14040 and 14044. 

Who we are looking for: 

• An experienced engineer with highly developed ,advanced technical knowledge of complex  engineering systems ideally within a hospital setting. 
• A professional membership in CIBSE, IET, IMechE, MSOE, IHEEM, or similar is essential. 
• A strong communicator with experience of presenting technical issues  to senior management

Working for our organisation

As a business we take pride in providing excellent support to our employees, our customers and their patients, pulling together as one team to care and find solutions that make a difference for those we support.

You will get a benefits package including:

• Salary – £50 - £55k per annum and dependant on experience
• 26 days holiday increasing to 28 after 3 years + bank holidays
• Contribution to relevant professional memberships
• Opportunity to buy or sell up to 10 days annual leave
• Company Pension
• Onsite childcare facilities
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Employee Assistant Programme with Health Assured
• Life Assurance scheme

2gether Support Solutions is an Arm’s Length Body which is fully owned by the East Kent Foundation Health Trust. The business plays an important part in the delivery of vital services across the hospitals within the region. As an equal opportunity employer, we are fully committed to ensuring equality, diversity and inclusion and the elimination of unlawful and unfair discrimination. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and abilities to encourage a diverse and inclusive workforce representing our local communities.