About this role
We are looking for an experienced Contract Manager to join our team. Reporting to the Technical Services Director, you will play a critical role within the Engineering Team, overseeing the safe and effective delivery of maintenance and project activities across corporate and data centre environments. You will be responsible for ensuring compliance, safety, and technical excellence, providing expert guidance on HV and LV electrical systems, driving subcontractor performance, ensuring maintenance is delivered in line with SFG20 standards, maintaining high-quality engineering records, and leading the timely closure of actions arising from internal and external audits. This is an excellent opportunity for a strong technical leader with a passion for operational excellence and continuous improvement. Join Sodexo and be part of something greater. You belong in a team where you can act with purpose and thrive in your own way. For more information on Sodexo Careers please visit Sodexo Careers Main Responsibilities Deliver technical excellence, having oversight and control of relevant equipment and systems enabling client operations and ensuring the required levels of technical and statutory compliance. Ensure Sodexo Engineering standards are maintained, updating operating procedures and risks assessments as required. Being part of an escalation response procedure in the event of emergencies requiring technical support including ‘out of hours’ as appropriate. Ensure safe working practices are maintained at all times, by Sodexo and its contractors, by correct use of Safe Systems of Work, including RAMS, LOTO, etc. Collaborate with relevant stakeholders to foster positive and constructive relationships to deliver technical services. Provide technical advice and guidance on operational issues affecting OPEX and CAPEX spend. Initiate and lead investigations are appropriate. Maximise operational availability of equipment, plant and systems. Please see attached job description for further information regarding the role requirements The Ideal Candidate Engineering competence with at least NVQ level 4 or equivalent qualifications in a relevant technical subject Demonstrated engineering skills, with knowledge of engineering compliance, maintenance management and engineering standards best practice. Demonstrated ability to prioritise and problem-solving technical issues, often under pressure, utilising innovative solutions as required. Demonstrated people management experience aligned to comply with health and safety standards and safe systems of work. Demonstrate understanding of current and changing legislation and best practice area of discipline. Demonstrated customer services experience and interpersonal skills, especially that associated with Corporate Segment clients. IT skills using Microsoft Office applications and Computerised Maintenance Management Systems, experience of Maximo is desirable.