Hard Services Manager

CBRE Enterprise EMEA
Melton Mowbray, Leicestershire, LE13 1XD, United Kingdom
Last week
Posted
30 Apr 2026 (Last week)

CBRE Global Workplace Solutions is a leading global provider of integrated facilities and corporate real estate management. We are recruiting a Hard Services Manager for our site in Melton Mowbray.

The successful candidate will be the campus point of contact responsible for all technical service delivery on behalf of CBRE GWS. They will be responsible for the effective execution of control processes around maintenance work (planned, corrective and reactive). Provide personal leadership and effective management for a wide range of hard engineering services and ensure compliance with Statutory law, CBRE GWS and Mars UK quality procedures, while also supporting external and internal audits from a Technical Compliance perspective as required.

Role Summary:

· Ensure Mars UK Waltham's services are delivered in compliance with legislative, client and CBRE health, safety and environmental programmes

· Act as the Hard Services point of contact for all in / out of scope technical activities and provide technical support across a wide spectrum of industrial technical services, to the CBRE team and client.

· Carry out the assessment and authorisation of technicians on the contract for non complex low voltage as and when required determined by new starters or time served refresher training.

· Manage a small team of technicians to deliver Hard services utilising CBRE employed resource (self-perform). Be a driver in maximising the volume of work that is self-performed.

· Manage specialist subcontractors where required, ensuring work is carried out in compliance with legislative, client and CBRE health, safety and environmental programmes

· Be the Maintenance Excellence Champion for the campus, driving continuous improvement in technical service delivery wherever possible

· Assist in providing solutions and associated quotations for small project works that fall within a Technical/Specialist remit.

· Identify potential business opportunities for increased scope and additional services.

· Manage the technical service delivery across the campus

· Assist in conducting incident reviews and Root Cause Analysis, Site Stand Downs and drive consequence Management for all incidents in conjunction with the QHSE team.

· Manage Life Cycle Assessment and Capital Planning Process working closely with the account management team and Global Asset Management Director.

· Undertake technical assessments for new change control requests, in line with Mars UK Engineering requirements

· Manage the asset registration process into site CMMS systems, along with the updating and maintenance and operation of the Waltham CMMS system

· Be the go-to assessor for training requirements for newly installed assets.

Qualifications / Competencies Required:

· Engineering Apprenticeship

· Recognised Level 3 Qualification in Mechanical & Electrical Engineering or similar

· Qualified Approved Electrician or Mechanical engineer with appropriate qualifications

· Recognised Water/Legionella Management qualification

· Strong knowledge of Health & Safety compliance with a recognised H&S qualification

· Building Management Systems experience

Why CBRE

When you join CBRE, you become part of the global leader in commercial real estate services and investment that helps businesses and people thrive. We are dynamic problem solvers and forward-thinking professionals who create significant impact. Our collaborative culture is built on our shared values - respect, integrity, service and excellence - and we value the diverse perspectives, backgrounds and skillsets of our people. At CBRE, you can chart your own course and realize your potential. We welcome all applicants.

Applicant AI Use Disclosure

We value human interaction to understand each candidate's unique experience, skills and aspirations. We do not use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to make hiring decisions, and we ask that candidates disclose any use of AI in the application and interview process.

Our Values

RESPECT: We act with consideration for others' ideas and share information openly to inspire trust and encourage collaboration

INTEGRITY: No one individual, no one deal, no one client, is bigger than our commitment to our company and what we stand for

SERVICE: We approach our clients challenges with enthusiasm and diligence, building long-term relationships by connecting the right people, capital and opportunities

EXCELLENCE: We focus relentlessly on creating winning outcomes for our clients, employees and shareholdersAbout CBRE Global Workplace Solutions:

As one of CBRE's core global businesses, Global Workplace Solutions (GWS) provides end-to-end services to occupier clients across the entire lifecycle of a building. Our teams help companies improve their operations and reduce costs, through expert facilities management, project management, real estate and energy and sustainability services. Our dedicated teams work across all industries, and support clients ranging from global Fortune 500 companies to single, iconic buildings.

CBRE Group, Inc. is the world's largest commercial real estate services and investment firm, with 2019 revenues of $23.9 billion and more than 100,000 employees (excluding affiliate offices). CBRE has been included on the Fortune 500 since 2008, ranking #128 in 2020. It also has been voted the industry's top brand by the Lipsey Company for 19 consecutive years and has been named one of Fortune's "Most Admired Companies" for eight years in a row, including being ranked number one in the real estate sector in 2020, for the second consecutive year. Its shares trade on the New York Stock Exchange under the symbol "CBRE."

Application Process:

Your application will be reviewed by our Talent Resourcing Team, and you will be contacted if you have been successful in being short listed for the role.

Taking into consideration the costs of sponsorship, the nature of the role and the financial resources of the account in question, we are unable to offer sponsorship for this role.

No agencies please.

Please note: the job title shown above may be different to local job titles used in our business and issued on any contract of employment.

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