Assistant Energy and Facilities Manager

ABOUT US

Parkwood Leisure is one of the UK's leading operators of publicly owned leisure facilities. We’re a company that’s proud to deliver a first-class service to each of the facilities we manage.

JOB DESCRIPTION

We are seeking a proactive and knowledgeable Assistant Energy and Facilities Manager to support the maintenance, energy efficiency, and sustainability of our leisure facilities. This role will involve collaborating with internal teams and external contractors to optimise plant operations, improve energy efficiency, and ensure compliance with maintenance standards.

Objectives for the Assistant Energy and Facilities Manager will be:

• Support on the implementation of remote visibility and management of BMS for all leisure centre buildings

• Maintain robust records of statutory compliance tasks, planned preventative maintenance tasks, reactive maintenance tasks directly overseen by the role

• Assist site teams with the management of all contracts for technical aspects of mechanical and electrical contracts across the business

• Where remedial actions are required, work with site teams to ensure works are implemented as required, including assistance with the development of financial business cases where required

• Assist with the management of energy efficiency initiatives and programmes across the portfolio

• To liaise with the Project Managers and Regional Directors responsible for lifecycle and upgrade programmes across Parkwood Leisure, assisting with the implementation of works packages and contracts as required

• Assist with the implementation of the business’ specification for efficient use and maintenance of Building Management Systems (BMS) across all sites

• Take responsibility for the monitoring of KPIs on BMS service contracts, ensuring contractual requirements are met

• Communicate with the site's management teams on all works and maintenance directly overseen by the role

• To work with the Energy Manager and Energy Facilities Manager to produce and maintain standard specifications for equipment replacement/planned works

• Conduct site audits/surveys to identify and report upon energy inefficiencies, and then to produce business cases in support of energy efficient equipment.

• To take the advisory role in maintaining the operation of equipment which impacts energy efficiency across all sites

• Work with contractors to develop scopes of work for projects and obtain value for money quotations

• Manage projects from conception through to practical completion, ensuring required documentation is obtained and filed

• Measure and verify project savings against business case predictions

• To liaise with site and contract managers to ensure any technical issues are overcome

• Undertake any other duties as may be required by the Energy Services Facilities Manager to ensure that maintenance and repair of sites contribute to the overall energy efficiency of the building

Qualifications and skills:

Essential:

• Must be eligible to work in the UK.

• Must live within a commutable distance of our Head office in Droitwich, Worcestershire.

• Full UK Driver’s Licence as the role will require travel throughout the UK

• Good working knowledge and experience of Building Management Systems (BMS), Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning Plant (HVAC) within a commercial setting.

• Must have a basic understanding of energy management

Desirable:

• Level 3 Qualification in a Mechanical/Electrical discipline.

• Worked within a Facilities Management or Building Services environment.

• Membership to a professional industry body

• Experience of managing small projects

Personal attributes:

• Must be able to gain acceptance and respect from clients and the teams involved

• Must be able to build and maintain strong relationships with customers, clients and employees

• Must be able to communicate at different levels of the organisation, both listen and direct

• Must be able to meet the demands of the role by working flexible/additional hours when required

• Self-motivated with the ability to prioritise tasks and meet deadlines

BENEFITS:

• Salary £30,000 - £40,000 depending on skills, and experience

• Hybrid working

• 20 days’ paid annual leave per year plus bank holidays

• Free gym membership for you and a nominated person

• A range of free or discounted health and well being products and services

• Employee discount portal

• Cycle to Work scheme

• Pension scheme

• Company sick pay

• Career progression

• Training and development

We are proud to be Equal Opportunity Employers that are committed to inclusion and diversity. If you are interested in applying for this role, we suggest that you do so at the earliest opportunity to avoid disappointment as interviews will be held throughout the process. Please note that if you have not received correspondence within 21 days then please assume your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion.