Assistant engineering manager

Job Description

Catch 22 are currently recruiting for an Assistant Engineering Manager to join a leading facilities management organisation on a key account in Central London. This role will support the delivery of all mechanical and electrical operations across a site or portfolio, ensuring high standards of maintenance, compliance, and client satisfaction.

Key Responsibilities:

• Supervise and develop an engineering team, including performance management and training
• Coordinate daily activities, schedules, and resource allocation
• Oversee maintenance operations, contractors, and subcontractors
• Support delivery of planned and reactive maintenance programmes
• Manage asset systems and ensure compliance with engineering standards
• Assist with budgeting, cost control, and performance reporting (KPIs)
• Build strong client relationships and support operational improvements
• Drive continuous improvement and ensure high service delivery standards

About You:

• 3-5 years' experience within a similar engineering or FM environment
• Relevant qualifications or degree (preferred)
• Professional membership (e.g. CIBSE/IEE) desirable
• Strong leadership and team management skills
• Experience managing contractors and maintenance operations
• Excellent communication and client-facing ability
• Organised with strong IT skills (MS Office)

In return our client is offering a salary of £70,000 per annum plus £5100 car allowance and up to 8% bonus. 

This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious engineering professional to step into a leadership role within a well-established organisation.