Hard Services Manager
Heysham 2 Power Station
Permanent | Full-Time | 37.5 Hours per Week
Competitive Salary + Excellent Benefits Package
Dalkia UK is seeking an experienced and driven Hard Services Manager to lead the delivery of critical engineering and facilities services at Heysham 2 Power Station.
This is a key leadership role within a highly regulated environment, responsible for ensuring the safe, compliant, and efficient operation of all hard services across site. Working in partnership with EDF Energy and operational stakeholders, you’ll lead a skilled team while driving technical excellence, compliance, performance, and continuous improvement.
This opportunity would suit an experienced facilities or engineering leader with a strong background in hard FM, technical services, or industrial operations who thrives in safety-critical environments.
The Role
As Hard Services Manager, you will provide strategic and operational leadership across all engineering and building infrastructure services on site. You’ll be accountable for maintaining the highest standards of safety, compliance, reliability, and customer service while ensuring contractual and commercial objectives are achieved.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead, motivate, and develop the Hard Services team, promoting a culture of safety, accountability, and high performance
* Oversee the delivery of Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM), reactive maintenance, and lifecycle activities across mechanical, electrical, and building fabric systems
* Ensure full statutory compliance across all hard services disciplines, including HVAC, electrical systems, fire safety, and associated infrastructure
* Act as the technical authority for engineering compliance, supporting adherence to nuclear site standards, HSE legislation, and quality procedures
* Manage specialist subcontractors and Tier 2 suppliers, ensuring all works are completed safely, professionally, and in accordance with site procedures
* Monitor and drive performance against contractual KPIs and service level agreements
* Identify and implement continuous improvement initiatives to enhance operational efficiency, reliability, and asset performance
* Maintain effective communication with client representatives, operational teams, and senior stakeholders across the contract
* Manage budgets, forecasting, and commercial performance to ensure cost-effective service delivery
* Support audits, reporting requirements, and compliance reviews within a highly regulated environment
About You
We’re looking for a confident and technically capable leader with a strong understanding of hard services delivery and operational management.
Essential Skills & Experience
* Proven experience managing engineering or hard services operations within a facilities management, industrial, utilities, manufacturing, or critical environment
* Strong leadership skills with the ability to inspire, develop, and manage high-performing teams
* Electrical or Mechanical qualification (or equivalent technical background)
* Sound knowledge of statutory compliance, health & safety legislation, and safe systems of work
* Commercial awareness with experience managing budgets and operational performance
* Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
* Strong organisational, planning, and problem-solving abilities
* A proactive and solutions-focused approach with a commitment to continuous improvement
What We Offer
At Dalkia UK, we recognise the importance of supporting our people both professionally and personally. In return, we offer:
* Competitive salary
* Generous holiday allowance
* Excellent pension contributions
* Flexible benefits package, including retail discounts and electric vehicle scheme (subject to eligibility)
* Health and wellbeing support
* Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
* Employee recognition and referral schemes
* Opportunities for ongoing development and career progression
Diversity & Inclusion
At Dalkia UK, we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels respected, supported, and able to thrive. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and are happy to discuss any reasonable adjustments required throughout the recruitment process.