Vanrath are delighted to be working we one of our leading Public Sector clients in their search for a M&E estates officer.
The position supports the Maintenance Team Manager, Building Surveyors, and Capital Project Officers in managing mechanical and electrical service contracts, maintenance needs, and capital projects. Collaboration with facility managers, property professionals, and direct labour officers ensures alignment with property objectives. Responsibilities include conducting mechanical and electrical condition surveys, developing maintenance plans, and promoting sustainability and energy efficiency.
The role maintains oversight of all electrical and mechanical installations, offering recommendations and technical support. It involves organizing maintenance programs, implementing service contracts, and ensuring installations meet high standards within budget constraints.
Provide technical advice on electrical and mechanical engineering services.
Assist with building condition surveys and make recommendations for maintenance.
Monitor the functioning of electrical and mechanical services in buildings.
Assist with water quality management and risk assessments.
Evaluate contractor reports and recommend actions for defects.
Project-manage minor mechanical and electrical works contracts.
Contribute to annual budgetary planning for maintenance services.
Act as a technical liaison for contractors and facility managers.
Coordinate with Building Maintenance teams for planned work.
Monitor quality, time, and cost parameters of maintenance projects.
Evaluate external contractors' health and safety information.
Provide project management expertise and supervise subcontractors.
Provide technical support and advice on structures and installations.
Institute of Mechanical Engineers;
Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers;
Chartered Institution of Building Services Engineers.
Carrying out mechanical and/or electrical condition survey work, preparing detailed specifications and schedules, tender briefs, prequalification questionnaires and evaluation methodologies;
Setting up, prioritising and managing mechanical and electrical service programmes of work;
Risk analysis and risk management;