Equans is a renowned energies & services contractor and a proud member of the Bouygues global industrial group. Our expertise spans the design, construction, and maintenance of buildings and critical infrastructure worldwide. We currently have an exciting opportunity for an Operations Manager (Hard FM) to join our Facilities Management team based on our PFI hospital contract at Southmead Hospital in Bristol. This is a permanent full-time position working 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday. The role: Reporting to the Head of Estates Manage cost effectively the directly employed and outsourced labour resources and assets required to deliver a compliant and high-quality service covering all M&E and Building Fabric disciplines. Responsible for the maintenance team to plan, organise and co-ordinate the Planned and Reactive Maintenance works and arrange appropriate shift cover with the support of the supervisors. Joint responsibility will extend to management and implementation of specialist service contracts together with the day-to-day performance of the service. Working 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday from 08:00 to 17:00. This may be subject to change depending on operational needs. The person: Must have significant experience in a similar role i.e. hard services FM background, ideally in a similar environment Will hold an industry qualification to ONC, HNC or have equivalent experience in either electrical or mechanical engineering Desirable to have held previous AP Duties – e.g. HV/LV, Vent, MGPS. Ability to manage workforce teams Strong knowledge in HR managed processes Previous small budget management; high level of commercial awareness Hold a minimum IOSH Health & Safety qualification Desirable to have healthcare experience and knowledge Our excellent benefits package includes: Generous holiday allowance Company share scheme 2 paid volunteering days a year Cycle to work scheme Season ticket loan Employee assistance programme Who are we? EQUANS is a world leader in energy services with nearly 100,000 employees working in more than 50 countries, with an annual turnover of over 17 billion euros. In the UK & Ireland, EQUANS is a provider of technical, FM, regeneration and energy services – with specialist capabilities in smart buildings, green mobility, district & embedded energy and decentralised renewables. EQUANS’ 13,500 UK & Ireland employees combine these activities to help businesses, public sector organisations and government to embrace the energy transition towards net zero, and also the digital & industrial transitions that are redesigning the way we move, work and live. EQUANS is a Bouygues group company. What’s next? If this role is of interest to you, please click below to register, apply, and track your progress A member of our Resourcing Team will review your application and be in touch. At Equans we’re committed to delivering a culture where everyone’s voice is heard and supported. We know the value a diverse workforce creates, delivering better results for our people, customers, and stakeholders. Diversity and inclusion is at the core of what we do, should you join Equans you’ll find a welcoming and open workplace where you’re supported and encouraged to be your true self at work. You’ll also have access to our growing employee networks including WiE (Women in Equans), RISE (BAME), LGBTQI, Working Parents, Veterans & Reservists, YPN (Young Professionals Network) and our Disability Network. For this role, you must have evidence of the right to work in the UK. Unfortunately, we are not able to offer a re-location package with this job role. Certain roles may require applicants to undergo a Disclosure check, as noted in the role requirements. The EQUANS Resourcing Team supports this job advert. Agency involvement is not required. All related enquiries must come to the resourcing team not direct to EQUANS Managers