HVAC Contract Manager
17 days ago
Wakefield
Job Title: HVAC Contracts Manager Location: Wakefield Salary: £60,000 + car allowance (£6,500) Contract: Full time, permanent The Role We are seeking an experienced Mechanical Facilities Contracts Manager to lead the delivery of mechanical maintenance services across a hospitality-focused estate. Based in Wakefield the role involves managing a dedicated on-site teams The Mechanical Facilities Contracts Manager will be responsible for operational performance, statutory compliance, team leadership, financial control, and client satisfaction across the contract. Key Responsibilities: Leadership & Team Management Directly manage a team of HVAC engineers, gas and AC.2 Lead performance management, training plans, and competency development Manage resource planning, scheduling, overtime, and absence Foster a positive, safety-first, and performance-driven culture Operational Delivery Oversee PPMs, reactive maintenance, statutory testing, and minor mechanical works Ensure effective maintenance of heating plant, gas systems, ventilation, AHUs, cellar cooling, refrigeration, and air conditioning Provide technical support and escalation for complex faults Drive reliability, uptime, and service quality across the estate Compliance & Health & Safety Ensure full compliance with Gas Safe, F-Gas, HVAC, and mechanical safety legislation Maintain all statutory records, certification, and compliance documentation Review RAMS, permits to work, and safe systems of work Deliver toolbox talks and promote best-practice H&S standards Client & Commercial Management Act as the primary mechanical services contact for the contract Build strong relationships with client stakeholders and site teams Produce performance reports and asset insights Manage mechanical budgets, costs, and contractor spend Validate quotations, approve invoices, and identify cost-saving opportunities Support revenue growth, margin improvement, and lifecycle planning Continuous Improvement Analyse CAFM data to reduce reactive works and improve asset condition Support innovation across HVAC and mechanical services Contribute to system upgrades, refurbishments, and asset replacement programmes Key Requirements: Proven experience in a Mechanical FM Contracts Manager, Mechanical Services Manager, or Senior Mechanical Engineer role Strong technical expertise in heating and gas systems Experience managing Gas / Heating and AC Engineers or HVAC teams Excellent understanding of statutory compliance (Gas Safe, F-Gas, HVAC) Strong client-facing and commercial skills Experience managing PPMs, reactive maintenance, and quoted works Confident people manager with strong organisational skills Full UK driving licence Apply today or email (url removed) for further details