Technical Contract Manager

  • Job Reference: 1356806
  • Date Posted: 30 July 2026
  • Recruiter: Other
  • Location: Burgess Hill
  • Salary: £50,000
  • Sector: Other
  • Job Type: Permanent
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Job Description

Technical Manager (Leisure Facilities)
Location: Flexible / Site Based
Job Type: Full Time
Sector: Leisure & Facilities Management

An established leisure facilities operator is seeking a hands-on Technical Manager to support the delivery of maintenance and hard facilities management services across leisure centres.

This is an excellent opportunity for a technically qualified professional with mechanical, electrical, or building services experience who enjoys a varied role combining planned maintenance, reactive repairs, contractor management, and compliance activities.

Key Responsibilities
  • Deliver planned preventative maintenance (PPM) activities across leisure facilities.
  • Manage a team of managers and technicians to deliver a wide range of support services
  • Carry out routine inspections and maintain accurate maintenance records.
  • Undertake and coordinate minor reactive repairs across mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and building fabric disciplines.
  • Act as a first responder for maintenance-related issues and ensure timely resolution.
  • Liaise with and oversee specialist contractors undertaking servicing, inspections, and repair works.
  • Support the preparation of maintenance specifications and scopes of work.
  • Assist with contractor evaluation and selection processes.
  • Work closely with operational management to identify and resolve maintenance requirements.
About You To be successful, you will have:
  • City & Guilds qualification or equivalent in Electrical, Mechanical Building Services, or a related building trade.
  • Practical experience within facilities management, building maintenance, or a similar environment.
  • Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
  • Experience coordinating contractors and service providers.
  • A proactive, hands-on approach with excellent organisational skills.
What's on Offer
  • Opportunity to work within a diverse and dynamic leisure environment.
  • Varied technical role with autonomy and responsibility.
  • Ongoing training and development opportunities.
  • Competitive salary and benefits package.
To apply, please submit your CV outlining your relevant facilities management, maintenance, or technical services experience.