Engineer - Shift manager

at  Sodexo

Job Introduction
Sodexo believes Government agencies should be places that create an environment of respect. They should be well run and efficient, encouraging productivity. They should support employee wellness and help build communities.
The Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (DEFRA) is responsible for environmental protection, food production and standards, agriculture, fisheries and rural communities in the UK. The DEFRA sites in Sevington and Dover act as locations for starting and ending transit movements of goods from the UK.
We are looking for an Engineering Shift Manager based in Kent that can supervise 2 engineering technicians and oversee maintenance activities across our two DEFRA sites and adhere to a safe system of work.

Leading from the front, you will be responsible for the following:

• Supervising the safe operation and repair of all mechanical and electrical (M&E) building services and fabric equipment.
• Health and Safety (including risk assessments)
• Stakeholder Management (working with multiple Hard FM subcontractors)
• Stock and cost control
• Emergency call outs (attend site to provide engineering expertise out of hours)

You will ideally have an engineering qualification equivalent to NVQ level 4 or higher and an IOSHH qualification . You will be IT literate, have a good knowledge of systems, be proactive and possess great attention to detail.
This is a 4 on 4 off dayshift only role.
For full details please refer to the Job description.

PACKAGE DESCRIPTION

Working with Sodexo is more than a job; it’s a chance to be part of something greater. You’ll belong in a company and team that values you for you; you’ll act with purpose and have an impact through your everyday actions; and you’ll be able to thrive in your own way. In addition, we offer:

• Flexible and dynamic work environment
• Access to ongoing training and development programs
• Countless opportunities to grow within the company
• Full training provided
• Health and wellbeing incentives
• Reward and Recognition schemes
• Flexible working considered
• Volunteering days
• Cycle to work scheme
• Life Assurance
• Free parking onsite

We’re all about building a workplace for the future, we believe in equal opportunities, and we celebrate diversity. We’re an inclusive workplace, where everyone is welcome, everyone can be natural, and be the best versions of themselves. We recognise that we’re on a journey with regards to diversity and inclusion and would therefore welcome applications for candidates from underrepresented backgrounds.
We’re a Disability Confident Leader employer. We’re committed to changing attitudes towards disability, and making sure disabled people have the chance to fulfil their aspirations. We run a Disability Confident interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria for the job.
Ready to be part of something greater? Apply today

Leading from the front, you will be responsible for the following:

• Supervising the safe operation and repair of all mechanical and electrical (M&E) building services and fabric equipment.
• Health and Safety (including risk assessments)
• Stakeholder Management (working with multiple Hard FM subcontractors)
• Stock and cost control
• Emergency call outs (attend site to provide engineering expertise out of hours

Working with Sodexo is more than a job; it’s a chance to be part of something greater. You’ll belong in a company and team that values you for you; you’ll act with purpose and have an impact through your everyday actions; and you’ll be able to thrive in your own way. In addition, we offer:

• Flexible and dynamic work environment
• Access to ongoing training and development programs
• Countless opportunities to grow within the company
• Full training provided
• Health and wellbeing incentives
• Reward and Recognition schemes
• Flexible working considered
• Volunteering days
• Cycle to work scheme
• Life Assurance
• Free parking onsit