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M&E Manager - Permanent Salary: £64,790 + excellent benefits Location: High Wycombe or Letchworth Garden City Hybrid: 2 days in the office, 3 days from home Contract: Permanent Hours: 37 hours per week Are you looking to join a growing, values-led organisation with a clear social purpose? At SettleParadigm, were proud to be the largest housing group in the region, managing over 30,000 homes across Buckinghamshire, Bedfordshire, and Hertfordshire. Everything we do is about delivering excellent services, high quality homes, neighbourhoods we can be proud of and maximising number of new affordable homes we build. Through our merger weve brought together shared values, skills and ambition, so we can build more affordable homes and make an even bigger difference in the communities we serve If you're ready to grow your career in a supportive, inclusive environment while helping to shape stronger communities, wed love to welcome you on our journey. Together, were building a better future. Were now looking for an experienced M&E Manager to lead statutory compliance, safety and lifecycle management across key building services - ensuring our homes remain safe, reliable and well-maintained About the Role As our M&E Manager, youll take operational responsibility for statutory compliance and performance across core mechanical and electrical services, including Lifts, Water Hygiene, MVHR systems and other selected M&E assets. Youll play a central role in harmonising compliance and asset management practices across our merged organisation, aligning standards, contracts, data and processes. Youll also lead the operational implementation of our new Asset Management System, ensuring accurate asset data, strong reporting and improved decision making. This is a senior technical leadership role, managing a small team of Coordinators and Administrators, and working closely with colleagues across Property Services, Health & Safety, Estates, Projects, Finance and Procurement. If youre motivated by improving compliance, strengthening contractor performance and embedding robust asset management practices, this role offers a significant opportunity to shape how we manage our homes. What You'll Be Doing Compliance & Technical Leadership Act as the organisations Responsible Person / Authorising Officer for lifts, water hygiene and allocated M&E systems Oversee risk assessments, written schemes, examinations, testing and inspections Ensure compliance with statutory, non-statutory and best-practice requirements Align policies, standards, procedures and risk frameworks across the organisation Support cultural change by strengthening understanding of compliance responsibilities Asset Management & Data Define system requirements for M&E and compliance data Oversee data migration, validation and governance for the new Asset Management System Ensure accurate asset records, meaningful reporting and improved visibility of risk and lifecycle costs Contract & Supplier Management Manage specialist contractors, ensuring high performance and value for money Lead procurement activity for new Property Services contracts Work with Finance, Procurement and Home Ownership on Section 20 and service charge processes Drive efficiency and performance across suppliers Team Leadership Manage and develop Contract Support Coordinators and Administrators Provide guidance, mentoring and technical support Ensure the team works to required timeframes and legal requirements Engineering & Project Delivery Provide engineering expertise to design, plan and manage minor refurbishments and equipment installations Support Repairs Managers and Property Services colleagues with technical solutions Contribute to audits and reviews related to compliance, financial regulation and contract management Financial & Reporting Responsibilities Plan and manage budgets of approximately £3m Ensure financial regulations are followed for issuing and approving works Produce reports for senior leaders and recommend improvements What Were Looking For Youll do well in this role if you: Bring strong technical expertise in M&E engineering Have deep knowledge of UK statutory compliance frameworks Can interpret technical information and communicate clearly with non-technical colleagues Are confident managing contractors, suppliers and internal stakeholders Have experience leading teams and supporting professional development Are organised, proactive and comfortable working across multiple workstreams Build strong relationships and work collaboratively across departments Are committed to safety, quality and continuous improvement Must haves: Recognised qualification in Mechanical/Electrical Engineering or equivalent experience Strong knowledge of statutory compliance frameworks for building services Proven track record delivering M&E works to a high standard Ability to provide clear, risk-based advice Health & Safety qualification (NEBOSH, NVQ Level 4, IOSH or SMSTS) Responsible Person & Duty Holder Training (LCA9010) Strong IT skills, especially Excel Clean driving licence Excellent interpersonal and communication skills Ability to work collaboratively and build strong relationships Nice to haves: Experience managing a team Experience producing executive reports Persuasive communication skills Experience in contract management or procurement Enthusiasm for promoting a positive culture and continuous improvement Benefits At SettleParadigm, we believe in creating an environment where our people feel valued, supported, and inspired to grow. Our comprehensive benefits and rewards package reflects this commitment. annual salary: £ 64,790 per annum 25 days holiday, increasing with service, plus Christmas closure and buy options Generous pension scheme up to 9.5% employer contribution via salary sacrifice Family-friendly leave : Enhanced maternity, paternity, and adoption leave Health cash plan claim up to £1,800 for everyday health costs (plus free kids cover) Life cover and income protection Flexible working hybrid options, modern offices, free parking & EV charging And thats just the beginning! Were also thrilled to provide: Mental Health First Aiders available to support Car leasing via salary sacrifice (for permanent colleagues subject to conditions) Funded training, qualifications & apprenticeships 3 paid volunteering days in the local communities Peer-recognition rewards platform Paid professional subscription (one per year) Working Hours 37 hours per week Monday - Friday Contract : Permanent Our Commitment We are committed to creating an inclusive workforce, by reflecting and representing the diversity of the communities we serve. We would like to encourage applications from disadvantaged socio-economic backgrounds; people who identify as disabled, neurodiverse, members of the LGBTQ+ community and people from underrepresented groups. Accessibility and Adjustments We are committed to providing reasonable adjustments throughout our recruitment process and well always endeavour to be as accommodating as possible. Please let us know in advance of any suitable arrangements required. Due to the nature of some of our roles involving work with vulnerable members of society, this post may be subject to a basic or enhanced Criminal Disclosure, which will be carried out when a conditional offer is made. Please ensure you fully answer the questions on the application form. Closing Date: 23.08.2026 We reserve the right to close this vacancy earlier than the closing date should we find a suitable candidate. TPBN1_UKTJ

Permanent Stevenage / Hybrid About the role Are you an experienced procurement officer looking to make a real impact across a forward thinking local authority? Stevenage Borough Council is seeking a motivated and detail driven Procurement Officer to join our Corporate Procurement Team and help shape how we buy goods, works and services for our community. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in delivering transparent, compliant and value driven procurement activity across the Council. You’ll work closely with services, senior managers and suppliers, supporting projects from early planning through to contract award, ensuring our processes meet the requirements of the Procurement Act 2023, Contract Procedure Rules and wider governance standards What you will be doing As Procurement Officer you will support and lead on a wide range of procurement activity, including: • Advising departments on compliant procurement routes and best practice. • Managing quotation and tender exercises, including setting up projects on Intend, issuing clarifications, liaising with suppliers and compiling final contract documentation. • Ensuring procurement activity is fully auditable, transparent and accurately recorded. • Supporting pre procurement market engagement, researching frameworks and helping officers understand market options. • Drafting procurement documentation such as letters, contracts, evaluation criteria and summary reports. • Maintaining and improving procurement processes, templates and guidance. • Producing reports on spend patterns, contract compliance and KPI performance linked to the Co operative Procurement Strategy. • Promoting social value, sustainability and local economic benefits within procurement activity. • Providing training, guidance and informal coaching to officers across the Council. • Representing the procurement function at internal groups, supplier meetings and moderation sessions About you We’re seeking someone who brings both technical knowledge and strong interpersonal skills. You will have: • Knowledge of public sector procurement and relevant legislation. • Experience delivering procurement advice in a public sector environment. • Strong organisational skills, attention to detail and the ability to manage competing priorities. • Excellent communication, analytical and problem solving abilities. • Experience using e tendering systems. • Understanding of key procurement related areas such as social value, equalities, fraud, modern slavery and data protection. • Ability to work independently, use initiative and build effective relationships with stakeholders at all levels. • A commitment to continuous improvement and collaborative working. • CIPS membership (or working towards it) at Level 2 or above. Our benefits • Pension Scheme: We offer a career average pension scheme, providing generous benefits upon retirement, as well as a lump sum and pension for dependants • Flexible working: Available upon request, subject to operational requirements. • Part time and Job share opportunities: All our full-time vacancies are open to job share unless otherwise stated. • Leave: A variety of different types of paid and unpaid leave covering emergency and planned leave, maternity, paternity, adoption and parental leave. • Holidays: 25 days holiday rising to 31 days (depending on Local Government service) • Training: An extensive range of learning and development opportunities • Employee Assistance Programme: 24/7 Confidential advice and support on personal, work, family and relationship issues • Travel: Season ticket loans and discounts for public transport • Cycling: Cycle to Work scheme • Stevenage Credit Union: Secure savings, free life insurance and access to cheap loans. • Employee Discounts: Via monthly paid membership of the Civil Service Sports Council (CSSC) • Wellbeing: Discounted Health and Fitness membership • Trade Unions: For a small fee, all employees have the opportunity to join a Trade Union Please note: It is essential that you continue your application on our ATS system, otherwise the hiring manager will not be able to see your CV when shortlisting. Closing date: 13 Septembr 2026 Interviews will be held 24 September 2026