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M&E Internal Auditor (Hard FM/ Technical)

Please Note: The application deadline for this job has now passed.

Job Introduction

As Internal Auditor, you'll deliver internal audit requirements in an integrated facilities management (HFM & SFM) environment providing and applying lead knowledge of mechanical, electrical and building services engineering (including relevant health and safety expertise) within an overall QHSE team of six people.

Colchester PFI is one of the most ambitious PFI projects undertaken, Merville Barracks is the home of the 16 Air Assault Brigade with 3500 military personnel on site. We are the showcase and benchmark for Sodexo global defence, helping to lead on strategy and vision for the future An exciting showcase TFM contract which offers soft and hard services. 

This key role will have a Hard FM/Technical Services M&E bias.  You'll have control of contractors/sub-contractors, ensuring services are running as they should be - this is not an office role, you will be out and about in the Garrison seeing key stakeholders, client contacts, customers and colleagues so you'll be comfortable and confident interacting at all levels, in addition to being a self starter.

We are a key partner to the Ministry of Defence, running services at major UK and overseas military bases which improve quality of life for our military personnel. The impact of change and uncertainty as consolidation occurs throughout the armed forces, set against a backdrop of today’s rapidly changing world, makes the preservation of high standards even more important than ever. We are dedicated to delivering the best quality as well as cost-efficiency in the delivery of infrastructure, facilities management, catering, retail and leisure services to the armed forces community

We’re proud that our work has a significant bearing on morale, retention and recruitment.

 

Role Responsibility

  • Monitor the effective and compliant delivery of integrated facilities management services within all accessible areas of a large mixed use building environment in conformance to security protocols.
  • Provide timely and accurate compliance audits in accordance with contract terms and reflect contractual knowledge in interfacing with client and customers with focus on planned and reactive maintenance tasks.
  • Compile and deliver regular concise and meaningful reporting of findings for analysis and review with the management team to support effective management of the service delivery.
  • In conjunction with the Compliance & Customer Services Manager, ensure corrective actions taken and verified.
  • Deliver customer service to a range of internal and external stakeholders.
  • Provide effective contract and business support in line with statutory requirements, Sodexo policies, procedures, ISO and industry standard certifications, licenses, and best practices.
  • Drive continuous improvement and deliver Service Excellence to colleagues and clients.
 

*please see attached job description for further details

The Ideal Candidate

  • Qualified to BTEC in mechanical, electrical or building and civil engineering services, with comprehensive  operational experience.
  • Relevant professional and/or technical qualification or membership BIFM/NEBOSH/IOSH
  • Proven  experience working as an Internal Auditor within a mechanical, electrical, buildings and civil engineering FM (or IFM) environment.
  • Experience of generating concise audit reports, presenting key findings and pursuing timely implementation of identified corrective actions.
  • Demonstrable ability to provide technical assistance to both technical and non-technical persons within your identified discipline.
  • Proven ability to successfully manage time keeping and work content while working as an individual and as part of a small team within tight contractual deadlines.
  • A self-starter with a positive and motivated approach, professional at all times.  Driven by quality, providing highest standards of service at all times
  • Effective interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to influence, challenge and engage people during audits.
  • An investigative and inquisitive mind, high attention to detail and the ability to deal with large amounts of data.   
  • Experience of producing audit data analysis and trend reports for management purposes.
  • Proven completion and finishing skills for detailed tasks.
  • Good numerical skills, which are suitable for a technical audit role.
  • Ability to make independent decisions and work on own initiative within a team environment.
  • Demonstrable experience of successfully conducting internal audits to monitor compliance in accordance with contractual SLA’s, Company procedures, best practice, legislative and statutory requirements, etc.
  • Proven experience of interfacing directly and appropriately with a range of stakeholders, including Clients in high level positions.
  • Experience of working in a mixed use building services environment and auditing a diverse range of service provision.
  • Understanding of ISO 9001, 14001,50001, 11001 and OHSAS 18001 that is appropriate to the role.
  • Working understanding of Health & Safety statutory and ACOP requirements, including COSHH, water safety, LOLER, PUWER, working at height, CDM 2015, electrical (HV/LV) , gas safety including F-Gas, pipeline safety, asbestos, authorised and responsible persons, petroleum and confined spaces.
  • Experience of using CAFM systems.
  • Good understanding of waste and soft service provision.
  • Demonstrable working knowledge and effective use of MS Office (Word, Excel and Outlook).
  • Full current UK driving license suitable for a car or small van.

Desirable:

  • Experience of working within military environment.
  • Experience within a PFI environment.
  • Health and Safety qualifications, NEBOSH / IOSH Managing Safely, or equivalent level.
  • Internal Auditor certificated training e.g. for ISO 9001, ISO 14001 or OHSAS 18001.
 

 

Package Description

Competitive salary up to £33,900 plus benefits including pension, bonus and option to 'buy' additional flexible benefits such as holidays, healthcare etc

We also offer Sodexo Discounts site promoting discounted mobile phone tariffs, savings across restaurant chains and days out, where you and your family can save money on everything from your weekly food shop to the latest cinema blockbuster.

About the Company

In the UK and Ireland, Sodexo employs some 35,000 employees to deliver integrated facilities management services to clients at over 2,000 locations in the corporate, healthcare, education, leisure, defence and justice sectors. With an annual turnover of over £1bn, we provide everything from catering, cleaning and reception to security, laboratory and grounds maintenance services, enabling our clients to focus on their core business

Sodexo and our clients are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and adults within a regulated activity. Certain roles will require applicants to undergo screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) and/ or Disclosure Scotland.

We are building on our support to the Armed Forces community through the development of specific pathways within our recruitment process to further engage ex-forces personnel and reservists.  Those applying for roles with us who meet the essential criteria advertised under the ‘ideal candidate’ on the vacancy advertised are guaranteed to progress within the selection process.

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