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Facilities Management Services
A growing provider of facilities management services in the UK.
With our engineering and technical excellence, we can deliver the full range of modern facilities management services, using sustainable technologies and whole-life FM solutions to provide the best value for our customers.
Our experience in design, build and fit-out means we understand the lifecycle of different types of buildings as well as what’s required to fully optimise our customers’ single or multi-site operations. Our patented assurance compliance tool – ACT, also means the assets we managed are fully compliant and auditable within four clicks at any one time.
of zero harm recorded across the business
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new business won in 2023
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A ROUND-THE-CLOCK SERVICE
Facilities Management services we specialise in:
- Self-delivered ‘hard’ M&E services – we keep mechanical and electrical equipment fully functional, so you’ll never have to worry about downtime.
- Integrated total facilities management (ITFM) services –we offer catering, cleaning, service desk, security, Computer Aided Facility Management (CAFM), and porterage services, through our trusted partners and suppliers.
- Statutory compliance – our Assurance Compliance Tool (ACT) ensures you’ll always be confident of meeting current legislation and regulatory standards, without the need for constant site visits.
- Integrated asset management – we take a meticulously planned, step-by-step approach to managing your assets, so your buildings are optimised, and sites always run smoothly.
- Wider Wates Group capabilities –we can provide a range of services such as Building Information Model (BIM), fit-out and refurbishment, and environment, social, and governance (ESG) services.
Leading performance
As a leading Facilities Management company, we get to the heart of our customers’ needs by fully understanding their business operations and vision for the future; resulting in long-lasting relationships and the delivery of efficient, optimised buildings.
Expertise
Our expertise in data security, infrastructure management, building and employee safety and wellbeing means we can help you transform your operations and run more effective and efficient buildings.
Adaptable and scalable
Having a wide range of customers across the country means we’re not only able to adapt to meet individual business needs, but we can manage projects nationally, scaling quickly to meet your requirements.
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A Collaborative ESG Journey
We have been delivering a range of FM services on behalf of a key client for three years. This contract has grown from an initial four sites to 32 because of our collaborative approach as a trusted FM partner.
Commercial
Twycross Zoo
We have provided M&E, fabric maintenance, minor project works and horticulture services to Twycross since June 2016.
Sport and Leisure
Facilities Management At West Midlands Police HQ
The award of our first public sector facilities management contract for West Midlands Police.
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CAREERS IN FACILITIES MANAGEMENT
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Mobile Engineer
Location: Bexleyheath
Job Type: Engineering
Application Deadline: 15-08-2025
MOBILE M&E ENGINEERHere at Wates, we have a fantastic opportunity for a Mobile M&E Engineer to join our Facilities Management mobile team supporting our clients based in London and around the M25.The main objective is for you to carry out Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) to Mechanical plant, including Reactive Maintenance and extra works/emergencies in accordance with the contract requirements on Mechanical & Electrical Services.To be successful in this role, you will ideally have the following:• Knowledge of mechanical and building services maintenance• Previous FM experience managing multiple sites• Strong Electrical / Mechanical Experience• Electrical or Mechanical qualification such as NVQ or City & Guilds.• Good knowledge of a plant room and day to day building maintenanceKey Accountabilities will include:• Ensure all works are delivered in guidance of the legislation and contractual obligations• Utilise CAFM/PDA technology for real time job updates, and provide detailed/comprehensive reports on works delivered• To respond in a prompt and effective manner to all reactive maintenance issues and help desk requests associated with the mechanical systems• To respond to call outs and cover breakdowns and emergencies associated with the electrical / mechanical services aspects of the contract as required.WHAT WE OFFER Competitive salary, plus performance related reviews, opportunities for growth and advancement within the team Van, Extensive corporate benefits including, Pension, Health and Wellness programme, 22 days holidays + bank holidays and much more… Excellent range of learning and development activity to support your career progression. Industry leading family leave benefits to included 26 weeks fully paid maternity, 12 weeks fully paid paternity.To find out more about LIFE AT WATES please click on the following link https://www.wates.co.uk/careers/Given the nature of this position, you will need to undergo a Basic Disclosure and Barring Service Check (DBS) at offer stage. Applicants with criminal convictions will be assessed individually, and we assure you that we do not discriminate based on an applicant's criminal record or the details of any disclosed offenses. Additionally, certain roles may be subject to additional pre-employment checks. To learn more about the checks included in this process, please click on the following link: National Security Vetting
Account Manager
Location: Southampton
Job Type: Operational
Application Deadline: 14-08-2025
ACCOUNT MANAGER Wates have excellent opportunity for a technically strong Account Manager to provide operational leadership, technical management, added value and development of our unique client based in Southampton. ABOUT THE ROLE We are looking for an Account Manager with experience of working in transferable environment, with strong demonstrable experience of in leading people with experience of managing a multi-diverse team. With a recognised technical qualification and membership to the Institute of Safety and Health (IOSH) or equivalent, coupled with solid financial / commercial acumen with experience of running a P&L and ensuring budget is achieved. To be successful in the role you will have strong interpersonal, problem solving and change management skills, and be someone who can demonstrate the ability to balance the integration of the requirements and terms of policies and procedures with those of the client and make effective and persuasive presentations on complex topics to employees, clients, Senior management. This is a terrific opportunity to progress your career as part of a talented, diverse, and supportive team. Some of the other Key Accountabilities as Account Manager include: Lead and motivate the WPS team by example and deliver excellence and first class sustainable hard M&E and Fabric service provisions. Provide visible leadership and liase effectively and nurture the relationships with the key client stakeholders. To ensure compliance with all statutory, safety, quality, environmental, security and relevant Wates Professional Standards, creating a Zero Harm culture. Ensuring targets are maintained by the timely upload of compliance certification onto ACT. (Assurance Compliance Tool) Responsible for implementing and safeguarding best practice for commercial activity relating to contract management and managing specialists and suppliers to ensure dynamic MI reporting and that KPI/SLA targets are delivered. WHAT WE OFFER Competitive salary Travel covered to any of our sites (subject to HMRC advisory rates) Extensive corporate benefits including, Private Medical, Pension 5% employers’ contribution, Health and Wellness programme, 22 days holidays + bank holidays and much more… Excellent range of learning and development activity to support your career progression. Industry leading family leave benefits to included 26 weeks fully paid maternity, 8 weeks fully paid paternity. To find out more about LIFE AT WATES please click on the following link https://www.wates.co.uk/careers/ We are always looking for a variety of new talent to join our teams, to help us grow and innovate as a business. Although you may not have all the skills listed, many of them may be transferable to other roles within the WATES Group. If you would like clarity on any of our vacancies, discuss career opportunities in strict confidence or need anything to make our recruitment process easier, please contact our In-House Recruitment Team directly or via recruitment@wates.co.uk and one of us will get in touch as soon as possible. As a responsible and inclusive employer, we are committed to equality and are proud to have been recognised for this through a range of accolades including gold accreditation with Investors in People, we are also a Disability Confident employer. Being a family owned, business means we understand and value long term relationships. Given the nature of this position, you will need to undergo a Basic Disclosure and Barring Service Check (DBS) at offer stage. Applicants with criminal convictions will be assessed individually, and we assure you that we do not discriminate based on an applicant's criminal record or the details of any disclosed offenses. Additionally, certain roles may be subject to additional pre-employment checks. To learn more about the checks included in this process, please click on the following link: National Security Vetting
Client Support Administrator
Location: Southampton
Job Type: Clerical & Administration
Application Deadline: 14-08-2025
CLIENT SUPPORT ADMINISTRATOR We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced, full time Client Support Administrator to join the team at our offices in Southampton, to support Wates FM in delivering a comprehensive, first-class, maintenance service. This role provides a positive, professional, and seamless link between all members of the management team and support all staff working on the account and ensures the effective provision of help desk and financial administration. ABOUT THE ROLE It is important to us that we get the right person for the role so, to be seriously considered, it would be great if you can bring us strong administration experience in a busy, client-driven environment, and experience of having worked in Facilities Management before and working knowledge of CAFM systems (elog systems). NVQ / SVQ in Customer Services Level 1-4 (Preferred but not essential) We do need you to have solid written and verbal communication skills, as well as highly PC literate with proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office Suite, Concept Evolution and other IT systems, and the ability to multitask and manage your time effectively, prioritising the right tasks. This is a terrific opportunity to progress your career as part of a talented, diverse, and supportive team. Some of the other Key Accountabilities as Client Support Administrator include: Workflow management of all jobs through CAFM system. Logging, updating, closure and reporting against all PPM and reactive tasks. Assignment and allocation of jobs to be tasked through the site Account Manager and Supervisor. Procurement through the systems for parts, materials or contracted services required by Wates and Client team. This may include obtaining pricing for quotes as requested by the site Account Manager or Supervisor. Administration of cash processes required by Wates and Client, including management of accounts payable workflows and financial housekeeping activities. Administration and management of compliance records and documentation through ACT, Client systems and logbooks held on site. You will face a wide variety of demands every day so it is vital you can prioritise and work through them whilst remaining cool, calm, and composed. WPS successfully provides Facilities Management services in technically demanding environments, and our portfolio includes some of the UK’s best-known companies, providing stand-alone hard services, planned and reactive maintenance and technically led FM solutions to single and multi-site operations. This is an office based position. WHAT WE OFFER Competitive salary Extensive corporate benefits including, Private Medical, Pension 5% employers’ contribution, Health and Wellness programme, 22 days holidays + bank holidays and much more… Excellent range of learning and development activity to support your career progression. Industry leading family leave benefits to included 26 weeks fully paid maternity, 8 weeks fully paid paternity. To find out more about LIFE AT WATES please click on the following link https://www.wates.co.uk/careers/ Given the nature of this position, you will need to undergo a Basic Disclosure and Barring Service Check (DBS) at offer stage. Applicants with criminal convictions will be assessed individually, and we assure you that we do not discriminate based on an applicant's criminal record or the details of any disclosed offenses. Additionally, certain roles may be subject to additional pre-employment checks. To learn more about the checks included in this process, please click on the following link: National Security Vetting
Resident Engineer
Location: London
Job Type: Engineering
Application Deadline: 14-08-2025
RESIDENT ENGINEER Join Wates: Resident Engineer Needed! Wates is offering an outstanding opportunity for an experienced Resident Engineer to join our team, stationed on-site at our blue chip client – JLL. Your primary focus will be executing planned preventative maintenance and reactive works on building plant, equipment, and systems, as well as swiftly responding to site engineering emergencies. ABOUT THE ROLE: As a Resident Engineer, your core responsibility will revolve around conducting planned preventative maintenance and reactive works on behalf of our clients. Your qualifications and experience in the field are crucial, but what truly sets you apart are your exceptional communication skills, ensuring top-notch customer service delivery. Your ability to multitask effectively, meet tight deadlines, and collaborate seamlessly with your team to troubleshoot on the go is paramount, all while championing health and safety excellence. Key Accountabilities as Resident Engineer: Accurately record all reactive and PPM tasks, ensuring detailed documentation is completed and signed off by the client weekly. Prepare Method Statements and Risk Assessments for all tasks to guarantee safe working practices. Effectively supervise subcontractors to ensure tasks are completed to the highest standards. Ensure strict compliance with all Company policies and procedures. This role offers a fantastic opportunity to work primarily on a single site, with occasional requirements to conduct work at other sites. Ready to take the lead in maintaining excellence? Join us at Wates and make your mark! Apply now. WHAT WE OFFER Competitive salary Extensive corporate benefits including, Private Medical, Pension 5% employers’ contribution, Health and Wellness programme, 22 days holidays + bank holidays and much more… Excellent range of learning and development activity to support your career progression. Industry leading family leave benefits to included 26 weeks fully paid maternity, 8 weeks fully paid paternity. To find out more about LIFE AT WATES please click on the following link https://www.wates.co.uk/careers/ Given the nature of this position, you will need to undergo a Basic Disclosure and Barring Service Check (DBS) at offer stage. Applicants with criminal convictions will be assessed individually, and we assure you that we do not discriminate based on an applicant's criminal record or the details of any disclosed offenses. Additionally, certain roles may be subject to additional pre-employment checks. To learn more about the checks included in this process, please click on the following link: National Security Vetting
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