Branta are seeking an experienced, technically robust Hard Services Manager for a contract role in Newcastle for a business-critical, 6-month contract. The successful individual will take operational ownership of the compliance, management, and strategic delivery of all building-related engineering services. You will be responsible for ensuring that statutory, mandatory, and organisational requirements are met while guaranteeing safe, reliable, and efficient mechanical, electrical, and building fabric services across the entire portfolio. Key Duties and Responsibilities Operational and Technical Leadership Lead and manage all daily mechanical, electrical, and building fabric maintenance activities across a diverse multi-site estate. Oversee and optimize active planned preventive maintenance (PPM), reactive breakdown pipelines, and critical lifecycle asset replacement programmes. Ensure all critical building infrastructure (HVAC, electrical distribution, BMS systems, water hygiene, fire safety systems, and lifts) operates safely and in absolute alignment with UK legislation. Act as the estate''s Authorised Person (e.g., AP Electrical, AP Mechanical, AP Pressure Systems, or Water) as required. Compliance, Safety and Risk Mitigation Drive 100% statutory and regulatory compliance across the estate, ensuring strict adherence to Health and Safety at Work legislation, Electricity at Work Regulations, LOLER, PUWER, COSHH, and Water Safety (ACoP L8). Maintain pristine, ..... full job details .....