Lucy Group Ltd
Oxford, Oxfordshire
Internal Job Title: Facilities Manager Business: Lucy Group Ltd Location: Oxford Job Reference No: 4451 Job Purpose: To manage the facilities and procurement activities of the Lucy Group Head Office, Lucy Real Estate offices and outlying Lucy Group Business Offices (as directed) in accordance with business goals and relevant legal requirements. Business Overview: Lucy Group is an international group that makes the built environment sustainable. Our electric businesses advance the transition to a carbon-free world with infrastructure that enables renewable energy and smart cities. Our real estate businesses support sustainable living through responsible property development and investment. Job Dimensions: This role will report into the Group Head of Health, Safety and Sustainability. The role will be entirely office based. The role will have a small team, including a front of house coordinator and an office coordinator and will work with the Executive Directors, their assistants and core group functions. The role requires the holder to communicate adeptly with key stakeholders. The role holder will be a highly motivated individual with a proactive approach, they will have proven experience in facilities and asset management in a relevant commercial environment, a working knowledge of health and safety matters, and demonstrable experience of procurement of goods and services in a HQ environment. Excellent customer service and communications skills are essential. Key Accountabilities: These will include: Plan, manage and oversee all works of all contractors, staff, and other parties to ensure the quality of delivery, that the works are within the agreed scope and value for money, and that relevant contracts are in place to meet agreed deadlines Ability to prepare an annual business plan and budget for the facilities portfolio and to undertake regular project reviews to ensure accountability for the budget as well as progress of the works and projects H&S Inductions and workspace assessments Responsible for procuring defined goods and services for the portfolio Managing refurbishments relocations or renovations as they arise in the portfolio and being available for advice to other business units on similar projects Will champion and drive through the implementation of the group purchasing policy across the core group functions Supervise multi-disciplinary teams of staff, including cleaning/maintenance and ensure the highest standard of front of house and building housekeeping is maintained throughout the HQ building Leading commercial tender and review processes, negotiating financial terms/service levels and appointment of all facilities contracts. Identifying new components and obsolescence with the suppliers Managing contract reviews and terminating arrangements Lifecycle planning of assets and facilities asset management - create a framework for how to operate, maintain, renew, and retire high-value assets Undertake regular site inspection as agreed with management, monitor the state of repair, complete inspection reports, and action any necessary works on approval of management Ensure that all contractors and staff follow agreed protocols/ procedures relating to works being carried out and approvals sought as directed Dealing with all queries expediently and professionally including arranging and attending periodic staff meetings, actioning subsequent minutes and works Develop and promote good working relationships with all office staff and other key stakeholders Use performance management techniques to monitor and demonstrate achievement of agreed service levels/ conduct and lead to improvement Identify deficiencies of work/service and report to management Implement improvements to service delivered by contractors, staff, and other parties Manage and lead change to ensure minimum disruption to core activities Prepare documents for tender for contractors and calculate and compare costs for required goods or services to achieve maximum value for money Direct, coordinate and plan essential services such as reception, security, maintenance, mail, stationery, car parking, EV charging, health & safety, archiving, cleaning, catering, telephones, waste disposal, and recycling Compiling weekly updates to the Group Head of Health, Safety and Sustainability Respond appropriately to emergencies or urgent issues as they arise and deal with the consequences Ensure full compliance with all current and impending Health and Safety legislation, including the full implementation of annual Health and Safety Risk Assessment Reports and Fire Risk Assessments. The facilities support and front of house team also perform reception and defined office-based administration activities. These activities will be managed by the Executive Assistant to the Executive Director & Company Secretary on a matrix management basis with this role. Qualifications, Experience & Skills: Essential: Must have had management responsibility for multi-site building and facilities management of commercial buildings in previous roles, including asset management and procurement IOSH/NEBOSH qualified with knowledge of Health and Safety legislation as applied to managed commercial property At least 10 years' experience in facilities management and supplier selection, qualification, evaluation, contract and price negotiations Excellent organisational and people management skills, time management, ability to prioritise and organise own workload and able to work to deadlines Energetic and natural completer with "can do" approach Attention to detail Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office/Excel, Teams and Word Technical understanding of how a building works from a M&E point of view Ability to manage contractors and staff Ability to communicate well with key stakeholders and manage expectations appropriately Collaborative team worker who has an ability to work under matrix management principles Desirable: A training qualification from IWFM Membership of CIPS or a willingness to work towards and obtain a minimum of level 5 Advanced Diploma in Procurement and Supply certification Prince2 or Agile qualifications in project management About Us: Lucy Group Ltd is the parent company of all Lucy Group companies. The Group is on a mission to improve people's lives with intelligent power, smart lighting and sustainable homes. Since its origins in Oxford, UK, over 200 years ago, the group has grown and diversified. Through various businesses, today we employ around 1800 people worldwide across five continents and has a turnover exceeding £400m.
Internal Job Title: Facilities Manager Business: Lucy Group Ltd Location: Oxford Job Reference No: 4451 Job Purpose: To manage the facilities and procurement activities of the Lucy Group Head Office, Lucy Real Estate offices and outlying Lucy Group Business Offices (as directed) in accordance with business goals and relevant legal requirements. Business Overview: Lucy Group is an international group that makes the built environment sustainable. Our electric businesses advance the transition to a carbon-free world with infrastructure that enables renewable energy and smart cities. Our real estate businesses support sustainable living through responsible property development and investment. Job Dimensions: This role will report into the Group Head of Health, Safety and Sustainability. The role will be entirely office based. The role will have a small team, including a front of house coordinator and an office coordinator and will work with the Executive Directors, their assistants and core group functions. The role requires the holder to communicate adeptly with key stakeholders. The role holder will be a highly motivated individual with a proactive approach, they will have proven experience in facilities and asset management in a relevant commercial environment, a working knowledge of health and safety matters, and demonstrable experience of procurement of goods and services in a HQ environment. Excellent customer service and communications skills are essential. Key Accountabilities: These will include: Plan, manage and oversee all works of all contractors, staff, and other parties to ensure the quality of delivery, that the works are within the agreed scope and value for money, and that relevant contracts are in place to meet agreed deadlines Ability to prepare an annual business plan and budget for the facilities portfolio and to undertake regular project reviews to ensure accountability for the budget as well as progress of the works and projects H&S Inductions and workspace assessments Responsible for procuring defined goods and services for the portfolio Managing refurbishments relocations or renovations as they arise in the portfolio and being available for advice to other business units on similar projects Will champion and drive through the implementation of the group purchasing policy across the core group functions Supervise multi-disciplinary teams of staff, including cleaning/maintenance and ensure the highest standard of front of house and building housekeeping is maintained throughout the HQ building Leading commercial tender and review processes, negotiating financial terms/service levels and appointment of all facilities contracts. Identifying new components and obsolescence with the suppliers Managing contract reviews and terminating arrangements Lifecycle planning of assets and facilities asset management - create a framework for how to operate, maintain, renew, and retire high-value assets Undertake regular site inspection as agreed with management, monitor the state of repair, complete inspection reports, and action any necessary works on approval of management Ensure that all contractors and staff follow agreed protocols/ procedures relating to works being carried out and approvals sought as directed Dealing with all queries expediently and professionally including arranging and attending periodic staff meetings, actioning subsequent minutes and works Develop and promote good working relationships with all office staff and other key stakeholders Use performance management techniques to monitor and demonstrate achievement of agreed service levels/ conduct and lead to improvement Identify deficiencies of work/service and report to management Implement improvements to service delivered by contractors, staff, and other parties Manage and lead change to ensure minimum disruption to core activities Prepare documents for tender for contractors and calculate and compare costs for required goods or services to achieve maximum value for money Direct, coordinate and plan essential services such as reception, security, maintenance, mail, stationery, car parking, EV charging, health & safety, archiving, cleaning, catering, telephones, waste disposal, and recycling Compiling weekly updates to the Group Head of Health, Safety and Sustainability Respond appropriately to emergencies or urgent issues as they arise and deal with the consequences Ensure full compliance with all current and impending Health and Safety legislation, including the full implementation of annual Health and Safety Risk Assessment Reports and Fire Risk Assessments. The facilities support and front of house team also perform reception and defined office-based administration activities. These activities will be managed by the Executive Assistant to the Executive Director & Company Secretary on a matrix management basis with this role. Qualifications, Experience & Skills: Essential: Must have had management responsibility for multi-site building and facilities management of commercial buildings in previous roles, including asset management and procurement IOSH/NEBOSH qualified with knowledge of Health and Safety legislation as applied to managed commercial property At least 10 years' experience in facilities management and supplier selection, qualification, evaluation, contract and price negotiations Excellent organisational and people management skills, time management, ability to prioritise and organise own workload and able to work to deadlines Energetic and natural completer with "can do" approach Attention to detail Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office/Excel, Teams and Word Technical understanding of how a building works from a M&E point of view Ability to manage contractors and staff Ability to communicate well with key stakeholders and manage expectations appropriately Collaborative team worker who has an ability to work under matrix management principles Desirable: A training qualification from IWFM Membership of CIPS or a willingness to work towards and obtain a minimum of level 5 Advanced Diploma in Procurement and Supply certification Prince2 or Agile qualifications in project management About Us: Lucy Group Ltd is the parent company of all Lucy Group companies. The Group is on a mission to improve people's lives with intelligent power, smart lighting and sustainable homes. Since its origins in Oxford, UK, over 200 years ago, the group has grown and diversified. Through various businesses, today we employ around 1800 people worldwide across five continents and has a turnover exceeding £400m.
Lucy Group Ltd
Job Title: HV Commissioning/ Protection Engineer Business: Lucy Electric UK Ltd - Energy Services Location: Remote/Field-based Job Number: 3244 Job Purpose: We seek an experienced, talented, and focused Commissioning/ Protection Engineer to join our dynamic team currently delivering installation, maintenance, and product support services for Low Voltage/High Voltage (LV/HV) assets across the Midlands, Central south and South East of England. Business Overview: Lucy Electric is an international leader in intelligent secondary power distribution products and solutions, with features such as remote operation and monitoring. Linking energy generation to consumption, the business specialises in high-performance medium and low-voltage switchgear for utility, industrial and commercial applications. Job Context: You will work as part of a highly skilled Engineering division supporting all aspects of LV/HV services to our clients and customers. As part of our team, you will get to both support your peers in the delivery of HV engineering and be required to lead projects when called on. We strive forwards as a team advancing our technical skills, knowledge, and competencies together, whilst ensuring a flexible work life balance is worked into our ethos. Job Dimensions: You will be working with a team of skilled Engineers, SAP s and supporting staff across all aspects of the LV/HV industry. The role is home based with travel to site works included within your working day. The core hours are 07:30 to 16:00 Monday to Thursday, 07:30 am to 12:00 Friday, depending on operational work and site requirements. Contract terms for flexibility and programme delivery operate 5 working days Monday to Saturday. Additional weekend working will be required as part of this role to support our clients and programmes of work. Opportunities to support additional overtime through evenings, weekends and travel abroad are also frequently available. Key Accountabilities: Essential: Installation, commissioning, and fault finding on new and older, protection, automatic transfer systems and various control systems. Co-ordinate commissioning plans, schedules, and checklists to ensure all commissioning activities and performance testing are executed efficiently Development of commissioning procedures Protection relays, synchroniser, transducers, primary and secondary injection testing, with the use of various test/commissioning equipment. Commissioning and testing of varying HV Assets using associated equipment to include; Omicron Campano 100 Omicron CT Analysers, Megger Sverker 750, Baur PGK 25/80E, Various Primary and Secondary Injection sets, Schneider LVP85510SP ACB Tester. (might be a bit too precise, remove if required) Ability to read and understand all levels and types of electrical drawings, SLD and control relay logic design documentation. Demonstrable experience to produce clear and professional job reports. Quality Control and Technical compliance in accordance with project requirements. Completing and transmitting inspection check-sheets as required Compliance with the Safety Management System and client safety rules Ensuring that all necessary technical reports (or contributions to technical reports) are completed in a timely manner. Support tendering and project managers with technical advice and customer communications as and when required. Facilitate a safe working environment during high / low voltage working. Ensure that all work is carried out in accordance with the standards, policies and procedures of Lucy Electric and its customers. Maintain all authorisations in accordance with legislative our safety procedures and industry best practice. Liaise closely with team to understand and manage priorities. Qualifications, Experience & Skills: Minimum Qualifications, Knowledge and Experience: Experience in multiple relays and competent to fully commission and sign off. These would include (not all): Alstom Electromechanical, VIP 300/400, Micrologic, G99, Micom P154/P122, Restricted Earth Fault (REF), TEC System T15 Competency with testing equipment: VLF, Campano, Sverker, Pressure Test. Certified in electricity at work and experience of delivering efficient and effective services to customers whether on site or at a planning stage from an office environment. Good knowledge of H&S and its practical implications. Good knowledge of Distribution Safety rules and their application. Computer literate skilled in MS office Full driver s License, willingness to travel within the UK as required, and work weekends as overtime or with a day off in the week. Behavioural Competencies: Good interpersonal skills with a pleasant and can-do attitude. Highly organised and tidy. Must have a positive and confident approach to tasks. Good problem-solving skills. Able to work independently, within/ or leading a team. Does this sound interesting? We would love to hear from you. Our application process is quick and easy. Apply today!
Job Title: HV Commissioning/ Protection Engineer Business: Lucy Electric UK Ltd - Energy Services Location: Remote/Field-based Job Number: 3244 Job Purpose: We seek an experienced, talented, and focused Commissioning/ Protection Engineer to join our dynamic team currently delivering installation, maintenance, and product support services for Low Voltage/High Voltage (LV/HV) assets across the Midlands, Central south and South East of England. Business Overview: Lucy Electric is an international leader in intelligent secondary power distribution products and solutions, with features such as remote operation and monitoring. Linking energy generation to consumption, the business specialises in high-performance medium and low-voltage switchgear for utility, industrial and commercial applications. Job Context: You will work as part of a highly skilled Engineering division supporting all aspects of LV/HV services to our clients and customers. As part of our team, you will get to both support your peers in the delivery of HV engineering and be required to lead projects when called on. We strive forwards as a team advancing our technical skills, knowledge, and competencies together, whilst ensuring a flexible work life balance is worked into our ethos. Job Dimensions: You will be working with a team of skilled Engineers, SAP s and supporting staff across all aspects of the LV/HV industry. The role is home based with travel to site works included within your working day. The core hours are 07:30 to 16:00 Monday to Thursday, 07:30 am to 12:00 Friday, depending on operational work and site requirements. Contract terms for flexibility and programme delivery operate 5 working days Monday to Saturday. Additional weekend working will be required as part of this role to support our clients and programmes of work. Opportunities to support additional overtime through evenings, weekends and travel abroad are also frequently available. Key Accountabilities: Essential: Installation, commissioning, and fault finding on new and older, protection, automatic transfer systems and various control systems. Co-ordinate commissioning plans, schedules, and checklists to ensure all commissioning activities and performance testing are executed efficiently Development of commissioning procedures Protection relays, synchroniser, transducers, primary and secondary injection testing, with the use of various test/commissioning equipment. Commissioning and testing of varying HV Assets using associated equipment to include; Omicron Campano 100 Omicron CT Analysers, Megger Sverker 750, Baur PGK 25/80E, Various Primary and Secondary Injection sets, Schneider LVP85510SP ACB Tester. (might be a bit too precise, remove if required) Ability to read and understand all levels and types of electrical drawings, SLD and control relay logic design documentation. Demonstrable experience to produce clear and professional job reports. Quality Control and Technical compliance in accordance with project requirements. Completing and transmitting inspection check-sheets as required Compliance with the Safety Management System and client safety rules Ensuring that all necessary technical reports (or contributions to technical reports) are completed in a timely manner. Support tendering and project managers with technical advice and customer communications as and when required. Facilitate a safe working environment during high / low voltage working. Ensure that all work is carried out in accordance with the standards, policies and procedures of Lucy Electric and its customers. Maintain all authorisations in accordance with legislative our safety procedures and industry best practice. Liaise closely with team to understand and manage priorities. Qualifications, Experience & Skills: Minimum Qualifications, Knowledge and Experience: Experience in multiple relays and competent to fully commission and sign off. These would include (not all): Alstom Electromechanical, VIP 300/400, Micrologic, G99, Micom P154/P122, Restricted Earth Fault (REF), TEC System T15 Competency with testing equipment: VLF, Campano, Sverker, Pressure Test. Certified in electricity at work and experience of delivering efficient and effective services to customers whether on site or at a planning stage from an office environment. Good knowledge of H&S and its practical implications. Good knowledge of Distribution Safety rules and their application. Computer literate skilled in MS office Full driver s License, willingness to travel within the UK as required, and work weekends as overtime or with a day off in the week. Behavioural Competencies: Good interpersonal skills with a pleasant and can-do attitude. Highly organised and tidy. Must have a positive and confident approach to tasks. Good problem-solving skills. Able to work independently, within/ or leading a team. Does this sound interesting? We would love to hear from you. Our application process is quick and easy. Apply today!
