#3 - Engineering Facilities Management - Ally McIver, Joshua Slade and Damian MacManus

In this episode of The Facilities Management Exchange, we sit down with three outstanding engineers whose careers in Facilities Management are truly inspiring.

Ally MacIver is an accomplished Engineering and Technical Services Manager with a distinguished track record across building management, logistics, and the supply chain sector. His breadth of experience and leadership speaks for itself.

Joshua Slade, the youngest guest on the panel, currently serves as Technical Manager at the Museum of London. Josh is a standout example for early-career professionals, demonstrating just how much can be achieved in a short period of time through dedication and skill.

Damian MacManus, an armed forces veteran from New Zealand, has built an impressive engineering career following his military service and now works at JLL. Throughout the episode, Damian shares invaluable insights drawn from both his service background and his years in the FM industry.

In this episode, you’ll hear discussions on:

• Remembrance Day
• Transitioning from military service into Facilities Management
• Different management styles within FM
• Salary potential across the FM profession
• Recruitment and marketing to the next generation
• The role of AI in engineering
• “Ghosties” and other on-the-job stories