M&E Estates Officer (Public Sector) VANRATH are searching for an experienced M&E Estates Officer (Public Sector) for their client, a large Public Sector organisation based in Belfast on a 6 month contract with the likelihood of it leading to a permanent position. Responsibilities To support the Head of Estates in the management of Estates Maintenance Contracts / Contractors to provide an effective Estates / Facilities Management Service that will deliver an estate that is safe, and 'fit for purpose', in line with operational needs. To work with managers and contractors to ensure compliance with the relevant statutory obligations including health and safety and environmental legislation, in the delivery of an effective estates management service. To proactively assist in the delivery of major and minor works projects, reactive, remedial and planned maintenance programmes in a cost effective, structured and timely fashion. To ensure compliance with financial and procurement rules and ensure good governance in the estates budget and management of contractors. To enable Client to deliver its statutory and regulatory requirements including the delivery of planned, preventative and reactive maintenance programmes to address the issues in the estate. To ensure utilities conservation and maximise energy efficiency for the future. To ensure facilities are being managed in a consistent manner, meeting the Operational needs The Ideal Person Esstenial Possess a relevant degree or HND, or equivalent, qualification in a relevant subject e.g. Energy and Building Services Engineering; Facilities Management; Electrical Engineering, Surveying, Construction in the Built Environment etc OR Have at least 5 years' relevant management experience within the construction industry, in a Facilities/Estates management role AND Demonstrable experience of managing and delivering effective solutions for a facilities/estates function in 2 of the following 3 areas: Building, Surveying and Maintenance Mechanical Engineering Services Electrical Engineering Services Hold a current full driving licence which is valid for use in the UK and have access to a car on appointment. Desirable Criteria Possess a qualification in Health and Safety such as the NEBOSH Certificate. Have experience of working within the Health Sector, local government or wider public sector. Demonstrable experience in the use of CAD architectural drawing software Demonstrable experience in the use of CAFM software e.g. Micad, 3i etc Remuneration c£37,338 per annum benefits. For further information on this vacancy, or any other Public Sector job in Belfast or wider Northern Ireland, please apply via the link below or contact Chris Haddock in the strictest confidence. Follow VANRATH on LinkedIn for: Expert career advice. The latest Top Jobs. Industry News. And much more Skills: M&E Estates Officer Facilities Officer