Job Summary
We are seeking an experienced and highly motivated Estates Operations Manager to take responsibility for the operational management of the Trust's estates at designated site(s). This is a senior, site-based role ensuring that all buildings, engineering systems, infrastructure and grounds are safe, compliant, efficient and fit for purpose, supporting the delivery of high-quality patient care.
The post holder will lead the provision of an effective and patient-focused estates maintenance service, delivered through a mix of directly employed staff and external contractors, ensuring compliance with NHS guidance, statutory legislation and best practice.
You will provide senior technical leadership, act as an Authorised/Responsible Person across key estates disciplines, and play a central role in service improvement, risk management, and operational resilience.
Key Responsibilities
Estates Operations & Compliance
Overall responsibility for site-level estates maintenance, repair and engineering services
Ensure compliance with statutory legislation, HSE guidance, Health Technical Memoranda (HTMs) and NHS standards
Act as Authorised/Responsible Person for disciplines such as:
Medical Gases
Electrical Safety (HV/LV)
Water Safety/Legionella
Specialist Ventilation
Decontamination
Ensure asbestos management duties are effectively discharged
Lead risk assessments, safe systems ...