Job Summary
We are seeking an experienced and highly motivated professional to lead our Risk, Quality & Assurance function within Estates & Facilities. This strategic role is pivotal in ensuring robust governance, compliance, and continuous improvement across all NHS Lothian premises, including PFI and leased sites. Reporting to the Director of Estates & Facilities, you will:
* Support the delivery and development of improved performance and compliance across NHS Lothian Estates & Facilities through the implementation of risk, quality and assurance management methodologies.
* Lead the implementation of NHS Lothians Estates & Facilities Risk, Quality & Assurance Management Strategy.
* Lead and manage the Risk, Quality & Assurance Management Team and Service to raise the profile of risk, quality and assurance management through the development, implementation and monitoring of relevant strategies and policies.
* Provide expert advice on statutory compliance, assurance frameworks, and risk management methodologies.
* Act as the designated Incident and Safety Alert Notice Officer (Responsible Person) for NHS Lothian Estates & Facilities in accordance with SHTN 00-44 and lead robust governance arrangements for safety alerts.
* Manage a multi‑disciplinary team (approx. 20 WTE) and oversee budgets of around £1 M revenue plus significant capital allocations.
* Develop and monitor governance arrangements, performance frameworks, and compliance systems.
* Engage with senior stakeholders, including the NHS Board Executive Leadership Team, and external bodies such as NHS Assure, Scottish Government, and regulatory agencies.
* Provide cover for the Director and Associate Director in their absence.
Legal & Compliance Requirements
Due to legislative changes from 1 April 2025, this post may require a different level of criminal records check than is currently the case. If the post is assessed as a "regulated role", your appointment will be subject to joining the Protecting Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme. If the post holder is not a current PVG member for the required regulatory group (i.e. child and/or adult) an application will need to be made to Disclosure Scotland and deemed satisfactory before they can begin in post. If there is any change to what is currently required, this will be confirmed by either the Hiring Manager or the Recruitment Team.
Qualifications
* Educated to SCQF Level 11 (Masters) or equivalent experience in risk, safety, and quality management, plus a postgraduate qualification in leadership/management.
* Proven track record in risk, quality and assurance management within Estates & Facilities.
* Strong knowledge of NHS statutory and mandatory compliance requirements.
* Financial and staff management experience at a senior level.
Key Skills
* Highly developed analytical, communication and leadership skills.
* Ability to interpret complex data, develop and implement policies, procedures, protocols and devise and implement monitoring tools.
* Experience of managing others, managing change, managing projects and contributing to strategic developments within identified timescales.
Location
Edinburgh, Gateshead or Maidenhead
Commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
We will fully support disabled candidates, and candidates with long‑term conditions or who are neurodivergent by making reasonable adjustments to our recruitment policy and practices.
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