Director of Operations (Facilities)
ADMK Limited was established to develop and manage high‑quality healthcare facilities at Milton Keynes University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust. Following the successful delivery of a number of healthcare facilities and significant growth in the estates’ portfolio, ADMK is entering an exciting new phase focused on long‑term facilities management, operational delivery and strategic development.
We are looking for an experienced Director of Operations (Facilities) to lead this next stage of growth. You will provide strategic and operational leadership for the non‑construction activities of the organisation, ensuring the safe, compliant and high‑quality delivery of hard and soft facilities management services across ADMK buildings on the MKUH sites.
As a Board Director, you will play a key role in corporate governance, financial stewardship and operational planning, contributing to both annual and five‑year business plans. You will work closely with MKUH, NHS England and a wide range of internal and external stakeholders to align ADMK’s operational delivery with MKUH priorities and will support outstanding patient care.
You will bring senior leadership experience in estates, facilities or similarly complex service environments, alongside strong skills in contract management, financial and operational performance, people leadership and stakeholder engagement. You will be values‑driven, resilient and comfortable operating in a fast‑moving and evolving environment.
Organisational Duties and Responsibilities
* Strategic leadership and day‑to‑day operational leadership of the non‑construction side of the organisation.
* Working with NHS England to agree the parameters within which the subsidiary can operate going forward.
* Project evaluation to determine whether it is appropriate for ADMK Limited to undertake the activity and under what terms.
* People management, both directly for staff in the direct structure and more broadly; working with HR support to establish the right policies and procedures for ADMK Limited.
* Establish business plan both on an annual and 5‑yearly basis.
Operational Duties and Responsibilities
* Operational leadership for the building management of those facilities that ADMK Limited services; taking managerial, professional and technical responsibility to deliver high‑quality hard/soft FM support services.
* Provide safe and efficient management of buildings & engineering services and ensure that buildings, plant and equipment comply with all legislative requirements.
* Performance target delivery in line with the contracts in place and negotiate those contracts.
* Develop service strategies, including whether to insource or outsource.
* Deliver business plans.
* Develop, implement and monitor policies and procedures.
* Strong engagement with all staff groups.
* Input into procurement processes/decisions and management of third‑party contracts.
* Ensure that appropriate risk assessments are undertaken and reported.
* Develop and promote a culture where staff feel valued and encouraged to suggest service improvements.
* Build and develop effective partnerships and joint working relationships with key stakeholders.
Board and Corporate Duties
* Board coordination and management of the risk register.
* Legal obligations in relation to Companies House and contracting.
* Insurances.
* Financial stewardship in relation to overseeing transactions and monthly financial results.
* Financial monitoring for project and contract profitability.
* Tax compliance.
* Annual audit exercise.
* Seeking third‑party advice as required.
* Oversight of corporate functions (HR / Finance / Governance).
Additional Information
Interview date: Wednesday 13th of May 2026
Advert closes on Monday 27 Apr 2026
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