Head of EstatesLocation: Saintfield Road, Belfast BT8 8BHSalary: £27.49 per hourHours: Full-Time, Mon – Fri, 9am -5pm, 37.5 hours per weekContract: Temporary 6 months (with potential for extension)Join Our Team – Head of EstatesMPA Recruitment is currently seeking an experienced Head of Estates to lead the Estates Department within a leading public sector healthcare organisation in Belfast. This is a high-impact senior management role responsible for overseeing estates strategy, capital projects, facilities compliance, and asset management across the organisation.Key Responsibilities:Strategic Leadership & ComplianceDevelop and implement an Estates Strategy to deliver a fit-for-purpose estate aligned with operational priorities.Ensure compliance with statutory and regulatory obligations, including health and safety and environmental legislation.Oversee risk management, governance, and quality improvement frameworks across estates and facilities functions.Facilities & Asset ManagementLead and modernise asset management systems, including inventory control, condition surveys, and planned maintenance.Ensure compliance with performance and financial targets in line with organisational strategy and national standards.Support energy conservation and implement sustainable environmental management practices.Capital ProjectsDrive capital build projects from design to delivery, ensuring high-quality and cost-effective outcomes.Collaborate with internal teams and external stakeholders to meet deadlines, budget requirements, and service improvements.Prepare business cases and manage contracts in line with procurement and financial governance frameworks.Team & Financial LeadershipManage a high-performing estates team using performance management principles.Provide strategic advice to the Director and Trust Board on estates operations and capital investment.Lead on project reporting, budget oversight, and compliance monitoring across all estates functions.Essential Criteria:A relevant professional qualification AND at least 3 years’ senior-level experience in Estates Management, Health and Safety, Compliance, and Corporate ServicesORAt least 5 years’ experience in a senior estates role in a major organisation.Corporate membership of one of the following (or equivalent):The Institute of Healthcare Engineering and Estate ManagementThe Institute of Workplace and Facilities ManagementThe Chartered Institution of Building Services EngineersThe Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (Building/Quantity Surveying)Registered ArchitectDemonstrable experience of managing strategic estates functions, asset planning, capital projects, and staff leadership.Strong communication and influencing skills with the ability to present to senior leadership and boards.Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle (unless exempt under the Disability Discrimination Act).How to Apply:To apply, please send your CV to patrick.mccloskey@mparecruitment.co.ukFor further details or a confidential discussion, call us on 02895 211 111MPA Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all sections of the community.
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