Overview
EQUANS are looking for a Maintenance Manager working on our Royal Calderdale Hospital contract in Halifax. This role would be a permanent full-time role working 40 hours per week. On offer is a competitive salary and benefits package.
General Overview: Responsible for overseeing the Maintenance delivery on an acute hospital setting, managing both internal and external labour. Responsible for the Building Fabric; you will also be required to assist other members of the team in the service delivery. Collaborate and co-operate with the senior team to deliver a client-driven, cost effective and efficient Facilities Management Service at Calderdale Royal Hospital.
Responsibilities
* Oversee and deliver maintenance in an acute hospital setting, coordinating internal and external labour.
* Manage Building Fabric and assist other team members in service delivery.
* Collaborate with the senior team to provide a client-driven, cost effective facilities management service at Calderdale Royal Hospital.
* Deliver a safe, compliant hospital environment that supports patient experience.
* Provide support to the estates team and the wider site team where needed.
* Manage fabric-related maintenance budgets, including planned preventive maintenance (PPM), reactive works, minor works, and emergency repairs.
* Oversee external contractors delivering fabric maintenance and minor works projects, ensuring value for money, statutory compliance (including HTMs), and adherence to service level agreements.
* Supervise a team of fabric technicians and grounds staff; monitor performance and ensure training and development.
* Cover for other managers during periods of leave and support line management as required.
* Ensure compliance with statutory requirements such as fire safety (e.g., fire door inspections), legionella risk management, infection prevention, and accessibility (DDA).
* Provide technical input to capital schemes and refurbishments; act as a key stakeholder in minor capital or lifecycle replacement projects affecting the fabric and grounds of the estate.
* Apply analytical, practical, and forward-thinking problem solving to ensure the hospital built environment supports safe and uninterrupted patient care.
* Carry out AP duties in accordance with HTMs, contractual compliance, and other relevant regulations.
Qualifications
Essential Qualifications
* A recognised Level 3 or higher qualification in a building, construction, or fabric-related discipline, such as City & Guilds or NVQ Level 3 in carpentry, joinery, plastering, painting & decorating, building maintenance, or equivalent.
* BTEC, HNC/HND in Building Studies, Construction Management, or related field (or working toward).
* IOSH Managing Safely or equivalent health and safety qualification (or willingness to attain within 6 months).
* Evidence of ongoing CPD relevant to the built environment or healthcare estates.
Desirable Qualifications
* NEBOSH General or Construction Certificate.
* Fire door inspection certification or other fire safety-related qualifications.
* Qualifications in project or contractor management (e.g., PRINCE2 Foundation, ILM Level 3/5).
Experience
Essential Experience
* Significant hands-on experience in building fabric maintenance in a complex environment (ideally healthcare or similar regulated setting).
* Proven experience of managing multi-skilled maintenance teams and external contractors.
* Ability to interpret and apply statutory requirements and technical guidance, including Building Regulations, HTMs, and infection control measures.
* Experience planning and delivering PPM schedules, managing reactive works, and overseeing minor works projects.
* Budget awareness and understanding of delivering services within financial constraints.
Desirable Experience
* Experience working in a live clinical or hospital environment, with understanding of sensitivities around patients and staff.
* Familiarity with CAFM systems for maintenance management and reporting (e.g., Maximo, Concept).
* Authorised Person (AP) position previously held or willingness to take on the role.
What can we offer you?
On offer is a competitive salary and benefits package, which includes:
* 24 days annual leave
* Life Cover equivalent to 1.5 times annual salary
* Employee discount schemes on major brands and retailers
* Gym membership discounts
* Cycle to work scheme
* Holiday purchase scheme
* 2 corporate social responsibility days per year
* Broad range of learning opportunities and professional development
* Employee referral rewards
* Access to employee networks and 24/7 Employee Assistance Program
Who are we?
EQUANS is a provider of sustainable facilities management and regeneration, and cutting-edge energy and digital services. Our 15,000 employees deliver decarbonisation across the built environment and help organisations accelerate the transition to a low carbon, resilient world.
Globally, EQUANS is a world leader in the energy and services sector with operations in 20 countries, 90,000 employees, and a turnover of 19.2 billion euros in 2024. EQUANS is a subsidiary of the Bouygues group.
What’s next?
If this role is of interest, please apply. A member of our Resourcing Team will review your application and be in touch. We encourage applications from diverse backgrounds and welcome all candidates who identify with protected characteristic groups under the Equality Act 2010.
Notes
For this role, you must have evidence of the right to work in the UK. Some roles may require disclosure checks or security vetting as noted in the role requirements. A criminal record will not necessarily be a barrier to employment. Agency involvement is not required.
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