Overview
The Estates Officer - Mechanical and Buildings will be responsible for the maintenance and upkeep of mechanical engineering and building services throughout Harrogate & District NHS Foundation Trust (HDFT). This includes building services, automatic, active and passive fire protection, heating, domestic water services, ventilation, medical gases, decontamination, theatre systems, lifts and other engineering services as designated by the Compliance and Mechanical Services Manager and the Head of Operational Estates. The role includes providing support to the Compliance and Mechanical Services Manager and the Head of Operational Estates in the efficient operation of engineering services, including effective management of a multi-disciplinary workforce and specialist contractors. A high level of technical competency is essential to provide first line technical support to all staff. The post holder should be willing to undertake training to support technical and managerial development, work on their own initiative, and communicate effectively with all members of HIF and HDFT.
Responsibilities
* Accountable to the Head of Operational Estates and responsible to the Compliance and Mechanical Services Manager for the cost‑effective and efficient operation of all plant, equipment and services within their control, including planning, monitoring and co-ordination of engineering maintenance programmes.
* Deputise for the Estates Operations Manager and other Estates Officers as required.
* Actively participate in the implementation, operation and improvement of computer aided facilities management (CAFM) software, identifying and utilising methods to monitor work streams and identify gaps in compliance.
* Prepare reports on a wide range of subjects (e.g., response time analysis, compliance).
* Manage consultants, temporary technical staff, contractors, trade and operational staff within the department as required.
* Manage engineering maintenance on a day‑to‑day basis, including dealing with operational incidents as they arise, acting as AP for a range of mechanical or electrical services as designated by the senior management team.
* Plan, organise and implement the programme of engineering maintenance, taking into account site operational requirements and ensuring non‑compliances are resolved or escalated immediately; ensure all mechanical services are maintained in line with industry standards (HTMs, HBNs, Legionella Control, L8, WIAPS or others).
About us
Harrogate Integrated Facilities (HIF) is a wholly owned subsidiary of Harrogate and District Foundation Trust (HDFT). HIF provides services to the hospital and community services including Maintenance, Sterile Services, Portering, Catering, Equipment Library, Linen and Sewing Room, Security, Car Parking, General Office, Front Desk, Reception, Waste Management, Courier Services, and Domestics.
Requirements and Qualifications
* Essential: HNC qualification or equivalent experience.
* Essential: Asbestos Awareness qualification.
Experience and Knowledge
* Essential: Experience in a management or supervisory role in a hospital or similar environment.
* Essential: Completion of an appropriate engineering apprenticeship.
* Essential: Experience in management of maintenance work and knowledge of health and safety legislation.
Skills
* Essential: Excellent presentation and communication skills, both written and verbal.
* Essential: Ability to meet objectives whilst working under pressure.
Additional Information
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975; a Disclosure to the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) will be required. Applications from job seekers requiring Skilled Worker sponsorship will be considered. For visa guidance, visit the UK Visas and Immigration website. No relocation packages are offered for Agenda for Change roles.
Details
Date posted: 01 September 2025
Pay scheme: Agenda for Change
Band: Band 7
Salary: £47,810 to £54,710 per annum (pro rata)
Contract: Permanent
Working pattern: Full-time
Reference: 421-HIF-3050S-C
Job location: Harrogate Integrated Facilities, Harrogate, HG2 7RY
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