Job summary
The post holder will be responsible for the management of an efficient, cost effective, Engineering maintenance and repair service to North Yorkshire and York area including Teesside for the purpose of health care.
The base for this role is optional between 3 sites
Foss park, York
Cross Lane, Scarborough
Acklam Road Hospital, Middlesbrough
In relation to buildings structures, the post holder will also be responsible for the procurement, preparation, including feasibility studies, of designated capital schemes as the need arises.
The post holder will be required to provide technical and managerial support to the Estates Manages and Head of Estates, with specific responsibility for the effective and efficient management, procurement and control of building maintenance, design and installation criteria with respect to capital/minor works schemes and Estates condition surveys.
To provide technical advice and discussion with clients, where necessary and assist in achieving correctly prepared design requirements, to suit specific or particular needs.
Flexibility to assist/cover other Estates Officers with their responsibilities when directed by the Estates Manages and Head of Estates.
Main duties of the job
Responsible for management of the Engineering Supervisor, together with overall management of the Engineering maintenance on a day-to-day operational basis
Responsible for the development and implementation of the Engineering Planned Preventative Maintenance System, including continuous performance monitoring against NHS performance indicators, and national standards
Manage and monitor the agreed Annual Life Cycle Maintenance programme as directed by the Estates Manages and Head of Estates. Evaluate design criteria and solutions and advise Trust managers of compliance with briefing requirements/information and assimilation of same into specifications, drawings and other tender documentation
Responsible for the procurement and delivery of the design and management of architectural/Engineering/maintenance services in all refurbishment, Minor New Works and maintenance schemes from initial conception through to final account
Ensure liaison and exchange of technical project related information between Hospital Managers, Specialists, non-specialists, Consultants, Contractors and suppliers to develop the project brief and design/construction compliance. Develop client's briefs and submissions using interpersonal communicative skills to formulate specific designs and specifications.
About us
The EFM Directorate provides a support service to the Trust with the Estates department being responsible for the repair, maintenance and management of building and engineering services within the Trust.
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Estates Officer (Engineering) to join our multi-disciplined Estates team.
The post holder will have a Mechanical Engineering background and will be responsible for the management of Engineering operational maintenance service in the Durham, Teesside and Forensic. This important role within our organisation will require an individual with specific detailed knowledge in the field of Mechanical Engineering.
This role will cover the Durham, Teesside and Forensic area, also at times may be asked to help Trust wide sites for periods of time as the service dictates.
Details
Date posted
09 January 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 7
Salary
£47,810 to £54,710 a year per annum
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
346-EF-138-25-A
Job locations
Roseberry Park Hospital / Cross Lane, Scarborough / Foss Park, York
Matron Road
Middlesbrough
TS4 3AF
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please refer to the attached job description and person specification for further detailed information to ensure that you meet the role criteria before applying.
Please email Paul Sharp (Estates Manager) at for further information.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
1. Higher National Certificate (HNC) in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent
Desirable
2. Qualified to Honours Degree standard.
3. Professional registration at
Experience
Essential
4. Significant management experience of contract works and/or direct labour workforce for engineering maintenance
5. Working experience in procurement of engineering design schemes
6. Experience in engineering management
Desirable
7. Experience working in an NHS environment and the management of Planned Preventative Maintenance systems
8. Management of budgets and meeting specified targets
9. Experience working with Energy/Engineering Management systems.
Skills and Knowledge
Essential
10. A thorough working knowledge of all aspects of engineering maintenance/installation work.
11. Knowledge in the procurement, design and specification of engineering building services
12. Team leader with ability to lead and co-ordinate full maintenance team and act as focal point for all contract/maintenance related issues.
13. AutoCAD conversant, Conversant with CDM Legislation
14. Excellent written and verbal skills
Desirable
15. Approved advanced AutoCAD certification and willingness to attend various training.
16. Experience of Information Communications Technology systems.
17. Keyboard Skills.