Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust has ambitious plans to transform healthcare in North Manchester through the North Manchester General Hospital (NMGH) Redevelopment Programme which will deliver a new hospital and health campus at the existing North Manchester General Hospital site.
This major investment will support the transformation of how we deliver our services and create modern facilities that support world-class clinical care for our communities. This role provides a unique opportunity to be part of one of the largest public sector health transformation programmes being delivered across Manchester.
The NMGH New Hospital Project Digital Infrastructure & Technology Design Lead will be part of the Digital Workstream, contributing to the delivery of future-ready healthcare infrastructure aligned with national standards and intelligent hospital design principles.
This position supports the integration of intelligent hospital capabilities, including digitally empowered patients through accessible, interoperable systems; smart buildings designed with embedded digital infrastructure to support real-time data, automation, and predictive maintenance; digitally enabled staff with tools that enhance clinical workflows and decision-making; hospitals without walls, promoting integrated care across physical and virtual environments.
The NMGH New Hospital Project Digital Infrastructure and Technology Design Lead will spearhead the planning, coordination, and delivery of complex infrastructure initiatives that underpin the digital transformation of North Manchester General Hospital (NMGH). Working closely with core MFT Senior technology leadership (Head of Networks, Head of Datacentre, Head of Digital Support and End user technology, Head of Operations, Head of Digital Architecture, Head of Cyber Security) and cross-functional stakeholders, the postholder will define project scope, undertake research on technology, define success criteria, and gain a strong technical understanding of requirements to ensure strategic alignment and seamless execution.
The post holder will lead the design and operationalisation of secure, scalable infrastructure solutions—spanning architecture, networks, and cybersecurity—while managing governance, risk, and vendor relationships. A key element will be the operationalisation of new technology to ensure it is sustainable, supportable by the digital teams, and resilient.
The role will be responsible for the design of end-to-end digital foundation & infrastructure, including network architecture, data centres, cybersecurity frameworks, and smart building technologies. In addition, the role will coordinate with construction teams to embed digital infrastructure into the physical build (e.g., cabling, server rooms, IoT sensors).
Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT) is the largest provider of specialist services, and our Oxford Road Campus in Manchester, the largest health academic campus in Europe - what better place to shape and develop your leadership career.
We deliver care to over 1 million patients & users each year through our 10 hospitals and extensive community services. Our 30,000 plus strong workforce is central to our success and innovation.
You will play a pivotal part in supporting our operational excellence and strategic ambitions. You’ll work collaboratively with clinical and non-clinical teams, driving improvements that enhance patient experience, staff wellbeing, and service efficiency across the Trust.
MFT offers a dynamic, inclusive environment where your leadership, ideas, and expertise are valued. You’ll have access to professional development, digital tools and opportunities to contribute to transformational projects that shape the future of healthcare delivery.
We are committed to supporting your growth and wellbeing, recognising the vital role you play in our organisation’s success.
Join us and help shape the future of our Trust—make a real difference to our teams, our services, and our communities, and fundamentally, our patients.
J-18808-Ljbffr