NHS Associate Director of Operations – Estates | Band 8C | 3–6 Month Assignment
Are you a hands-on estates leader with strong operational know-how and NHS experience?
We’re working with a growing healthcare estates subsidiary in the Midlands that’s seeking an experienced interim Assistant Director of Operations to lead day-to-day estates and facilities functions. This is a practical, delivery-focused role and would be ideal for someone who’s operated at Head of Estates level or above in an NHS setting.
What’s on offer:
* Band 8C equivalent day rate
* 3–6 month assignment
* Full-time role
* Mostly on-site in the Midlands
You’ll be responsible for operational leadership across engineering, maintenance, compliance and service contracts. This includes delivering improvements across statutory compliance, capital projects and contract performance – all while maintaining a strong safety culture and operational grip.
You’ll need:
* Extensive NHS Estates and Facilities leadership experience at Head of Level or above
* In-depth knowledge of building management, compliance frameworks, and HTMs
* A confident, practical approach to service delivery and incident response
* Strong communication and leadership skills, with the ability to build positive relationships with contractors and clinical colleagues alike
WHY WORK WITH PRACTICUS?
We’ve been supporting the NHS with the provision of senior interims since 2004. We care about what we do as much as you care about what you do. If you feel you could help my client and the many people whose lives would be improved and enriched by the successful delivery of this portfolio, then I’d absolutely love to hear from you.