Deputy Head of Estates

Are you ready to make a meaningful impact in a fast-paced environment? A leading public sector healthcare organisation is seeking a Deputy Head of Estates in West Sussex. In this role, you will be instrumental in shaping the maintenance strategy and ensuring compliance across the estate, working alongside a small and dedicated team.The Role As the Deputy Head of Estates, you ll: • Manage a small in-house team of Engineers and a Team Leader, overseeing specialist contractors.• Be responsible for devising and implementing the maintenance strategy.• Ensure building compliance documentation is maintained in strict accordance with health and safety standards.• Liaise with senior management to communicate budgetary constraints and timelines.• Collaborate with the capital department to guarantee seamless transitions and information sharing.You To be successful in the role of Deputy Head of Estates, you ll bring: • Relevant qualifications in electrical or mechanical engineering.• Solid experience in facilities management and team leadership.• Strong understanding of health and safety regulations and compliance documentation.• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to liaise effectively with senior management and contractors.• Proactive approach to problem-solving and process improvement.What''s in it for you? This role offers the chance to work within a forward-thinking organisation that values operational excellence. You will be part of a team committed to high ..... full job details .....