Estates Manager

Location: Estates Manager
Job Type: Temporary
Duration: Initially 3 months, with potential for extension

Start Date: ASAP
Working Hours: 37.5 hours per week
Pay Rate: -30.50 PAYE Inclusive of Holiday Pay

Job Purpose:

To manage and deliver high-quality Mechanical and Electrical Estates services across a hospital site. This role ensures compliance, safety, and performance standards while supporting patient-focused service delivery and strategic development within the Estates & Facilities division.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead day-to-day management of mechanical, electrical, and building systems (HVAC, boilers, medical gases, power systems, etc.).
• Oversee internal teams and contractors to ensure compliance, efficiency, and value for money.
• Manage team performance, training, and development, promoting a culture of service excellence.
• Prepare technical reports, specifications, and tender evaluations.
• Ensure all statutory requirements and safety standards are met.
• Contribute to strategic planning, policy development, and capital project support.
• Represent Estates on internal committees and liaise with clinical teams and senior management.
• Participate in on-call rota for Estates management.

Essential Requirements:

• Degree or equivalent in Building Services Engineering or related discipline.
• Professional registration (e.g. IEng or CEng) with IHEEM, CIBSE, IET, or similar.
• Significant experience at senior level within healthcare estates or similar complex environment.
• Knowledge and experience with key healthcare systems (HTM compliance, medical gases, pressure systems, etc.).
• Proven leadership, staff management, and budget management skills.
• Excellent communication, analytical, and report-writing skills.