Estates Manager

NHS National Services Scotland; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking an Estates Manager to lead maintenance operations at a major hospital. This role involves overseeing both reactive and preventative maintenance, ensuring compliance with regulations, and managing complex systems in a dynamic environment. The successful candidate will have a strong background in building maintenance and engineering, along with excellent communication and leadership skills. Join a team dedicated to providing top-notch healthcare services to a diverse community and make a significant impact in a role that combines technical expertise with managerial responsibilities.

Qualifications

• Degree in engineering or building discipline required.
• Experience in estates management and statutory compliance is essential.

Responsibilities

• Oversee reactive and preventative maintenance within hospital buildings.
• Ensure compliance with operational guidance within a healthcare environment.

Skills

Building Maintenance

Electrical Systems

Engineering Systems

Water Systems

Communication Skills

Management Skills

Education

Degree in Engineering or Building Discipline

Job description

Job Title: Estates Manager

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde is one of the largest healthcare systems in the UK, employing around 40,000 staff across a wide range of clinical and non-clinical roles. We provide acute hospital, primary, community, and mental health services to a population of over 1.15 million, extending to 2.2 million when regional and national services are included.

The shift pattern for this role is Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm, with an on-call requirement.

Role Overview

Queen Elizabeth University Hospital Operational Estates is seeking an Estates Manager to oversee reactive and preventative maintenance within the hospital campus buildings.

Qualifications and Experience

• Applicants should have, or be working towards, a degree in an engineering or building discipline.
• The successful candidate will either currently hold an AfC Band 7 estates position within GG&C or possess the relevant educational qualifications and experience.

Key Requirements

• Extensive knowledge and experience in building maintenance, complex electrical/engineering systems, and water systems in large healthcare premises.
• Experience in estates management, statutory compliance, and operational guidance within a healthcare environment.

Skills and Competencies

• Good communication and management skills, with the ability to meet deadlines in a demanding environment.
• Ability to work independently, provide leadership, and foster positive relationships within and outside the organization.
• Participation in the managers on-call rota is essential.

Additional Information

The Person Specification details the essential and desirable qualifications, experience, and competencies required for this role.

For informal contact, please reach out to Kerr Clarkson, Site Manager Operational Estates, at [e-mail].

Application details can be found within the Candidate Information Packs.

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