Estates Officer - Technical Building Lead

NHS; Bath; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Bath is looking for an Estates Officer to ensure the safe management of hospital buildings. The ideal candidate will hold an HND in a relevant field and possess strong technical expertise. You will support compliance, manage contractors, and contribute to sustainability initiatives. This permanent, full-time position offers a salary between £38,682 to £46,580 per annum with comprehensive staff benefits.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Staff well-being program

Holistic approach to healthy living

Qualifications

• Demonstrable in-depth knowledge within a required technical discipline.
• Knowledge of HTMs, HBNs and Estates specific legislation.
• Ability to evaluate, develop and implement systems and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Support the safe, efficient, and compliant management of hospital buildings.
• Ensure compliance with statutory regulations, HTMs, and industry best practices.
• Supervise contractors and maintenance teams.

Skills

Technical expertise in Asbestos

Good interpersonal skills

Sound IT skills in Microsoft Office Suite

Team Leadership experience

Education

HND in Construction, Architecture or Surveying

Tools

CAD

CAFM systems

Job description

Job summary

If you're passionate about quality, safety, and sustainability, we'd love to hear from you. At the RUH, we strive to attract individuals who thrive in a dynamic, supportive environment and who are motivated to work as part of a collaborative team.

In this critical role, you will be part of a wider Estates team responsible for the safe, efficient operation, development, and management of building systems across the RUH estate. You will play a proactive role in maintaining and improving the hospital's physical environment, helping to ensure the effective delivery of both clinical and non‑clinical services.

You will put your technical knowledge and expertise to use, using proactive problem‑solving and collaborating with stakeholders. You will be working in a high‑demand healthcare environment, contributing to the continuous improvement of the Trust's estate and ensuring a safe environment for our patients, staff, and visitors.

You will carry out specific technical responsibilities in line with this designation, supporting various estate functions, including operational services, capital projects, and sustainability initiatives. You may at times deputise for our Senior Estates Officer (Building).

We have several great projects on sites that would require your input, including a £24 million project to make the RUH Bath portfolio more energy efficient.

Responsibilities

• Support the safe, efficient, and compliant management of hospital buildings and systems.
• Maintain accurate records and assist with system commissioning and validation.
• Ensure compliance with statutory regulations, HTMs, and industry best practices.
• Act as an Authorised Person under supervision, assisting in the overseeing of Asbestos, Confined Space and Working at Height compliance.
• Contribute to the development of asset registers, condition surveys, and capital replacement plans.
• Support the implementation of the Estates Operational Strategy, Quality Management System (QMS), and Sustainability Strategy.
• Supervise contractors and maintenance teams, supporting both planned and reactive maintenance programmes.
• Assist with service shutdowns when required.
• Assist with audits, risk assessments, and compliance reporting.
• Analyse data to identify trends and support informed decision‑making.
• Contribute to policy development and process implementation.
• Implement innovative and sustainable approaches to estates management.

Qualifications & Training – Essential

• HND in Construction, Architecture or Surveying or Recognised and registered EITB, City & Guilds, modern apprenticeship, NVQ level 4 or approved equivalent training in Construction, Architecture or Surveying
• Demonstrable in‑depth knowledge and experience within a required technical discipline (e.g. Asbestos, Working at Height, Confined Space etc.)

Qualifications & Training – Desirable

• Specialist knowledge gained from working in a similar role
• Member of relevant healthcare or engineering institutes, i.e. IHEEM, HEFMA, CIBSE, IET etc.
• Experience across several of the HTMs acting as either a CP or AP.
• Efficiency improvement training, i.e. Lean / Six

Knowledge & Experience – Essential

• Knowledge of HTMs, HBNs and Estates specific legislation
• Good interpersonal skills: influencing, negotiation, communication skills (written and verbal)
• Sound IT skills in Microsoft Office Suite, CAD and CAFM systems
• Ability to evaluate, develop and implement systems and procedures
• Experience of working in a similar role

Knowledge & Experience – Desirable

• Good knowledge of energy efficient working practices within engineering
• Experience across several of the HTMs acting as either a CP or AP.
• Previous experience of working with a quality management system (e.g. ISO 9001)

Specific Skills – Essential

• Team Leadership experience, and the ability to positively negotiate with and influence others
• Previous knowledge of managing asbestos in line with Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012

Specific Skills – Desirable

• Change management skills

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

About us

At the RUH we put people at the heart of what we do, working together as one team to make a difference for our patients, each other, and our community. No matter what your role is, we value everyone's contribution in supporting the exceptional, person‑centred care we pride ourselves on.

We are proud to be in the top 20 best hospitals to work for in the country.

We are committed to creating a compassionate and inclusive environment. This can be seen in our growing community of staff networks – celebrating successes and creating opportunities to listen and learn. We value our differences, champion kindness and civility, and truly believe that diversity makes us stronger.

A culture of learning, developing and innovating is the thread that runs throughout our whole organisation. We want to support you to thrive, taking your career to its full potential.

We value staff wellbeing, with a well‑established programme of support. We believe in a holistic approach spanning all aspects of living a healthy life, including physical, emotional, spiritual and financial wellbeing. We've even got a pool!

We are committed to supporting you and hope you want to join our team. In the meantime, find out more about living and working the beautiful historic city of Bath, learn about our extensive package of staff benefits, and read about how we're providing healthcare fit for the future with the landmark Dyson Cancer Centre and our passion for research.

Employment details

Pay scheme: Agenda for change
Band: Band 6
Salary: £38,682 to £46,580 a year per annum
Contract: Permanent
Working pattern: Full‑time

Right to Work

The Trust is unable to provide sponsorship for this role. Applicants must have an alternative means of demonstrating their Right to Work in the UK.

Employer information

Royal United Hospitals Bath NHS Foundation Trust
Royal United Hospital Trust, Combe Park, Bath, BA1 3NG

Website: https://www.ruh.nhs.uk/