Mechanical Manager

Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust; Greater London; On-site; GBP 58,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a Mechanical Manager to lead its Estates & Facilities team. You will ensure safe, compliant operation of mechanical services across multiple sites and act as a trusted advisor to senior stakeholders.

You will drive maintenance, compliance and performance improvements while managing complex systems, contractors and budgets in a fast-paced NHS environment.

Qualifications

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent
• Authorised Person status or ability to achieve within 12 months in HTMs/Water/Ventilation requirements
• Continued professional development (CPD) demonstrated

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage mechanical services across the Trust for safe, compliant operation of water, ventilation, and medical gases.
• Oversee statutory compliance as Authorised Person, aligning with HTMs and regulations.
• Direct maintenance, contractors and CAFM systems to deliver PPM, reactive works and reporting.
• Manage budgets, procurement and lifecycle planning for mechanical assets.
• Provide expert advice to senior stakeholders on risk, governance and performance reporting.

Skills

Leadership

Mechanical systems

HTMs knowledge

Risk management

Contractor management

Communication skills

Education

Mechanical Engineering degree

Registered professional body

Tools

Maximo

MRI

IDOX

Job description

We are an award winning organisation providing care at two main hospital sites—Chelsea and Westminster Hospital and West Middlesex University Hospital—and a number of community-based services across London, such as sexual health and HIV clinics.

With 6,700 members of staff, we are proud to care for a diverse population of one million people. We are committed to ensuring that our workforce is just as diverse with a strong mix of skills and abilities.

Our staff are at the very heart of our organisation and we recognise the valuable contribution that each and every person working at the Trust makes. One of our Trust priorities is to be an employer of choice—a place where people want to start their career and to grow with us through continued education, professional development and support .

Main area Mechanical Engineering; Healthcare Compliance; Maintenance & Asset Management; Estates & Facilities Grade NHS AfC: Band 8a Contract Permanent Hours Full time - 37.5 hours per week (Hours per week) Job ref 289-CR-144-A

Site Chelsea & Westminster Hospital Town London Salary £57,528 - £64,750 Per Annum Salary period Yearly Closing 30/09/2026 23:59 Interview date 09/10/2026

Job overview

We are seeking an enthusiastic, experienced and motivated Mechanical Manager to join our Estates & Facilities team. This is a pivotal leadership role responsible for ensuring the safe, compliant and efficient operation of mechanical services across the Trust.

The successful candidate will provide specialist expertise in healthcare engineering, lead mechanical compliance and maintenance services, and act as a trusted advisor to senior stakeholders. You will play a key role in delivering high-quality, safe environments for patients and staff, while driving service improvement, performance, and value for money.

You will bring strong leadership skills, a proactive approach to problem-solving, and the ability to manage complex systems, contractors, and multi-site operations in a fast-paced NHS environment. A sound understanding of HTMs, statutory compliance, and risk management is essential.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to make a meaningful impact, shape service delivery, and contribute to strategic estates development within a high-performing Trust.

Main duties of the job

• Lead and manage mechanical services across the Trust, ensuring safe, compliant and efficient operation of all systems (e.g. water, ventilation, medical gases).
• Take Trust-wide responsibility for statutory compliance, acting as Authorised Person and ensuring alignment with HTMs and regulations.
• Oversee maintenance, contractors and CAFM systems to deliver PPM, reactive works, and accurate compliance reporting.
• Manage budgets, procurement, and lifecycle planning for mechanical assets.
• Provide expert advice to senior stakeholders and lead on risk, governance, and performance reporting.
• Ensuring statutory compliance and patient safety across all mechanical systems.
• Acting as the Trust’s technical authority for mechanical engineering and risk.
• Leading performance, audits, and compliance assurance.
• Managing teams and contractors across a multi-site environment.
• Strong specialist knowledge of healthcare mechanical systems and HTMs.
• Leadership and team management across complex services.
• Analytical and problem-solving skills for risk, performance, and lifecycle planning.
• Excellent communication and influencing skills with senior stakeholders.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a high-pressure NHS environment.

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Working for our organisation

Our Trust is one of England's top-performing and safest trusts. We operate two main acute hospital sites—Chelsea and Westminster Hospital and West Middlesex University Hospital—along with award-winning clinics across North West London.

Our nearly 7,500 staff care for a diverse population of 1.5m, providing full clinical services including maternity, A&E and children’s services, plus specialist HIV and sexual health care. The CQC rates us Good in safety, effectiveness, care and responsiveness, and Outstanding in leadership and resource use.

We continually invest in our facilities, including a £30m expansion of critical care at Chelsea and an £80m Ambulatory Diagnostic Centre at West Mid.

We are delivering sustainable healthcare through our Green Plan. In line with Greener NHS ambitions, we aim for net zero carbon emissions by 2045. Achieving this requires collective effort. We encourage staff to reduce their impact on carbon, waste and pollution wherever possible. Every action counts to create a healthier, more sustainable future.

We are committed to equal opportunities and believe diversity drives innovation and excellence. We welcome applications from the global majority, veterans and underrepresented communities, valuing the perspectives they bring.

If you haven’t heard from us within 3 weeks of the closing date, your application was likely unsuccessful. Employment is subject to a six-month probation. Some roles may require weekend shifts at multiple sites.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

• Ensure full compliance with HTMs, statutory requirements and Trust policies for all mechanical systems.
• Act as Authorised Person and technical lead for mechanical engineering, providing Trust-wide assurance and advice.
• Lead delivery of planned and reactive maintenance programmes, ensuring safety, performance, and service continuity.
• Manage mechanical services teams and contractors across multiple sites, including performance, development and accountability.
• Oversee CAFM systems to ensure accurate asset data, compliance tracking and reporting.
• Lead audits, risk management, and incident investigations, ensuring actions are implemented and risks mitigated.
• Manage budgets, procurement and contract performance, ensuring value for money.
• Support lifecycle planning and capital projects, providing expert input into asset replacement and resilience.
• Produce performance reports and present to senior stakeholders, supporting governance and decision-making.

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Person specification

Education & Qualification

• Degree (or equivalent experience) in Mechanical Engineering, Building Services Engineering or a closely related discipline.
• Authorised Person (or ability to achieve within 12 months) in one or more of: HTM 02-01 (MGPS), HTM 03-01 (Ventilation), HTM 04-01 (Water).
• City & Guilds 2079 -11 Cat 1 Safe Handling of Refrigerants City and Guilds 6187, 6090 or 7189 Refrigeration and Air Conditioning NVQ Level 2 / Level 3 City and Guilds F Gas Compliance
• Registered with a recognised professional body (e.g., IWFM, CIBSE, IOSH, NEBOSH).
• Evidence of continued professional development (CPD).

Experience

• Knowledge and experience of CAFM software e.g Maximo, MRI or IDOX
• Minimum of 5 years Industry relevant experience in delivery of multi-disciplined contract

Skills and knowledge

• Highly developed specialist knowledge of mechanical engineering in healthcare settings; deep familiarity with HTMs, relevant British Standards and statutory legislation.
• Strong knowledge of statutory and legal requirements impacting NHS estates and facilities.
• Significant experience managing compliance audits, including regulatory and contractual obligations.

Important

• There may be some occasions when we have to close a vacancy earlier than the advertised closing date, this will be due to a high volume of applications. You are therefore advised to submit your application as early as possible to avoid disappointment.
• Please check your emails regularly (and your junk folder) as this is how we will communicate with you throughout the recruitment process.
• In submitting an application, you authorise the Trust to confirm any previous NHS service details via the Inter Authority Transfer (IAT) process, should you be appointed to the post.
• During the recruitment process your identity documentation (ie passport, driving licence, visa etc) will be scanned using a device which recognises UV, infrared and machine-readable zone security features of the documents provided.
• Employment at the Trust is offered subject to successful completion of a six month probationary period.
• We operate a joint recruitment hub across the North West London Acute Provider Collaborative Group. As part of this, your application and personal data may be shared with partner trusts within the group for recruitment and workforce purposes, in line with General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR)

Right to work

If you need sponsorship to work in the UK, please visit the Home Office website for information on sponsorship and visa status before you fill in your application form. Due to recent changes in the UK immigration rules which affect Skilled Worker Visas, Global Business Mobility, Higher Skill Level and Increased Salary Thresholds, please ensure that you are able to meet the requirements to live and work in the UK before applying. Further information about eligibility is available on UK Visas and Immigration - GOV.UK

Employer certification / accreditation badges

The postholder will have access to vulnerable people in the course of their normal duties and as such this post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Application numbers

This vacancy may close early if it receives a high number of applications. Please complete and submit your application in good time to avoid disappointment.

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The recruitment team are available to provide support from 9am–5pm, Mon–Fri. To contact the team please call the Trust switchboard and ask for ‘Recruitment team, Human Resources Department’.