Senior Operational Engineer (Internal Only)

Royal Devon; Exeter; On-site; GBP 58,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

NHS Pension

Car lease schemes

Nursery onsite at Exeter

Job summary

The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is recruiting a Senior Operational Engineer (Internal Only) to manage day-to-day estate maintenance across Trust sites, leading DEL or contractor teams within budgets and statutory requirements.

You will support the Estates Operations Manager, implement the Estates Operational Strategy, and ensure high-quality building fabric, environmental maintenance and reactive services.

Qualifications

• Experience in Estate management and maintenance processes.
• Knowledge of HBNs, HTMs and related legislation.
• Ability to manage budgets and work to deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day operational requirements of the Estates service.
• Ensure compliance with statutory/mandatory legislation.
• Work with DEL and contractors to deliver capital projects.

Job description

Vacancies Senior Operational Engineer (Internal Only)

Role Summary

The post holder under the direction of the Estates Operations Manager shall provide continual operational management of a comprehensive maintenance service. This would include but not limited to new works and delegated capital projects being undertaken by directly employed labour (DEL) or contractors for all Trust premises and those covered by service level agreements with other organisations.

The post holder will assist the Estates Operations Manager ensuring that the Estates Operational Strategy is reviewed, maintained and delivered in line with national, corporate and departmental objectives.

Establish and maintain good relationships and effective team working, which will include supporting colleagues to ensure that the Estates Department is able to provide the full range of high-quality Estates services.

About the Role

More detail about the role

An exciting career opportunity has arisen within the Trusts Estates Department for a highly motivated and dynamic person who has, professional and technical experience to manage the day to day operational requirements of the department, to assist in the delivery of a comprehensive building fabric, environmental maintenance and reactive service ensuring that Trust properties, grounds and associated services are maintained within available budgets and are compliant with statutory/mandatory legislation

The successful candidate shall have a sound, demonstratable knowledge of Estate management, associated maintenance processes, appropriate HBN’s and HTM’s and other relevant legislation for this post. To be responsible for delegated budgetary control and be able to work to tight deadlines. Capable of working on your own initiative and also as a valued member of the operational team. Have good analytical and problem-solving skills, be flexible and able to work well under pressure to achieve their required objectives for the Estates service and for the Trust.

This is a six-month fixed term contract pending the roll out of the Estates MoC and restructure covering all Trust sites and teams (formally Eastern & Northern)

Working Pattern:Monday - Friday 08:00 - 16:00

Interview Date:To Be Confirmed

Please note, This is a fixed term contract until 03/02/2027. For current NHS employees this post could be a secondment opportunity. This is an internal vacancy for Royal Devon employees, therefore Bank workers are currently not eligible to apply for this vacancy.

As an inclusive employer, the Royal Devon values diversity and is committed to creating a culture of inclusivity where everyone can be themselves and reach their full potential. We believe in fostering a sense of belonging and actively encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, cultures, and abilities. We recognise the advantages of having a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve.

Preference will be given to staff with ‘Priority’ and 'At Risk' status including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon.

The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust reserves the right to close vacancy when sufficient applications have been received.

The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust was established in April 2022, bringing together the expertise of both the Royal Devon and Exeter NHS Foundation TrustandNorthern Devon Healthcare NHS Trust.

About Us

Stretching across Northern, Eastern and Mid Devon, we have a workforce of over 15,000 staff, making us the largest employer in Devon. Our core services, which we provide to more than 615,000 people, cover more than 2,000 square miles across Devon, while some of our specialist services cover the whole of the peninsula, extending our reach as far as Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly.

We deliver a wide range of emergency, specialist and general medical services through North Devon District Hospital and the Royal Devon and Exeter Hospital (Wonford). Alongside our two acute hospitals, we provide integrated health and social care services across a variety of settings, including community inpatient hospitals, outpatient clinics, and within people’s own homes. We also offer primary care services, a range of specialist community services, and Sexual Assault Referral Centres (SARC).

Our state-of-the-art equipment, leading technologies and strong links to local universities put us at the forefront of research and innovations, enabling us to provide world‑class care to our local communities.

Our values are at the heart of everything we do, click here to find out more

It has never been a more exciting time to join the Royal Devon, as you will help to shape our services as we continue along our integration journey.

Looking after you is important to us.

We strive to help our staff create a healthy work-life balance through flexible working schemes and our family friendly policies.

If you are starting out in the NHS, you’ll start with 27 days paid annual leave (plus bank holidays), rising to 33 days plus bank holidays.

You will benefit from access to our own comprehensive occupational health services, including counselling, onsite wellbeing activities and groups.

We will work together to maintain a culture that develops and supports you and your team.

This might include funding for a care certificate, a degree or leadership qualifications. Or it might include days off to study, engage in CPD or rotational placements to help you hone your skills. Wherever you are heading in the NHS, we will help you get there.

Salary is not the only financial benefit

You will have access to an extensive range of staff discounts on shopping, fitness and leisure options and you can spread the cost of technology and home appliance purchases from major retailers. You will also have access to other benefits including:

• National discount services such as the Blue Light Card and Health Service Discounts.
• Salary sacrifice options including our OFSTED rated outstanding nursery onsite at Exeter
• Car lease schemes.
• The NHS Pension scheme (one of the most generous and comprehensive in the UK).
• Cycle to work scheme

Senior Operational Engineer (Internal Only)

• Salary Band 8a: £57,528 - £64,750 per annum pro rata
• Frequency Annual
• Vacancy Reference 185-1563-14108
• Contract Type Fixed Term
• Closing Date 3 September, 2026
• Job Category Maintenance & Repair