WTWA Estates Trade Supervisor | Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust

Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust; Wythenshawe; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in the UK is seeking an Estates Supervisor responsible for Hard Facilities Management at various hospitals. You will ensure that buildings and infrastructure are maintained following safety and statutory requirements. This position also involves supervising programmes of work and monitoring compliance with Health & Safety legislation. Join us to support operational excellence and make a real impact on patient care.

Qualifications

• Experience in Hard Facilities Management.
• Knowledge of Compliance and Health & Safety legislation.
• Ability to effectively supervise and monitor programmes of work.

Responsibilities

• Ensure maintenance of buildings and infrastructure is safe and cost-effective.
• Monitor energy usage and compliance with statutory requirements.
• Deputize for the WTWA Estates Officer in their absence.

Job description

The WTWA Estates Supervisor has responsibility for Hard Facilities Management (FM) services and sub-contracted services at Wythenshawe Hospital, Trafford Hospital, Withington Community Hospital, Altrincham Hospital, Opal House and associated 'Off Campus' Properties. S/he will be responsible for ensuring that all buildings, plant & infrastructure are maintained safely and cost effectively within agreed statutory requirements, in accordance with NHS and the Trust’s policies and procedures. S/he will supervise and monitor programmes of work, Compliance, Health & Safety (H&S) legislation and work with the Trust’s Energy & Sustainability team to ensure efficient use of energy, power and utilities services. S/he will deputise for the WTWA Estates Officer in his/her absence.

Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT) is the largest provider of specialist services, and our Oxford Road Campus in Manchester, the largest health academic campus in Europe - what better place to shape and develop your leadership career. We deliver care to over 1 million patients & users each year through our 10 hospitals and extensive community services. Our 30,000 plus strong workforce is central to our success and innovation. You will play a pivotal part in supporting our operational excellence and strategic ambitions. You’ll work collaboratively with clinical and non-clinical teams, driving improvements that enhance patient experience, staff wellbeing, and service efficiency across the Trust. MFT offers a dynamic, inclusive environment where your leadership, ideas, and expertise are valued. You’ll have access to professional development, digital tools and opportunities to contribute to transformational projects that shape the future of healthcare delivery. We are committed to supporting your growth and wellbeing, recognising the vital role you play in our organisation’s success. Join us and help shape the future of our Trust—make a real difference to our teams, our services, and our communities, and fundamentally, our patients.

To find out more about the key responsibilities and the specific skills and experience you’ll need, take a look at the Job Description & Person Specification attachments under the 'Supporting Documents' heading. So that you’re even more equipped to make an informed decision to apply to us, you’ll need to take time to read the 'Candidate Essentials Guide' that sits with the Job Description and Person Specification. This document provides you with details about the Trust, our benefits and outlines how 'we care for you as you care for others'. Most importantly, it also contains critical information you’ll need to be aware of before you submit an application form.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in your application. Here at Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust, we’re proud to be ALL HERE FOR YOU—from our patients, our communities, and each other. As part of our commitment to fairness, transparency, and personal integrity, we ask all applicants to ensure that their job applications reflect their own experiences, skills and motivations. While AI tools can support spelling, grammar, or formatting, we expect that the content of your application—especially personal statements and responses to role-specific questions—is written by you. This helps us get to know the real you and ensures that our recruitment process remains equitable and meaningful for everyone. Thank you for helping us uphold the values that make our Trust a place where people belong, grow, and thrive. We look forward to receiving your application.

Diversity Matters. MFT is committed to promoting equality of opportunity, celebrating and valuing diversity and eliminating any form of unlawful discrimination across our workforce, ensuring our people are truly representative of the communities we serve. All individuals regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation are encouraged to apply for this post. As an inclusive employer, we are here to support you. If you have any special requirements to help you with your application, please contact the manager named below.

This advert closes on Tuesday 9 Dec 2025.