Estates Manager; Electrical

Due to a re-organisation of the Estates Department there is a vacancy for an Estates Manager (Electrical)

£51,598
per annum (spot salary). A higher starting salary may be considered for candidates with exceptional skills and experience relevant to the role.

Plus 27 days holiday, plus bank holidays and voluntary pension scheme.

The role is Monday
- Friday with opportunities for overtime and weekend working, plus participation of an emergency on call rota.

Start and finishing times 8.00 am to 4.00 pm.

The SWFTCS Estates Department provides a comprehensive maintenance repair and installation service of building, grounds, engineering services and associated equipment throughout the SWFT Trust.

As an Electrical operational lead, assist the Head of Estates in the operational management of the Trust's estate at the designated site(s), including all building and Electrical systems and for ensuring that these are maintained to the appropriate NHS and statutory standards in order to deliver a high quality care environment for the Trust's patients.

Ensure the provision of an efficient, effective and safe patient focused maintenance service, within the allocated budgets, using directly employed staff and contractors, and through the development of suitable operational plans and maintenance programmes, ensuring that engineering maintenance, including contract work is carried out to appropriate standards and specifications.

Acts as Lead Authorised Person for the SWFTCS and or Authorised Person (AP) in relation to a few specific maintenance responsibilities e.g. High Voltage electrical, Low Voltage electrical, Lifts and Fire Alarm systems.

Implements and maintains physical assets register; to oversee minor schemes and capital work.

Leads the on-going development and continuous improvement of the maintenance and repair services within his/her remit.

Provides expert specialist and professional building and electrical/engineering expertise to other estates staff, directors, and senior management of the organisation, and may also advise external agencies.

SWFT Clinical Services is a wholly owned subsidiary of the South Warwickshire University NHS Foundation Trust (SWFT). The company provides a number of services such as outpatient pharmacy facilities at Warwick, Stratford upon Avon, George Eliot, University Hospital of Coventry and Warwickshire and St Cross (Rugby) hospitals; estates and facilities management at Warwick, Stratford upon Avon and Ellen Badger hospitals, Acorn House and Lillington Health Hub;

private patient service and consultancy services to NHS Trusts.

Subject to the Company and individual's performance, an annual discretionary bonus will be awarded.

There is automatic enrolment to the Company pension scheme, with the Company contributing 5%.

A benefits package is available to the appointed candidate upon successful completion of the six month probationary period. This gives access to benefits such as a car lease scheme;
Home & Electronics scheme; discounted leisure and travel; retail discounts and a cycle to work scheme.

There is also access to a 24/7, 365 days a year Employee Assistance Programme to support colleagues who may be facing some tough times or they need extra support with their mental well-being.

Scope and Range

Responsible for the following engineering and building maintenance section level functions:

Operational estates maintenance and repair services for all hospital buildings, services, fabric and equipment covered by the Estates Department policies and procedures.

Works collaboratively with the other Estates Operations Managers, and provides cover for them for period of leave etc. Authorised signatory for financial transactions e.g. purchase orders and goods received.

Ensures effective estates maintenance contract procurement and management.

Ensures Estates Statutory Compliance for all electrical disciplines e.g. High Voltage, Low Voltage systems, Lifts , Fire alarms etc.

Ensures the efficient use of energy and utility services for Estates equipment and infrastructure.

Main Duties and Responsibilities Communication & Relationship Skills

Develops and maintains effective systems of communication, written and verbal, formal and informal, with Estates team.

Provides and receives maintenance, technical project-related information with specialists, non-specialists; negotiates with contractors, suppliers

Ensures that relevant information in respect of the estates operational function is disseminated as appropriate throughout the Estates team and to external Contractors where appropriate.

Maintains appropriate contact with colleagues, contractors, patients and hospital staff whilst carrying out his/her duties within the SWFTCS

Presents written and verbal reports as requested in relation to estates operational activities at a variety of forums, including formal Committee meetings.

Continues Professional Development (CPD) and disseminates the knowledge gained within the Estates…