Estates Manager Operations (Engineering Compliance)

Job description

Job summary

Permanent | Full Time

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join our Estates Team as an Estates Manager (Compliance).

We are seeking an experienced estates professional, ideally with an Electrical Engineering background and a strong understanding of both mechanical and electrical building services, to support the management of our complex NHS estate.

Working alongside fellow Estates Managers, you will lead on statutory compliance, manage estates-related risks, maintain policies and procedures, and oversee a wide range of operational estates services across multiple sites.

The successful candidate will have significant estates management experience, strong technical knowledge, and the ability to work collaboratively to ensure our estate remains safe, compliant and fit for purpose.

This is an excellent opportunity to play a key role in delivering high-quality healthcare environments that support patient care and staff wellbeing.

Main duties of the job

Reporting into the Senior Estates Manager, some of your responsibilities will include:

• Manage and monitor estates-related risks, ensuring appropriate controls and mitigation measures are in place.

• Provide specialist technical advice and support on engineering and compliance matters.

• Manage contractors and external service providers to ensure safe, effective and compliant service delivery.

• Work collaboratively with clinical and non-clinical colleagues to support the delivery of high-quality patient care environments.

About us

At Sheffield Children's, our purpose is clear: to provide healthier futures for children and young people. Our three strategic aims are Outstanding Patient Care, Brilliant Place to Work, and Leaders in Children's Health.

We work with partners across local, regional, and national levels to deliver physical and mental healthcare in both acute and community settings. Many of our clinicians are nationally and internationally recognised for their expertise.

We're proud that 73% of colleagues would recommend Sheffield Children's as a place to work, placing us among the top five NHS trusts in England and the top-ranked trust in the North East and Yorkshire in the latest NHS Staff Survey.

Our nearly 4,000 colleagues bring our CARE values Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence to life every day, creating a kind, welcoming environment where patients and families feel safe and supported.

As we approach our 150th anniversary in 2026, we're excited to keep building our leadership in children's health, improve experiences for patients and staff, and focus on our communities and population health.

We also offer excellent benefits to support your wellbeing, with generous annual leave and pension schemes, health and wellbeing programmes, and exclusive discounts helping you thrive at work and beyond.

Job description

Job responsibilities

For more information on the main responsibilities for this post, please refer to the job description and person specification.

*****We strongly encourage all applicants to review their right to work eligibility before submitting an application to help avoid any disappointment during the recruitment process.

This role has been assigned occupation code 1251 using the CASCOT coding tool. Under current Home Office guidance for further information on occupation codes, sponsorship eligibility and right-to-work requirements, please visit: Skilled Worker visa: Your Job GOV.UK. Skilled Worker visa: eligible occupations and codes - GOV.UK

Diversity Statement

At Sheffield Childrens, we are committed to creating an inclusive environment that celebrates diversity and supports everyones success. We prioritise Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion in our recruitment practices, creating a welcoming space for people of all backgrounds, including ethnic minorities, individuals with disabilities, and LGBTQ+ members.

Recognising that inclusivity is an ongoing effort, we review our processes and welcome feedback to enhance our practices. A diverse team strengthens our organisation and the quality of care we deliver. For ideas on how we can improve, please contact our Recruitment Manager at [email protected]. Together, were building a workplace where everyone belongs.

Job description
Job responsibilities

For more information on the main responsibilities for this post, please refer to the job description and person specification.

*****We strongly encourage all applicants to review their right to work eligibility before submitting an application to help avoid any disappointment during the recruitment process.

This role has been assigned occupation code 1251 using the CASCOT coding tool. Under current Home Office guidance for further information on occupation codes, sponsorship eligibility and right-to-work requirements, please visit: Skilled Worker visa: Your Job GOV.UK. Skilled Worker visa: eligible occupations and codes - GOV.UK

Diversity Statement

At Sheffield Childrens, we are committed to creating an inclusive environment that celebrates diversity and supports everyones success. We prioritise Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion in our recruitment practices, creating a welcoming space for people of all backgrounds, including ethnic minorities, individuals with disabilities, and LGBTQ+ members.

Recognising that inclusivity is an ongoing effort, we review our processes and welcome feedback to enhance our practices. A diverse team strengthens our organisation and the quality of care we deliver. For ideas on how we can improve, please contact our Recruitment Manager at [email protected]. Together, were building a workplace where everyone belongs.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Educated to Degree Level, HNC/ HND in Electrical/Mechanical Engineering or Electrical Building services
• City and Guilds practical training certificate as approved Engineering tradecraft technical qualification. Level 3-4
• Evidence of Continuing Professional Development and ongoing learning

Desirable

• Qualified to master's degree Level in an Engineering discipline, Safety or Facilities Management
• Membership of engineering or building professional institution
• Health and safety qualification e.g., NEBOSH General, Construction or Fire certificate.

Experience

Essential

• Experience in a management position of the operational management of a large Estate, to include building fabric, building services and associated engineering systems and equipment
• Experience of writing and implementing policies and procedures covering engineering maintenance, and estates health and safety
• Experience of writing risk assessments, safe work procedures and operation of permit to work systems

Desirable

• Experience in managing health and safety in an organisational setting
• Project management experience

Knowledge

Essential

• In depth knowledge of key areas of regulatory compliance for health and safety such as electricity, water safety, ventilation, asbestos, fire, legionella, falls from height, LOLER.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to overcome barriers to engagement by stakeholders using negotiating and influencing skills.
• Report writing and presentation skills

Desirable

• In-depth knowledge of decontamination and sterile services processes, ligatures and self-harm risks, medical gases
• Knowledge of relevant NHS specific guidance associated with Estates and Facilities Infrastructure including HTMs and HBNs.
• Knowledge of NHS reporting and audit processes including ERIC, PAM and PLACE.

Person Specification
Qualifications

Essential

• Educated to Degree Level, HNC/ HND in Electrical/Mechanical Engineering or Electrical Building services
• City and Guilds practical training certificate as approved Engineering tradecraft technical qualification. Level 3-4
• Evidence of Continuing Professional Development and ongoing learning

Desirable

• Qualified to master's degree Level in an Engineering discipline, Safety or Facilities Management
• Membership of engineering or building professional institution
• Health and safety qualification e.g., NEBOSH General, Construction or Fire certificate.

Experience

Essential

• Experience in a management position of the operational management of a large Estate, to include building fabric, building services and associated engineering systems and equipment
• Experience of writing and implementing policies and procedures covering engineering maintenance, and estates health and safety
• Experience of writing risk assessments, safe work procedures and operation of permit to work systems

Desirable

• Experience in managing health and safety in an organisational setting
• Project management experience

Knowledge

Essential

• In depth knowledge of key areas of regulatory compliance for health and safety such as electricity, water safety, ventilation, asbestos, fire, legionella, falls from height, LOLER.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to overcome barriers to engagement by stakeholders using negotiating and influencing skills.
• Report writing and presentation skills

Desirable

• In-depth knowledge of decontamination and sterile services processes, ligatures and self-harm risks, medical gases
• Knowledge of relevant NHS specific guidance associated with Estates and Facilities Infrastructure including HTMs and HBNs.
• Knowledge of NHS reporting and audit processes including ERIC, PAM and PLACE.

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.
Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the .

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. .

Additional information
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.
Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the .

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. .

Employer details

Employer name

Sheffield Children's NHS Foundation Trust
Address

Sheffield Children's NHS Foundation Trust

Western Bank

Sheffield

S10 2TH

United Kingdom

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