Job summary If you are looking for an exciting new challenge Lancashire & South Cumbria NHS Foundation Trust (LSCFT) which is a Specialist Mental Health and Community NHS Foundation Trust, is the place for you. We are currently looking to recruit a Head of Estates on a permanent basis. The post holder will be responsible for managing the Estates Team as well as overseeing the Hard FM contract within the Estates & Facilities Directorate to ensure buildings are maintained and managed effectively throughout the Trust. The Head of Estates will provide expert advice, guidance and leadership at a corporate level on Estates and Hard FM to the Board as well as supporting with all elements of compliance and improvement works as well as supporting with minor capital projects. Working closely with clinical and non-clinical leads, the post holder will oversee the project works, minor improvements and reactive works requests with the requirements of relevant Health & Safety related legislation and Trust policies and guidance specifically related to the buildings. The post holder will be based at Guild Park, Goosnargh. This role is a fantastic opportunity to join an organisation that is passionate about the services it provides. For further information or an informal discussion about the post please contact Leigh Stewart on 01772 773580. This post may close early due to high numbers of applications so you are advised to apply promptly. Main duties of the job The Head of Estates will be primarily professionally responsible for the operational contract management and performance monitoring of the hard FM delivery across the Lancashire and South Cumbria NHS Foundation Trust's estate through its contracted maintenance providers (via SLA's with neighbouring Trusts, PFI partners and private contractors). The post holder will have overall responsibility and accountability for all hard FM aspects across the estate. The Head of Estates will ensure that the hard FM providers are delivering services in accordance with the relevant statutory/mandatory compliance, as well as HTM guidance etc. as outlined in their contracts. The post holder will also be responsible for the smooth day-to-day operational delivery of all hard FM services, providing both a proactive and reactive service for the Trust. The Head of Estates within their role will be the Responsible Person for relevant elements of compliance such as asbestos, legionella, LOLER and pressure systems along with any deemed required for the organisation's legal obligations. The post holder will provide professional advice and input into estates related matters and ensure work carried out on behalf of the Trust by contracted parties meets the highest standards. This is a fast-paced role which requires someone able to contract manage effectively, as well as a hands-on approach to deliver the Trust's services. About us Lancashire & South Cumbria NHS Foundation Trust provides a range of services including secondary mental health care across this area. Specialist provision comprises inpatient child and adolescent mental health services, perinatal mental health and forensic services including low and medium secure care. The Trust also provides a range of physical health and well-being services in the community alongside a range of partners in the Lancashire, Cumbria and Sefton area. Lancashire & South Cumbria Foundation Trust encourages flexible working, we believe that a positive work/life balance benefits NHS employees through improved health and wellbeing. We would consider working patterns such as; term time, part time, compressed hours, flexi-time and career breaks. We encourage applicants to state clearly on their application forms this request and discuss these options at interview. For more information please visit our website via Lancashire & South Cumbria NHS FT Date posted 19 March 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 8b Salary £62,215 to £72,293 a year per annum (subject to confirmation) Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 351-CS2709-MS Job locations Guild Park Whittingham Preston PR3 2JH Job description Job responsibilities Please see attached the job description and person specification for more information about this role. Job description Job responsibilities Please see attached the job description and person specification for more information about this role. Person Specification Qualifications Essential A degree in an engineering / building services discipline (or equivalent experience) Significant relevant Estates Management (building) experience Desirable Chartered Engineer Responsible person training to include but not limited to asbestos management, water safety, electrical and gas safety, lifts, pressure systems, HVAC etc Knowledge Essential Fully conversant with statutory requirements, NHS Estates Guidance, Codes of Practice, the requirements of regulatory bodies and all statutory legislation. Ability to demonstrate an understanding of the Strategic implications of Estates Operations to the Trust. Experience Essential Evidence of the ability to provide strategic direction to the Operation of the HSIS Estate. Evidence of background and experience in contract management of hard FM contractors Demonstrates an understanding of the Estates requirements of healthcare buildings Personal Essential Ability to demonstrate tact and diplomacy in dealing with senior personnel, service users and the general public Demonstrate flexibility to the design process and with other members of a design team Able to work both as a leader and a member of the team Skills Essential Ability to demonstrate a management style that reflects the customer orientated services Able to demonstrate the ability to influence decision-making and practice. Able to demonstrate experience in business planning Person Specification Qualifications Essential A degree in an engineering / building services discipline (or equivalent experience) Significant relevant Estates Management (building) experience Desirable Chartered Engineer Responsible person training to include but not limited to asbestos management, water safety, electrical and gas safety, lifts, pressure systems, HVAC etc Knowledge Essential Fully conversant with statutory requirements, NHS Estates Guidance, Codes of Practice, the requirements of regulatory bodies and all statutory legislation. Ability to demonstrate an understanding of the Strategic implications of Estates Operations to the Trust. Experience Essential Evidence of the ability to provide strategic direction to the Operation of the HSIS Estate. Evidence of background and experience in contract management of hard FM contractors Demonstrates an understanding of the Estates requirements of healthcare buildings Personal Essential Ability to demonstrate tact and diplomacy in dealing with senior personnel, service users and the general public Demonstrate flexibility to the design process and with other members of a design team Able to work both as a leader and a member of the team Skills Essential Ability to demonstrate a management style that reflects the customer orientated services Able to demonstrate the ability to influence decision-making and practice. Able to demonstrate experience in business planning 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. Employer details Employer name Lancashire & South Cumbria NHS Foundation Trust Address Guild Park Whittingham Preston PR3 2JH Employer's website https://www.lscft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)