We love what we do and we think you will, too!
At Gloucestershire Health and Care NHS Foundation Trust (GHC), we provide joined-up mental health, physical health and learning disability services to people of all ages across Gloucestershire. We run community hospitals and provide care and support in people’s own homes and in a range of other locations across the county.
We are on a mission to enable people to live the best life they can and we have a vision to work together to provide outstanding care. We put people at the heart of our services, focusing on personalised care by asking ‘what matters to you’.
We’re passionate about making sure that everyone can contribute to achieving our mission and we are continually working to support healthy and happy high-quality teams in all areas of the Trust.
Job overview
Would you like to work for a hardworking, fun and friendly team, who are always there to help and support each other?
We at Gloucestershire Health and Care NHS Foundation Trust have an exciting opportunity based in Gloucestershire (Countywide), for a permanent full-time role as an Estates Commissioning Officer.
The role will require the candidate to work closely with the Capital Delivery Managers (CDM) and other members of the Team to meet the workload priorities of the service.
We are therefore looking for a professional, reliable and strong but compassionate team player to support the Building and Environment Improvement Team (BEIT) in ensuring that the Trust provides a safe & secure environment for patients, staff and visitors.
The successful candidate will be proactive, reliable and flexible. A “can do” attitude is required, as well as a commitment to maintaining statutory and regulatory compliance across all disciplines. Excellent planning and organisational skills are a necessity; you must also be able to multi-task and prioritise your workload, and that of the team.
Main duties of the job
* To plan and manage the commissioning/decommissioning of multiple projects of varying sizes and longevity, agreeing priorities frequently with the CDM.
* To support and work closely with the CDM in delivering the capital programme, and other revenue projects as directed.
* To communicate positively, frequently and widely with internal and external stakeholders, using appropriate methods with occasional sensitive and unwelcome news.
* To be organised and methodical in record keeping, using IT programmes to provide commissioning and decommissioning plans and status reports.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
* To plan and manage the commissioning/decommissioning of multiple projects of varying sizes and longevity, agreeing priorities frequently with the CDM.
* To support and work closely with the CDM in delivering the capital programme, and other revenue projects as directed.
* To communicate positively, frequently and widely with internal and external stakeholders, using appropriate methods with occasional sensitive and unwelcome news.
* To be organised and methodical in record keeping, using IT programmes to provide commissioning and decommissioning plans and status reports.
* To work as a supportive team member within the BEIT and with the wider estates and facilities team.
* To uphold and positively contribute to safe methods of working, in particular on building sites.
* To supervise the work of the band 4 Capital Delivery Support on project specific work.
* To be the expert lead and have the responsibility for initiating and preparing schedules of accommodation, room data sheets and operational policies.
Person specification
Qualifications
* Knowledge of a specific area, acquired through diploma or equivalent experience or training, plus further management knowledge or experience to a degree level equivalent.
* Health and Safety qualification.
* Computer aided design (CAD).
* Health and Safety in Construction qualification.
Experience
* Considerable experience of working in a project team.
* Some experience of project work.
Knowledge
* Extensive knowledge of a range of computer software packages.
* Considerable experience of budget management.
* Some experience of leading meetings and taking notes.
* Some experience of monitoring working environment and raising issues as appropriate.
Skills
* Ability to undertake all statutory and mandatory training including Breakaway (subject to Occupational Health clearance).
* An optimistic approach to delivering whatever improvement is possible within the constraints of the organisation and resources.
* Willing to share information and professional knowledge with team members and other professionals to support continuous learning and development.
* Ability to speak with confidence and listen critically.
* Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
* Ability to prioritise workload and to work accurately and efficiently on own initiative.
* Ability to maintain confidentiality.
* Excellent organisational skills.
* Flexible and innovative approach.
* Empathy with the disadvantaged and our client groups.
* Calm under pressure.
* Positivity and ability to inspire positivity and enthusiasm in others.
* Ability to organise others.
When joining us, as well as becoming part of a team that makes a difference, we also offer:
* Free car parking at many of our sites.
* 27 days leave plus bank holidays, increasing up to 33 days with long service.
* A broad range of training and development opportunities, including apprenticeships up to Level 7 qualification.
* A multi-professional preceptorship programme for all Newly Qualified; Nurses, Nursing Associates, Internationally Educated Practitioners, Allied Health Professionals and Return to Practice Practitioners.
* Generous NHS pension and enhanced pay when if you work unsocial hours.
* Flexible, family friendly and agile working opportunities.
* Recognition and long service awards.
* Fast Track physiotherapy.
* Access to discounts and salary sacrifice schemes; including Cycle to Work, Car scheme and discounts on travel, leisure and retailers.
Applicants are advised to apply early as if a large number of applications are received for this post, we reserve the right to close the vacancy prior to the advertised date. Good luck with your application.
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