Job summary A fantastic job opening has opened for the role of Band 7- Estates Manager Electrical. You must have the City and Guilds Electrical Installation Qualifications to apply As directed by the Head of Engineering the post holder will be responsible for providing specialist technical and electrical advice to the day-to-day management of the Trust's buildings with regard to breakdowns, planned preventative maintenance and minor works projects whilst providing expert advice on all aspects of Estates Specialist Services. Responsible for the management of a Multi Disciplinary Estates Services Team providing maintenance services on all sites owned, leased or maintained by WHHT. Partake in the Estates Manager On Call rota. Main duties of the job To be responsible and accountable for Estates services compliance with the requirements of HTM's, HBN's, British Standards, Model Specifications and all Statutory Regulations, Codes of Practice and Trust Policies. Review and develop policies for engineering maintenance. Responsible for estates operations policies, to be implemented Trust wide. Be accountable for the provision of a Multi Disciplinary Estates service providing maintenance services on sites owned, leased or maintained by the Trust. Line Manager for engineering operations staff. Responsible for ensuring that maintenance services are provided in accordance with NHS documentation determining the most cost-effective methods for maintaining the Estate. Responsibility for site budgets, liaise with Head of Estates and Finance. Able to make judgements across a wide range of Estates issues taking into account current legislation, policies and procedures, Health and Safety, conflicting demands, condition of plant and equipment and complex fault finding. Content of expert advice on estates operations matters. Good concentration levels required for paperwork and dealing with operational emergencies. On occasions ability to use tools and equipment when required to do so. About us With a new hospital planned for Watford and work underway to update theatres at St Albans City Hospital, this is an exciting time to join us. We are building on the success of our award-winning virtual hospital and re-imagining models of care, working ever more closely with partners and making the most of advances in digital healthcare. Staff wellbeing and development are a priority at our Trust, as is the role of innovation in improving clinical care, outcomes and patient experience. Our vision is Excellent patient care, together and our values are to be empowered, compassionate, professional and inclusive. They capture an important balance across what we must all do as individuals and to support others. We offer a variety of flexible working options as we recognise the importance of a good work life balance. www.westhertshospitals.nhs.uk/flexibleworking If you have a disability or long-term health condition and should you require support or guidance please contact westherts.recruitmentnhs.net If you are a Service Leaver, Veteran, Military Reserve, Cadet Force Adult Volunteer, or partner/spouse of those serving please tick "Member of the Armed Forces Community" on the application form. We reserve the right to close this advert early due to the volume of applicants. Please apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment. If you do not hear back within 3 weeks of your application, please assume you have been unsuccessful on this occasion. Date posted 11 March 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 7 Salary £48,270 to £54,931 a year inc. HCA. Plus 10% R&R reviewed annually & On Call payment Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time, Flexible working Reference number 360-G-6918 Job locations Watford General Hospital Watford WD18 0HB Job description Job responsibilities To provide a service that is responsive to service and clinical needs of the Trust. Ensuring that the engineering, building and ground maintenance, including contractor works are carried out efficiently and effectively to the highest possible standards within the resources allocated. Provides technical advice to staff and contractors on maintenance and services issues. Exchanges maintenance, technical project related information with specialists, non-specialists including Senior Managers and Directors. Negotiates with contractors and suppliers. To act as Authorised Person/Responsible Officer in relation to specific maintenance responsibilities e.g. medical gases, high and low voltage electrical systems, legionella asbestos etc. Implements and maintains physical assets register and oversees minor schemes, rechargeable new works and capital schemes. Job description Job responsibilities To provide a service that is responsive to service and clinical needs of the Trust. Ensuring that the engineering, building and ground maintenance, including contractor works are carried out efficiently and effectively to the highest possible standards within the resources allocated. Provides technical advice to staff and contractors on maintenance and services issues. Exchanges maintenance, technical project related information with specialists, non-specialists including Senior Managers and Directors. Negotiates with contractors and suppliers. To act as Authorised Person/Responsible Officer in relation to specific maintenance responsibilities e.g. medical gases, high and low voltage electrical systems, legionella asbestos etc. Implements and maintains physical assets register and oversees minor schemes, rechargeable new works and capital schemes. Person Specification Education and qualifications Essential City and Guilds Electrical Installation qualifications Desirable 18th edition BS 7671 Knowledge Essential Understanding/Theory knowledge Desirable HTM Understanding Experience Essential Installation Experience Desirable NHS Experience Person Specification Education and qualifications Essential City and Guilds Electrical Installation qualifications Desirable 18th edition BS 7671 Knowledge Essential Understanding/Theory knowledge Desirable HTM Understanding Experience Essential Installation Experience Desirable NHS Experience 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 UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). 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. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). 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 UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). 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. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). Employer details Employer name West Hertfordshire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust Address Watford General Hospital Watford WD18 0HB Employer's website http://www.westhertshospitals.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)