Job Introduction
Are you a dynamic strategic leader with a passion for improving healthcare environments? We’re seeking a Head of Estates to lead the Sodexo team delivering services to a PFI contract at Hereford County Hospital. This is a key role, and we are looking for an individual who can drive the ongoing transformation of our facilities to meet the needs of our patients and staff.
You will be a results-driven leader with a proven track record in estates management within the healthcare, or similar, sector. You’ll bring exceptional technical knowledge and the ability to manage complex projects across a wide range of services.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead and inspire a multi-disciplinary team, ensuring the efficient operation, maintenance and development of the hospital estate.
* Provide expert advice on technical matters relating to building services, energy management and compliance with statutory regulations
* Work closely with the senior leadership teams to ensure the estate supports patient care
* Experience managing large, complex capital projects
What you’ll bring
Essential
* Proven leadership experience in estates management, ideally within the healthcare and PFI sector
* Ability to foster a culture of continuous improvement and drive performance
* Strong Communication skills and the ability to collaborate with senior leaders, stakeholders and teams.
* Strong technical understanding of building systems, facilities management and healthcare compliance
* Qualified to ONC/HNC standard in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering/Building Services or Building
* Experience of working to ISO 9001 or similar quality systems.
* Previous Authorised / Responsible Persons formal appointments in the critical Building Services environment
* Excellent strategic thinking and planning capabilities
* Ability to ensure the contract is delivered to agreed budgetary parameters, maximising revenues, and optimising overall expenditure across the Contract.
* Preferably NEBOSH Qualified
* Professional Member of BIFM
What we offer
Working with Sodexo is more than just a job. You'll be part of a company that values you and provides opportunities to act with purpose and thrive.
We offer a competitive salary plus access to a range of excellent benefits, including:
* performance-related bonus
* flexible benefit fund
* Employer pension contribution
* Life assurance – 1 x annual salary.
For more information on all the great benefits Sodexo offer to support you and your loved ones, check out the attached Benefits Guide at the bottom of this advert!
Join Sodexo, a global leader in services that improve quality of life and take your career to the next level in a dynamic and impactful role.
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We’re a Disability Confident Leader employer. We’re committed to changing attitudes towards disability, and making sure disabled people have the chance to fulfil their aspirations. We run a Disability Confident interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria for the job.
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