Band 8A Mechanical Services Manager – Estates
The Estates Department at University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust is looking to recruit a suitably qualified and experienced Mechanical Services Manager to work as part of the engineering team delivering a diverse range of mechanical services, projects, compliance and assurance for the organisation.
This is an excellent opportunity to work as part of a dedicated Estates engineering team delivering positive improvements to the Healthcare Estate and providing a safe and compliant environment for patients, staff and visitors. The post holder will be responsible for a small team including a support manager and mechanical clerk of works.
Applicants must have experience of working in a busy environment; be suitably qualified and self-motivated with excellent communication skills. Applicants will also be required to demonstrate successful delivery within a mechanical maintenance/contracting environment and provide evidence of project management with successful outcomes. Previous healthcare experience is preferred but not essential.
The ability to travel between sites and there will be a requirement to take part in a Management on-call rota.
Interview date: Friday 20th December 2024
To lead and manage the provision of Mechanical Engineering Services (Non-Medical), ensuring that these are safe and available for their intended use and that the Trust complies with Statutory Obligations, and undertake the role in line with the vision and values of the organisation. They will also have line management responsibility for the Mechanical Services Support Manager and the Mechanical Clerk of Works. Budgetary control will be provided for the revenue expenditure and capital schemes as delegated and authorised.
Preference will be given to internal Trust staff, as well as ‘Priority’ and 'At Risk' status including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon who are able to display recent relevant experience as dictated by the Person Specification.
We are a people business – where every member of staff matters and can make a difference. Patients are at the heart of everything we do. Joining University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust means becoming part of a team of dedicated staff, who are committed to leading the way through innovation, clinical excellence and great customer care. The Trust has great opportunities for career development in a highly progressive working environment.
Manage, monitor and co-ordinate all engineering installations, services and work activities ensuring compliance with relevant current legislation, NHS guidance, health and safety, standards, codes of practice, Trust policies, and regulations.
Advise the Head of Estates on all aspects of mechanical engineering services, ensuring compliance, and that the service is safe and delivered within budget.
Be accountable to the organisation for being the operational lead for mechanical engineering compliance.
Deputise for the Head of Estates as required.
Support and cover the senior team over core hours to provide extra resilience.
Work with members of the Trust and key stakeholders to develop and maintain a positive reputation for efficiency and operational responsiveness.
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