Job summary
Are you a strong leader with a focus on performance improvement? Our Estates and Facilities are looking for a Senior Estates Manager to join our outstanding rated Trust.
This senior management role is critical to the on-going development of the Estates function across the Trust. Working closely with the Deputy Director of Estates and Facilities, you will be responsible for all aspects of Estates including, Building and Engineering services, all Estates maintenance, Statutory and mandatory compliance, Engineering development, CAFM/Stores and Estates led projects.
You will lead the day-to-day operations of Trust Estates and develop these services in accordance with corporate policies and strategies, emphasising the cultural changes and innovations essential to modernising health care. A key focus will be on performance improvement, achieved through effective management of resources, implementation of comprehensive systems, governance procedures, sound financial management with an engaged, and supported workforce.
This is a full-time post; we can be flexible with hours across the working week. Your work base is at our Estate and Facilities hub based in Wareham. Travel is required to cover all Dorset trust sites and we support hybrid with the opportunity to remote work. This role is visible and mobile where you could be required to site support, therefore living in Dorset or near the border is recommended.
Interview on Wednesday 5th July at our Estate and Facilities hub, Wareham
Main duties of the job
They will also be responsible for the overall leadership of the Estates department, maintaining and further developing a culture that engages and involves staff in decisions on how services are delivered, and the provision and promotion of patient-centred, excellent customer services in a professional and caring manner at all times.
The postholder will lead on key strategic and operational matters; change management programmes and key projects for the Trust, ensuring that the Division achieves its objectives and will be actively involved in developing all aspects of the Facilities & Estates elements of the NHS Plan including national requirements, i.e. statutory regulations, PLACE, decontamination; and be instrumental in developing on overall Trust-wide approach.The Estates Department is a patient, visitor and staff driven department focused in delivering a range of services in a professional, effective, consistent and friendly manner.
Our key objectives are to provide staff, patients and visitors with safe, attractive, and fully operational environments whilst ensuring the Trust has the estates support services required, at all times, to sustain normal, healthcare operations and business continuity
About us
At Dorset HealthCare we're on a mission to empower people to make the most of their lives through our outstanding, joined-up healthcare services. We're a dynamic, forwardlooking Trust, running 12 community hospitals, specialist inpatient facilities and a wide range of integrated community and mental health services for a population of almost 800,000 people.
We do things differently here - it's one of the reasons the CQC rated us 'outstanding' in 2019. It's also why 95% of patients across our services say they have a good or very good experience of our services and 89% of staff feel they can really make a difference. Whether you're looking to work with us in one of our bustling market towns, vibrant urban locations, thriving seaside spots, or among the rolling hills of Dorset, there are lots of ways you can make a difference in our communities.
Our 7,000-strong workforce is at the heart of what we do and our success is a testament to our brilliant people. We're all about building a workplace for the future, we believe in equal opportunities and we celebrate diversity. We're an inclusive workplace, where everyone is welcome, everyone can be authentic, and we are all encouraged to be the best version of ourselves.
Working with us you'll be part of a strong team, challenge yourself, build a career, and teach us what we don't know. And you'll be working towards our vision to be better every day through excellence, compassion and expertise in all we do.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For the main duties and responsibilities for this role please read the attached job description and person specification. When completing your application please ensure your supporting statement reflects the criteria set out in these documents by showing how your experience and skills apply to this post.
Dorset HealthCare is in partnership with The Princes Trust to support people getting into work, as part of this partnership, we offer an employability service to support individuals between 16-30 years old with application writing, interview skills and other employment support. Please contact dhc.wideningparticipation@nhs.net to access the support.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For the main duties and responsibilities for this role please read the attached job description and person specification. When completing your application please ensure your supporting statement reflects the criteria set out in these documents by showing how your experience and skills apply to this post.
Dorset HealthCare is in partnership with The Princes Trust to support people getting into work, as part of this partnership, we offer an employability service to support individuals between 16-30 years old with application writing, interview skills and other employment support. Please contact dhc.wideningparticipation@nhs.net to access the support.
Person Specification
Knowledge, Skills and Training
Essential
- Educated to Degree level in a Building Services, Mechanical Engineering or Electrical Engineering discipline or equivalent, plus specialist knowledge through post-graduate training or experience to Masters level or equivalent
- Authorised Person for Estates maintenance procedures
Job Specific Experience
Essential
- Experience of Healthcare Engineering at senior Management Level.
- High level technical competency able to plan and manage complex health facilities.
- A sound knowledge of Building technology with a thorough understanding of building regulations.
Managerial/ Supervisory Experience
Essential
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- Successful team leadership/motivation of others
Finance/ Resources
Essential
- Financial awareness and business acumen.
- Ability to undertake long term maintenance planning, short term project planning, emergency, contingency planning for critical services.
- Experience of managing operational services within the remit of SFI's. /SO's in a healthcare environment.
Information Technology/ Resources
Essential
- Computer literate including the use of Microsoft Office applications.
- Experience of operating and utilising CAFM systems
Person Qualities/ Attributes
Essential
- Evidence of demonstrating the Trust's values and behaviours.
- Commitment to customer service.
- A track record of developing and maintaining good working relationships at all levels in a large organisation.
- Must have strong and competent management skills; capable of team building skills and ability to create space to shape longer-term direction.
Person Specification
Knowledge, Skills and Training
Essential
- Educated to Degree level in a Building Services, Mechanical Engineering or Electrical Engineering discipline or equivalent, plus specialist knowledge through post-graduate training or experience to Masters level or equivalent
- Authorised Person for Estates maintenance procedures
Job Specific Experience
Essential
- Experience of Healthcare Engineering at senior Management Level.
- High level technical competency able to plan and manage complex health facilities.
- A sound knowledge of Building technology with a thorough understanding of building regulations.
Managerial/ Supervisory Experience
Essential
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- Successful team leadership/motivation of others
Finance/ Resources
Essential
- Financial awareness and business acumen.
- Ability to undertake long term maintenance planning, short term project planning, emergency, contingency planning for critical services.
- Experience of managing operational services within the remit of SFI's. /SO's in a healthcare environment.
Information Technology/ Resources
Essential
- Computer literate including the use of Microsoft Office applications.
- Experience of operating and utilising CAFM systems
Person Qualities/ Attributes
Essential
- Evidence of demonstrating the Trust's values and behaviours.
- Commitment to customer service.
- A track record of developing and maintaining good working relationships at all levels in a large organisation.
- Must have strong and competent management skills; capable of team building skills and ability to create space to shape longer-term direction.
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.
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.
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).
