Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Estates Operations officer - Project Support at Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trust to join our busy Estates & Facilities Management Team.
They will be responsible for the provision of a highly developed specialist service, technical and administrative advice and to support to the Head of Estates (Operations), and to also liaise with all estates personnel within the maintenance function of the Directorate.
The appointed candidate will act as a facilitator role between the Capital and Estates Operations teams, assisting in the successful delivery of multiple capital projects including new builds and major refurbishments in accordance with the agreed timescales, budgets and quality standards.
Main duties of the job
In addition to the below summary you need to familiarize yourself with full Job Description and Person Specification documents attached to this advert.
To provide highly specialist technical support and advice to the Capital Project Managers and Estates Operations Managers as required.
To provide detailed advice and support on record keeping for legislative compliance.
Ensure advance notice for Mechanical and Electrical isolations to the Estates Operations teams.
Identify and explain technical issues to ensure projects achieve the proposed timeframe.
There is an expectation that the post-holder will work at any one time on a number of projects (site specific), which could be at different stages, each of which could be highly complex and sensitive, working closely with a wide range of internal and external stakeholders from different disciplines including senior managers, clinicians, design consultants and contractors.
To assist with the collection and collation of information and records and to implement policies and procedures of the Trust and Directorate to ensure the delivery of an effective maintenance service at acceptable levels of risk.
To ensure that the Trust is not exposed to risk of litigation through actions or in actions of the teams.
Ensure a smooth handover transition from Capital projects to operational maintenance.
About us
With over 19,000 staff, we are one of the biggest employers in the city with a central role in supporting the health and wellbeing of our local population. We play a leading role in research, education and innovation.
Come and join our wonderful team at NUH. We are big believers in diversity and welcome new ideas to help develop our team in order to deliver world class healthcare to the vast patient populations we serve. With endless personal development opportunities available, at NUH we will endeavour to turn your job into a career!
We particularly welcome applications from people who identify as Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic, or Disabled, as we are striving to be better represented at NUH
Job description
Job responsibilities
Main responsibilities include having a broad knowledge of specialist disciplines to support the following technical site wide services as required by the Head of Estates (Operations):
Legionella management
Medical Gas Pipeline Services
Industrial and specialist gases
Electrical systems
Water Services
Natural Gas Systems
Steam plant and systems
Sterilisers
Pneumatic tube systems
Pressure systems
Lifts and lifting equipment
Have an understanding of the stages of a capital project to ensure the correct information is available in a timely manner.
Provide specialist and professional operational maintenance expertise and advice to senior management of the Trust.
Understand and explain local policies and procedures to the capital team, their contractors and end-user where required.
Provide reports on project progress, isolations, derogations etc. to the required technical groups.
To manage and prioritise own workload and provide specialist advice in relation to Operational maintenance and specific local procedures.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Main responsibilities include having a broad knowledge of specialist disciplines to support the following technical site wide services as required by the Head of Estates (Operations):
Legionella management
Medical Gas Pipeline Services
Industrial and specialist gases
Electrical systems
Water Services
Natural Gas Systems
Steam plant and systems
Sterilisers
Pneumatic tube systems
Pressure systems
Lifts and lifting equipment
Have an understanding of the stages of a capital project to ensure the correct information is available in a timely manner.
Provide specialist and professional operational maintenance expertise and advice to senior management of the Trust.
Understand and explain local policies and procedures to the capital team, their contractors and end-user where required.
Provide reports on project progress, isolations, derogations etc. to the required technical groups.
To manage and prioritise own workload and provide specialist advice in relation to Operational maintenance and specific local procedures.
Person Specification
Training & Qualifications
Essential
- A professional qualification in an engineering discipline.
Desirable
- NEBOSH General Certificate or equivalent
- Membership of a Professional Institution eg., CIBSE; IHEEM; IFE; IFSM; IRM
- Evidence of continuing professional development in Healthcare Estates Management
Experience
Essential
- Significant experience of estate management.
- Significant experience in construction project and contract management.
- Good knowledge of the following - BMS, Fire Alarms, MGPS, HVAC, Sterilisers, Asbestos, Potable and Process Water quality, LPHW, DHW & CW Systems, Steam Plant & Systems, Firecode, Sanitary Systems, Building Regulations, Understanding the principles and application of risk assessment, CDM Regulations, Confined Spaces Regulations.
Desirable
- Knowledge of the Following HTM's - Decontamination, MGPS, Specialised Ventilation for Healthcare, Water Systems/Legionella, Fire, LV Electrical Systems, HV Electrical Safety, Lifts, Bed Head Services, Making Energy work in Healthcare, Renal Water Systems.
- Construction methods and specifications for fabrics and finishes.
- Fire Safety Precautions.
Person Specification
Training & Qualifications
Essential
- A professional qualification in an engineering discipline.
Desirable
- NEBOSH General Certificate or equivalent
- Membership of a Professional Institution eg., CIBSE; IHEEM; IFE; IFSM; IRM
- Evidence of continuing professional development in Healthcare Estates Management
Experience
Essential
- Significant experience of estate management.
- Significant experience in construction project and contract management.
- Good knowledge of the following - BMS, Fire Alarms, MGPS, HVAC, Sterilisers, Asbestos, Potable and Process Water quality, LPHW, DHW & CW Systems, Steam Plant & Systems, Firecode, Sanitary Systems, Building Regulations, Understanding the principles and application of risk assessment, CDM Regulations, Confined Spaces Regulations.
Desirable
- Knowledge of the Following HTM's - Decontamination, MGPS, Specialised Ventilation for Healthcare, Water Systems/Legionella, Fire, LV Electrical Systems, HV Electrical Safety, Lifts, Bed Head Services, Making Energy work in Healthcare, Renal Water Systems.
- Construction methods and specifications for fabrics and finishes.
- Fire Safety Precautions.
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).