Job summary
- Main area
- Eng & Build Maint
- Grade
- GMS Band D2
- Contract
- Permanent
- Hours
- Full time - 37.5 hours per week
- Job ref
- 318-25-GMS0005
- Employer
- Gloucestershire Managed Services
- Employer type
- Private Sector
- Site
- Trustwide
- Town
- Gloucestershire
- Salary
- £46,303 - £53,629 per annum
- Salary period
- Yearly
- Closing
- 30/01/2025 23:59
Employer heading
Senior Estates Officer, GMS Band D2
GMS Band D2
GMS provides the estates, facilities, sterile services and materials management services for the Trust. We provide services such as clinical equipment management, provision of facilities services such as catering, domestics, portering and linen, manage the construction and development of new and existing healthcare buildings and manage the building, engineering and grounds services.
GMS aims to provide a best value customer service which ensures a safe, compliant and sustainable environment, and that supports our customers to be efficient and effective in patient care.
Job overview
Gloucestershire Managed Services (GMS) is seeking two experienced Senior Estates Officers to lead the delivery of safe, compliant, and effective engineering services across our healthcare facilities.
We are recruiting two Senior Estates Officers with expertise in different areas: one mechanically biased to focus on HVAC, plumbing, and water safety, and one electrically biased to manage electrical distribution systems, fire alarms, and other safety critical electrical infrastructure.
Both roles require expertise in maintenance operations, capital projects, statutory compliance, and the management of multi-disciplinary teams. As key members of the Estates team, you will work closely with the Head of Estates, taking on significant responsibilities to ensure that our healthcare environments are safe, functional, compliant, and efficient.
Please note this job will attract GMS Terms and Conditions of Service (TCS)
Please see attached TCS for reference
Main duties of the job
- Act as an Authorised/Responsible Person (AP/RP) for specific systems, such as water safety, medical gases, ventilation (HVAC), pressure systems, (mechanical role), or electrical systems and fire alarms (electrical role).
- Collaborate with external contractors and suppliers to ensure efficient service delivery and compliance with safety and maintenance standards.
- Oversee planned and reactive maintenance and capital project programs (supporting the capital project team), ensuring compliance with statutory regulations and Health Technical Memorandums (HTMs).
- Lead, manage, and develop an engineering team to deliver high-quality, 24/7 maintenance services.
- Provide technical expertise and guidance for capital projects, ensuring delivery on time and within budget.
- Manage budgets effectively, driving cost-efficient operations
- Ensure robust processes for incident response, risk management, and safety compliance.
Working for our organisation
Gloucestershire Managed Services is a dedicated provider of high-quality non-clinical support services to the NHS and healthcare organisations. Joining GMS means working within a progressive, people-focussed environment committed to safety, innovation, and excellence, delivering exceptional outcomes for patients, staff and visitors,
Our values – Excellence, Integrity, Listening, and Inclusivity – underpin everything we do. Be part of a team that prioritises innovation, teamwork, and exceptional service delivery.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
The Senior Estates Officers will:
- Ensure that all engineering services meet national standards and healthcare-specific regulations.
- Drive compliance with safety protocols, including those outlined in HTMs, HBNs and other relevant guidance.
- Lead on delivering robust systems for monitoring and maintaining critical infrastructure.
- Build strong relationships with stakeholders to support operational excellence.
- Be responsible for the effective use of resources, ensuring financial efficiency and sustainability.
This role will require participation in an on-call rota to provide 24/7 support for emergency maintenance.
Working Environment:
- Frequent travel between sites (shuttle bus available) to oversee maintenance operations.
- Exposure to varying site conditions, including noise, damp environments and confined spaces.
- Participation in out-of-hours working as part of an on-call rota to support emergency maintenance breakdowns.
-Regular physical activity, including working at heights or in confined spaces.
- Adherence to infection control protocols when working in clinical areas, ensuring safety for staff and patients
Communication and Working Relationships:
Internal:
- Close working relationships with Site and Departmental Managers, Ward Staff, Fire Officers, and other internal stakeholders to support the smooth operation of engineering services across the healthcare environments.
- Collaborate with senior management to ensure the effective delivery of services that meet compliance standards.
External:
- Build strong relationships with suppliers, contractors, and service providers to ensure efficient operations and compliance with maintenance contracts.
- Build strong relationships with external regulatory bodies and agencies to ensure the estate meets all necessary statutory requirements and healthcare regulations.
Person specification
Qualifications
Essential criteria
- HNC/HND (or equivalent) in engineering or a related discipline.
- Relevant AP/RP certification for healthcare systems (or willingness to achieve).
Desirable criteria
- Degree in engineering or a related field.
- Membership of a professional body such as IHEEM or CIBSE.
Experience
Essential criteria
- Proven senior-level experience managing maintenance in a complex environment.
- In-depth knowledge of statutory compliance, HTMs, HBNs, and safety regulations.
- Demonstrated ability to lead multi-disciplinary teams effectively.
Desirable criteria
- Experience in healthcare estates management.
- Track record of successfully delivering capital projects.
Knowledge/ Skills
Essential criteria
- Strong technical expertise in mechanical or electrical systems, depending on the role.
- Excellent leadership, communication, and organisational skills.
- Ability to manage budgets, prioritise workloads, and ensure compliance with standards.
Desirable criteria
- Familiarity with NHS or healthcare-specific estates requirements.
Applicant requirements
The postholder will have access to vulnerable people in the course of their normal duties and as such this post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Documents to download
Further details / informal visits contact
- Name
- Penny Bickerstaff
- Job title
- Workforce Officer
- Email address
- [email protected]
- Telephone number
- 07977 787082
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