Our Estates Supervisors are integral to keeping our grounds and buildings in the best condition possible, so the NHS can supply essential services to our communities. You will be working with the Estates Officer, managing and directing our work force and external contractors to keep our facilities in good working order. As part of this managerial role, you will also need to provide health and safety supervision as well as undertaking risk assessments for your staff to make sure they are protected in their tasks. You will need to carry out inspections to ensure expectations are being met in regards to work being undertaken and conditions are maintained. We are looking for someone who can provide great communication, excellent management skills and cares about keeping our NHS facilities operating at their best.

Main duties of the job

To supervise a direct labour force (DLF) and contractors carrying out the operation and maintenance of the systems listed below. All work to be undertaken in accordance with relevant legislative standards and operational procedures to ensure the engineering services, building fabric and infrastructure of the hospital to provide a safe environment for patients, public and staff.o Mechanical / Plumbing & Electrical engineeringo Building and Joineryo Paintingo Grounds and Gardenso Managing Contractors engaged on any of the above work activities

About us

We aim to attract and retain a diverse, talented and committed workforce, who are caring and compassionate, and therefore able to meet the demands of the modern NHS now and in the future. In return we can offer a dynamic working environment in which to build a career.

Please note, this post may be subject to a potential TUPE transfer into NTW Solutions, out wholly owned subsidiary organisation in the near future.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please find attached job description for full details.

Advertising date : 8th September 2023

Closing date : 24th September 2023

We welcome your application.

Person Specification

Education and Qualification

Essential

• The post holder must have completed a recognised and registered apprenticeship, with a relevant City and Guilds/NVQ 3 certificate or equivalent, have relevant post qualification experience, or a Higher National Certificate (HNC) in a building, building services or electrical related subject.

Knowledge and Experience

Essential

• The post holder will have previous general experience in service, maintenance, and repair of all general building and engineering trades. This will typically involve a good working knowledge of the following key areas: - o Mechanical & Electrical Building Services o Building Fabric o Health and Safety Legislation and risk assessments o Pressure Regulations o Legionella and Water Management Legislation o Asbestos and Hazardous/General Waste Regulations o HTM's and HBN's o Emergency Procedures and Systems
• Must demonstrate good understanding of health & safety.

Skills and Competencies

Essential

• Well-motivated individual capable of motivating others with the ability to address problems with a methodical approach to ensure a satisfactory conclusion.

Employer details

Employer name

CNTW NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Carleton Clinic

Cumbria

CA1 3SX

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