Job Description

The closing date is 25th Jan 2026

Job summary

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Are you an experienced mechanical engineering professional looking for a leadership role in a dynamic healthcare environment? Somerset NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a highly skilled Estates Officer (Mechanical) to join our Estates & Facilities team. This is a pivotal position ensuring our hospital buildings and engineering services are safe, compliant, and maintained to the highest standards.


You will manage a wide range of mechanical systems, including heating, ventilation, air conditioning (HVAC), steam boiler plants, and water treatment systems. Acting as an Authorised Person, you'll oversee statutory compliance, lead on critical projects, and support the delivery of a responsive, cost-effective estates service.


This role offers a Recruitment and Retention Payment of 2000 per year.

Main duties, tasks & skills required

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Manage maintenance, installation, testing, and commissioning of mechanical plant and equipment. Act as the responsible person for service-critical systems such as steam boilers and HVAC. Ensure compliance with legislative standards and NHS technical guidance (HTMs). Lead and support capital projects related to mechanical services and infrastructure. Provide technical expertise and assurance in design and project meetings. Oversee risk assessments, safety audits, and governance for mechanical systems. Contribute to forward investment planning and sustainability initiatives.

Join a forward-thinking Estates & Facilities team where your expertise directly impacts patient safety and care. We offer excellent opportunities for professional development, a supportive work environment, and access to NHS benefits including a generous pension scheme and annual leave. This is your chance to work on meaningful projects that shape the future of healthcare facilities.

About us

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At

Somerset NHS Foundation Trust

, we're committed to supporting our employees with a range of benefits designed to enhance your professional and personal life. We offer:

Flexible working options

to help you balance work and life

NHS pension scheme

for long-term financial security

Generous annual leave allowance

to recharge and relax A strong focus on

career development

to help you grow and achieve your potential

Additionally, you'll gain access to our

Blue Light Card

, unlocking exclusive discounts on shopping, dining, and leisure activities, as well as NHS-specific perks to support you both inside and outside of work.


We are proud to foster a

diverse, skilled, and inclusive workforce

, and we encourage applications from all backgrounds.

Why Somerset?

Somerset offers the perfect blend of

idyllic countryside, outstanding areas of natural beauty

, and

breathtaking coastlines

, with vibrant cities like

Bristol

,

Bath

, and

Exeter

just a short drive away - and only two hours to

London

.


The region is home to excellent

educational facilities

, and with affordable housing compared to other parts of the country, it's a great place to build both your career and your future.

Somerset truly has it all

- the peaceful countryside and cosmopolitan city life, with something for everyone to enjoy.

Job description

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Please see the attached and personal specification for more information on this role .

Person specification

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Qualifications

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Essential

ONC / HNC or equivalent in a mechanical engineering or similar discipline


HND or Degree level education and evidence of continuing professional development


Project Management Qualification (PRINCE 2) or similar




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Desirable

Membership of a relevant professional body

Experience

#

Essential

Extensive knowledge of Computer Aided Facilities Management Systems (CAFM). Managing and planning maintenance of Mechanical systems


Using BMS systems


Supervisory and Leadership experience




#

Desirable

Experience in writing and presenting both reports and business cases to be presented to a variety of forums.


Experience of managing, planning, and budgeting


Proven Management skills - as well as working directly with Senior Management / Executive level.


Perform root cause analysis on Serious Untoward Incidents for the Trust

Additional Criteria

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Essential

Good knowledge of computer applications including Microsoft Office Suite


Competency in Health and Safety Legislation.


Ability to interpret statistical data.


Able to prioritise work for self and others.


Ability to produce strategic plans based on national policy.


Advanced use of Microsoft Excel


Lead procurement exercises for new goods, equipment and services including directing the production of tender specifications Ability to interpret and apply National policies and guidelines.


#

Desirable

Knowledge of Estates services provision.


Understanding of NHS and Trust Standing Financial Instructions.


Understanding of Policies on Recruitment and Retention of staff, Management of Sickness Absence, Industrial Relations, Risk Management and Procurement.


Able to engage, support, motivate and inspire large multi-faceted teams.

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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.


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.

For help with your application, contact:

Thomas Lait


thomas.lair@somersetft.nhs.uk


01935606922

Pay scheme

Agenda for Change

Band

Band 7

Salary

47810.00 to 54710.00 Yearly

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-Time

Reference number

184-OL-PU-3951

Job locations

Yeovil District Hospital

Higher Kingston

Yeovil

Somerset

BA21 4AT