Job Description

• Estates Technical Officer- to carry out estates duties at Seaton Delaval and to supply cover at NSECH when needed.

Please note we reserve the right to close this vacancy prior to the closing date once the required number of suitable applications have been received.
Main duties of the job
o Directly accountable for the day to day management of all directly employed and contracted Estates engineering and building tradesmen.o Directly accountable for the operation and maintenance of all building fabric and all engineering installations including, life critical engineering services plant and equipment and life cycle.o Directly accountable for the design and project management of minor works and allocated major capital schemes.o Ensure that all premises are effectively estate managed and all statutory and mandatory Estate and Health & Safety related issues are identified, prioritised and minimised within financial and physical restraints.o Develop and deliver solutions to challenges and problems through creativity and change.o Advance technology and promote advanced changes in designs to create efficient techniques, and new services to the benefit of existing staff, the General Public and patients.o Work in co-operation with other heads of departments, professionals and contract supervisors to lead and drive forward the modernisation of clean working practices within the hospital, healthcare premises and environments, during the course of construction, maintenance and breakdown of building services, therefore reducing risk to employees, general public and patients alike.
About us
NHFM is a wholly owned subsidiary of Northumbria Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust. Established in 2012, NHFM provide specialist project management services for large and small capital developments, estates maintenance and a full range of facilities services. Carrying out facilities management for a state-of-the-art specialist emergency care hospital - The Northumbria, three general hospitals - North Tyneside, Wansbeck and Hexham hospitals - and a number of smaller community hospitals and clinic sites, we cover one of the largest geographical areas of any NHS trust in the country.
Work for us and you will be making a real difference to the NHS and the thousands of people who use our services each year. Visit our websitewww.nhfm.co.ukfor more information about who we are and benefits of working for us.
Details
Date posted
08 August 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 7
Salary
47,810 to 54,710 a year per annum
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time, Flexible working
Reference number
319-7370068SC
Job locations
Northumbria Healthcare Manufacturing and Innovation Hub
Avenue Road
Seaton Delaval
NE25 0QJ
Job description
Job responsibilities
Directly accountable for the day to day management of all directly employed and contracted Estates engineering and building tradesmen. Directly accountable for the operation and maintenance of all building fabric and all engineering installations including, life critical engineering services plant and equipment. Directly accountable for the design and project management of minor works and allocated major capital schemes. Ensure that all premises are effectively estate managed and all statutory and mandatory Estate and Health & Safety related issues are identified, prioritised and minimised within financial and physical restraints. Develop and deliver solutions to challenges and problems through creativity and change. Advance technology and promote advanced changes in designs to create efficient techniques, and new services to the benefit of existing staff, the General Public and patients. Attend current training courses in line with new technology and advances. Work in co-operation with other heads of departments, professionals and contract supervisors to lead and drive forward the modernisation of clean working practices within the hospital, healthcare premises and environments, during the course of construction, maintenance and breakdown of building services, therefore reducing risk to employees, general public and patients alike. To role model compassionate and inclusive leadership in order to shape the creation of a collective leadership culture within the trust. This means demonstrating a consistent leadership style which (a) engages, enables and empowers others (b) uses coaching to promote ownership of learning and quality improvement and (c) facilitates team working and collaboration within teams / departments and across organisational boundaries.

• The management of own and client budgets ensuring that these are kept within financial restraints. The Management and design of minor works. Direct line management of multi-disciplined workforce. Effective operation and testing of life/business critical engineering services ensuring that all existing and emergency support services run to maximum efficiency. Ensure that all internal and external building fabric and decoration is in a sound condition and maintains relevant published quality condition standards. Monitor quality of contracted out services within NHCFML ensuring performance and value for money is obtained throughout. Participate in the coordinating of health and safety management. Implement procedures to ensure compliance with all relevant policies, procedures and Standing Financial Instructions. To monitor energy, identify areas of excessive usage, and produce action plans to reduce consumptions.

Job description
Job responsibilities
Directly accountable for the day to day management of all directly employed and contracted Estates engineering and building tradesmen. Directly accountable for the operation and maintenance of all building fabric and all engineering installations including, life critical engineering services plant and equipment. Directly accountable for the design and project management of minor works and allocated major capital schemes. Ensure that all premises are effectively estate managed and all statutory and mandatory Estate and Health & Safety related issues are identified, prioritised and minimised within financial and physical restraints. Develop and deliver solutions to challenges and problems through creativity and change. Advance technology and promote advanced changes in designs to create efficient techniques, and new services to the benefit of existing staff, the General Public and patients. Attend current training courses in line with new technology and advances. Work in co-operation with other heads of departments, professionals and contract supervisors to lead and drive forward the modernisation of clean working practices within the hospital, healthcare premises and environments, during the course of construction, maintenance and breakdown of building services, therefore reducing risk to employees, general public and patients alike. To role model compassionate and inclusive leadership in order to shape the creation of a collective leadership culture within the trust. This means demonstrating a consistent leadership style which (a) engages, enables and empowers others (b) uses coaching to promote ownership of learning and quality improvement and (c) facilitates team working and collaboration within teams / departments and across organisational boundaries.

• The management of own and client budgets ensuring that these are kept within financial restraints. The Management and design of minor works. Direct line management of multi-disciplined workforce. Effective operation and testing of life/business critical engineering services ensuring that all existing and emergency support services run to maximum efficiency. Ensure that all internal and external building fabric and decoration is in a sound condition and maintains relevant published quality condition standards. Monitor quality of contracted out services within NHCFML ensuring performance and value for money is obtained throughout. Participate in the coordinating of health and safety management. Implement procedures to ensure compliance with all relevant policies, procedures and Standing Financial Instructions. To monitor energy, identify areas of excessive usage, and produce action plans to reduce consumptions.

Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential

• HNC in Electrical/Mechanical Engineering.
• Completed a recognised Engineering apprenticeship, hold a Degree/HNC in an engineering related discipline or appropriate equivalent knowledge and experience.

Desirable

• Degree level.

Experience
Essential

• Experience of managing complex projects across multi-Trust sites.
• Significant in depth experience and professional specialist knowledge of working within an Acute healthcare environment.

Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential

• HNC in Electrical/Mechanical Engineering.
• Completed a recognised Engineering apprenticeship, hold a Degree/HNC in an engineering related discipline or appropriate equivalent knowledge and experience.

Desirable

• Degree level.

Experience
Essential

• Experience of managing complex projects across multi-Trust sites.
• Significant in depth experience and professional specialist knowledge of working within an Acute healthcare environment.