Deputy Estates and Facilities Manager

Job Summary

We are embarking on a journey to improve our department and effect change for all our customers. This crucial role will support the Estates and Facilities Manager in the day-to day operational Facilities Management of Manchester Blood Centre and associated satellite sites. Managing a small team of Administrators and Contractors in providing a safe working environment for NHSBT staff, donors, contractors, and visitors. The role is challenging and varied with no two days the same. Customer Service and a can do attitude are essential for this role. Site visits to other centres and satellite sites is also a requirement for this role, therefore the ability to efficiently travel to these sites is important.

Main duties of the job

• Managing the effective and efficient delivery of local site services and facilities on a day to day basis.
• Providing a highly responsive and proactive service within a customer oriented environment where teamwork, communication, statutory compliance, budget control, performance management and business continuity are key.
• Acting as the primary point of contract for and liaising with local customers at numerous properties.
• Assisting in the management of staff, contractors and consultants to ensure the provision of high quality and efficient services to meet the needs of the NHSBT and its stakeholders.

Travel and Working Hours

You will be required to travel and spend time away from base, which will involve working irregular hours when required, with prior notice.

Qualifications

• Degree in Facilities Management, Building Services, Mechanical, Electrical Engineering or equivalent demonstrable experience.
• Demonstrate commitment to own Continued Professional Development (CPD).

Experience

• Proven ability to identify and introduce best practice in all aspects of Facilities management including administration, maintenance both hard and soft services.
• Proven ability to work across functions and promote teamwork.
• Knowledge and implementation of Health and Safety regulations.
• Proven people management skills and experience.
• Proven experience in managing contractors.
• Experience of working with information technology using Microsoft Office packages (Outlook, Word, Excel, Teams and PowerPoint).

Benefits

Flexible working options - we promote flexible working where the role allows. We're happy to discuss what flexibility might look like for you.

Generous annual leave - 27 days annual leave (pro rata for part time) plus Bank Holidays, increasing to 29 days after 5 years' service and to 33 days after 10 years.

Inclusive pension scheme - the NHS Pension Scheme is a defined benefit scheme (not dependent on investment returns). Further details and outline of benefits can be found at:

Supportive learning culture - we've fostered a culture of continuous learning where colleagues are well led, engaged, and encouraged to grow. We support you in reaching your full potential, both in your current role and future career.

Health and wellbeing support - we offer confidential services including occupational health, employee assistance programme, and wellbeing resources. Our support is available to all colleagues and we endeavour to provide tailored workplace adjustments where possible.

As a Disability Confident Employer, we welcome applications from disabled candidates. We will talk with you to explore any adjustments that may help you during the recruitment process.

Employer details

Employer name: NHS Blood and Transplant

Address: NHSBT, Plymouth Grove, Manchester, M13 9LL

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