Estates Officer (Electrical Bias)

Job Description:

Estates Officer An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Estates Officer to join a well-established managed services provider supporting the healthcare sector. This is a pivotal leadership role responsible for the day-to-day operational management of Engineering, Building, and Grounds Maintenance teams.

The successful candidate will ensure a high-quality, cost-effective, and fully compliant maintenance service across the estate, working with both in-house staff and external contractors. You'll also provide technical leadership, ensure regulatory compliance, and contribute to broader strategic planning.

This full-time, permanent role includes participation in an on-call rota to provide 24/7 estates support.

Key Responsibilities:

• Plan and oversee reactive and planned maintenance programmes to meet statutory and HTM compliance.
• Manage, lead, and develop a multidisciplinary team including engineering, building, and grounds staff.
• Oversee work carried out by contractors, ensuring quality, safety, and cost-efficiency.
• Act as Authorised Person (AP) in relevant disciplines and ensure HTM standards are maintained.
• Liaise with internal stakeholders and customers, communicating work schedules and resolving issues effectively.
• Maintain accurate records of completed works, certification, and compliance documentation.
• Conduct risk assessments and ensure a safe working environment for all activities.
• Regularly inspect engineering systems and develop costed maintenance strategies.
• Ensure technical training is current for all estates personnel.
• Provide guidance on projects and prepare estimates for minor works.
• Support HR processes, budget monitoring, business continuity, and contribute to environmental goals.
• Participate in the department’s emergency on-call rota.

Skills & Qualifications:

• Degree/HND/HNC or equivalent in a relevant engineering or building services discipline (e.g. Mechanical, Electrical, Building Services Engineering).
• Demonstrable experience in estates or facilities management within a complex environment—preferably healthcare or public sector.
• Recognised Health & Safety qualification (e.g. IOSH, NEBOSH) desirable.
• Strong knowledge of statutory regulations and HTM compliance standards.
• Authorised Person (AP) or Responsible Person (RP) status in relevant areas, or willingness to attain.
• Proven experience managing and developing technical teams and working with external contractors.
• Excellent organisational and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to work collaboratively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• IT literacy, including familiarity with CAFM systems and reporting tools.
• Commitment to sustainability and continuous improvement.