Specialist Engineering Manager

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The role of the Specialist Engineering Manager is to provide management of the Trusts specialist engineering services to all wards and departments within a multidisciplinary environment, ensuring compliance with Trust safety standards and legal requirements.Specialist engineering services are defined as but not limited to systems covered both HTM's and statutory instruments, i.e., Medical Gas, Pressure Systems, HV/LV Voltage, Passenger Lifts, Water Systems, Ventilation Systems etc.Responsible for the operational management of a multi-disciplinary specialist engineering team delivering assurance to the Trusts senior management against current standards.The post holder will have lead responsibility for the management and responsibility of key specialist engineering service contracts and ensuring appropriate audits, contact management and remedial actions are delivered. The post holder will be required to participate in the Estates out of hour's on-call arrangements and undertaking Authorised Person responsibilities for specific engineering systems as required.
To support and deputise as required for the Head of Estates in managing a team to ensure Building and Engineering maintenance services are delivered to a high standard.
To be a key contribute to the achievement of good corporate governance throughout the Trust, and direct subordinates as required, ensuring their compliance with all Trust policies and procedures.
Provide technical expertise and training on all aspects of Estates Maintenance Function, promote communication at all levels and bring innovation, monitoring and measurement to ensure a value for money service.
This will include risk assessment, safe systems of work, training toolbox talks and safety inspections.Medical Gas Pipeline systems, High and Low Voltage Electrical systems. high-quality care for all,
And we will embed health equality in all we do - taking active steps to reduce the avoidable differences in healthcare that some people face, working in partnership with communities.
This is an exciting moment as we look to the future with clarity on what we already do well and where we need to focus our energies to make an even bigger difference for the people we serve.
About the University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust:

To undertake training of the Estates Operational Managers and Engineering Team, as designated by training / competency matrix, to ensure that the knowledge and skills base is maintained and developed to meet the requirements of current and future engineering services and changes in legislation.
Key decision maker on Trust approach to HTM and statutory compliance and the development of risk-based response to engineering standards
Lead on management of external specialist engineering contractors and staff carrying out work on the Trust's assets and buildings, ensuring delivery and assurance of SLA's and KPI's.
Lead on training and development of authorised and competent persons both internal and external to the Trust.
Undertake Estates specialist engineering audits and condition surveys reporting into Trust Governance and senior teams.
Key contributor to the estates risk register to ensure an accurate view of operational risk and backlog maintenance requirements.
Key contributor in negotiating with contractors, suppliers, Authorising Engineers, Service Leads in the delivery of the service. Lead on and designate to the Engineering team, the management of complex specialist engineering projects designed to improve or maintain compliance with statutory requirements. Will also be required to take the Operational lead on Capital improvement projects, defining the requirements of the project, supporting decisions on derogations / plan changes and ensuring that a suitable product is handed over into Operational management; The post holder will have to have regular usage of computer software to develop and create reports or documents alongside audits etc.
The post holder should have highly developed physical skills to deal with complex engineering issues and can use fine tools, test instruments, materials and be able to interpret results and findings to provide solutions.
To ensure all specialist engineering systems are installed and maintained in accordance with current legislation, health and safety regulations, codes of practice and Health technical guidance.
Responsible for developing, monitoring and review safe systems of work applied to specialist engineering services.
Lead on creation of succession plans for training and supporting for development of junior engineers and apprentices.
As part of continual personal development, identifying solutions using technological advances and practices within Health care engineering.
Requirement to analyse highly complex engineering condition reports and drawings, covering life critical systems that supply services across whole hospital sites. Use of judgement to proactively address areas of concern and undertake risk prioritisation to ensure robust governance.
Requirement to undertaken physical analysis of specialist engineering equipment to monitor performance and to undertake fault diagnosis with the use of fine tools and equipment.
The post holder should have standard keyboard skills and be able to use MS Office Software. Training & Qualifications
Degree / Diploma in Mechanical, Electrical or Building Service discipline or equivalent significant experience
A recognised training qualification/apprenticeship in Electrical or Mechanical Services
NEBOSH - Level 3 Certificate
Considerable experience in specialist engineering in installation and maintenance of systems
Experience of line management and supervisory responsibility for directly employed staff and contractors working on defects and PPM on technical: Electrical, Mechanical or Building disciplines found in an acute hospital environment
g Medical Gas , High Volatge)
Experience working with Computer aided facility management systems
Considerable knowledge of Health care Engineering knowledge of Healthcare Engineering services (EG HV/LV/Water?Ability to interpret and make judgement across a wide range of highly complex estates issues taking into account legislation, expert advice and conflicting demands
Ability to understand and interpret legislation and develop work plans and policies
Ability to react to unplanned events/emergencies in a controlled planned manner and communication of issues and progress as per the agreed communications policy
Ability to undertake performance monitoring fault diagnosis using fine tools and equipment
Flexible individual who can cope with new and changing demands
Ability to work flexible as needs arise, and ability to work overtime at short notice
Planning and Organisation Skills
Equality Diversity and Inclusion
All staff are expected to engage in compassionate and inclusive leadership in the provision of high quality care and interactions with others
Has the ability to travel, as will be required to work at other sites
Ability to work out of hours, evenings, weekends and bank holidays as needs arise
To be able to participate on the Estates Management On Call Rota if required to do so
Please check the email account (including your junk mail) that you supplied as part of your application on a regular basis following the closing date and throughout the recruitment process, as this is how we will communicate with you.
UHL is an equal opportunities employer. We aim to employ a workforce that reflects the diverse communities we serve. Applicants who have a disability and meet the essential criteria for the job will be interviewed if you indicate you wish to be considered under the Guaranteed Interview Scheme. UHL is committed to helping colleagues balance the demands of both their work and personal needs through flexible working arrangements wherever reasonably practicable and subject to service needs.
COVID 19 Risk Assessment
Due to the current Covid pandemic we have introduced a staff risk assessment into our pre-employment process. The risk assessment is intended to ensure you are able to safely perform your duties in any of our work areas, and if you have been identified as being particularly vulnerable to coronavirus. Our main aim is to reduce risk and to ensure the safety of all new starters to the Trust as well as current staff, patients and visitors.
Covid Vaccination Status
Covid-19 vaccination remains the best way to protect yourself, family, colleagues and our patients/service users from the Covid-19 virus. University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust holds the principles of equality, diversity and inclusion at the heart of everything it does and all that it stands for. We are committed to developing a workforce that is representative of the community we serve. We welcome applications from the diverse community of Leicester, Leicester and Rutland, to help deliver healthcare services that meets the needs of our diverse communities.
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