WTWA Estates Trade Supervisor

WTWA Estates Trade Supervisor The closing date is 09 December 2025 The WTWA Estates Supervisor has responsibility for Hard Facilities Management (FM) services and sub-contracted services at Wythenshawe Hospital, Trafford Hospital, Withington Community Hospital, Altrincham Hospital, Opal House and associated 'Off Campus' Properties. Main duties of the job S/he will be responsible for ensuring that all buildings, plant & infrastructure are maintained safely and cost-effectively within agreed statutory requirements, in accordance with NHS and the Trust's policies and procedures. S/he will supervise and monitor programmes of work, compliance, health & safety (H&S) legislation and work with the Trust's Energy & Sustainability team to ensure efficient use of energy, power and utilities services. S/he will deputise for the WTWA Estates Officer in his/her absence. About us Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT) is the largest provider of specialist services, and our Oxford Road Campus in Manchester, the largest health academic campus in Europe – what better place to shape and develop your leadership career. We deliver care to over 1 million patients & users each year through our 10 hospitals and extensive community services. Our 30,000+ strong workforce is central to our success and innovation. You will play a pivotal part in supporting our operational excellence and strategic ambitions. You'll work collaboratively with clinical and non-clinical teams, driving improvements that enhance patient experience, staff wellbeing, and service efficiency across the Trust. MFT offers a dynamic, inclusive environment where your leadership, ideas, and expertise are valued. You'll have access to professional development, digital tools and opportunities to contribute to transformational projects that shape the future of healthcare delivery. We are committed to supporting your growth and wellbeing, recognising the vital role you play in our organisation's success. Join us and help shape the future of our Trust–make a real difference to our teams, our services, and our communities, and fundamentally, our patients. Job responsibilities To find out more about the key responsibilities and the specific skills and experience you'll need, take a look at the Job Description & Person Specification attachments under the Supporting Documents heading. So that you're even more equipped to make an informed decision to apply to us, you'll need to take the time to read the Candidate Essentials Guide that sits with the Job Description and Person Specification. This document provides you with details about the Trust, our benefits and outlines how we care for you as you care for others. Most importantly, it also contains critical information you'll need to be aware of before you submit an application form. Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in your application: Here at Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust, we are proud to be ALL HERE FOR YOU for our patients, our communities, and each other. As part of our commitment to fairness, transparency, and personal integrity, we ask all applicants to ensure that their job applications reflect their own experiences, skills, and motivations. While AI tools can support spelling, grammar, or formatting, we expect that the content of your application—especially personal statements and responses to role‑specific questions—is written by you. This helps us get to know the real you and ensures that our recruitment process remains equitable and meaningful for everyone. Diversity Matters: MFT is committed to promoting equality of opportunity, celebrating and valuing diversity and eliminating any form of unlawful discrimination across our workforce, ensuring our people are truly representative of the communities we serve. All individuals regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation are encouraged to apply for this post. As an inclusive employer, we are here to support you. If you have any special requirements to help you with your application, please contact the manager named below. Person Specification Qualifications City and Guilds Level 3 Building Services Engineering NVQ Level 3 / ONC in Building Services Engineering 18th Edition or recognised equivalent qualification in a mechanical/discipline Evidence of Continuing Learning HNC and HND in relevant discipline Corporate membership of relevant professional body Suitable Building Contract Management Qualification Corporate membership of relevant professional body Suitable Building Contract Management Qualification Experience Experience in managing multi‑disciplined team A track record of successful management and control of Hard Facilities contracts Experience of budget management Evidence of acting as the lead in maintaining and managing Compliance Proven track record in providing contract appraisal Understanding of Property Leases, Rates etc. NHS experience Or similar Healthcare setting experience. 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. Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust Address WTWA 1st Floor International House, Ledson Road £38,682 to £46,580 a year per annum, pro rata Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 349-EST-7468626-RL4 Job locations WTWA 1st Floor International House, Ledson Road #J-18808-Ljbffr