Deputy Estates & 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 the Barnsley 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.

You will be joining friendly, passionate colleagues, rich in their diversity, who are committed to providing excellent care to our service users and their loved ones.

In this role you will be reporting to the Senior Estates & Facilities Manager/Estates & Facilities Manager, responsible for managing the effective and efficient delivery of local site services and facilities on a day to day basis at NHSBT properties. Your responsibilities will include:

• Reporting to the Estates and Facilities Manager, you will be responsible for 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 and communications, statutory compliance, budget control, performance management and business continuity are key to our success.
• Acting as the primary point of contract for, and liaise 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.

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

• 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).

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