Job summary
Dorset Healthcare Estates and Facilities Directorate are looking to appoint a conscientious and self-motivated Assistant Estates Officer Building.
Working alongside the Estates Officer Building as well as colleagues in the mechanical and electrical operational teams, the Assistant Estates Officer will supply problem solving support and effective supervision of a team of builders and Maintenance Workers.
The team, which are based at our new office and workshop facilities in Wareham,deliver pre-planned maintenance and repair services to a variety of Trust premises across Dorset, including Community Hospitals, Health Centres, Mental Health Units and Administrative Buildings.
Whilst this is very much a working role both hands-on and office based, it should also be seen as a development role, and as part of the departments' succession plan, a programme of professional development training is in place, that will support the Assistant Estates Officers' progression towards more senior roles of the future.
The Assistant Estates Officer post comes with an added pay enhancement of £2600 pa., NHS Pension, 27 days leave per year plus bank holidays, flexible working arrangements, overtime paid at premium rates, a tracked vehicle (for business use only), work wear and all PPE (Personal Protective Equipment).
Holding and maintaining a full UK (United Kingdom) driving licence is an essential requirement.
Main duties of the job
The Assistant Estates Officer will be responsible for the operational supervision of the estates building team and supporting maintenance workers across all Trust sites, assisting the Estates Officer Building in ensuring the reliability of building maintenance systems and equipment. This will include the guidance and support to Estates operatives to ensure statutory and mandatory compliance.
The Estates Department is a patient, visitor and staff driven department focused in delivering a range of building and engineering services in a professional, effective, consistent, and friendly manner.
Our key objectives are to provide staff, patients and visitors with safe, attractive and fully operational environments whilst ensuring the Trust has all the engineering support services required to sustain normal, healthcare operations and business continuity
About us
At Dorset HealthCare we're on a mission to empower people to make the most of their lives through our outstanding, joined-up healthcare services. We're a dynamic, forward-looking Trust, running 12 community hospitals, specialist inpatient facilities and a wide range of integrated community and mental health services for a population of almost 800,000 people.
We do things differently here - it's one of the reasons the CQC rated us 'outstanding' in 2019. It's also why 95% of patients across our services say they have a good or very good experience of our services and 89% of staff feel they can really make a difference. Whether you're looking to work with us in one of our bustling market towns, vibrant urban locations, thriving seaside spots, or among the rolling hills of Dorset, there are lots of ways you can make a difference in our communities.
Our 7,000-strong workforce is at the heart of what we do, and our success is a testament to our brilliant people. We're all about building a workplace for the future, we believe in equal opportunities, and we celebrate diversity. We're an inclusive workplace, where everyone is welcome, everyone can be authentic, and we are all encouraged to be the best version of ourselves.
Working with us you'll be part of a strong team, challenge yourself, build a career, and teach us what we don't know. And you'll be working towards our vision to be better every day through excellence, compassion and expertise in all we do.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For the main duties and responsibilities for this role please read the attached job description and person specification. When completing your application please ensure your supporting statement reflects the criteria set out in these documents by showing how your experience and skills apply to this post.
At Dorset HealthCare we want to offer all our staff the opportunity to work flexibly, putting health and wellbeing first, whilst continuing the delivery of excellent patient care. Flexible working looks different for everyone and we welcome applicants to discuss flexible working opportunities with the recruiting manager.
As part of our vision to have a skilled, diverse and caring workforce, Dorset HealthCare is working in partnership with The Princes Trust to support people getting into work, as part of this partnership, we are offering an employability service to support individuals between 16-30 years old with application writing, interview skills and other employment support. If you would like or know of anyone who would value this support please do contact dhc.wideningparticipation@nhs.net
Job description
Job responsibilities
For the main duties and responsibilities for this role please read the attached job description and person specification. When completing your application please ensure your supporting statement reflects the criteria set out in these documents by showing how your experience and skills apply to this post.
At Dorset HealthCare we want to offer all our staff the opportunity to work flexibly, putting health and wellbeing first, whilst continuing the delivery of excellent patient care. Flexible working looks different for everyone and we welcome applicants to discuss flexible working opportunities with the recruiting manager.
As part of our vision to have a skilled, diverse and caring workforce, Dorset HealthCare is working in partnership with The Princes Trust to support people getting into work, as part of this partnership, we are offering an employability service to support individuals between 16-30 years old with application writing, interview skills and other employment support. If you would like or know of anyone who would value this support please do contact dhc.wideningparticipation@nhs.net
Person Specification
Essential and Desirable
Essential
- Good standard of general education
- Completed a relevant recognised Building apprenticeship or completed a relevant certified formal training programme supported by considerable experience
- Must be able to demonstrate sound knowledge of key skills: Communication Application of numeracy Working with others Improving your own learning Problem Solving
- Proven experience of managing a team of qualified personnel
- Basic IT skills, normally obtained through practice or practical training
- The ability to work to deadlines
Desirable
- HNC/HND plus additional specialist knowledge and experience in a wide range of building skills including plastering, roofing, bricklaying, carpentry, and the basic principles of building surveying
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Experience of Healthcare Environment at Supervisor level
- Use of bespoke software for maintenance management and compliant reporting
Qualifications
Essential
- Completed a relevant recognised Building apprenticeship or completed a relevant certified formal training programme supported by considerable experience
Desirable
- HNC/HND plus additional specialist knowledge and experience in a wide range of building skills including plastering, roofing, bricklaying, carpentry, and the basic principles of building surveying
Education
Essential
- Good standard of general education
Desirable
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Managerial/supervisory experience
Essential
- Must be able to demonstrate sound knowledge of key skills: Communication Application of numeracy Working with others Improving your own learning Problem Solving
Desirable
- Experience of Healthcare Environment at Supervisor level
Information Technology
Essential
- Basic IT skills, normally obtained through practice or practical training
Desirable
- Use of bespoke software for maintenance management and compliant reporting
Personal attributes
Essential
- The ability to work to deadlines.
Person Specification
Essential and Desirable
Essential
- Good standard of general education
- Completed a relevant recognised Building apprenticeship or completed a relevant certified formal training programme supported by considerable experience
- Must be able to demonstrate sound knowledge of key skills: Communication Application of numeracy Working with others Improving your own learning Problem Solving
- Proven experience of managing a team of qualified personnel
- Basic IT skills, normally obtained through practice or practical training
- The ability to work to deadlines
Desirable
- HNC/HND plus additional specialist knowledge and experience in a wide range of building skills including plastering, roofing, bricklaying, carpentry, and the basic principles of building surveying
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Experience of Healthcare Environment at Supervisor level
- Use of bespoke software for maintenance management and compliant reporting
Qualifications
Essential
- Completed a relevant recognised Building apprenticeship or completed a relevant certified formal training programme supported by considerable experience
Desirable
- HNC/HND plus additional specialist knowledge and experience in a wide range of building skills including plastering, roofing, bricklaying, carpentry, and the basic principles of building surveying
Education
Essential
- Good standard of general education
Desirable
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Managerial/supervisory experience
Essential
- Must be able to demonstrate sound knowledge of key skills: Communication Application of numeracy Working with others Improving your own learning Problem Solving
Desirable
- Experience of Healthcare Environment at Supervisor level
Information Technology
Essential
- Basic IT skills, normally obtained through practice or practical training
Desirable
- Use of bespoke software for maintenance management and compliant reporting
Personal attributes
Essential
- The ability to work to deadlines.
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.
