Cornwall Partnership NHS Foundation Trust

Building Manager

The closing date is 23 February 2026

Job summary

This job is currently only open to people who already work for the NHS in Cornwall or the Isles of Scilly.We are committed to supporting our dedicated staff, so only current employees of the following organisations can apply:

  • Cornwall Foundation Trust
  • Royal Cornwall Hospitals NHS Trust
  • Cornwall and Isles of Scilly Integrated Care Board

If you do not currently work for one of these NHS organisations, your application will not be considered at this time.

The post holders will carry out building support management for one of the campuses at either St Austell or Camborne and Redruth to resolve day to day building/site problems. Act as the first point of contact for all local coordination of facilities management activities of contractors, visitors and clinical teams, to ensure compliance and safety, and carry out all necessary tasks so the buildings can operate in accordance with Trust policies and procedures. The posts will also be responsible for promoting continuous improvement, learning and development in support of safely managing the Trust estate.

Use of a computer aided facilities management system (CAFM) to maintain all site relevant information and resources. Support the planning and coordination of related building works and ensure that end users are trained and familiar with building systems where needed.

Provide support to the wider Estates teams to ensure the help desk and other facilities management administrative functions are accurately completed.

Main duties of the job

To ensure that all buildings repairs and maintenance are completed in line with the Trust policies and procedures in meeting compliance requirements and in support of operational and clinical teams. This will require post holders to use the full suite of tools in the Trust's CAFM, maintaining the currency and details to fully reflect works and the building status. Liaise with all staff on site to ensure that works can be completed with minimum impact to the delivery of patient services as well as keeping contractors and other Estates and Facilities Management teams aware of issues. Review of works and works activities to ensure they have been completed safely, professionally and in line with the works specifications in support of the appropriate Estate Manager. Continually inspecting and monitoring the buildings on site for defects and breakdowns ensuring that they are reported for repair promptly. Provide reporting and information to the various meetings attended for transparency and management. Provide training and familiarity to building occupants so that they can use the building properly and also support the sites business partners in business continuity planning and security requirements.

About us

We're an NHS community and mental health provider Trust based in Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly. We deliver community and hospital-based care to improve people's physical and mental health. We also provide specialist support to people with dementia or a learning disability.

We are a people organisation and people matter to us. As part of the team, you'll help support the health and wellbeing of the people who live and visit this beautiful part of the UK.

Over 4,000 people make up the Trust. This includes doctors, nurses, therapists, plus admin and support staff.

We work in people's homes, in community clinics and bases. Some staff work from one of our 13 community hospitals. Our aspiration is to have great people, provide great care, be a great place to work and a great partner.

Approximately 568,000 people live here. A third of people who live in Cornwall are supported by acute hospital services in Devon. As a result, we also work closely with our partners in Devon. In the summer, and during other holidays lots of people choose to visit the area. This increase the numbers of people who use out services.

Details

Date posted

09 February 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 5

Salary

£31,049 to £37,796 a year Per Annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

201-26-153

Job locations

St Austell Community Hospital / Camborne Redruth Community Hospital

St Austell / Camborne

PL26 6AA


Job description

Job responsibilities

To view a detailed job description and person specification including the main responsibilities of this role please see supporting documents.

Job description

Job responsibilities

To view a detailed job description and person specification including the main responsibilities of this role please see supporting documents.

Person Specification

Education / Qualifications and Relevant Experience

Essential

  • Diploma level 3 or above qualification or equivalent level of knowledge in an Estates or Business Admin role
  • PRINCE 2 foundation or working towards qualification within year.
  • Experience of building management or similar role.
  • Health and Safety IOSH or equivalent
  • Experience in a customer service role.

Desirable

  • Experience of working within the NHS and the relevant systems as detailed in this job description

Skills and Aptitude

Essential

  • Ability to work unsupervised, self-directed and to set and attain goals.
  • Excellent presentation and communication skills - Ability to engage with all levels of staff and contribute at meetings.
  • Excellent skill level with Microsoft Office Packages, including word, excel, PowerPoint and publisher.
  • Good organisation and negotiation skills.
  • Excellent standard of numeracy and literacy.
  • Ability to plan, prioritise, organise and manage work of self and others to deliver within tight deadlines.
  • Ability to prepare graphical representations.
  • Excellent verbal and written skills to facilitate effective communication.
  • Highly motivated.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Desirable

  • Experience in Using NHS Software Packages i.e., Integra.Ulysses.MICAD

Knowledge and abilities

Essential

  • The ability to prioritise and manage several tasks to deadline.
  • Ability to manage conflict.
  • Ability to escort and supervise site visitors/contractors.
  • Robust record keeping.
  • Ability to co ordinate and plan activities to maintain compliance.
  • Ability to identify risk, mitigation and escalate where necessary.
  • Skills to ensure financial control for the site.

Desirable

  • Familiarity with the structure, working & culture of the NHS.

Personal Qualities

Essential

  • Excellent inter-personal skills.
  • Good Team worker but with the ability to work on own.
  • Professional appearance, demeanour, and approach to daily tasks.
  • Flexible approach to work.
  • Developed customer focused attitude with skills to engage, motivate staff and influence safety behaviours.

Desirable

  • Willingness to explore and develop new technologies to assist retention of data for monitoring and for continuous improvement.
Person Specification

Education / Qualifications and Relevant Experience

Essential

  • Diploma level 3 or above qualification or equivalent level of knowledge in an Estates or Business Admin role
  • PRINCE 2 foundation or working towards qualification within year.
  • Experience of building management or similar role.
  • Health and Safety IOSH or equivalent
  • Experience in a customer service role.

Desirable

  • Experience of working within the NHS and the relevant systems as detailed in this job description

Skills and Aptitude

Essential

  • Ability to work unsupervised, self-directed and to set and attain goals.
  • Excellent presentation and communication skills - Ability to engage with all levels of staff and contribute at meetings.
  • Excellent skill level with Microsoft Office Packages, including word, excel, PowerPoint and publisher.
  • Good organisation and negotiation skills.
  • Excellent standard of numeracy and literacy.
  • Ability to plan, prioritise, organise and manage work of self and others to deliver within tight deadlines.
  • Ability to prepare graphical representations.
  • Excellent verbal and written skills to facilitate effective communication.
  • Highly motivated.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Desirable

  • Experience in Using NHS Software Packages i.e., Integra.Ulysses.MICAD

Knowledge and abilities

Essential

  • The ability to prioritise and manage several tasks to deadline.
  • Ability to manage conflict.
  • Ability to escort and supervise site visitors/contractors.
  • Robust record keeping.
  • Ability to co ordinate and plan activities to maintain compliance.
  • Ability to identify risk, mitigation and escalate where necessary.
  • Skills to ensure financial control for the site.

Desirable

  • Familiarity with the structure, working & culture of the NHS.

Personal Qualities

Essential

  • Excellent inter-personal skills.
  • Good Team worker but with the ability to work on own.
  • Professional appearance, demeanour, and approach to daily tasks.
  • Flexible approach to work.
  • Developed customer focused attitude with skills to engage, motivate staff and influence safety behaviours.

Desirable

  • Willingness to explore and develop new technologies to assist retention of data for monitoring and for continuous improvement.

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.

Employer details

Employer name

Cornwall Partnership NHS Foundation Trust

Address

St Austell Community Hospital / Camborne Redruth Community Hospital

St Austell / Camborne

PL26 6AA


Employer's website

https://www.cornwallft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Cornwall Partnership NHS Foundation Trust

Address

St Austell Community Hospital / Camborne Redruth Community Hospital

St Austell / Camborne

PL26 6AA


Employer's website

https://www.cornwallft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Facilities Manager (Hard Services)

Steven Teale

steven.teale@nhs.net

07775035353

Details

Date posted

09 February 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 5

Salary

£31,049 to £37,796 a year Per Annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

201-26-153

Job locations

St Austell Community Hospital / Camborne Redruth Community Hospital

St Austell / Camborne

PL26 6AA


Supporting documents

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