Job summary
Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust has ambitious plans to transform healthcare in North Manchester through the North Manchester General Hospital (NMGH) Redevelopment Programme which will deliver a new hospital and health campus at the existing North Manchester General Hospital site.
This major investment will support the transformation of how we deliver our services and create modern facilities that support world-class clinical care for our communities. This role provides a unique opportunity to be part of one of the largest public sector health transformation programmes being delivered across Manchester.
The NMGH New Hospital Equipment Project Manager will be responsible for the day-to-day delivery of the planning, co-ordination and scoping of the procurement, installation and/or transfer of medical and non-medical equipment.
Main duties of the job
The NMGH New Hospital Equipment Project Manager willsupport the preparation, implementation and management of equipment planning, costing and procurement strategies to support the delivery and operationalisation of the new hospital facilities. The role will provide support to the existing North Manchester General Hospital Clinical Group (and wider MFT) to ensure there is a robust understanding of current equipment, its condition, and the scope for ongoing investment is clearly defined to support the New Hospital Project plans. The role will support the development of alternative financing solutions for the procurement and maintenance of equipment.
The role is expected to work effectively at an operational level and to maintain effective relationships with senior management and specifically with the Project Director, Senior Project Managers, TOM Delivery Group Leads, Digital Workstream Lead and with clinical and non-clinical staff across the Trust as well as other technical and commercial resources. It is expected that the post holder may have direct management responsibility for external specialist consultant advisers and/or other staff as may be commensurate with the grade.
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 plus 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 description
Job responsibilities
To find out more about the key responsibilities and the specific skills and experience youll need for this role, take a look at the Job Description & Person Specification attachments under the Supporting Documents heading. Explore Inside MFT Your Candidate Place To help you feel confident, prepared and fully informed before you apply, we invite you to explore Inside MFT Your Candidate Place. This welcoming one stop hub gives you a real sense of who we are what we stand for, how we reward and support you, and the many ways we care for you as you care for others. Youll also find practical hints and tips for submitting a great application, along with the essential information you need to know before you apply.To access Inside MFT Your Candidate Place, simply click on the relevant PDF document under the Supporting Documents section and once opened, you can where either scan QR code or click on the link provided.Closing vacancy listings early We welcome applications from a wide range of backgrounds and experiences.To help us manage applications fairly and give each one the time it deserves, our adverts may close early if we receive a high level of interest. Early applications are therefore encouraged.Diversity MattersMFT 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.Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in your application Here at Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust, were proud to be ALL HERE FOR YOUfor 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 applicationespecially personal statements and responses to role-specific questionsis written by you. This helps us get to know the real you and ensures that our recruitment process remains equitable and meaningful for everyone.Thank you for helping us uphold the values that make our Trust a place where people belong, grow, and thrive. We look forward to receiving your application.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To find out more about the key responsibilities and the specific skills and experience youll need for this role, take a look at the Job Description & Person Specification attachments under the Supporting Documents heading. Explore Inside MFT Your Candidate Place To help you feel confident, prepared and fully informed before you apply, we invite you to explore Inside MFT Your Candidate Place. This welcoming one stop hub gives you a real sense of who we are what we stand for, how we reward and support you, and the many ways we care for you as you care for others. Youll also find practical hints and tips for submitting a great application, along with the essential information you need to know before you apply.To access Inside MFT Your Candidate Place, simply click on the relevant PDF document under the Supporting Documents section and once opened, you can where either scan QR code or click on the link provided.Closing vacancy listings early We welcome applications from a wide range of backgrounds and experiences.To help us manage applications fairly and give each one the time it deserves, our adverts may close early if we receive a high level of interest. Early applications are therefore encouraged.Diversity MattersMFT 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.Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in your application Here at Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust, were proud to be ALL HERE FOR YOUfor 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 applicationespecially personal statements and responses to role-specific questionsis written by you. This helps us get to know the real you and ensures that our recruitment process remains equitable and meaningful for everyone.Thank you for helping us uphold the values that make our Trust a place where people belong, grow, and thrive. We look forward to receiving your application.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Post-Graduate level qualification to masters level in relevant discipline/or demonstration of relevant transferrable knowledge and experience.
- Honours degree or demonstration of relevant transferable knowledge and experience e.g. in Clinical Engineering, Equipment Planning.
- Evidence of continuing professional and personal development.
- Specialist medical equipment training.
- Engineering safety of medical equipment (IEC60601)
Desirable
- Programme / Project Management Qualification (e.g. PRINCE2, APMP)
- Business Case Accreditation (or relevant training/ experience)
- Member of a relevant professional body, such as: IPEM, IHEEM.
Experience
Essential
- Experience of managing projects (capital or non-capital and equipment related) and/or sub projects or workstream activities within larger programmes.
- Experience in medical equipment management.
- Experience of monitoring and managing equipment budgets and delivering projects within budget.
- Experience of preparing reports and briefing notes to Project Groups and Boards and presenting information.
- Experience of contributing to the development and monitoring of project plans comprising complex activities.
- Experience of RAID Management
- Experience of working in multi disciplinary Teams.
- Strong experience and knowledge of working with database information and MS Office suite (MS Teams, Word, Excel, Powerpoint, Visio, Outlook) to high level of competence.
Desirable
- Experience of working within/involved in the delivery of capital projects and the management and procurement of equipment.
- Experience of using project planning software.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Post-Graduate level qualification to masters level in relevant discipline/or demonstration of relevant transferrable knowledge and experience.
- Honours degree or demonstration of relevant transferable knowledge and experience e.g. in Clinical Engineering, Equipment Planning.
- Evidence of continuing professional and personal development.
- Specialist medical equipment training.
- Engineering safety of medical equipment (IEC60601)
Desirable
- Programme / Project Management Qualification (e.g. PRINCE2, APMP)
- Business Case Accreditation (or relevant training/ experience)
- Member of a relevant professional body, such as: IPEM, IHEEM.
Experience
Essential
- Experience of managing projects (capital or non-capital and equipment related) and/or sub projects or workstream activities within larger programmes.
- Experience in medical equipment management.
- Experience of monitoring and managing equipment budgets and delivering projects within budget.
- Experience of preparing reports and briefing notes to Project Groups and Boards and presenting information.
- Experience of contributing to the development and monitoring of project plans comprising complex activities.
- Experience of RAID Management
- Experience of working in multi disciplinary Teams.
- Strong experience and knowledge of working with database information and MS Office suite (MS Teams, Word, Excel, Powerpoint, Visio, Outlook) to high level of competence.
Desirable
- Experience of working within/involved in the delivery of capital projects and the management and procurement of equipment.
- Experience of using project planning software.
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
