Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Head of Estates to join the RDaSH team.
The successful candidate will be responsible for providing day to day leadership to the Estates team, ensuring the directorate provides high quality information and support to enable the delivery of the Trust's community focused strategy and associated promises.
The Head of Estates is a key member of the Trust's senior leadership team, responsible for the strategic leadership, development, and delivery of high-quality estates and sustainability services across the Trust. This role ensures that the built environment supports excellent patient care, staff wellbeing, and operational efficiency.
We are looking to appoint an experienced, innovative and compassionate leader who can demonstrate their commitment to continuous development of estate colleagues, systems and processes, whilst ensuring the voice of our community and excluded groups is reflected in all that we do.
You will provide strategic and inclusive leadership and direction to the Estates Directorate and will be accountable to the Director of Finance and Estates for the overall day-to-day performance of the directorate.
As the Head of Estates, you will lead on the delivery of a high quality, effective, proactive and professional estates function. You will support the development of the capability and capacity to provide and interpret high quality estate, financial and procurement information within the directorate and the wider Trust.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will be responsible for:
Strategic Leadership: Develop and implement the Trust's Estates Strategy aligned with clinical and corporate objectives, including capital investment, disposals and acquisitions, sustainability, and net-zero targets.
Operational Oversight: Lead the delivery of estates maintenance, capital projects, waste management, energy management and compliance with statutory and regulatory standards.
Capital Projects: Oversee the planning and execution of major capital developments, ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards.
Sustainability and Net Zero: Champion the Trust's Green Plan and environmental sustainability agenda, driving innovation and compliance with NHS net-zero commitments.
Governance and Compliance: Ensure robust systems are in place for health and safety, fire safety, infection prevention, and statutory compliance across all sites.
Financial Management: Manage significant budgets effectively, ensuring value for money and financial sustainability in estates operations.
Leadership and Culture: Inspire and lead a large, multidisciplinary team, fostering a culture of excellence, accountability, and continuous improvement.
Stakeholder Engagement: Work collaboratively with clinical leaders, local authorities, ICS partners, and external contractors to deliver integrated and patient-centred services.
About us
Rotherham Doncaster and South Humber NHS Foundation Trust (RDaSH) employ around 4000 talented colleagues who are very much appreciated, valued, and respected.
We have a wide portfolio which includes mental health, physical health, learning disability and drug and alcohol services.
We are dedicated to the development of our our people and hold a learning half day every month for our colleagues.
We are passionate about enhancing the quality of our service and we work hard to attract and select the right colleagues for our organisation. Our goal is to employ those who share our passion for providing first class care while remaining committed to our vision and values. Please view our Strategy using the link below:
https://www.rdash.nhs.uk/documents/clinical-and-organisational-strategy-2023-to-2028/
To find out more about working for RDaSH and the fantastic benefits we offer visit our website:
https://workwithrdash.co.uk/
We are committed to inclusive cultures and really value people in our organisation, view our Allyship video on YouTube to find out more:
https://youtu.be/WMJSkLoTk4Q
The main terms and conditions of service can be found here:
https://www.nhsemployers.org/publications/tchandbook
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please view the attached job description and person specification to view the full details about the role
We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if there are a high amount of applications
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please view the attached job description and person specification to view the full details about the role
We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if there are a high amount of applications
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Master's degree in a relevant field (e.g., Estates Management, Engineering, or Business Administration) or equivalent experience
- Evidence of continued professional development
Desirable
- Chartered membership of a relevant professional body (e.g., RICS, IHEEM, CIBSE)
- Leadership or management qualification (e.g., ILM, MBA)
Experience
Essential
- Significant senior leadership experience in estates and facilities management within a large, complex organisation
- Proven track record of delivering large-scale capital projects
- Experience managing multi- disciplinary teams and large operational budgets
- Experience of working with regulatory bodies and ensuring compliance with statutory requirements
Desirable
- Experience working at Sub Board / Board level in the NHS or similar public sector organisation
- Experience of leading sustainability and net-zero initiatives
- Experience of PFI contract management
Knowledge
Essential
- In-depth understanding of estates operations, including engineering, building maintenance and capital planning
- Strong knowledge of health and safety, fire safety, and statutory compliance
- Understanding of NHS policy, governance, and regulatory frameworks
- Awareness of environmental sustainability and carbon reduction strategies
Desirable
- Knowledge of NHS capital investment processes and business case development
- Familiarity with digital estates management systems (e.g., CAFM, BIM)
Skills
Essential
- Strategic thinking and planning
- Excellent leadership and people management skills
- Strong financial acumen and budget management
- High-level communication and influencing skills
- Ability to manage change and drive service improvement
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Desirable
- Ability to represent the Trust at regional and national forums
- Skilled in contract negotiation and supplier relationship management
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Master's degree in a relevant field (e.g., Estates Management, Engineering, or Business Administration) or equivalent experience
- Evidence of continued professional development
Desirable
- Chartered membership of a relevant professional body (e.g., RICS, IHEEM, CIBSE)
- Leadership or management qualification (e.g., ILM, MBA)
Experience
Essential
- Significant senior leadership experience in estates and facilities management within a large, complex organisation
- Proven track record of delivering large-scale capital projects
- Experience managing multi- disciplinary teams and large operational budgets
- Experience of working with regulatory bodies and ensuring compliance with statutory requirements
Desirable
- Experience working at Sub Board / Board level in the NHS or similar public sector organisation
- Experience of leading sustainability and net-zero initiatives
- Experience of PFI contract management
Knowledge
Essential
- In-depth understanding of estates operations, including engineering, building maintenance and capital planning
- Strong knowledge of health and safety, fire safety, and statutory compliance
- Understanding of NHS policy, governance, and regulatory frameworks
- Awareness of environmental sustainability and carbon reduction strategies
Desirable
- Knowledge of NHS capital investment processes and business case development
- Familiarity with digital estates management systems (e.g., CAFM, BIM)
Skills
Essential
- Strategic thinking and planning
- Excellent leadership and people management skills
- Strong financial acumen and budget management
- High-level communication and influencing skills
- Ability to manage change and drive service improvement
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Desirable
- Ability to represent the Trust at regional and national forums
- Skilled in contract negotiation and supplier relationship management
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).
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).
