Job summary
A rare opportunity has arisen to assist in the management of a large and diverse estates and facilities function for two NHS organisations.
Hertfordshire Community NHS Trust and Hertfordshire Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust have created an integrated estates function to develop and deliver local services to local people.
The Facilities Manager role will be key to the delivery of a successful facilities service to support the clinical and well-being strategies for both organisations and the local STP.
We are looking for an energetic and enthusiastic person to come and join our Estates and Facilities Team. If you like the idea of working and travelling across a range of NHS buildings in Hertfordshire, then the Facilities Manager role could be what you're looking for. We are a hard-working, motivated and supportive team covering a wide range of sites with varying facilities from hospital based and out-patient services to office-based Head Office environments for both Hertfordshire Community NHS Trust and Hertfordshire Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust.
The Estates and Facilities Team provide support to both Trusts, ensuring that the buildings are safe, clean and in good condition for our visiting patients, service users and visitors. We are a friendly and hard-working team who face daily challenges with enthusiasm. We liaise regularly and support each other with good communication, offering help and/or advice whenever it is needed.
Main duties of the job
We're looking for an experienced Facilities Manager with a background in estates and facilities services, ideally within the NHS or public sector. The ideal candidate will have strong leadership skills, a solid understanding of site operations, and the ability to manage staff and coordinate services effectively. You'll need good IT skills, a proactive approach to problem-solving, and a flexible, team-oriented attitude. A full UK driving licence and the ability to uphold the Trust's values are essential.
About us
A big thank you for considering joining us at Hertfordshire Community NHS Trust
You'll find it a great place to work with many benefits offered to you as a member of our staff
We put our patients, their families and carers at the centre of our vision - Outstanding Services and Healthier Communities
Our staff are proud to be Innovative, Caring and Agile in their work to help achieve the Trust vision
We welcome diversity in our workforce and are interested in applicants from all backgrounds and ages
We don't want you to miss out so we'd like you to know that if we have a high level of interest in this role, the vacancy may close prior to the advertised closing date, so please make your application as soon as possible - Apply now
You've made a great decision to apply to join to HCT - we're looking forward to taking the next steps of the journey with you.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached job description for more details
Whilst it is not a legal requirement, Hertfordshire Community NHS Trust encourages and supports all staff to be vaccinated as this remains the best line of defence against COVID-19.
We are committed to supporting flexible working options for staff, wherever possible, and welcome discussions on flexible working patterns to support our staff to maintain a healthy work life balance.
*Proposed interview date: 22-Sep-2025*
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached job description for more details
Whilst it is not a legal requirement, Hertfordshire Community NHS Trust encourages and supports all staff to be vaccinated as this remains the best line of defence against COVID-19.
We are committed to supporting flexible working options for staff, wherever possible, and welcome discussions on flexible working patterns to support our staff to maintain a healthy work life balance.
*Proposed interview date: 22-Sep-2025*
Person Specification
Qualifications and Training
Essential
- Educated to GCSE level or above
Desirable
- oDegree level qualification or equivalent
Experience and Knowledge
Essential
- Experience in a similar role.
- Site management experience with knowledge of estate maintenance, facilities, security and soft FM underpinned by theory or practical knowledge.
- Basic understanding of Health & Safety requirements
Desirable
- Experience of working within the NHS or Public Sector environment
- Experience of undertaking building audits
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office Suite and various data management systems.
- Strong time management and organisational skills
- Methodical and organised approach to planning, implementation and record keeping for all activities with a high level of attention to detail
- Ability to analyse service problems and identify a range of possible solutions.
- Ability to use sound judgement to identify and address performance issues.
- Ability to understand service specifications and performance indicators and apply to practical situations.
Desirable
- Use of online meeting applications eg Teams, Zoom
Personal qualities
Essential
- Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build relationships based on mutual trust and respect.
- Strong team player able to work effectively with diverse client groups.
- Ability to self-motivate and develop.
- Flexible approach with the ability to adapt to new work priorities at short notice.
Other requirements
Essential
- Willingness to uphold the Trust's values
- Eligible to live and work in the UK
- Hold a full, valid, UK driving licence and have access to a car to use for business purposes (unless you have a disability as defined by the Equality Act 2010)
Person Specification
Qualifications and Training
Essential
- Educated to GCSE level or above
Desirable
- oDegree level qualification or equivalent
Experience and Knowledge
Essential
- Experience in a similar role.
- Site management experience with knowledge of estate maintenance, facilities, security and soft FM underpinned by theory or practical knowledge.
- Basic understanding of Health & Safety requirements
Desirable
- Experience of working within the NHS or Public Sector environment
- Experience of undertaking building audits
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office Suite and various data management systems.
- Strong time management and organisational skills
- Methodical and organised approach to planning, implementation and record keeping for all activities with a high level of attention to detail
- Ability to analyse service problems and identify a range of possible solutions.
- Ability to use sound judgement to identify and address performance issues.
- Ability to understand service specifications and performance indicators and apply to practical situations.
Desirable
- Use of online meeting applications eg Teams, Zoom
Personal qualities
Essential
- Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build relationships based on mutual trust and respect.
- Strong team player able to work effectively with diverse client groups.
- Ability to self-motivate and develop.
- Flexible approach with the ability to adapt to new work priorities at short notice.
Other requirements
Essential
- Willingness to uphold the Trust's values
- Eligible to live and work in the UK
- Hold a full, valid, UK driving licence and have access to a car to use for business purposes (unless you have a disability as defined by the Equality Act 2010)
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).
