Senior Facilities Administrator

Job summary

The Estates and Facilities Department covers a very large and diverse range of duties, as Senior Administrator you would interact closely with many stakeholder groups on a wide range of matters. You will work as part of a small proactive team of NHSBT staff and contractors who are customer focused and have a can-do attitude, enabling colleagues across the organisation to carry out their duties efficiently and effectively.

Working closely with Management and Administrators, you would support both day-to-day operations on our sites and take the lead on strategy and project matters within the region; ensuring all tasks are carried out within relevant timescales and upholding statutory requirements.

Main duties of the job

• You will be responsible for administering the effective and efficient delivery of a comprehensive Estates and Facilities service, including the provision of local site services and co-ordination of a range of external suppliers and contractors.
• You will be responsible for the effective leadership and supervision of the Facilities Administrators.
• In the absence of the Estates and Facilities Manager and Deputy, you will act as the point of contact for resolving issues brought to your attention by internal and external contacts such as employees, donors, member of the public, contractors and suppliers.
• You will be required to travel and spend time away from base when the need arises (with prior notice).

About us

At NHS Blood and Transplant, were incredibly proud of the many talented people who come together every day to make our organisation the very best it can be. We have clearly defined values that are centred around offering exceptional care to our donors and their families. We take care of each other too and we focus on building our expertise so we can change lives, provide quality support and offer fulfilling careers.

Its an opportunity to contribute to a unique team as part of a service that saves lives 365 days a year. We offer brilliant benefits including 27 days of holiday (plus bank holidays), a comprehensive induction and training programme, and competitive pension scheme.

We are passionate about creating an inclusive workplace and aim to reflect the diverse communities we work with and positively encourage applications from all sectors of the community.

Three small words, one big difference - Caring, Expert and Quality.

Together we'll save and improve more lives than ever.

The normal working hours for this role are 8 hours per day between 08:00 17:00.

This vacancy will close at 23:59 on 14th February 2014 subject to change.

Interviews are anticipated to be held on 29th February 2024 subject to confirmation