Job summary
Gloucestershire Managed Services (GMS) is seeking an Estates Officer with an electrical bias to oversee and lead the operational delivery of engineering, building, and grounds maintenance services.
This pivotal role ensures safety, compliance, and optimal functionality across healthcare facilities. As a technical expert in electrical systems, you will contribute to the delivery of high-quality, efficient, and customer-focused services, supporting patient care in a dynamic environment.
Please note this job will attract GMS Terms and Conditions of Service (TCS)
Please see attached TCS for reference
Main duties of the job
- Lead and co-ordinate reactive and planned electrical maintenance tasks, to ensure compliance with statutory requirements and HTM guidelines.
- Manage and supervise a team of in-house staff and contractors, ensuring effective performance and resource allocation.
- Act as an Authorised Person (AP- HV/LV) for electrical systems, maintaining safe systems of work and compliance with regulations there will be a requirement to become AP for an additional discipline
- Provide technical expertise for electrical projects, including design, procurement, and contract management.
- Develop and implement maintenance plans and policies to ensure cost effective and efficient service delivery
- Participate in an on-call rota, providing managerial or technical advice for emergencies or incidents.
About us
Gloucestershire Managed Services (GMS) delivers trusted operational support services to the NHS and healthcare organisations. Our mission is to deliver excellence in service delivery while prioritising safety, innovation, and teamwork.
Our core values- Excellence, Integrity, Listening, and Inclusivity-create a thriving culture that values people and their contributions. Join us to make a tangible difference to patient care and help build a safer, better future for healthcare facilities.
Job description
Job responsibilities
- Ensure electrical maintenance tasks align with statutory requirements, HTM guidance, and industry best practices.
- Lead and support staff development, fostering a skilled and effective workforce capable of meeting operational demands.
- Monitor contractor performance to deliver safe, quality, and cost-effective services.
- Oversee electrical safety, risk assessments, and inspections to maintain a safe environment for staff and patients.
- Maintain detailed records of maintenance activities, certifications, and system compliance for audits and KPIs.
- Provide technical advice to senior managers and contribute to infrastructure project planning and development.
- Promote sustainability practices in maintenance operations, aligning with organisational goals.
Working Environment:
- Predominantly based in Cheltenham, with some cross-site work across Cheltenham and Gloucester.
- Occasional travel between sites to oversee operations (shuttle bus available)
- Exposure to varying site conditions, including noise, damp environments, working at heights, and confined spaces.
- Participation in the on-call rota is essential, including out-of-hours attendance for emergency maintenance andsystem failures.
- Adherence to infection control protocols when working in clinical areas, ensuring safety for staff and patients
Communication and Working Relationships:
- Build effective working relationships with GMS leadership, operational teams, and senior managers.
- Collaborate with external suppliers, contractors, and Authorising Engineers (AE) for electrical systems
- Liaise with customers and Gloucestershire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (GHNHSFT) shared services
- Deliver clear, concise communication with senior management, technical teams, and contractors, ensuring high-quality service delivery.
Job description
Job responsibilities
- Ensure electrical maintenance tasks align with statutory requirements, HTM guidance, and industry best practices.
- Lead and support staff development, fostering a skilled and effective workforce capable of meeting operational demands.
- Monitor contractor performance to deliver safe, quality, and cost-effective services.
- Oversee electrical safety, risk assessments, and inspections to maintain a safe environment for staff and patients.
- Maintain detailed records of maintenance activities, certifications, and system compliance for audits and KPIs.
- Provide technical advice to senior managers and contribute to infrastructure project planning and development.
- Promote sustainability practices in maintenance operations, aligning with organisational goals.
Working Environment:
- Predominantly based in Cheltenham, with some cross-site work across Cheltenham and Gloucester.
- Occasional travel between sites to oversee operations (shuttle bus available)
- Exposure to varying site conditions, including noise, damp environments, working at heights, and confined spaces.
- Participation in the on-call rota is essential, including out-of-hours attendance for emergency maintenance andsystem failures.
- Adherence to infection control protocols when working in clinical areas, ensuring safety for staff and patients
Communication and Working Relationships:
- Build effective working relationships with GMS leadership, operational teams, and senior managers.
- Collaborate with external suppliers, contractors, and Authorising Engineers (AE) for electrical systems
- Liaise with customers and Gloucestershire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (GHNHSFT) shared services
- Deliver clear, concise communication with senior management, technical teams, and contractors, ensuring high-quality service delivery.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Recognised apprenticeship or time served in a relevant area (electrical engineering).
- Evidence of specialist training relevant to electrical systems.
Desirable
- Clear evidence of continued professional development.
- Membership of a professional organisation or actively progressing toward registered status.
- Minimum of (or working towards) ILM Level 3 or equivalent management qualification
Experience
Essential
- Substantial experience in an estates environment or equivalent
- Previous experience as an Authorised Person (AP) in the relevant area
- Strong working knowledge of modern electrical services, techniques, and standards
- Proven leadership experience, including performance management and workforce supervision
- Experience in maintenance planning, resource management, and managing projects or contracts.
Desirable
- Involvement in projects and planning processes within a healthcare setting
- Experience in developing costed asset management plans
Knowledge / Skills
Essential
- Broad knowledge of modern electrical services, techniques, systems and standards
- In-depth knowledge of statutory compliance, including HTMs, ACOP and electrical safety legislation
- Strong leadership and organisational skills, with the ability to manage priorities effectively.
- Analytical and problem-solving skills, including the preparation of technical reports.
- Proficiency in job management, reporting, and building management systems (e.g. Micad).
Desirable
- Experience developing and implementing operational policies and systems
- Knowledge of sustainability practices and their application to estates management.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Recognised apprenticeship or time served in a relevant area (electrical engineering).
- Evidence of specialist training relevant to electrical systems.
Desirable
- Clear evidence of continued professional development.
- Membership of a professional organisation or actively progressing toward registered status.
- Minimum of (or working towards) ILM Level 3 or equivalent management qualification
Experience
Essential
- Substantial experience in an estates environment or equivalent
- Previous experience as an Authorised Person (AP) in the relevant area
- Strong working knowledge of modern electrical services, techniques, and standards
- Proven leadership experience, including performance management and workforce supervision
- Experience in maintenance planning, resource management, and managing projects or contracts.
Desirable
- Involvement in projects and planning processes within a healthcare setting
- Experience in developing costed asset management plans
Knowledge / Skills
Essential
- Broad knowledge of modern electrical services, techniques, systems and standards
- In-depth knowledge of statutory compliance, including HTMs, ACOP and electrical safety legislation
- Strong leadership and organisational skills, with the ability to manage priorities effectively.
- Analytical and problem-solving skills, including the preparation of technical reports.
- Proficiency in job management, reporting, and building management systems (e.g. Micad).
Desirable
- Experience developing and implementing operational policies and systems
- Knowledge of sustainability practices and their application to estates 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.
