Estates Officer - Nevill Hall Hospital in Abergavenny

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Estates Officer to join the Estates and Facilities Division based at Nevill Hall Hospital, Abergavenny. This is a fast-paced and exciting role working closely with the Works Manager and Head of Estates. The Estates Officer manages the building and engineering directly employed maintenance staff (DEL) ensuring maximum utilisation of labour deployment. The role will support the Estates Manager, Head of Estates and Compliance Manager with the performance monitoring of hard FM contracts and internal workforce.

As Estates Officer you will be responsible for devolved budgets in accordance with the Health Board’s Standing Financial Instructions, for electrical, mechanical and building fabric maintenance services.

Main duties of the job:

• To understand the national perspective and future strategy for the NHS and related areas of health to ensure that staff in your team/s are fully aware of the implications and can contribute effectively to service improvement.
• To lead, manage and motivate a large maintenance team & specialist contractors to fulfil works within time constraints & budget.
• Ensure there are robust systems and processes embedded within area of responsibility, that are efficient, have sufficient governance in place and where possible are standardised in line with overall Estates and Facilities systems and processes.
• Ensure all staff in your team/s have annual PADR’s resulting in specific objectives and effective personal development plans in line with the Knowledge and Skills Outline Framework.
• Responsible for leading training and development of identified staff.
• Preparation of maintenance and plant replacement schedules and technical reports.

The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply.

Working for our organisation:

Aneurin Bevan University Health Board (ABUHB) is a multi-award-winning NHS organisation serving the communities of Gwent. With more than 14,000 staff and volunteers, we provide safe, high-quality, and compassionate care across hospitals, GP practices, community services, and mental health settings. As a University Health Board, research, education, and innovation are central to our work, supporting evidence-based practice and continuous improvement.

We focus on prevention, reducing health inequalities, and working in partnership with local authorities, voluntary organisations, and communities to improve health and wellbeing. We are committed to creating an inclusive, supportive workplace where people feel valued, respected, and able to develop. Our values of Kindness, Integrity, and Respect shape how we care for patients and how we treat one another.

We offer a wide range of learning and development opportunities, flexible working where possible, and a comprehensive NHS benefits package. Working for ABUHB means being part of an organisation that values its people and offers the chance to build a meaningful and rewarding career while making a real difference to the lives of others.

Qualifications And/or Knowledge:

• Essential criteria: Professional knowledge acquired to degree level or equivalent, Management/supervisors studies, Served a recognised apprenticeship, Postgraduate qualification in building services, Knowledge of REVIT and BIM software, Knowledge of all Microsoft applications.
• Desirable criteria: Management qualification, Membership of professional body.

Experience:

• Essential criteria: Experience in building services/maintenance, Appropriate work experience, Freedom to act to their own ability and on behalf of the Health Board.
• Desirable criteria: Working within the NHS, Experience of building services management in a health setting.

Qualities:

• Essential criteria: Good communicator, Available for out of hours working, Puts Patients first, Works in collaboration with colleagues as part of a team.
• Desirable criteria: Ability to travel between sites in a timely manner, Self-motivated, Customer focussed, Ability to get on with people.

Aptitude and Abilities:

• Essential criteria: Able to work on own initiative and prioritise own time and plan workload, Ability to work under pressure and to tight deadlines, Able to work as part of a team, Well-developed interpersonal skills, Enthusiastic and self-motivated, Takes responsibility for own learning and development and maintains professional standards, PC literate including working knowledge of Microsoft applications.
• Desirable criteria: Presentation skills, Excel and data analysis skills, Creative, problem-solver, Ability to speak Welsh.