Job summary
Reporting to the Technical Support Manager, and also working closely with the Facilities Management Team, the postholder will carry out Compliance Testing Activities and Waste Management Audits across the Trust Portfolio. Compliance Activities will include works associated with the Legionella Prevention Policy, Water Safety Plan, Fire Safety Plan, and Waste Management Policy. Close liaison with the Trust's Hard and Soft Services FM providers, and the in‑house Facilities and Technical Teams, is a key element of the role, in order to ensure we provide high-quality care and support environments that are also compliant, safe, and sustainable. To achieve this, work will be required across a number of electronic applications and reporting tools, bringing together several streams of work including outsourced specialist contractors, improvement initiatives, compliance obligations and changing organisational requirements, to help the Property Team create a unified service provision in an active healthcare environment.
Main duties of the job
Dimensions of the Role
Protection of the Trust by identifying and managing statutory risks.
Responsible for carrying out and recording a diverse range of compliance activities and analysing and reporting on associated data.
The role requires regular close liaison with a wide range of Trust teams and staff.
This role will necessitate involvement with all of the Trust's buildings, whether owned or leased, including community services, in-patient units, care homes, day centres and office facilities.
Please check the job description & person specification document for more information on the main duties for this job.
About us
Surrey and Borders Partnership NHS Foundation Trust is the leading provider of mental health, learning disability, neurodevelopmental and drug and alcohol services in Surrey and North East Hampshire. We support people of all ages and are passionate about providing high quality care that is delivered at the right time as close to home as possible to help people recover and stay well.
We are one of the top 10 mental Health, Learning Disability and Community Trust to work for nationwide. Our Trust is an inclusive and supportive employer that offers a wide range of staff networks, flexible working, free parking and excellent health and wellbeing support. We also provide a wide range of opportunities to help staff develop and progress.
Surrey is a beautiful county lying just 30 minutes away from Central London and from the South Coast. Our historic market towns and bustling districts are enveloped in wonderful countryside, and our excellent road and rail networks bring the rest of the country within easy reach. For international travel, both Gatwick and Heathrow airports are nearby.
Please note that we reserve the right to close posts as soon as sufficient applications are received.
Regrettably, due to UK Home Office requirements we cannot offer sponsorship for all our job roles.
Applicants must have the right to work in the UK for the duration of the role.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Educated to GCSE level in Math's and English, with demonstrable experience of working in a similar role and environment.
- Requires practical and theoretical knowledge across a range of statutory property compliance and waste-management procedures, including water hygiene/Legionella controls, fire-safety compliance, healthcare waste requirements, statutory inspection and record-keeping requirements, acquired through relevant training and practical experience.
Experience
Essential
- Experience of a healthcare environment would be useful but not essential.
- Experience and knowledge of delivering statutory compliance activities across a muti-site environment.
- Knowledge and understanding of statutory and regulatory guidance relating to property, with particular focus on Healthcare Property
- Knowledge and understanding of current UK Waste Management Regulations
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.
Employer details
Employer name
Surrey and Borders Partnership NHS Foundation Trust
Address
18 Mole Business Park
Randalls Road
Leatherhead
KT22 7AD
United Kingdom
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As a leading provider in mental health care, the Trust offers an exceptional work environment for Project Managers looking to make a meaningful impact. With a strong emphasis on digital transformation, employees benefit from a collaborative culture that prioritises professional growth and development, alongside competitive remuneration and comprehensive support services. Located in a vibrant community, the Trust fosters innovation and teamwork, ensuring that staff can focus on delivering high-quality care without administrative burdens.
