Mechanical Estates Officer in Manchester

Join Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust Hospital as an Operational Estates Officer (Engineering) and play a vital role in ensuring the seamless operation and maintenance of our extensive estate infrastructure. Reporting directly to the Operational Estates Manager, you will oversee a diverse range of engineering plant, equipment, and services across our Trust properties. This is a fantastic opportunity for a dedicated professional to contribute to a dynamic healthcare environment, ensuring that our facilities support the delivery of exceptional patient care through reliable and efficient engineering operations.

What you’ll do:

• Manage the site-wide steam distribution and condensation systems, ensuring compliance with relevant legislation.
• Oversee the inspection and maintenance of pressure vessels in accordance with Pressure Systems Regulations.
• Manage all air conditioning plant and systems across the estate.
• Ensure Legionella control measures are implemented and compliant with HTMs and HSE L8 guidance.
• Act as an Authorised Person for Medical Gases and oversee associated safety procedures.
• Coordinate major infrastructure shutdowns in collaboration with affected departments and permit to work systems.
• Manage external contractors for maintenance and project works, ensuring quality and safety standards are met.

What you bring:

• Qualified to at least HNC level or equivalent in mechanical engineering.
• Proven experience in maintaining mechanical building services.
• Qualified as an Authorised Person (Medical Gases).
• Previous experience managing steam raising plant and leading teams.
• Strong knowledge of electrical engineering, health and safety legislation, and legionella control.
• Skilled in contract management, budgeting, and report writing.
• Excellent communication, planning, and decision-making skills, with computer literacy in Microsoft Office.

What we offer:

• Mental health and wellbeing resources.
• Employee Assistance Programme (including financial/legal advice and personal support).
• Free health and wellbeing app with 24/7 virtual GP access.
• Discounts on high street brands for you and your family.
• Salary finance tools and financial wellbeing resources.
• Retirement savings plan and life insurance.
• Full training and protective uniform provided.
• Opportunities to gain experience through learning and development.
• Cycle to Work scheme and volunteering opportunities.
• Flexible working and a dynamic team environment.
• Competitive pay.

Ready to be part of something greater? Apply now and bring your energy, purpose, and passion to Sodexo. We may close this advert early if we receive a high number of applications — so don’t wait! We are committed to being an inclusive employer. We welcome and encourage applications from people with a diverse variety of experiences, backgrounds, and identities.

We’re a Disability Confident Leader employer. We’re committed to changing attitudes towards disability, and making sure disabled people have the chance to fulfil their aspirations. We run a Disability Confident interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria for the job.