Engineering Manager in Cheshire, Warrington

Spire Cheshire Hospital, Warrington is currently looking to recruit for an experienced Engineering and Estates Manager on a full time and permanent basis. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a dynamic team and have a great impact. At Spire Cheshire Hospital, we provide high-quality treatments for our patients and are extremely proud to be rated as Outstanding by the Care Quality Commission (CQC) for our private hospital care. You can get fast access to expert healthcare, from consultations and diagnosis to treatment and aftercare.

Contract type: Permanent, Full time

Working hours: Department operates between 7 am and 5 pm Monday to Friday, however due to the nature of the position, some flexibility will be required as business demands - occasional evening, or weekend working and a regular on-call commitment.

As Engineering Manager, you will be responsible to maintain grounds, building fabric, building services and all equipment in a cost-effective manner, ensuring compliance with all current National legislation and Spire policies. Please be aware that this position involves a 50% focus on managerial responsibilities and 50% on hands-on duties.

Duties and Responsibilities (not limited to):

• To plan, develop and implement a comprehensive, cost effective, planned and preventative maintenance / repair programme for all engineering services / equipment, utilising the PPM system.
• To commission, record and schedule all new equipment and services for planned maintenance.
• Ensure continual update of hospital asset register to keep all plant and equipment visible to the site and the network.
• Ensure an appropriate asset management procedure is in place for all engineering plant and equipment.
• Work with other departmental managers to ensure an appropriate asset management is in place for all hospital equipment.
• To provide leadership, planning and supervision to department consisting of Engineers, Engineering Administrators and Porters.
• To ensure cost effective management and review of local service agreements with external contractors, for specialist services and ensure these local contracts remain visible to the network.
• To establish, monitor and develop local policies and procedures in conjunction with current Spire Policy, HTM and Code of Practices.
• Contribute to a well led culture that demonstrates a commitment to patient care, high clinical quality, and continuous learning in an open and transparent manner.

What do you need to have?

• Served a recognised apprenticeship in Electrical/Mechanical Engineering or has proven extensive healthcare engineering experience.
• High level of engineering knowledge and skills based on education, training and extensive experience.
• Extensive knowledge of building services.
• 5 years’ experience in building services management.
• Negotiate service levels and local contracts with suppliers.
• Support Hospital compliance with changing legislation.
• Planning and Organising.
• Act to positively impact groups of colleagues, patients and their families that interact with the department and contractors.

Benefits:

• 35 days annual leave inclusive of bank holidays.
• Employer and employee contributory pension with flexible retirement options.
• ‘Spire for you’ reward platform - discount and cashback for over 1000 retailers.
• Free wellness screening.
• Access to Blue Light Card discounts.
• Private medical insurance.
• Life assurance.
• Free DBS.
• Free car park.
• Free Uniform.
• Full induction, including mandatory training updates.
• Opportunities for further training and progression into permanent posts.
• Knowledge, support and guidance through your recruitment journey from Spire’s specialist Resourcing Team.

Spire Healthcare is proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive culture for all. Our people are our difference, it’s their dedication, warmth and pursuit of excellence that sets Spire Healthcare apart.