Facilities Lead
| Posting date: | 18 February 2026 |
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| Salary: | Not specified |
| Additional salary information: | Negotiable |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 06 March 2026 |
| Location: | Leeds, LS25 1HB |
| Company: | NHS Jobs |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | A1536-26-0000 |
Summary
The following are the core responsibilities of the Facilities Lead Role. There may be, on occasion, a requirement to carry out other tasks; this will be dependent upon factors such as workload and staffing levels. The Facilities Lead is responsible for: a. Premises ensure that the buildings comply with all aspects of legislation and best practice including maintenance and cleanliness, health and safety, security and external contractor arrangements. Conduct monthly building checks b. Act as primary contact to liaise with the cleaning contractor to ensure that all infection control standards are audited and maintained to a high standard c. Act as a contact for the landlords of both Garforth Medical Centre and Beech House d. Liaise with external contractors to ensure that the following are maintained: Alarm tests, cleaners, electricians, gardeners, window cleaners, clinical waste & hygiene services, decorators, waste management company e. Internal checks to include curtain checks/curtain changes. Weekly water cooler maintenance. Jayex board material and maintenance. POD maintenance. Self check in screen issues. Arrange equipment calibration. Photocopier contracts and monthly readings f. Arranging repairs of faulty IT kit and requesting upgrades/additions as necessary including ECG set up, ICE, label printing, Dermatoscopes. Otoscopes/Ophthalmoscopes, Apollo software updates g. Liaise with the Practice Business Manager for negotiation and renewal of 3rd party contractual arrangements, keeping costs low but without sacrificing quality h. Ordering consumables and replacement items to ensure the smooth operation of the practice e.g kitchen equipment, office furniture, signage and arranging repair from a suitably qualified contractor when required. i. Ensuring all building and health and safety regulations are complied with by staff, visitors and contractors. Report any breaches or concerns to the Operations Manager j. Responsibility for the practical operation of the building including security and access, making sure new staff are fully briefed and staff trained on procedures k. Support the development of policies and procedures where improvements can be made. Lead on GPIT projects l. In conjunction with the Practice Business Manager, run the business continuity plan and keep this up to date and maintained relating to the continued smooth operation of the practice in the event of an emergency situation m. Implementing systems to ensure compliance with CQC regulations and standards n. Acting as a reference point for new starters to ensure that they have access to the Practice IT systems, as appropriate including email accounts, shared email accounts, smart card issues o. Oversee Significant Event recording (LFPSE) Secondary responsibilities In addition to the primary responsibilities, the Facilities Lead may be requested to: a. Ensure all staff are aware of the management of the premises, including health and safety aspects and undertake risk assessments and mandatory training as required b. Identify trends and devise solutions to reduce risk and repeated occurrences of significant events c. Support the Practice Business Manager in the reviewing and updating of practice policies and procedures d. Support the practice and management team with continuous improvement and change initiatives