Estates Officer | Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust
| Posting date: | 13 March 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | Not specified |
| Additional salary information: | £38,682 - £46,580 Per annum |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 12 April 2026 |
| Location: | Prestwich, M25 3BL |
| Company: | Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 7679536/437-7679536 |
Summary
• • Building Maintenance OversightLead on the management of building fabric, structures, and associated systems, ensuring planned and reactive maintenance is delivered effectively.
• Compliance & SafetyEnsure all buildings meet statutory requirements, health and safety legislation, and Trust policies. Maintain accurate records of inspections, certifications, and remedial works.
• Capital & Minor Works ProjectsSupport and manage building projects, including refurbishments, upgrades, and minor works. Provide technical input and oversee contractors to ensure quality and timely delivery.
• Strategic Estate PlanningContribute to long-term estate strategies, advising on building condition, lifecycle planning, and investment priorities.
• Technical ExpertiseAct as the subject matter expert for building-related services, offering guidance on construction, materials, and building systems across all Trust sites.
• External LiaisonServe as the first point of contact for external contractors, consultants, and regulatory bodies regarding building matters. Coordinate queries and ensure timely resolution.
• Collaboration & SupportWork closely with Estates and Facilities colleagues to ensure integrated delivery of building and support services. Assist in problem-solving and implement remedial actions where required.
• Maintenance DeliveryProactively coordinate the delivery of all building-related maintenance activities, including planned, reactive, and emergency works, as well as minor projects and support services, ensuring adherence to agreed response times and schedules.
• Contractor & Specialist OversightManage and coordinate specialist building maintenance contractors and service contracts, ensuring compliance with Trust standards and effective performance monitoring.
• Forward-Looking Maintenance ApproachApply technical knowledge and demonstrate a proactive, future-focused approach to building maintenance, identifying opportunities for improvement and innovation in service delivery.
• Compliance & Record ManagementEnsure all maintenance activities are correctly coordinated, documented, and recorded, maintaining accurate records to support compliance, audit requirements, and continuous improvement.
Greater Manchester Mental Health (GMMH) Foundation Trust employs over 6,400 members of staff, who deliver services from more than 160 locations.
We provide inpatient and community-based mental health care for people living in Bolton, the city of Manchester, Salford, Trafford and the borough of Wigan, and a wide range of specialist mental health and substance misuse services across Greater Manchester, the north west of England and beyond.
Greater Manchester is one of the world's most innovative, original and exciting places to live and work. From the beauty of the surrounding countryside to the heart of the vibrant inner city with great shopping, entertainment and dining options.
Wherever you go you will experience a great northern welcome with people famed for their warmth, humour and generosity.
Our people enjoy their work, have opportunities to learn and develop their skills and are encouraged to generate new ideas that improve care for our service users.
See attached Job Description
Staff benefits
• Pay Enhancements – 30% additional for Evenings (8pm onwards) and Saturdays and 60% additional for Sundays and Bank holidays.
• 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays rising to 29 after 5 years and 33 days after 10 years
• Excellent pension
• Cycle to work scheme
• Salary sacrifice car scheme
• Wellbeing programme
• Blue Light Card Discounts
This advert closes on Friday 27 Mar 2026
• Compliance & SafetyEnsure all buildings meet statutory requirements, health and safety legislation, and Trust policies. Maintain accurate records of inspections, certifications, and remedial works.
• Capital & Minor Works ProjectsSupport and manage building projects, including refurbishments, upgrades, and minor works. Provide technical input and oversee contractors to ensure quality and timely delivery.
• Strategic Estate PlanningContribute to long-term estate strategies, advising on building condition, lifecycle planning, and investment priorities.
• Technical ExpertiseAct as the subject matter expert for building-related services, offering guidance on construction, materials, and building systems across all Trust sites.
• External LiaisonServe as the first point of contact for external contractors, consultants, and regulatory bodies regarding building matters. Coordinate queries and ensure timely resolution.
• Collaboration & SupportWork closely with Estates and Facilities colleagues to ensure integrated delivery of building and support services. Assist in problem-solving and implement remedial actions where required.
• Maintenance DeliveryProactively coordinate the delivery of all building-related maintenance activities, including planned, reactive, and emergency works, as well as minor projects and support services, ensuring adherence to agreed response times and schedules.
• Contractor & Specialist OversightManage and coordinate specialist building maintenance contractors and service contracts, ensuring compliance with Trust standards and effective performance monitoring.
• Forward-Looking Maintenance ApproachApply technical knowledge and demonstrate a proactive, future-focused approach to building maintenance, identifying opportunities for improvement and innovation in service delivery.
• Compliance & Record ManagementEnsure all maintenance activities are correctly coordinated, documented, and recorded, maintaining accurate records to support compliance, audit requirements, and continuous improvement.
Greater Manchester Mental Health (GMMH) Foundation Trust employs over 6,400 members of staff, who deliver services from more than 160 locations.
We provide inpatient and community-based mental health care for people living in Bolton, the city of Manchester, Salford, Trafford and the borough of Wigan, and a wide range of specialist mental health and substance misuse services across Greater Manchester, the north west of England and beyond.
Greater Manchester is one of the world's most innovative, original and exciting places to live and work. From the beauty of the surrounding countryside to the heart of the vibrant inner city with great shopping, entertainment and dining options.
Wherever you go you will experience a great northern welcome with people famed for their warmth, humour and generosity.
Our people enjoy their work, have opportunities to learn and develop their skills and are encouraged to generate new ideas that improve care for our service users.
See attached Job Description
Staff benefits
• Pay Enhancements – 30% additional for Evenings (8pm onwards) and Saturdays and 60% additional for Sundays and Bank holidays.
• 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays rising to 29 after 5 years and 33 days after 10 years
• Excellent pension
• Cycle to work scheme
• Salary sacrifice car scheme
• Wellbeing programme
• Blue Light Card Discounts
This advert closes on Friday 27 Mar 2026