The RoleAs a member of the Property and Support Services Department the post holder is responsible for the operational management of the Department within a designated area of NHSL.As a member of the management team the post holder will provide operational leadership, including staff management and have overall responsibility for ensuring that Engineering, Building and Grounds maintenance is carried out to appropriate standards and specifications.The post holder has responsibility for the delegated backlog maintenance schemes and has responsibility for the design; contract specifications and documentation management of construction and management of contractors on site and contributes to the effective delivery of the capital programme.The post holder is responsible for management of the effective and efficient delivery of a wide range of services through the use of in-house and contract staff as appropriate.The post holder will ensure NHSL estate and property related assets are managed effectively in line with the current NHS Scotland and statutory guidance including deriving policies and associated procedures from first principles.In addition to having responsibility for the management of the Health and Safety procedures and policies within the Estates Department the post holder has responsibility for the various premises compliance with fire safety legislation and NHS Firecode, together with responsibility for plant and systems statutory compliance.NHS LanarkshireHave you always wanted to work with NHS Lanarkshire? Then this might be the opportunity for you to join Team LanarkshireHere at NHS Lanarkshire, we put the patient at the heart of everything we do. Each colleague within the organisation plays a key role in how we deliver our healthcare services.We proudly serve a population of 655,000 across rural and urban communities in both North and South Lanarkshire. NHS Lanarkshire is comprised of Acute Services (which currently provide hospital based services over 3 main sites), Corporate & Property & Support Services, North and South Lanarkshire Health and Social Care Partnerships which provide integrated primary healthcare and social care services to local communities and surrounding areas.What we'll need you to bringThe post holder requires to be professionally qualified and hold corporate membership of an appropriate professional body, which normally requires a MSc degree or equivalent in an appropriate Engineering/Building related subject, e.g. Corporate Member of the Chartered Institute of Building Services, demonstrable experience in an operational management post in health care or related commercial environment, plus a qualification in operational management, if not taken as part of the degree, is required to fulfil the duties and responsibilities of the post.Additionally, specialised certificate training, 3 yearly refresher training and 1 yearly update and CPR training is required for statutory duties (HV and LV Electrical, Legionella, Sterilisers, Lifts, Mains Gas, Ventilation Systems, etc.) the post holder is nominated to undertake and which may require national registration of the nominee.The post holder shall be required to demonstrate sound knowledge and understanding of Statutory Standards & the management of Health & Safety.Experience of contract management & auditingExperience of contract specification, procurement and evaluation of tenders / proposalsA driving licence is required, this must be a full UK/EU/EEA licence.It would be great if you also haveCorporate Member of the Chartered Institute of Building ServicesContract typePermanentFull time37 HoursLocationThis role will be based in PSSD Maintenance within Udston Hospital.Whilst this advertisement may be for a specific post(s) in a particular location, applicants who are shortlisted for interview may be considered for similar vacancies in alternative locations.Looking to find out more?If you're looking to find out more, then we would love to hear from youPlease contact Graham Souter, Head of Maintenance on For enquiries regarding the application form or recruitment process, please contact Adam Thomson, Recruitment Administrator on (Please remember to include the job title and reference number in your email)Why NHS Lanarkshire?Join us and you will discover a supportive environment where you will have the chance to add to your skills and further your career.Some Of NHS Lanarkshire's Benefits IncludeA minimum of 27 days annual leave increasing with length of serviceA minimum of 8 days of public holidaysMembership of NHS Pension Scheme, with life insurance benefits (for more information on the NHS Pension Scheme visit the Scottish Public Pension)Paid sick leave increasing with length of serviceOccupational health servicesEmployee counselling servicesWork-life Balance policies and proceduresNHS Lanarkshire have a range of support services on topics that can impact both on your working and personal life including occupational health, spiritual care and independent counselling. This support can be accessed using the links on this page.Further InformationFor more information on the role, please refer to the Job Description. If you're looking for more information on the recruitment process, organisation or the services we provide, please refer to our information pack, or our recruitment webpage.Additional Information For ApplicantsPosts close at midnight on the indicated date. However, if there are a high level of interest in this position, we may close the advert once sufficient applications are received. Please complete and submit your application early.For help to complete an application on Jobtrain please follow this link: Please check your e-mail regularly (including junk & spam folders) as well as your Jobtrain account for updates.We recommend using the Internet Browser "Google Chrome" or "Microsoft Edge" when using JobtrainOnce you have submitted your application form you will be unable to make any amendmentsNHS Lanarkshire is dedicated to building a diverse workforce where everyone can thrive, develop, and succeed based on their skills, knowledge, and talent—regardless of race, disability, gender, sexual orientation, or care experience* or any other dimension that can be used to differentiate people from one another.Care experienced applicants include those who have lived with foster parents, kinship carers, or in residential/secure children's settings.Candidates should provide original and authentic responses to all questions within the application form. The use of artificial intelligence (AI), automated tools, or other third-party assistance to generate, draft, or significantly modify responses is strongly discouraged. By submitting your application, you confirm that all answers are your own work, reflect your personal knowledge, skills and experience, and have not been solely produced or altered by AI or similar technologies. Failure to comply with this requirement may result in your application being withdrawn from the application process.Right to Work within the UKNHS Lanarkshire has a legal obligation to ensure that it does not employ any worker who has not been granted the relevant permission to work in the UK.We are required to check the entitlement to work in the UK of all prospective employees, regardless of nationality or job category. UK Visas & Immigration rules are available at Prospective applicants are encouraged to check eligibility in advance of applying for vacancies in NHS Lanarkshire.Please note that all Band 1 and Band 2 posts are not eligible for sponsorship through the Skilled Worker route.