NHSBT are in a period of growth, whilst also needing to find new ways of working and realise efficiencies. The Estates and Facilities Team are looking to lead the way in this and are on a journey to improve our department and effect change for all our customers.We are recruiting for two roles to help us realise this vision, both Regional Estates & Facilities Managers, one based in the Southwest, another based in the Northwest.You will lead a regional operations team split over the key sites in your region ensuring we continue to deliver a safe, compliant workspace for all colleagues working there and an excellent donor experience.You will demonstrate inclusive leadership, technical expertise and decision making, giving support and direction to the regional team on a daily basis.Your work will enable NHSBT to maintain and grow the Services they offer by providing fit for purpose facilities and responding promptly to regional issues.You will work closely with a wide range of stakeholders both internal and external, work closely with your colleagues in the other 3 regions to ensure best practice and alignment, and support the Head of E&F Ops in driving consistency and efficiencies.You will be rewarded by knowing that the essential work that you will be doing will improve and save lives. You will be joining friendly, passionate colleagues, rich in their diversity, who are committed to providing excellent care to our service users and their loved ones.

Main duties of the job

In this role you will be responsible as one of four Regional Estates & Facilities Managers, you will be a key member of the Estates senior leadership team, leading on the strategic development of the estate through proactive engagement with key stakeholders.Your responsibilities will include:Contributing to the development of internal customer directorates own service strategies, drawing on specialist professional expertise, previous experience and detailed local knowledge.Leading the development of estates and facilities services with responsibility for managing service delivery and performance in one region of the country.Driving continual improvements in ways of working, service levels and efficiencies.Being an inspirational and engaging leader, committed to developing yourself and others.Taking ownership of operational risk, governance and quality for the region (including HSE, MHRA, CQC, GMP, etc)Giving direction and line managing the regional E&F team and owning the National FM Contract performance.Driving personal development, performance reviews and mandatory training within the region.Being the Estates and Facilities Business Partner for some of our stakeholder groups as required.Building a collaborative environment within the region.Deputising for the Head of E&F Ops when required.You will be required to travel extensively and spend time away from base, involving working irregular hours and overnight stays when required, with notice.

About us

It takes all types of people to deliver the kind of service that saves and improves lives. At NHS Blood and Transplant, youll join a team of more than 6,000 people who are making a genuine difference to communities, families, friends, relatives and more across the UK. We play a unique and special role in the NHS by helping people do something extraordinary- donate blood, blood products, organs, tissues, or stem cells to save someone in need.Our three core values are what set us apart. They guide and inspire everything we do.By being caring, expertly meeting the needs of our patients and our people, and accepting nothing less than the best quality, we can do extraordinary work and help our people to do something extraordinary in their career, too. Three small words, one big difference - Caring, Expert and Quality. Together we'll save and improve more lives than ever.You will join us on our journey to create an inclusive workplace and aim to reflect the diverse communities we work with, and we positively encourage applications from all sectors of the community.

Job responsibilities

Please view the attached recruitment profile which is a summary of the detailed Job Description and Person Specification for the full personal attributes we require for the role. You will need to demonstrate these throughout the recruitment process.

What we offer:

• A starting salary of £64,455 - £74,896 per annum in accordance with Agenda for Change (AfC).
• A full time, permanent Band 8b opportunity to lead the Southwest Estates and Facilities team from our Bristol centre.
• A full time, permanent Band 8b opportunity to lead the Northwest Estates and Facilities team from our Liverpool centre.
• NHSBT promotes flexible working opportunities and both roles will be hybrid with travel when needed.
• 27 days annual leave (pro rata for part-time) plus Bank Holidays, increasing to 29 days after 5 years service and to 33 days after 10 years.
• NHS pension scheme. The NHS Pension Scheme is a defined benefit scheme (not dependent on investment returns) Further details and outline of benefits can be found at: www.nhsbsa.nhs.uk/pensions.
• Weve fostered a culture of continuous learning where colleagues are well-led, engaged, and encouraged to grow. We support you in reaching your full potential, both in your current role and future career. Our Thrive program embodies our commitment to learning and development, offering a wide range of activities to support your personal and professional growth. Its open to everyone at NHSBT, ensuring you have the resources to succeed and shine in your role.

This vacancy will close at 23:59 on Wednesday 18th June 2025.

Interviews are anticipated to be held week commencing 23rd June subject to confirmation

For informal enquiries please contact: Martin Hunt, Assistant Director of Estates and Facilities at martin.hunt@nhsbt.nhs.uk.

Person Specification

Qualifications

• A professional qualification or higher level degree in a facilities management related subject or equivalent experience.
• Possession of a valid driving licence, allowing you to drive in the UK.
• Demonstrates commitment to own continued professional development (CPD).

Experience

• Knowledge of IT systems (including facilities management systems and databases) and experience of working with MS Office Suite.
• Experience of managing and providing multiple facilities services in a strongly customer-orientated environment.
• Experience in preparing robust business cases and presenting reports at executive board level.
• Knowledge of facilities help desk systems and the benefits which can be derived from them.
• Proven experience of developing facilities services and strategies and of space utilisation.
• Significant leadership experience in Facilities management and
• Experience in project, change and contract management and of negotiating cross-functional agreements.
• Experience of managing risk and of specific knowledge of property security issues.
• Knowledge of the full range of world-class facilities services.
• Experience in financial management (including facilities soft services) and budget control.
• Building fabric and building services knowledge.

Assistant Director of Estates and Facilities