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Director of Estates and Facilities
Midlands Partnership NHS Foundation Trust View all jobs
Posted 29 day(s) ago
Reference: 301-IT-26-8266426
Job summary
We're seeking an exceptional Director of Estates & Facilities to lead the development and delivery of an ambitious estates, infrastructure and capital agenda that will support healthcare transformation for years to come.
Reporting to the Chief Strategy & Transformation Officer, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring our estate is more than a collection of buildings. It will be a strategic enabler of better patient care, workforce wellbeing, innovation and organisational performance.
This is a rare opportunity to leave a lasting legacy, shaping the places and spaces that will support our patients, communities and workforce for generations to come.
If you're ready to lead transformational change, inspire talented teams and deliver an estate fit for the future of healthcare, we'd love to hear from you.
Main duties of the job
As a key system leader, you will work collaboratively with partners across health, care and the wider public sector to maximise the value and utilisation of our collective public estate, supporting better outcomes for the communities we serve.
We're looking for a strategic and collaborative leader with a proven track record of delivering large-scale capital programmes, leading complex services and building strong partnerships.
You will be able to translate organisational ambition into practical, long-term investment that creates modern, sustainable environments where healthcare can thrive.
With responsibility for a substantial capital investment programme, you'll lead the delivery of our Estates Strategy, major redevelopment projects, sustainability ambitions and facilities services across a complex and evolving organisation.
You'll also provide inspiring leadership to our estates and facilities workforce, developing talent, building capability and creating a high-performing culture equipped to meet the challenges of a modern NHS.
About us
Come and work with us at our award-winning NHS Trust, leading the way for trying new and better ways of working to help improve life for our local communities.
We have around 9,000 staff who provide physical and mental healthcare, support for people with learning disabilities, and adult social care across Staffordshire, Stoke-on-Trent, Shropshire, and Telford & Wrekin. We also run regional and national services, including help for new parents (perinatal care), eating disorders, forensic services, sexual health, and support for people in prison with mental health, drug, or alcohol problems.
We offer great career development for both clinical and non-clinical roles, with ongoing training and support to help you learn and grow.
We are 'United in our Uniqueness' and committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels welcome and can be themselves, no matter their background or identity. We want our staff to feel supported and valued, and we aim to build a team that reflects the communities we serve. Together, we can make sure every voice is heard, and every difference is respected.
Please note, we may close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications
Please note: If you use Artificial Intelligence (AI) as part of your application, we encourage you to review the Trust's guidance on the use of AI within the recruitment process. Further information can be found on Join Us :: Midlands Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust or www.mpft.nhs.uk/joinus
Details
Date posted
03 September 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 9
Salary
£112,782 to £129,783 a year PA PR
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
301-IT-26-8266426
Job locations
HQ Mellor House
Corporation Street
Stafford
ST16 3SR
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
Before applying for this unique and exciting role, we encourage you to view the full job description and person specification.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Before applying for this unique and exciting role, we encourage you to view the full job description and person specification.
Person Specification
QUALIFICATIONS & TRAINING
Essential
- Master's qualification and current professional registration e.g. CIOB, MRICS, CIBSE, IHEEM, Chartered Engineer or equivalent relevant to the post.
- Professional knowledge acquired through extensive senior leadership experience in Estates and Facilities Management, capital planning and delivery, organisational transformation, governance, workforce and financial management.
- Comprehensive knowledge of NHS Estates and Facilities related legislation, standards and guidance including HTMs, HBNs, PAM, PLACE and CQC requirements.
Desirable
- MBA or equivalent postgraduate management qualification.
- NEBOSH Diploma or equivalent Health and Safety qualification.
Experience
Essential
- Significant experience of leading large, diverse Estates and Facilities services within a complex healthcare, public sector or similarly regulated environment
- Experience of developing and implementing organisation-wide Estates and Facilities strategies.
- Experience of operating successfully at Board, Executive Team or equivalent senior level.
- Experience of managing complex property, land, lease, disposal, estate rationalisation or utilisation matters within a large organisation.
Desirable
- Experience of commercial partnerships and business development opportunities.
SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE & ABILITIES
Essential
- Well-developed communication and influencing skills with the ability to motivate teams and secure consensus across multiple professional groups and organisations.
- Highly developed strategic leadership skills with the ability to translate organisational objectives into deliverable operational strategies
- Advanced knowledge of national NHS policy, strategy and Estates and Facilities requirements
- Extensive technical knowledge of estates engineering, infrastructure compliance, facilities management and asset management principles
Desirable
- Knowledge of sustainability, carbon reduction and Net Zero programmes.
Person Specification
QUALIFICATIONS & TRAINING
Essential
- Master's qualification and current professional registration e.g. CIOB, MRICS, CIBSE, IHEEM, Chartered Engineer or equivalent relevant to the post.
- Professional knowledge acquired through extensive senior leadership experience in Estates and Facilities Management, capital planning and delivery, organisational transformation, governance, workforce and financial management.
- Comprehensive knowledge of NHS Estates and Facilities related legislation, standards and guidance including HTMs, HBNs, PAM, PLACE and CQC requirements.
Desirable
- MBA or equivalent postgraduate management qualification.
- NEBOSH Diploma or equivalent Health and Safety qualification.
Experience
Essential
- Significant experience of leading large, diverse Estates and Facilities services within a complex healthcare, public sector or similarly regulated environment
- Experience of developing and implementing organisation-wide Estates and Facilities strategies.
- Experience of operating successfully at Board, Executive Team or equivalent senior level.
- Experience of managing complex property, land, lease, disposal, estate rationalisation or utilisation matters within a large organisation.
Desirable
- Experience of commercial partnerships and business development opportunities.
SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE & ABILITIES
Essential
- Well-developed communication and influencing skills with the ability to motivate teams and secure consensus across multiple professional groups and organisations.
- Highly developed strategic leadership skills with the ability to translate organisational objectives into deliverable operational strategies
- Advanced knowledge of national NHS policy, strategy and Estates and Facilities requirements
- Extensive technical knowledge of estates engineering, infrastructure compliance, facilities management and asset management principles
Desirable
- Knowledge of sustainability, carbon reduction and Net Zero programmes.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Employer details
Employer name
Midlands Partnership NHS Foundation Trust
Address
HQ Mellor House
Corporation Street
Stafford
ST16 3SR
United Kingdom
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Employer details
Employer name
Midlands Partnership NHS Foundation Trust
Address
HQ Mellor House
Corporation Street
Stafford
ST16 3SR
United Kingdom