Head of Engineering

For further information on this role, please see the attached detailed Job Description and Person Specification To be an authority on engineering, operations and maintenance within the department, be a key member of the Projects and Estates Department strategic team. Use excellent concise communication skills to brief senior managers within the department as well as Trust management executive when required. Work to raise the profile and professionalism of the Department and protect it from risks through the role performed and, in all communications, and behaviour. To exchange maintenance, technical project-related information with senior managers and directors and negotiate with contractors and suppliers.There is a need for excellent communication skills which will assist the department in gaining the cooperation of others and maintain good relations. Such as using skill and knowledge to discuss, negotiate and agree changes to estates operational delivery or plant /equipment as a result of new /changing infection control requirements. This will include encouraging estates staff to use new equipment or new work practises. Develop and manage documentation systems including policies, statutory and mandatory records procedures, registers, logbooks and maintenance records.Responsible for the maintenance and modification of Fire Alarm and Detection Systems ensuring compliance with HTM 05 and Fire code. The existing BMS system is linked to the Energy Management System leading to a complex Environmental Control system. Therefore, the frequent monitoring and diagnoses of problems and faults on the sophisticated systems and relevant equipment is required and the need to formulate solutions and recommendations.Responsible as Authorised Person for LV and Medical Gas Pipeline Systems as defined in HTMs guidance. Provide professional/technical advice and best practice guidance to trade staff for engineering systems and equipment The physical skills required for the post are varied. These skills would normally be obtained through practical trade training and experience in the use specialist tools, and equipment. Knowledge and the use of Computer systems are essential. The skills will need to be employed where needs dictate and during urgent and emergency situations