Aneurin Bevan University Health Board
Estates Manager - Ysbyty Ystrad Fawr
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Job Overview
Aneurin Bevan University Health Board is seeking an experienced and highly motivated Estates Manager (Operations) to play a pivotal role in delivering safe, efficient and compliant estate services across our healthcare estate.
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This senior management position offers an exciting opportunity to lead multidisciplinary maintenance teams and contribute to the strategic management of one of Wales' largest healthcare organisations.
As a key member of the Operational Maintenance Team, you will oversee the management, operation and maintenance of healthcare buildings, engineering plant, building fabric, services and equipment, ensuring that services remain responsive, compliant and patient-focused.
Essential Requirements
- Degree-level professional qualification or equivalent knowledge and experience.
- Management or supervisory studies qualification/training.
- Significant experience in building services, estates maintenance or engineering environments.
- Specialist knowledge of building fabric and maintenance services.
- A recognised apprenticeship background.
- Strong leadership, communication and organisational skills.
- Excellent IT skills and the ability to work under pressure.
- Full UK driving licence and ability to travel throughout the Health Board.
If you are an experienced estates professional with a passion for operational excellence, compliance and team leadership, we would love to hear from you.
Main duties of the job
The Successful Candidate Will
- Lead and manage multidisciplinary estates maintenance teams across the Health Board.
- Manage operational maintenance services, including reactive, planned preventative and periodic maintenance programmes.
- Ensure compliance with statutory legislation, Health Technical Memoranda (HTMs), Health & Safety requirements and industry standards.
- Act as Senior Authorised Person for specialist systems such as Medical Gas Pipeline Systems, Specialist Ventilation Systems and Decontamination Services (following appropriate appointment and training).
- Manage budgets, contracts, service level agreements and specialist maintenance providers.
- Provide professional and technical advice to senior managers, clinicians and directors.
- Lead on workforce development, staff performance, apprenticeships and training programmes.
- Support energy management initiatives and drive continuous improvement across the Health Board estate.
Working for our organisation
Aneurin Bevan University Health Board (ABUHB) is a multi-award-winning NHS organisation serving the communities of Gwent. With more than 14,000 staff and volunteers, we provide safe, high-quality, and compassionate care across hospitals, GP practices, community services, and mental health settings. As a University Health Board, research, education, and innovation are central to our work, supporting evidence-based practice and continuous improvement.
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Our work is guided by the Gwent Strategy 2025–2035, which sets out our long-term ambition to create a fairer and healthier future for our population. We focus on prevention, reducing health inequalities, and working in partnership with local authorities, voluntary organisations, and communities to improve health and wellbeing.
We are committed to creating an inclusive, supportive workplace where people feel valued, respected, and able to develop. Our values of Kindness, Integrity, and Respect shape how we care for patients and how we treat one another.
We offer a wide range of learning and development opportunities, flexible working where possible, and a comprehensive NHS benefits package. Working for ABUHB means being part of an organisation that values its people and offers the chance to build a meaningful and rewarding career while making a real difference to the lives of others.
Qualifications And/or Knowledge
Essential criteria
- Professional knowledge acquired to degree level plus relevant or equivalent experience
- Specialist knowledge of building fabric
- Management/supervisors studies
- Served a recognised apprenticeship
Desirable criteria
- Training in Health & Safety
- Corporate/Full Member of a professional Institution
- Evidence of CPD
- Specialist Knowledge acquired through courses and or experience to masters level or equivalent
Experience
Essential criteria
- Experience in building services/maintenance
- Appropriate work experience
- Freedom to act to their own ability and on behalf of ABUHB
Desirable criteria
- Working within the NHS
- Involved in project management
Knowledge and Understanding
Essential criteria
- Ability to work under pressure
- Computer literate
- Participate in the management/supervision on call system
Desirable criteria
- Preparation of Reports
- Able to contribute in a team environment
- Financial control systems
- Ability to speak Welsh
Skills and Attributes
Essential criteria
- Good communicator
- Ability to travel to meet the requirements of the post
- Available for out of hours working
Desirable criteria
- Self motivated
- Customer focussed.
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