Junior Estates Officer HVAC

Join our team at Manchester Central Hospital as a Junior Estates Officer HVAC and be a vital part of maintaining a world class healthcare environment. This role offers a unique opportunity to apply your technical expertise within a large, complex healthcare setting, ensuring the safe and efficient operation of critical HVAC and ventilation systems in line with HTM standards. You will play a key role in delivering planned maintenance, supporting capital projects, and implementing innovative solutions to enhance operational reliability. We are seeking a dedicated professional with a strong background in HVAC systems, health and safety compliance, and project management, who is eager to contribute to the delivery of safe, sustainable, and high quality healthcare services. If you thrive in a challenging environment and are committed to excellence, this is the perfect opportunity to develop your career within a reputable NHS Trust.

NVQ Level 3 in Ventilation or similar required for this role, along with previous AP Experience,

• Extensive experience in managing large healthcare environmental systems, including HVAC, BEMS, microbiological safety cabinets, and LEV systems, with a focus on compliance and scheduled maintenance
• Proven ability to oversee and deliver complex Capital and Lifecycle Projects, including design review, testing, commissioning, and operational handovers in a healthcare setting
• Strong knowledge of Health and Safety regulations such as HTM 06, HTM 03 01, COSHH, and the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974, ensuring regulatory compliance across all activities
• Skilled in risk management, including maintaining and updating Risk Registers, implementing mitigation measures, and ensuring HSE compliance within large operational teams and supply chains
• Capability to produce, review, and deliver technical reports, and manage safety documentation such as Permits to Work, Sanctions to Work, and Standing Instructions
• Experience in managing and developing a team of competent persons, and liaising with stakeholders, clinical staff, and contractors to ensure safe and efficient operations
• Familiarity with modern maintenance technologies, including Predictive Maintenance, Reliability Centred Maintenance, and integration with BIM and CAFM systems for asset management
What You'll Bring
• Proven HVAC and ventilation systems experience
• NVQ Level 3 or equivalent qualificationand AP Experience
• Knowledge of HTM 03 Ventilation and healthcare compliance
• Strong communication and team collaboration skills
• Ability to manage maintenance and project works
• Health and Safety awareness and COSHH knowledge
Be part of a team that puts people first-and feel proud of the difference you make every day.

Ready to be part of something greater? Apply now and bring your energy, purpose, and passion to Sodexo. We may close this advert early if we receive a high number of applications - so don't wait! About Sodexo At Sodexo, our purpose is to create a better every day for everyone to build a better life for all. As the global leader in services that improve the Quality of Life, we operate in 55 countries, serving over 100 million consumers each day through our unique combination of Onsite Food and FM Services, Benefits and Rewards Services and Personal and Home Services. We are committed to being an inclusive employer. We are a forces friendly employer.We welcome and encourage applications from people with a diverse variety of experiences, backgrounds, and identities.We encourage our employees to get involved with our Employee Networks such as Pride, Sodexo Parents and Carers, Sodexo Disability, Ability network, So Together, Generations and Origins.

Working at Sodexo isn't just a job - it's a chance to make a difference every day. You'll be part of a supportive team, act with purpose, and thrive in a role where your work matters. We also offer a range of benefits to support you and your loved ones:
• Mental health and wellbeing resources
• Employee Assistance Programme (including financial/legal advice and personal support)
• Free health and wellbeing app with 24/7 virtual GP access
• Discounts on high street brands for you and your family
• Salary finance tools and financial wellbeing resources
• Retirement savings plan and life insurance
• Full training and protective uniform provided.
• Opportunities to gain experience through learning and development.
• Cycle to Work scheme and volunteering opportunities.
• Flexible working and a dynamic team environment
• Competitive pay