Assistant Estates Manager – Passive Fire Protection

Equans is looking for an Assistant Estates Manager- Fire Protection Project to join our team at Queen Elizabeth Hospital on an 18-month fixed term contract. This is a full-time role working 37.5 hours per week. On offer is a competitive salary and benefits package.

The role is to assist in the delivery of an extensive Passive Fire Protection Remediation project and implementation of an active fire solution.

The role is vital to ensure that the estate is maintained to a high and compliant standard, ensuring that all statutory requirements are fully complied with and documented for all services and facilities under the control of the contract.

What will you deliver?

• Manage the day-to-day Passive Fire Protection work streams on behalf of Equans whilst interfacing with a number of construction and non-construction parties
• Collate all information related to the PFP work & appropriately organise and store records in line with Equans record keeping procedures
• Managing and directing staff in a safe and efficient manner
• Participate in regular meetings with the Construction Contractor/Project Company & Trust to agree access for the construction team’s contractor to carry out remedial works
• Carry out Authorised Person isolations, in relation to both electrical LV and Medical Gases, where required to enable work to be completed
• Ensure all Equans Human Resource and Health and Safety Policies and Procedures are adhered to
• Deputise for the Senior Project Manager Passive Fire Protection during absence from site as directed by the Senior Management Team
• Ensure that all works are being carried out in compliance with: Statute, Contract Requirements, Regulations, ACOP’s and Guidance (HTM’s)
• Managing and resolving incidents of non-compliance across the project in line with Contract and Company Requirements
• Ensure adherence and evidence of all Statutory Standards and Regulations and Department of Health requirements
• Attend as required Health & Safety forums with staff and the client on a regular basis
• Responsible for bringing to the attention of the Senior Project Manager PFP and all Senior Management any unsafe working conditions, working practices, unsafe plant or equipment encountered during the execution of duties including reporting on the company AIM’s system
• Responsible for the execution of any other estates and facilities related duties in an emergency/urgent situation, as directed by the Technical Services Managers or Senior Management Team
• Hold Authorised Person (AP) status in Elec/Medi gas/Vent or equivalent as agreed with business need
• Participate in shift working where required to ensure the delivery of the PFP project
• To undertake such other duties appropriate to the level and character of work as may reasonably be required within the department as requested by the Senior Management Team
• To attend and participate in Training courses as required and to undertake any training in the future as may be required to ensure the duties of the post are effectively carried out or as required by the Senior Management Team
• Responsible for maintaining comprehensive compliance records
• Carryout Equans Management Safety Visits and compliance audits (MSV) across the project
• Carrying out inspections of site tools, plant, access equipment and first aid equipment, reporting on findings and manage resolution ensuring safety and compliance
• Ensure the project work does not impact on the delivery of the Equans services on site
• To actively identify continuing professional development requirements and demonstrate progress towards enhancing knowledge and training

What can we offer you?

On offer is a competitive salary, and benefits package, which includes;

• 24 days annual leave (+ public holidays)
• Life Cover equivalent to 1.5 times annual salary
• Employee discount shopping schemes on major brands and retailers
• Gym membership discounts 
• Cycle to work scheme 
• Holiday purchase scheme
• 2 corporate social responsibility days per year
• Broad range of learning opportunities, such as professional qualifications, collective/individual training, and personalized support programmes
• Attractive Employee Referral Rewards Scheme
• Access to our growing employee networks including AccessAbility (representing those with physical and mental disabilities), Encompass (representing the LGBTQ+ community), RISE (representing people from ethnic backgrounds), WOMEN TOGETHER (representing women in Equans), Working Parents, and Young Professionals.
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Program and access to mental wellbeing app

Who are we looking for?

• Electrical Installation – Approved apprenticeship with either:
• City & Guild 236 Part 1, 2 & 3 Parts A, B, C or
• City & Guilds 2360 Parts 1, 2, 3 or
• City & Guilds 2330 Level 2, Level 3, (Level 4 – desirable) or
• City & Guilds 2560 (2357) – Diploma

• 18^th Edition of the Wiring Regulations (BS 7671 – 2018 Amendment)
• City & Guilds 2394 Testing & Inspection certification
• City & Guilds 2395 Testing & Inspection certification
• HTM-06-(02)(03) Authorised Persons for LV
• Authorised Person Medical Gas
• High level of verbal, written and numeric skills and must be computer literate with knowledge of CAFM systems and all Microsoft Office packages
• Must be able to manage people, be self- motivating, able to work on own initiative, liaise and delegate effectively with staff operating in a multi-disciplinary environment
• A sound knowledge of the Health and Safety at Work Act, the Construction Design and Management Regulations and other relevant statutory requirements will be required
• Able to demonstrate a sound understanding of technical and estates and building issues in the provision of construction, maintenance and FM services

This role includes a DBS Basic check therefore ability to pass is essential.

Who are we?

Equans is a world leader in energy services with nearly 100,000 employees working in more than 50 countries, with an annual turnover of over 17 billion euros.  

In the UK & Ireland, Equans is a provider of technical, FM, regeneration and energy services – with specialist capabilities in smart buildings, green mobility, district & embedded energy and decentralised renewables.

Equans’ 13,500 UK & Ireland employees combine these activities to help businesses, public sector organisations and government to embrace the energy transition towards net zero, and also the digital & industrial transitions that are redesigning the way we move, work and live.

Equans is a Bouygues group company.

What’s next?

If this role is of interest to you, please click below to register, apply, and track your progress! A member of our Resourcing Team will review your application and be in touch. 

As part our commitment to better reflect the markets within which we operate, we encourage applications from women, ethnically diverse individuals and people with disabilities, along with all candidates who identify with protected characteristic groups under the Equality Act 2010. 

At Equans we’re committed to delivering a culture where everyone’s voice is heard and supported. We know the value a diverse workforce creates, delivering better results for our people, customers, and stakeholders. Diversity and inclusion is at the core of what we do, should you join Equans you’ll find a welcoming and open workplace where you’re supported and encouraged to be your true self at work. 

You’ll also have access to our growing employee networks including AccessAbility (representing those with physical and mental disabilities), Encompass (representing the LGBTQ+ community), RISE (representing people from ethnic backgrounds), WOMEN TOGETHER (representing women in Equans), Working Parents, and Young Professionals.

For this role, you must have evidence of the right to work in the UK. Unfortunately, we are not able to offer a re-location package with this job role.  Certain roles may require applicants to undergo a Disclosure check, as noted in the role requirements.

The Equans Resourcing Team supports this job advert. Agency involvement is not required. All related enquiries must come to the resourcing team not direct to Equans Managers.