Head of Estates

Milton Keynes University Hospital; Milton Keynes; On-site; GBP 76,000 - 89,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Milton Keynes seeks a Head of Estates to manage operational and strategic tasks in estates services. The ideal candidate will have a Master's in Building Services and proven leadership in a high-compliance environment. You will lead crucial teams, oversee major budgets, and guide technical contracts. This opportunity allows you to shape the future of the hospital's estate, ensuring safety and efficiency in patient care.

Benefits

Opportunities for professional development

Significant investment in infrastructure

Collaborative work environment

Qualifications

• Proven leadership in estates management within the NHS or a similar sector.
• Strong technical knowledge of engineering services and statutory compliance.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills, with the ability to influence at senior levels.

Responsibilities

• Provide professional leadership to multi‑disciplinary teams.
• Oversee service delivery across electrical systems and other HTM‑compliant areas.
• Manage budgets of more than £1 million and lead on contracts.

Skills

Leadership in estates management

Technical knowledge of engineering services

Communication skills

Negotiation skills

Education

Master’s level qualification in Building Services

Job description

Join to apply for the Head of Estates role at Milton Keynes University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Band 8C, £76,965 - £88,682
Hours: 37.5 per week, based at MK6 5LD with occasional travel to Community Sites

Milton Keynes University Hospital is growing, and so is our Estates team. We are creating a new senior leadership role to strengthen our ability to deliver safe, efficient, and high‑quality estates services across a complex healthcare environment.

As Head of Estates, you will work closely with the Director of Estates & Facilities, taking responsibility for the operational and strategic management of our Estates Services.

This Includes

• Maintenance and Engineering Teams – ensuring reliability and compliance across critical systems.
• Fire Safety and Compliance – managing statutory obligations and risk mitigation.
• Minor Works Projects.

Your Role

• Provide professional leadership to multi‑disciplinary teams, including Senior Engineers, Maintenance Managers, Fire Advisors, and Compliance Officers.
• Oversee service delivery across electrical systems, ventilation, water hygiene, medical gases, and other HTM‑compliant areas.
• Advise on long‑term strategic development and capital investment programmes.
• Manage budgets of more than £1 million and lead on technical tenders, contracts, and performance improvement.

Interview date

Week commencing 19/01/2026

What We’re Looking For

• Master’s level qualification in Building Services or equivalent experience.
• Proven leadership in estates management within the NHS or similar high‑compliance sector.
• Strong technical knowledge of engineering services and statutory compliance.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills, with the ability to influence at senior levels.

Why Join MKUH?

• Be part of a forward‑thinking Trust with significant investment in infrastructure and patient care.
• Shape the future of our estate and contribute to strategic development.
• Join a team that values collaboration, professionalism, and continuous improvement.

This is your opportunity to lead essential services that keep our hospital running and make a real difference to patient care.

Apply today and help us deliver excellence in estates management.

If you have pre‑application questions, please direct them to Tony Marsh (Director of Estates & Facilities) via the Maintenance Helpdesk on 01908 996109.

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