About this role
Job summary
To support the Estates Assurance, Compliance & Asbestos Manager in ensuring the Trust meets its statutory duties under the Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012 (CAR 2012), HTMs, ACOPs, CQC requirements, and other relevant legislation. The postholder will assist in maintaining compliance systems, updating records, supporting audits, and coordinating remedial actions across Estates & Facilities functions.The role provides operational and administrative support for asbestosmanagement, water safety compliance, statutory documentation, asset data capture, and quality assurance processes. The postholder will help maintain the CAFM system, assist with RAMSpreparation, and support the development of policies, procedures, andcompliance reporting.This is a key supporting role within the Estates Management Team, requiring strong organisational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to communicate effectively with colleagues, contractors, and senior managersThe purpose of the Estates Compliance Officer role is to upkeep, track and monitor the consistency of AGH Solutions PPM Plan and PPM database. Monitoring the successful closure of planned maintenance routines andescalate risks appropriately to the Infrastructure Asset Management team.
Main duties of the job
Compliance SupportAssist the Asbestos & Compliance Manager in maintaining the Trust's asbestos register and ensuring information is accurate and up to date.Support the coordination of asbestos surveys, re-inspections, and remedial works.
Help file Risk Assessments and Method Statements (RAMS) for Estates, Capitaland RAAC works.Assist in the development and review of compliance-related policies,procedures, and emergency plans.Support the auditing of Estates evidence and documentation to ensurecompliance with HTMs, HBNs, CQC, BSEN standards, and statutoryrequirements.Maintain organised records of statutory certificates, insurance documents andcompliance evidence.Assist with statutory returns including ERIC and PAM by gathering data and preparing draft submissions.Support the monitoring and tracking of remedial actions, ensuring updates are logged and escalated where required.Help interrogate compliance data, identify trends, and prepare summaryreports for senior managers.
For full details of the main duties of the role please see attached Job Description.
About us
AGH Solutions was born out of Airedale NHS Foundation Trust, a hospital and community services trust based outside Keighley, West Yorkshire.We are privileged to operate in a beautiful part of the country. The clinical services we support reach far up into the Yorkshire Dales, across the Airedale, Wharfedale and Craven patch. We are also lucky to have excellent transport links to Leeds, Bradford, Manchester and beyond. Leeds city centre is 25 minutes by train from Keighley.
We provide a wide range of services, from traditional facilities management and estate maintenance, to sterile services, wheelchair engineering and procurement.
Our vision is to bring you a flexible, responsive, high quality, value for money service.
Our NHS heritage means we work to the values and ethics of the NHS, and to those of Airedale NHS FT specifically
Job description Job responsibilities
For further information and full details of the job role please see the attached job description and person specification
This position is not currently eligible for a certificate of sponsorship in line with Home Office guidance as it does not appear on the skilled worker visa occupation list.
If you currently hold a different type of visa allowing you to work in the UK we would welcome an application from you. If your visa expires or there is a change in status during your employment, the Trust will be required to review your employment which may result in the termination of your employment to comply with the relevant immigration legislation
Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
Educated to Level 3 (A-Level, BTEC, or equivalent) in a technical, engineering, or compliance-related field and/or equivalent experience IOSH Working Safely or equivalent health & safety training.
Desirable
NEBOSH General Certificate or equivalent. Training in water safety/Legionella awareness. CAFM system training or certification. Project management or data analysis training.
Skills/Competencies Essential
Excellent administration skills. Good commercial understanding to support the business in achieving cost effective PPM performance levels. Good understanding of Estates compliance or willingness to develop specialist knowledge Competent in data management, reporting, and use of CAFM systems. Commitment to health & safety, statutory compliance, and quality assurance. Ability to interpret technical information with support Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to liaise confidently with staff, contractors, and managers. Competent IT skills, including Microsoft Excel, Word, and data entry systems. Ability to analyse information and contribute to reports or dashboards.
Desirable
Ability to read and understand technical drawings. Data analysis or reporting skills (Excel formulas, dashboards, etc.). Experience preparing or reviewing RAMS.
Knowledge Essential
Good understanding of PPM (planned preventative maintenance) related to property and building services. Knowledge of change control procedures to ensure PPM plans comply with legislation and nominated business standards. Basic understanding of statutory compliance within Estates & Facilities functions. Understanding of health & safety legislation including COSHH, RIDDOR, and risk assessment principles. Awareness of HTMs/HBNs and their role in healthcare estates compliance
Desirable
Familiarisation with SFG20 maintenance standards & HTM's Knowledge of water safety management (Legionella control). Understanding of CAFM systems and asset data structures. Awareness of ERIC, PAM, or other NHS reporting frameworks. Understanding of construction drawings, technical specifications, or building services. Understanding of health & safety legislation including COSHH, RIDDOR, and risk assessment principles.
Experience Essential
Experience working within Estates, Facilities, Construction, Compliance, or a technical services environment. Experience maintaining records, databases, or compliance documentation. Experience coordinating contractors, surveys, or technical inspections. Experience producing reports, summaries, or technical documentation. Experience of the co-ordination of all maintenance in relation to the building services including building fabric and structure using internal and external resources. Previous experience working with CAFM systems. Relevant experience in a similar Role.
Desirable
Previous experience working with FSI or MRI CAFM systems would be beneficial but not mandatory. Experience working in a healthcare environment or other highly regulated sector. Experience supporting statutory compliance activities (asbestos, water safety, fire safety, etc.). Experience with asset management or Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) systems. Experience assisting with audits or quality assurance processes.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Employer details Employer name AGH Solutions Ltd
Address Airedale Hospital
Airedale NHS Foundation Trust
Steeton
BD20 6TD
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://aghsolutions.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)