About this role
Job summary
Closing Date:24th May 2026
Shortlisting to take place after closing date: W/C 25th May 2026
Interview expected to take place: W/C 1st June 2026
BTHFT require a Head of Car Parking, Logistics, Security & Transport to lead and have overall operational responsibility for the timely delivery of a high quality, affordable & professional Soft FM service within Bradford Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust (BTHFT)
Main duties of the job
To participate in national networks, supporting, developing and leading implementation of new initiatives. Continuously looking for opportunities to develop Soft FM Specific services, introducing new technology and ensuring BTHFT has modern fit for purpose services. Development of plans for continuous service improvement in line with the visions and values of the Trust.
To operationally manage the agreed service/s and provide vital contribution in supporting the overarching departmental objectives, including sustaining an effective financial performance. They will ensure that all operational performance targets are met and that they are appropriately demonstrated within performance management meetings.
To develop close working relationships with Senior Management Team, Heads of Services, Infection Prevention and Control and other service leads across the Trust.
About us
Our People Charter outlines the behaviours we can expect from one another and what you can expect from Bradford Teaching Hospitals Foundation Trust:
We value people We are one team We care We're keen to meet people who share these values and are passionate about delivering the highest quality of care to our patients.
Job description Job responsibilities
Please see the attached job description and person specification for more information before applying for this role.
Person Specification
Experience Essential
Significant Facilities Management experience in a large and complex organisation. Experience of writing and producing reports. Experience of Managing a flexible, diverse and inclusive workforce with the ability to lead and motivate Experience of managing large and complex budgets. Experience of managing external contracts.
Skills Essential
A good organiser, and able to perform under pressure whilst prioritising workload and meeting deadlines Ability to carry out service specific inspections and audits of the healthcare environment including patient occupied areas. Excellent people management skills, including dealing with complex industrial relation issues. Effective communicator at all levels, written and verbal, skilled negotiator. Working in a stressful environment, with many tight deadlines and conflicting demands. Ability to be tactful and discreet and be able to deal effectively with sensitive issues Evaluates risk and makes decisions and/or advises others on decisions which have long-term significance. Ability to manage a number of on-going projects. Ability to work on own initiative and be proactive in the approach to managing the service Must have leadership and motivational skills and know when to delegate. Good level of analytical skills and ability to process complex data. Ability to make decisions quickly and to assess the implications of those decisions based on best information available.
Knowledge Essential
Must be Computer literate with experience of Microsoft office (or similar) and advanced knowledge of Excel. Must have a complete knowledge of current driving regulations and basic vehicle maintenance Take responsibility for own personal development & has a positive attitude to further training.
Qualifications Essential
Educated to degree level or significant equivalent experience. Hold or be working towards a professional management/leadership qualification CPC Licence. Local Security Management Specialist. SIA Certificate.
Desirable
Membership of an appropriate professional body.
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.
Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Employer details Employer name Bradford Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Address Bradford Royal Infirmary
Duckworth Lane
Bradford
BD9 6RJ
Employer's website https://www.bradfordhospitals.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)