FAQs
What are the primary responsibilities of the Contract and Performance Manager?
The primary responsibilities include managing the Estates and Facilities management contracts, ensuring obligations are met, overseeing financial governance, promoting continuous improvement, and facilitating communication between the Trust’s operational departments and contract partners.
What types of contracts will the post holder manage?
The post holder will manage a Private Finance Initiative (PFI) contract at Calderdale Royal Hospital and a contract with Calderdale and Huddersfield Solutions Ltd at Huddersfield Royal Infirmary and other community properties.
What is the Trust's goal regarding continuous improvement?
The Trust aims to promote a culture of continuous improvement to provide better value for money while ensuring high standards of patient care and hospital environment are maintained.
Will the role involve working with any specific partners or stakeholders?
Yes, the role will involve working with Contract Partners, operational Departments and Divisions within the Trust, and ensuring compliance with the Infrastructure & Projects Authority requirements.
What significant changes are currently being implemented by the Trust?
The Trust is implementing a reconfiguration of its service provision, which includes significant changes to its estate and contracted services, and the transition of services from current PFI Partners to Calderdale and Huddersfield Solutions Ltd.
What kind of environment does the Trust operate in?
The Trust operates in a healthcare environment, providing a range of services including urgent and emergency care, surgeries, maternity, gynaecology, critical care, community health services, and more across its hospitals and community sites.
How many staff members work at the Trust?
The Trust employs more than 6,500 staff who deliver care across its two main hospitals and community sites.
Who should I contact for further details or informal visits about this role?
You can contact Gary Boothby, the Director of Finance, via email at gary.boothby@cht.nhs.uk or by telephone at 07557576390 for further details or informal visits.