FAQs
What are the primary responsibilities of the Estates & Facilities Compliance Manager?
The primary responsibilities include developing policies and procedures for statutory compliance, auditing Estates evidence, analyzing statistical data for trends, ensuring effective business continuity planning, and communicating technical information to relevant stakeholders.
What standards must the Estates & Facilities Compliance Manager ensure compliance with?
The Compliance Manager must ensure compliance with relevant standards such as BSEN, CQC, HTM, and HBN.
How will the Compliance Manager support the Trust's asset management?
The Compliance Manager will ensure data on third-party Trust CAFM systems is up to date and maintain a register of all estates assets through a change control process, including asset collection of existing and new works.
Is there a requirement to conduct audits?
Yes, the Compliance Manager is required to audit Estates against the Premises Assurance Model, conduct external audits for leaseholders, and ensure all relevant compliance certificates and insurance documents are secured.
Will the Compliance Manager be involved in training programs?
Yes, the Compliance Manager is expected to contribute to identifying training needs and help develop programs to meet those needs.
What is the purpose of the Premises Assurance Model submission?
The purpose of the Premises Assurance Model submission is to demonstrate compliance and quality standards to NHS England on an annual basis.
How frequently should the Compliance Manager maintain technical knowledge?
The Compliance Manager should maintain technical knowledge through Continuous Professional Development (CPD) on a regular basis.
What type of collaboration is expected from the Compliance Manager?
The Compliance Manager is expected to participate in relevant internal and external program meetings and working groups to provide information and expertise.