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Kiwoko Hospital

Estates Manager

Kiwoko Hospital

Uganda Full time Administration
Posted: Jul 28, 2026 6 days ago Deadline: Aug 07, 2026 28 views

Job Description

 

Estates Manager Job at Kiwoko Hospital

Vacancy Title: Estates Manager
Company: Kiwoko Hospital
Job Type: Full-Time
Industry: Healthcare
Category: Management, Engineering, Facilities Management, Maintenance & Repair, Business Operations
Duty Station: Kiwoko Hospital, Nakaseke (Greater Luwero), Uganda
Application Deadline: 7th August 2026

About Kiwoko Hospital

Kiwoko Hospital is a Private-Not-For-Profit (PNFP) healthcare institution under the Church of Uganda in Luwero Diocese and affiliated with the Uganda Protestant Medical Bureau (UPMB). Guided by its motto, "We Treat, Jesus Heals," the hospital is committed to providing quality, compassionate, and affordable healthcare services while maintaining safe, efficient, and sustainable healthcare facilities.
Kiwoko Hospital is seeking an experienced and highly organized Estates Manager to oversee the maintenance, development, and management of the hospital's buildings, infrastructure, utilities, and technical services.

Job Summary

The Estates Manager will provide strategic leadership for the Estates Department by ensuring hospital buildings, equipment, utilities, and infrastructure are maintained to the highest standards. The role involves managing maintenance operations, overseeing capital projects, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations, supervising technical staff, and promoting sustainability initiatives that support efficient healthcare service delivery.
This position is ideal for professionals with experience in estates management, facilities management, engineering maintenance, project management, hospital infrastructure, construction supervision, energy management, and property maintenance.

Key Responsibilities

1. Estates and Facilities Management
  • Lead and manage the Estates Department.
  • Oversee planned and reactive maintenance of hospital buildings and infrastructure.
  • Ensure hospital facilities remain safe, functional, and well-maintained.
  • Coordinate repairs and preventive maintenance schedules.
  • Monitor utility systems including electricity, water, plumbing, and HVAC systems.
2. Infrastructure Maintenance
  • Supervise maintenance of hospital buildings, roads, drainage systems, and utilities.
  • Ensure medical and non-medical equipment infrastructure is properly maintained.
  • Conduct regular inspections to identify maintenance requirements.
  • Coordinate emergency maintenance activities.
3. Project Planning and Development
  • Prepare technical specifications for infrastructure projects.
  • Develop project budgets and implementation plans.
  • Supervise renovation, expansion, and construction projects.
  • Monitor contractor performance and project quality.
  • Ensure projects are completed within approved budgets and timelines.
4. Compliance and Safety Management
  • Ensure compliance with building regulations and statutory requirements.
  • Maintain workplace health and safety standards.
  • Implement environmental sustainability initiatives.
  • Ensure compliance with fire safety, electrical safety, and occupational health regulations.
  • Conduct regular risk assessments and safety inspections.
5. Budget and Resource Management
  • Prepare annual maintenance budgets.
  • Monitor expenditure against approved budgets.
  • Optimize maintenance costs while maintaining service quality.
  • Manage procurement of maintenance materials and equipment.
6. Team Leadership
  • Supervise estates officers, technicians, artisans, and maintenance staff.
  • Allocate work schedules and monitor performance.
  • Provide coaching and technical guidance.
  • Promote teamwork, accountability, and continuous improvement.

Qualifications and Requirements

Applicants should possess:
  • Diploma in:
    • Architecture
    • Civil Engineering
    • Building Technology
    • Construction Management
    • Facilities Management
    • Or a related field
  • Minimum of three (3) years of relevant experience in estates or facilities management.
  • Experience managing buildings, infrastructure, maintenance projects, or institutional estates.
  • Knowledge of healthcare facility management is an added advantage.

Key Skills and Competencies

Facilities Management Skills
Ability to manage buildings, utilities, infrastructure, and maintenance operations efficiently.
Project Management Skills
Ability to plan, supervise, and deliver maintenance and construction projects successfully.
Technical Knowledge
Strong understanding of civil works, building maintenance, electrical systems, plumbing, HVAC, and engineering services.
Leadership Skills
Ability to supervise teams, coordinate contractors, and improve operational performance.
Health and Safety Knowledge
Knowledge of occupational health, fire safety regulations, environmental sustainability, and statutory compliance.
Computer Skills
Proficiency in:
  • AutoCAD
  • ArchiCAD
  • Microsoft Office Suite
  • Maintenance management systems

What to Include in Your CV for Estates Manager Job

1. Professional Summary
Highlight experience in:
  • Estates management
  • Facilities management
  • Infrastructure maintenance
  • Construction supervision
  • Engineering services
  • Project management
  • Team leadership
Example:
Professional Summary
Experienced Estates and Facilities Management professional with proven expertise in building maintenance, infrastructure management, project supervision, technical operations, health and safety compliance, and facilities planning. Skilled in leading maintenance teams, managing budgets, coordinating contractors, and ensuring efficient operation of institutional facilities.
2. Work Experience
Include:
  • Employer
  • Position held
  • Employment period
  • Key responsibilities
  • Major achievements
Example Responsibilities
  • Managed hospital buildings and maintenance operations.
  • Supervised infrastructure development projects.
  • Coordinated preventive maintenance schedules.
  • Managed contractor performance and project delivery.
  • Ensured compliance with safety regulations.
  • Controlled maintenance budgets and procurement.
3. Education
Include:
  • Diploma or Degree
  • Professional certifications
  • Technical training
  • Health and Safety certifications
4. Technical Skills
Include:
  • Facilities Management
  • Building Maintenance
  • Preventive Maintenance
  • Infrastructure Management
  • AutoCAD
  • ArchiCAD
  • Microsoft Office
  • Budget Management
  • Health & Safety Compliance
  • Project Management
5. Professional Achievements
Examples include:
  • Reduced maintenance costs.
  • Successfully managed renovation projects.
  • Improved equipment uptime.
  • Enhanced workplace safety.
  • Increased operational efficiency.
  • Completed projects within budget and schedule.

Career Growth Opportunities

An Estates Manager can progress into:
  • Senior Estates Manager
  • Facilities Manager
  • Engineering Manager
  • Infrastructure Manager
  • Operations Manager
  • Director of Facilities Management
  • Head of Estates
  • Hospital Operations Director

Estates Manager Interview Questions and Answers

1. How do you prioritize maintenance activities?
Answer:
I prioritize maintenance based on safety risks, operational impact, regulatory requirements, and urgency. Preventive maintenance is scheduled to minimize equipment failures while emergency repairs are addressed immediately to ensure uninterrupted operations.
2. How do you manage maintenance budgets?
Answer:
I prepare realistic maintenance budgets, monitor expenditures regularly, negotiate cost-effective procurement, and prioritize essential maintenance activities while ensuring quality service delivery.
3. How do you ensure compliance with health and safety regulations?
Answer:
I conduct regular inspections, implement safety policies, organize staff training, monitor compliance with statutory requirements, and ensure all maintenance activities follow approved health and safety standards.
4. Describe your experience managing contractors.
Answer:
I prepare technical specifications, evaluate contractor performance, monitor project quality and timelines, ensure contractual compliance, and verify work before approving payments.




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Job Overview

  • Job Type: Full time
  • Experience Level: Intermediate
  • Education Level: Bachelors
  • Vacancies: 1
  • Category: Administration
  • Location: Uganda
  • Application: via Email

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