Handback Co-ordinator


Company:	Serco Limited
Salary:	£38202-48236 per annum
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	wishaw, ML2 0DP
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	4 Aug 2026
Closing date:	3 Sept 2026

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Summary

Serco Limited

University Hospital Wishaw

Full time – Permanent, 37.5 hours per week.

Salary

- £38,202.00

- £48,236.00 depending on experience plus Serco benefits.To work with the Regional Handback Manager to support Serco’s delivery of contractual obligations in the hand back of University Hospital Wishaw, and any other contracts identified, ensuring all works, documentation, and asset conditions meet the standards agreed with the SPV client and NHS customer.

Main Accountabilities:

· Support the planning and execution of handback activities, ensuring compliance with PFI contractual clauses.

· Work with Serco colleagues on lifecycle and backlog works, ensuring assets are compliant, safe, and fit for continued use.

· Act as the day to day point of contact for all handback matters with the Serco site team, SPV, NHS Board, and consultants.

· Support the general activity and validation of condition surveys, ensuring works are documented and align with asset performance requirements.

· Maintain the contract handback programme and risk register, tracking progress against milestones and escalating risks as needed.

· Ensure accurate and complete submission of handback documentation, including O&M manuals, compliance certificates, and maintenance logs.

· Support as required with negotiations and technical dispute resolution on condition, compliance, or lifecycle issues.

· Report progress regularly to internal leadership and external stakeholders.

What you will need for the role:

Criteria

Essential

Desirable

Qualifications

Degree/HND in FM, Engineering, Construction, or equivalent

Membership of IWFM, IHEEM, or similar professional body

Experience

FM experience within a healthcare PFI project

Experience with contract expiry/handback phases

Experience

Demonstrated knowledge of lifecycle, compliance, and contract management

Working knowledge of ISO 55000 or similar asset frameworks

Experience

Familiarity with healthcare-specific standards (HTMs/SHTMs, HBNs, SFG20, CQC)

Skills & Knowledge

Ability to read and interpret technical/contractual documentation

Familiarity with NHS Board processes or governance

Skills & Knowledge

Proficient in CAFM systems, Microsoft Office, and asset databases

Use of document control or compliance management tools

Skills & Knowledge

Strong stakeholder communication and negotiation skills

Personal Attributes

Detail-oriented, organised, and deadline-driven

Calm under pressure; able to manage sensitive issues diplomatically

Personal Attributes

Solution-focused, with a proactive approach to problem solving

What we offer:

· Up to 6% contributory pension scheme.

· Serco discounts which include cinema, merlin entertainment and online shopping discounts, cycle to work scheme and discounts on mobile phone plans and leisure centre memberships.

· The chance to make a positive difference to the wider public.

· Interesting, varied and enjoyable work.

· A company that recognises your contribution

About Serco

At Serco, not only is the nature of the work we do important, everyone has an important role to play, from caring for vulnerable people to managing complex public services. We are a team of 50,000 people responsible for delivering essential public services around the world in areas including defence, transport, justice, immigration, healthcare and citizen services. We are innovators, committed to redesigning and improving public services for the benefit of everyone.

By joining Serco you will have unlimited access to our Global Employee Networks – SercoInspire (Gender), SercoEmbrace (Multicultural), SercoUnlimited (Disability) and In@Serco (LGBT & Networks). Serco Employee Networks, led by colleagues who are passionate about diversity, inclusion and belonging.

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