Our fellows

Darren is the Managing Director at Fire Safety Partnership delivering expert fire safety solutions for NHS and other sectors. He ensures compliance on complex projects, advises nationally, and contributes to global fire safety leadership.

Craig is a senior mechanical engineer at CUH with deep expertise in systems maintenance, medical gases, and operational safety, contributing to healthcare infrastructure since 2011 with dedication and technical excellence.

With 15+ years in healthcare estates, Paul leads maintenance services and drives operational excellence, focusing on safety, carbon reduction, emergency preparedness, and digital asset management across NHS environments.

With 15+ years across the NHS, construction, and charity sectors, Ella brings a data-driven approach to streamlining operations, improving services, and delivering efficient, well-organised systems across diverse projects. She is currently Deputy Estates and Facilities Admin Manager at Somerset NHS Foundation Trust. 

Victoria has 20+ years in NHS, excelling as a manager in Estates and Facilities at Somerset NHS. She collaborates with clinical teams to ensure high-quality care and exceptional services.

Adam is the Engineering Development Manager at Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust and has 18+ years in construction and engineering, including 6 in the NHS. He’s passionate about compliant systems, driving efficiencies, and supporting innovation within healthcare engineering environments.

Director of Estates at Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust with 18+ years in the NHS, from apprentice electrician to strategic leadership. Passionate about high-performing teams, innovative estates solutions, and creating safe, efficient environments for staff and patients through compliance and quality.

After pivoting from finance to healthcare 25 years ago, Carrie-Ann has become a leading voice in NHS Estates and Facilities - now serving as Associate Director of EFM Business Performance, Governance & EBME at East Suffolk and North Essex NHS Foundation Trust.

Nicholas is a Senior Electrical Engineer and NHS Estates Officer, specialising in HV/LV systems, energy performance, and AI-driven automation. As an Authorised Person (HV/LV) at Somerset NHS Foundation Trust and Chair of the NHS Electrical Safety Group, he leads safety, innovation, and collaboration across NHS trusts.

With over 20 years in Estates and Facilities management, Alison specialises in governance, performance, and regulatory compliance. She leads EFCD Compliance and Business Management at UHS NHS FT, ensuring efficiency, high service standards, and strategic alignment.

Jonathan provides transformation, change management and business improvement support to improve value for money & efficiency for organisations and their supply chains. Jonathan has an MSc in Construction Innovation and helps clients focus on developing their processes to deliver service and cost improvement. Jonathan has lectured in innovation, lean methodologies, business improvement and modern methods of construction. 

John is an NHS Deputy Director of Estates & Facilities at TEWV and Chartered Engineer. He has over 20 years’ NHS experience in Estates and Facilities management. John also carries out Estates & Facilities compliance audits on internal and external sites, generates detailed reports and subsequent gap analysis / actions plans. He has extensive knowledge in engineering, decontamination, energy management, fire legislation and estates operational management.

John is a Estates Maintenance Manager, he has been working for the NHS for over 14 years starting as an electrician. He has gained a vast knowledge in running and maintaining a large Acute Hospital. 

As a Maintenance Officer at University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust, Rui is responsible for overseeing a maintenance team that includes assistants, technicians, and engineers. His role involves ensuring the effective operation and maintenance of the hospital's facilities and engineering services. This includes coordinating team members, managing maintenance activities, and ensuring compliance with relevant safety and technical standards. 

Paul is a Chartered Electrical Engineer with over 40 years’ experience in Building Services and Facilities Management across the UK and Europe. Awarded an MBE in 2021 for services to the NHS, he is a Past President of IHEEM, former National Chairman of HEFMA, and a Fellow of IET, IHEEM, and IWFM. After senior roles in multiple NHS trusts, including Executive Director of Estates & Facilities at East Suffolk and North Essex NHS Foundation Trust, he now leads PNFM Consulting, advising NHS and private sector clients. He is also Business Development Director for IHEEM and an Associate with Whiterock Services.