Facilities Management Team Manager Newton Aycliffe

Summary

£66,000- £94,000 per annum | 30-35 days’ holiday (pro rata) | 10% in-store discount | Pension scheme | Company Car

Everyone who works at Lidl brings something unique to the table - but we also have a whole lot in

common. We’re curious, collaborative and ready to make a tangible impact on where we work.

Just like you.

As a Lidl Regional Facilities Team Manager, you’ll manage the upkeep of the existing portfolio of properties for the Facilities area of both stores, warehouse and canteen of the Newton Aycliffe region. From negotiations to developing your team, you’ll be at the heart of Lidl operations and passionate about delivering the best customer experience. You’ll also have a keen eye for data and a strong ability to present to senior management.

In return, we’ll give you a competitive salary based on equal opportunity and pay structures, as well as a generous benefits package designed to support your well-being and life outside of Lidl.

We’re proud to be a diverse, secure and fast-growing business, so we’ll make sure you have access to the right training and real opportunities to build your career as well.

What you'll do

• Responsible for a regional maintenance team to deliver effective maintenance of the Lidl property portfolio. Responsible for recruitment, personnel management, and development of the team


• Managing the outsourced and/or in-house mobile Maintenance Operative team’s workload and deployment (weekly, monthly, annual planning) in addition to their KPIs, vehicles, tools etc.


• Ensuring legal and operational compliance, through the implementation of safety inspections


• Managing maintenance reporting, as well as compliance with ordering and invoicing procedures


• Controlling regional maintenance costs and budget planning and delivering to set KPIs


• Responsible for the selection and appointment of external suppliers, including running and participating in the negotiation / tendering of contracts, to ensure cost effective supply of all services


• Ongoing performance management of suppliers and analysis of on-going expenditure costs / savings


• Developing and presenting concepts to senior management

What you'll need

• Team management experience is essential


• Must have strong Facilities or Estate Management experience ideally from a fast-paced environment


• Ability to handle large amounts of data and present these succinctly on a monthly basis to senior management.


• Knowledge of CAFM System (e.g. IMS) would be advantageous


• Experience working with suppliers, contract management and tendering


• Excellent organisation skills with a keen eye for detail


• The ability to manage multiple complex projects concurrently within tight deadlines


• Excellent stakeholder management skills and experience of presenting to senior management


• Proactive, motivated and driven


• Strong computer skills, including Word, Power point and Excel


• Full valid driving license


• Willingness to travel up to 40% with the occasional overnight stay

What you'll receive

• 30-35 days holiday (pro rata)


• Company Car


• 10% in-store discount


• Ongoing training


• Enhanced family leave


• Pension scheme


• Plus, more of the perks you deserve

We value diversity, equity, and inclusion, welcoming applicants from all backgrounds. Join us to celebrate individuality and grow in a fair, respectful, and inclusive environment.

Disclaimer: due to the high volume of applications we receive, we reserve the right to close a vacancy earlier than the advertised date. This is to ensure our teams can manage application levels while maintaining a positive candidate experience. Once a vacancy has closed, we are unable to consider further applications, so please submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.

If you’re ready to get stuck in, want to get more out of your career and make a real difference, find your place at Lidl and apply now.