Facilities Team Leader

ameygroupi; Framwellgate Moor; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Salary

Career Development

Fully Funded Training

24 Days Annual Leave

Generous Pension Scheme

Flexible Benefits Package

Retail and Lifestyle Discounts

Two Paid Social Impact Days

Family-Friendly Policies

Affinity Networks

On-Site Benefits

Job summary

Amey is offering a permanent Facilities Team Leader position at HMP Frankland, Brasside, Durham. You will lead a facilities team, ensure operational delivery, and uphold safety, security, and compliance across a high-profile MoJ account.

The role involves a 39-hour week on a rota basis, including one weekend in three with a 15% basic salary allowance. You will work with HMPPS and Amey to keep the estate safe and operational.

Qualifications

• Experience leading facilities teams in fast-paced environments.
• Strong health and safety knowledge and compliance.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management.
• Proficient IT skills with facilities management systems.
• Experience in estates or property management is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support delivery of facilities management services.
• Promote health, safety and security culture on site.
• Build relationships with HMPPS stakeholders.
• Monitor performance and drive service delivery improvements.
• Provide guidance to operational teams and promote a positive environment.
• Escalate risks and issues promptly with management teams.

Skills

Team Leadership

Health & Safety

Stakeholder Management

Excellent Communication

IT Proficiency

CAFM Systems

Tools

CAFM software

Reporting tools

Job description

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We are excited to offer a fantastic opportunity for a permanent Facilities Team Leader to join our team at HMP Frankland, Brasside, Durham (DH1 5YD). This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced facilities professional looking to take the next step in their leadership career within a critical public service environment.

Hours: 39 hours per week

Working on a rota basis, shifts are scheduled between:

• Monday to Friday: 07:30 - 16:30
• Saturday and Sunday: 08:00 - 16:00

The role includes working 1 in 3 weekends, with an additional allowance of 15% of basic salary.

Join Our Team

Join our supportive and inclusive team within the Ministry of Justice (MoJ) account, where you'll play a key role in delivering vital facilities management services that help keep one of the UK's most important public sector estates safe, secure and operational.

At Amey, we're proud to support His Majesty's Prison and Probation Service (HMPPS) by maintaining environments that are safe, compliant and fit for purpose. Through our facilities management expertise, we help keep more than 60 secure sites across England and Wales running effectively, ensuring essential services continue to make a positive difference to communities nationwide.

As a Facilities Team Leader, you'll lead by example, supporting operational delivery, driving compliance and helping your team deliver outstanding service in a challenging yet rewarding environment.

What You Will Do

• Lead and support the delivery of facilities management services, ensuring operational excellence and contractual compliance.
• Promote a strong health, safety and security culture across the site, ensuring best practice is consistently followed.
• Build effective relationships with HMPPS stakeholders, managing expectations and ensuring service requirements are met.
• Monitor performance and support the continuous improvement of service delivery standards.
• Provide guidance and direction to operational teams, helping to create a positive and productive working environment.
• Escalate risks, issues and opportunities promptly, ensuring swift resolution and effective communication with management teams.

What You Will Bring

• Proven ability to lead teams in a fast-paced operational environment while remaining calm under pressure.
• Strong understanding of health and safety legislation, compliance requirements and operational best practice.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Confident IT user with experience of facilities management systems and reporting tools.
• Previous experience within facilities, estates or property management environments.
• Facilities Management qualifications and/or IOSH certification would be advantageous.
• Experience using Computer-Aided Facilities Management (CAFM) systems is desirable.

Inclusive Hiring

We welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds and experiences.

If you have most, but not all, of the skills and experience listed, we would still encourage you to apply. We may be able to provide training and development to help you succeed in the role.

Please note thatPrison Security Clearance, including a Counter Terrorism Check (CTC) and Standard DBS check, will be required. Amey will support successful candidates throughout this process.

Why Join Amey?

At Amey, we deliver long-term contracts that provide stability and genuine career opportunities. As a Platinum Investors in People organisation, we are committed to helping our people develop, grow and thrive throughout their careers.

Whether you are looking to build on your existing experience, return to the workplace, or take the next step in your career, you'll find a supportive environment where your contribution is valued.

Our Benefits Include:

• Competitive Salarywith annual review opportunities.
• Career Developmentpathways into roles such as Facilities Team Leader and Site Manager.
• Fully Funded Trainingand leadership development programmes.
• 24 Days Annual Leaveplus bank holidays, with the option to purchase additional leave.
• Generous Pension Schemewith employer contributions.
• Flexible Benefits Package, including insurance options, Cycle2Work and discounted gym memberships.
• Retail and Lifestyle Discountsthrough our employee benefits portal.
• Two Paid Social Impact Dayseach year for volunteering and community activities.
• Family-Friendly Policiesthat support different life stages and caring responsibilities.
• Affinity Networksthat connect and support diverse communities across Amey.
• On-Site Benefits, including free parking, gym access and catering facilities.