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Facilities Team Leader
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.
Salary: £34,054 - £40,060 per annum
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.
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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.
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Please note that Prison 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 Salary with annual review opportunities.
- Career Development pathways into roles such as Facilities Team Leader and Site Manager.
- Fully Funded Training and leadership development programmes.
- 24 Days Annual Leave plus bank holidays, with the option to purchase additional leave.
- Generous Pension Scheme with employer contributions.
- Flexible Benefits Package, including insurance options, Cycle2Work and discounted gym memberships.
- Retail and Lifestyle Discounts through our employee benefits portal.
- Two Paid Social Impact Days each year for volunteering and community activities.
- Family-Friendly Policies that support different life stages and caring responsibilities.
- Affinity Networks that connect and support diverse communities across Amey.
- On-Site Benefits, including free parking, gym access and catering facilities.
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