Facilities Team Leader

Job Title: Facilities Team Leader Location: Huddersfield Salary: £38 - £42kJob Type: Full-time, Permanent About Us:Our Client is a leading online retailer, known for delivering high-quality products across a range of categories. They are now looking for an experienced and proactive Facilities Team Leader to oversee operations at the Huddersfield HQ. This is an exciting opportunity to manage a multi-disciplinary team and contribute to the efficiency and safety of the facilities. Role Overview:As Facilities Team Leader, you will be responsible for the overall management of facilities operations across three key sites (although you will be based permanently at Huddersfield within only occasional day visits to other sites). You will lead a team of 5 Facilities Staff, coordinating both hard and soft FM services, ensuring the sites are maintained to the highest standards, and improving operational efficiency. You will oversee key aspects of FM, including PPM, maintenance, compliance, service delivery, and contractor management, driving continuous improvement in line with business goals. This is a hands‑on, proactive role, where you’ll be expected to manage both planned and reactive maintenance, conduct building inspections, and maintain effective relationships with internal stakeholders, contractors, and suppliers. Key Responsibilities: Facilities Operations Management: Oversee FM operations across three sites, managing both soft and hard FM services, and ensuring that facilities are maintained in optimal condition. Team Leadership: Lead and develop a team of 5 FM staff, providing guidance and support to improve efficiency and service delivery across all sites. Budget Management: Manage service charge and operational budgets, ensuring cost‑effective delivery of services while maintaining high standards. Achieve cost savings of up to 10% through effective budgeting and vendor management. Building Inspections & Maintenance: Conduct regular site inspections to identify defects and ensure timely resolution of maintenance issues within agreed SLAs. Oversee planned and reactive maintenance programs with a focus on compliance with health, safety, and fire regulations. Contractor & Supplier Management: Manage relationships with contractors, third‑party suppliers, and service providers (e.g., Mitie Service Lines) to ensure high‑quality service delivery and no policy breaches. Health & Safety Compliance: Ensure compliance with health, safety, fire regulations, and environmental standards, achieving 98% compliance in all areas. Strategic Alignment: Work closely with key stakeholders to align FM operations with broader business objectives and provide operational support to meet strategic goals. Safety Initiatives: Lead initiatives to improve site safety, including fire safety management, emergency response planning, and risk assessments. What We’re Looking For: Experience: Proven experience in facilities management, with the ability to lead a multi‑disciplinary team and oversee operations across multiple sites. Attention to Detail: Strong focus on identifying potential issues and resolving them proactively, ensuring all facilities are fit for purpose. Positive, Hands‑On Attitude: A can‑do attitude with the willingness to learn, adapt, and take on a wide range of responsibilities in a busy environment. Multitasking & Prioritisation: Ability to juggle multiple tasks and prioritise them effectively to meet deadlines and operational needs. Health & Safety Awareness: Strong knowledge of health, safety, and fire regulations, with a track record of maintaining high compliance standards. Leadership Skills: Experience leading a team, developing people, and improving service efficiency. Driving Requirement: Full UK driving license and ability to travel between sites weekly using the company's pool car. Additional Benefits: 20 days of annual leave + Bank Holidays. Staff discounts available after 3 months of employment. Healthcare benefits. Free car park at all sites. Working Hours:Mon - Fri Standard Office Hours How to Apply:If you’re a motivated, hands‑on Facilities Team Leader / Facilities or Assistant Facilities Manager looking for a new challenge, apply now with your CV and cover letter detailing your relevant experience. We look forward to hearing from you #J-18808-Ljbffr