Title:  Facilities Manager

Job Overview

Shape the future of facilities management across a critical national logistics network

We’re looking for an experienced Facilities Manager to lead the strategic and operational management of outsourced facilities management services across LKQ’s National Distribution Centres, primarily based at our Tamworth distribution centres, with oversight of our Dublin operation and future strategic sites.

This is a high-impact role where you’ll ensure our distribution centres remain safe, compliant, operationally resilient, and cost-effective, supporting the uninterrupted flow of goods across a fast-paced logistics network. You’ll be the key facilities partner to our operations teams, driving supplier performance, asset reliability, compliance, sustainability, and continuous improvement.

What we offer

• Competitive Salary – We regularly review our salaries to keep your earnings competitive.
• Enhanced Annual Leave (Including Bank Holidays) – Enjoy a great work-life balance with plenty of time off to recharge.
• Exciting Career Growth – Unlock personal development and career opportunities across the UK & Europe.
• Life Assurance for Peace of Mind – Providing financial security for you and your loved ones.
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme – Confidential support for you and your family, whenever you need it.
• Exclusive Gym Discounts – Stay fit and healthy with reduced memberships at top health clubs.
• Comprehensive Healthcare Perks – Access an online GP, a hospital plan, and other wellness benefits.
• Cycle to Work Scheme – Save money while staying active with tax-free bike purchases.
• Retail & Staff Discounts – Enjoy exclusive savings on popular brands and products.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement the FM strategy across the National Distribution Centre portfolio.
• Partner with Operations, Supply Chain, Property, and Finance teams to support business growth and operational resilience.
• Lead long-term asset lifecycle planning and infrastructure investment programmes.
• Drive innovation, process improvement, automation, and technology adoption within FM operations.
• Deliver sustainability and energy management initiatives aligned to corporate ESG objectives.
• Support site expansions, refurbishments, and infrastructure projects from an FM perspective.
• Produce strategic reporting for senior leadership on risks, supplier performance, investment requirements, and improvement opportunities.

• Manage integrated FM contracts covering both hard and soft services.
• Monitor supplier performance against SLAs and KPIs with a focus on operational continuity.
• Lead supplier performance reviews and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Manage contract tenders, renewals, variations, and service scope changes.

• Oversee planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and reactive maintenance across critical assets:
• Minimise operational disruption through effective maintenance planning.
• Lead the response to major facilities incidents and ensure rapid resolution.

• Ensure full statutory compliance across the portfolio.
• Oversee contractor safety, permits, inductions, audits, and risk management processes.

• Manage FM operating budgets and capital expenditure plans.
• Identify and deliver cost efficiencies without compromising operational performance.

Skills and Experience

You’ll be an experienced facilities management professional with a strong background in industrial, logistics, or distribution environments, combining strategic thinking with operational excellence.

You’ll bring:

• Significant experience managing outsourced FM contracts within large-scale industrial or logistics operations.
• Strong knowledge of hard FM services and critical asset maintenance.
• Experience developing and implementing FM strategies.
• A solid understanding of asset lifecycle management, capital planning, and business continuity.
• Knowledge of statutory compliance requirements and health & safety regulations.
• Experience delivering sustainability and energy management initiatives.
• Excellent commercial awareness, budget management, and supplier negotiation skills.
• The ability to influence senior stakeholders and drive cross-functional collaboration.
• Experience managing geographically dispersed sites and service providers.

Qualifications

• IWFM qualification (or equivalent)
• IOSH or NEBOSH qualification
• Engineering, Building Services, or Facilities Management background

Why Work for LKQ

This is an opportunity to take ownership of facilities management across some of the most critical sites in our logistics network. You’ll have the chance to influence strategy, improve operational resilience, drive sustainability, and make a tangible impact on business performance.

If you’re ready to lead facilities management in a fast-paced, business-critical environment, we’d love to hear from you.