We’d love to hear from you if you’re: experienced in managing facilities, or supervising, and looking to develop your career keenly interested in looking after buildings and assets to a high standard skilled in managing relations with contractors focused on detail, especially to do with health and safety and compliance knowledgeable of environmental and climate initiatives able to manage large maintenance budgets and make sure projects run smoothly. Facilities ManagerMount Stewart is a place that has been touched by the various generations who have loved it. Whilst always respecting the past and finding inspiration from its history, Mount Stewart has been unafraid of change throughout the generations, endeavouring to remain relevant in modern times.We welcome around 220,000 visitors a year and have ambitions to grow our appeal further. Click here for more information about Mount Stewart. Mount Stewart is part of the East Down Property Group. We are also responsible for caring for over 5,000 hectares of coast and countryside in and around the Strangford Lough and the Ards Peninsula, one of only three designated Marine Nature Reserves in the United Kingdom. Click here for more information about Strangford Lough and its environs.Over 100 staff members and 250 volunteers across East Down have a shared sense of purpose in caring for these wonderful places together, providing a wide range of public benefit to our visitors and local communities.As our Facilities Manager, with a keen eye for detail, high standards and a good understanding of contractor management, you'll be leading all planned preventative, reactive and small projects across the estate. You'll also be involved in the day-to-day running of capital works projects.You will be invested in your team, regularly sharing your knowledge and experience with others and will be committed to team learning and development, as well as your own. You'll lead and manage the facilities team of 3 people, who are responsible for maintaining high standards throughout all areas visited by people, including staff and volunteers.You’ll also form strong links with your fellow heads of department, and work together to improve things and use resources efficiently. You’ll be part of the duty manager team, which means that you’ll be on a rota as an occasional duty manager.The National Trust has the motto ‘For everyone, for ever’ at its heart. We’re working hard to create an inclusive culture, where everyone feels they belong. It’s important that our people reflect and represent the diversity of the communities and audiences we serve. We welcome and value difference, so when we say we’re for everyone, we want everyone to be welcome in our teams too.• Substantial pension scheme of up to 10% basic salary• Free entry to National Trust places for you, a guest and your children (under 18)• Rental deposit loan scheme• Season ticket loan• EV car lease scheme • Perks at work discounts such as gym memberships, shopping discount codes, cinema discounts• Holiday allowance up to 32 days relating to length of service, plus holiday purchase scheme, subject to meeting minimum criteria.• Flexible working whenever possible• Employee assistance programme• Free parking at most Trust places Click here to find out more about the benefits we offer to support you. NIJobsClosing Date: 08 June 2025 Interview Date: 17 June 2025To apply for this vacancy simply click the 'apply' button in the top right hand side of the page.If you need any help with your application, i.e. due to technical difficulties, please call us on 0370 240 0274 or email us at recruitmentenquiries@nationaltrust.org.ukIf you require an adjustment to the application process, for example due to disability or medical condition, please call us on 0370 240 0274 or email us at adjustments@nationaltrustjobs.org.uk and we'll support you as best as we can. For examples of how, please see our supporting you page.Equal Opportunities Statement The National Trust celebrates diversity and is committed to creating a fair and equal society, free from discrimination. You can read more about our commitment to inclusion and diversity here. Safeguarding Statement The National Trust is committed to a safe recruitment processes to help the organisation attract and appoint the right staff/volunteer for the role and responsibilities as set out in the vacancy advert. We will not accept applicants who are not suitable to work with children, young people or adults at risk. If you have any questions around your suitability for this vacancy, please contact the people service centre. Please note we reserve the right to close this advert early and therefore we encourage you to apply for this position early. 164410IRC164410NewtownardsPermanent f/t (37.5 hrs pw)Ends: Jun 8th 177.4 mi from MiddlesbroughWe’re looking for a Facilities Manager to join the team at Mount Stewart, to help us manage and care for one of the most exceptional properties in the ownership of the National Trust. While based at Mount Stewart, the role holder will also have responsibility for facilities management for other nearby National Trust places.Mount Stewart, Portaferry Road, Newtownards, BT22 2ADCompliance.Eligibility to Work in the UK30,966 pa