National Property Assistant

The scale of property projects we're undertaking is huge. And you'll be the one to keep us in check.

Assisting with the administration and control on the construction of large projects, identifying opportunities for new stores or managing the existing store estate. Whatever the task, you'll put your all into it.

We do things our own way at Aldi. But whatever we're doing, we must be getting it right. With a wave of impressive sales figures behind us, we're opening new stores at lightning speed. It means our property teams are always kept on their toes.

The Property Team requires a Real Estate Assistant to work in our refrigeration team. You’ll be helping with the exciting development and expansion of the Refrigeration, Mechanical and Electrical disciplines within the Aldi Property Estate. The team is also responsible for National Projects in all regions and we are looking for an excellent individual with experience in engineering and/or project management.

This is a fantastic opportunity for you to develop within the business and play a key part in shaping the future of Aldi globally. Ready for more? Apply to join #TeamAldi today!

Your New Role

To provide operational and administrative support to the Technical Services team including taking responsibility for the administration and delivery of projects, maintenance and the realisation of cost savings through the development of our store specification.

The role requires experience in an administration or analytical role whilst experience in either project or maintenance roles would be beneficial. Strong inter-personal and communication skills are also required as the role involves regular engagement with a broad range of internal and external stakeholders.

The role will entail the management and administration of the following activities:

• Provide organisational and administrative support to the National Property Manager and wider team.
• Monitoring, managing and reporting of BMS systems, SAP and CAFM systems.
• Day to day troubleshooting of facility management platforms.
• Drive the development of facility management platforms.
• Remotely monitor stores set points and parameters then update and advise Regions accordingly.
• User access and management to online platforms.
• Prepare, analyse, and create reports and presentation when required, using a combination of Excel, Powerpoint, Word and property management platforms.
• Manage automated reports on asset movements, energy usage, alarms, and set points.
• Diary management.
• Monitor the National Refrigeration inbox.
• Prepare and create memos and minutes.
• Organise and lead events such as training workshops or review meetings.
• Coordinate, manage, monitor and report on National contractor performance (KPI’s), standards, compliance and projects.
• Process invoices, and associated documents in accordance with departmental processes.
• Financial forecasting and planning.
• Ensure the electronic filing of documents, including scanning of documents and upload of information on to asset management software.
• Collate, manipulate and analyse complex data.
• Day to day management or interaction with external contractors or consultants.

About You

• Office management / Office administration
• Negotiation and Contracting
• Contract and supplier management
• Able to build strong internal and external relationships
• Advanced Microsoft Excel
• Data analysis
• Strong numerical skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Tracking of budgets and expenditure
• Able to work to tight deadlines and flexible to business requirements
• Able to plan ahead

What You’ll get in Return

• Salary starting from £34,690 rising to £40,510
• Monday to Friday, 8am to 4:30pm, with the opportunity of 2 days a week remote working
• 5 weeks’ annual leave plus Bank Holidays
• In office flexi-time
• Full training provided
• Pension scheme
• Private employee medical insurance after 4 years
• Company sick pay scheme
• Company maternity, paternity and adoption leave pay after 2 years
• Long service rewards
• Access to MyBenefits, where you can find a wide range of benefits, including our bike to work scheme, shopping and cinema discounts, health cash plan, a FREE will, travel and discounted gym memberships, as well as a host of benefits to support your financial and wellbeing needs.
• Access to a free,24/7, confidential virtual GP service for all Aldi Colleagues and their children (under the age of 16)

Aldi is an equal opportunities employer. We’re committed to maintaining a diverse and inclusive workforce and are dedicated to promoting a culture of inclusion, providing an environment in which collaboration, respect and fairness are essential. We value diversity and are dedicated to treating all of our colleagues and prospective colleagues fairly and with respect.

If you’re ready to join a forward thinking business with a focus on your development as well as the business’, apply today!