Facilities Co-ordinator - Ophthalmic

Vision Express; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading eyewear specialist is seeking a Facilities Coordinator – Ophthalmic Specialist to manage installations and relationships to ensure high standards in clinical operations. This part-time role, based in Nottingham, entails balancing multiple priorities, working collaboratively with suppliers, and having a proactive mindset in facilities management. An attractive benefits package is offered, which includes annual leave, health benefits, and more.

Benefits

Competitive benefits package

Free annual eyewear

33 days annual leave

Flexible health benefits

Employee Assistance Programme

Free parking

Gymflex

Dining Cards

Cycle to Work Scheme

Qualifications

• Organised and adaptable with strong administrative skills.
• Experience in managing budgets and procurement processes.
• Knowledge of asset or facilities management in a clinical setting.

Responsibilities

• Ensure continuity and efficiency across ophthalmic equipment and facilities.
• Balance multiple priorities in a dynamic environment.
• Work with suppliers and stakeholders to deliver exceptional service.

Skills

Organisational skills

Budget management

Supplier management

Stakeholder engagement

Proactive planning

Job description

Facilities Coordinator – Ophthalmic Specialist (18.75 Hours per week)

Location: Store Support Centre, Ruddington, Nottingham (with potential travel across sites)

Step into a role that’s more than just coordination—it’s about making a real impact on clinical operations and ensuring the highest standards of care. As a Facilities Coordinator – Ophthalmic Specialist, you’ll be at the heart of our technical and clinical infrastructure, managing installations, maintenance, and supplier relationships to keep everything running smoothly.

Why This Role?

• Operational Impact - Play a key role in ensuring continuity and efficiency across ophthalmic equipment and facilities.
• Variety & Challenge - Balance multiple priorities, from procurement to maintenance planning, in a dynamic environment.
• Collaboration - Work closely with suppliers, stakeholders, and internal teams to deliver exceptional service.

If you’re organised, proactive, and thrive on problem-solving, this is your opportunity to make a difference.

What’s in It for You

• Competitive benefits package including pension and life assurance
• Free annual eyewear from day one and discounts for friends and family
• 33 days annual leave (increasing with service) plus options to buy or sell holiday
• Flexible health benefits: Health Cash Plan, Dental Cover, Critical Illness, and more
• Employee Assistance Programme for confidential support
• Free parking at our Store Support Centre
• Opportunities to make a difference through the OneSight EssilorLuxottica Foundation
• Lifestyle perks: Gymflex, Dining Cards, Cycle to Work Scheme, and more

What We’re Looking For

• Organised and adaptable with strong administrative skills
• Commercially aware with experience in managing budgets and procurement processes
• Skilled in stakeholder engagement and supplier management
• Knowledge of asset or facilities management, ideally in a clinical or technical setting
• Proactive mindset with the ability to plan and deliver installation schedules effectively

About Us

We’re Vision Express, part of the EssilorLuxottica family—the global leader in eyewear design and distribution. With over 550 stores across the UK and Ireland, we’re home to iconic brands like Ray‑Ban, Oakley, Costa, Vogue Eyewear, Persol, and Oliver Peoples.

Ready to take on a role that keeps everything running seamlessly? Let’s make it happen.

We are Pioneers bringing heritage into the future

We’re deeply rooted in our legacy – proud of where we came from, yet always innovating and improving the rules of the eyewear and eyecare game. We never stop learning, nor would we want to. We see our search for innovative solutions as an ongoing journey, not a destination. We’re curious – keeping up, gathering insight, and thinking about where we can go next.

We’re thrilled that you’re considering applying to work with us. As a first step, you’ll need to submit your online application via our careers site. That’s when we review your application against role requirements. Unsuccessful applications will be informed by email.

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