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Client Local Authority in Newham Job Title Leasehold Programme Manager Pay Rate 53,373 per anum Hours 36 Hours a week(Mon-Fri)9AM-5PM Duration 18 Month Fixed Term Contract Location HYBRID WORKING-2-3 Days in Dockside office,newham Description 1. Purpose of the Role To lead the dedicated Leaseholder Engagement Team responsible for delivering the engagement, communications, consultation, and enforcement-support functions of the Council's Flat Entrance Door (FED) Programme of Replacement across approximately 7,267 leasehold properties Key Responsibilities Programme Coordination and Planning Lead the planning and delivery of the FED Programme engagement workstream, ensuring alignment with overall programme milestones Develop and maintain the programme engagement plan, including phased rollout across high-rise, medium-rise, and low-rise stock Coordinate the team's activities to ensure efficient caseload management across 7,267 properties Monitor programme progress and report monthly to the FED Programme Board on KPIs, risks, and issues Team Management and Supervision Line manage three Leasehold Engagement Officers, including recruitment, induction, supervision, and performance management Allocate caseloads and monitor individual officer workloads to ensure equitable distribution and timely delivery Provide coaching, guidance, and support to team members on complex cases and difficult conversations Conduct regular 1:1 supervision meetings and team meetings to maintain communication and morale Section 20 Consultation Management Oversee the Section 20 consultation process, ensuring all statutory requirements and timescales are met Quality-assure all S20 documentation (Notice of Intention, Notice of Estimates, notification of award) before issue Liaise with Legal Services to ensure consultation materials are legally compliant and defensible Manage the processing of leaseholder observations and contractor nominations Escalation and Complex Case Management Act as the escalation point for complex, disputed, or sensitive cases requiring senior decision-making Handle complaints and formal representations from leaseholders or their representatives Liaise with Legal Services on potential FTT challenges and enforcement proceedings Make decisions on self-replacement opt-out applications where compliance with specification is uncertain Enforcement Protocol Oversight Oversee the initiation of the graduated enforcement protocol (Stages 1-4A) for non-participating leaseholders Ensure adequate evidence and documentation is compiled to support enforcement action Coordinate with Legal Services on breach notices, Section 146 notices, and forfeiture proceedings Essential Criteria Substantial experience in leasehold management, housing management, or a related field Proven experience of managing and supervising a team in a high-volume, target-driven environment Strong knowledge of the Landlord and Tenant Act 1985, including Section 20 consultation requirements Experience of managing statutory consultation processes with strict legal timescales Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to explain complex issues clearly Adecco acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer. By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Adecco. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement explaining how we will use your information is available on our website.

We're recruiting an experienced and motivated Anti-Social Behaviour (ASB) Officer. This is a key role within Housing Management services, responsible for addressing anti-social behaviour, improving quality of life for residents, and helping to build safer communities. You'll be working at the heart of neighbourhood services, taking ownership of complex ASB cases, supporting residents, and working with partners to deliver positive outcomes. The successful candidate would need to be in the office 4 days a week, with 1 day working from home. The Role Take ownership of and investigate a caseload of ASB reports, acting as the single point of contact for residents. Support both victims and perpetrators, taking prompt enforcement or preventative action, and working with partner agencies where appropriate. Prepare and present cases for legal proceedings, ensuring sufficient evidence is gathered and supporting witnesses in Court. Ensure safeguarding concerns are addressed as part of a multi-agency approach, contributing to long-term solutions for affected residents. Contribute to estate action plans and design-out-crime initiatives to reduce nuisance, environmental crime, and ASB. Support delivery of the ASB communications strategy, raising awareness with colleagues, residents, and key partners. Develop initiatives to reduce and prevent ASB, tailored to estate profiles and key issues, with a focus on resident satisfaction. Respond to Members' Enquiries and complaints linked to ASB cases, ensuring clear, empathetic communication. Contribute to upskilling Neighbourhood Management teams through best practice sharing, learning sessions, and joint working. Key Requirements Professional qualification relevant to ASB and housing or significant experience within social housing and ASB. Strong knowledge of housing legislation, landlord obligations, and ASB legal tools. Experience preparing and presenting cases in Court, including knowledge of civil proceedings. Demonstrable experience of working in housing, delivering services to residents, and managing ASB cases. Excellent customer service and communication skills, with the ability to support vulnerable residents. Organised and able to manage a varied workload, prioritising effectively to meet deadlines. Experience of working within a local authority or housing provider, including engaging with Councillors, MPs, and other stakeholders. Confident IT user with proficiency in Microsoft Office. What you need to do now If you are interested in this role and meet the criteria above, please click APPLY NOW and send us your application today. If you do not hear from us within 48 hours of applying, your application has been unsuccessful. Footnote If you feel that this job matches your skills but not the rate, location, or seniority, please feel free to send us your CV anyway. We constantly recruit for similar roles across all levels, UK-wide, and would be pleased to speak with you confidentially about your employment status. Even if you're currently satisfied in your role, we welcome calls from housing professionals looking to make future connections. Our specialist team at Carrington West has over 100 years of combined experience in this market. For more information, call Zubair at Carrington West on (phone number removed). By applying for this position, you agree for Carrington West to hold and process your personal data in accordance with our Data Protection Policy. Your data will only be shared with third-party clients for roles relevant to your application. You may withdraw consent at any time by contacting us.

Building Control Officer Annual Salary: £23.69 per hour Location: Blackpool (Remote with required site visits and occasional office attendance) Job Type: Full-time Join our Building Control service in Blackpool, a key player in driving quality development through major initiatives. This role offers a unique opportunity to gain extensive experience in a diverse range of activities. Day-to-day of the role: Manage a caseload of domestic and general non-domestic projects, taking enforcement action as necessary. Conduct site inspections and liaise with relevant organisations and consultees. Undertake site inspections related to dangerous structures and instruct necessary remedial actions where necessary. Prepare case files for enforcement or other legal actions to maintain compliance with Building Regulations and the Building Act 1984. Required Skills & Qualifications: Registered with Building Safety Regulator as minimum Class 2E (Assessment & Inspection). Full membership in CABE, RICS, or MCIOB. Minimum of 5 years' experience in the building control sector. Detailed knowledge of building construction and excellent knowledge of Building Regulations. Full driving licence and access to a car. Benefits: Competitive hourly rate of £23.69. Opportunities for professional development and gaining wide-ranging experience. Flexible working arrangements with remote options and necessary site visits.

Estate Manager Wandsworth SW18 1HR Public Sector - Local Authority Full time - Mon-Fri, 36 hours per week Temporary role - 3 months with likely extension 21.70 per hour PAYE / 28.29 per hour Umbrella To manage approximately 750 properties and deal with a wide range of tenancy and leasehold issues. Specific Duties: 1.Responsible to the Area Housing Manager through the Senior Estate Manager for the day-to-day management and routine repair of a group of dwellings within the Area. 2. Provides the main point of contact with tenants and leaseholders by receiving and acting upon tenants and leaseholders' complaints and enquires. Carries out inspections of individual properties as well as internal and external communal areas of blocks and estates, making recommendations for improvements as necessary. 3. Responsible for prioritising own workload, dealing with enquiries and requests on management and repair matters in accordance with established policies and procedures. As the first and primary point of contact, is required to be highly conversant and comply with relevant legislation and case law, imparting the information to tenants, residents and leaseholders as required. 4. Investigates and recommends management transfers, discretionary tenancies, succession requests and prepares reports for Area Housing Manager/ Deputy Area Housing Manager where appropriate. Liaises with internal and external agencies in respect of vulnerable residents with mental or physical health issues or social difficulties. Attends and presents at case conferences such as Community Multi Agency Risk Assessment Panel or Team Around the Child regarding high risk or complex cases. 5. Issues repair orders in accordance with Council procedures; carries out post- inspections and the checking of invoices. Processes variation orders and resolves disputes regarding invoices. Responsible for ensuring appropriate security measures are taken for all vacant properties in their patch. 6. Assesses whether permission should be given to tenants and leaseholders to carry out alterations/improvements in accordance with Council policy and detailed procedures/ stringent time limits. Investigates unauthorised alterations and takes appropriate enforcement action to remedy breaches of tenancy/lease terms. Investigates breaches by Leaseholders of HMO Regulations. 7. Responsible for full and appropriate investigation of routine and non-routine complex cases of antisocial behaviour, including all reports of hate crime; ensures all cases are progressed in accordance with policy and procedure. Keeps the NPS anti-social behaviour database fully updated. Initiates mediation where possible and takes enforcement action for breach of lease/tenancy agreements where appropriate. 8. Responsible for investigating, and taking appropriate action on complaints from residents, elected Members of Parliament and ward Councillors. 9. Responsible for processing Flexible Fixed Term Tenancies Reviews in accordance with policy and detailed procedure, adhering to stringent time limits. Ensures that timely responses are provided to leasehold Pre-Assignment Queries and Right to Buy tenancy and occupancy checks to ensure compliance with the statutory time frame and prevent compensatory payments by the Council. 10. Assists the Resident Participation Officer in maintaining positive liaison with existing tenant, resident/ leaseholder associations/ forum meetings as directed by the Area Housing Manager. Assists where appropriate in the formation of new associations and attends relevant evening meetings/ weekend social events. 11. Attends Court routinely on housing management cases, gas safety injunction cases, unauthorised occupants, and squatters; also arranges and attends subsequent evictions. Attends evictions for rent arrears and unauthorised occupation and executes gas safety injunction orders. 12. Calculates charges for major works and consults with leaseholders in accordance with relevant legislation including the preparation of consultation letters, subsequent negotiations with leaseholders and liaison with other sections of the department and other Council departments. Similarly advises leaseholders on matters relating to routine service charges/major works: answers service charge enquiries within timescales laid down in the Leaseholder's Charter. 13. Responsible for undertaking fire safety checks, particularly of leasehold property front entrance doors to ensure compliance with fire regulations and specific lease terms. Makes sure buildings are compliant with fire safety regulations by ensuring that communal areas are clear. Initiates and progresses enforcement action for breach of lease if warranted. Adecco acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. 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We're recruiting an experienced Housing Manager to join a local authority on a 12-month contract, stepping into a key leadership position within the housing service. This is an urgent requirement due to a departing manager and offers the opportunity to take ownership of a high-performing team, managing both operational delivery and strategic oversight across housing management functions. This is a community-based role with a strong on-site presence. The Role Lead and manage housing management services across tenancy, estates and resident services, ensuring effective and compliant service delivery. Manage complex tenancy issues including escalations, breaches, ASB cases and enforcement action in line with legislation and policy. Handle formal complaints and ensure timely, professional and customer-focused responses. Provide day-to-day leadership, guidance and support to frontline housing staff, driving performance and consistency. Oversee rent collection and income-related activity, supporting teams to manage arrears effectively. Manage estates services including grounds maintenance and contractor performance. Develop, manage and monitor Service Level Agreements and contracts to drive service improvement. Lead on tenancy fraud investigations and ensure appropriate action is taken. Monitor service performance, identify areas for improvement and implement solutions to enhance delivery. Ensure all services are delivered in line with organisational objectives, housing legislation and best practice. Key Requirements Strong experience within housing management at a senior or managerial level. Proven experience managing complex tenancy issues, ASB and complaints. Ability to operate both strategically and operationally within a housing service. Strong leadership skills with experience supporting and developing teams. Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills. Experience managing estates services and contractor performance. Experience developing and managing SLAs and driving service improvements. Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle. CIH Level 4 (or equivalent) or demonstrable equivalent experience. What You Need to Do Now If you are interested in this role and meet the criteria above, please click APPLY NOW and send us your application today. If you do not hear from us within 48 hours of applying, your application has been unsuccessful. Footnote If you feel that this job matches your skills but not the rate, location or seniority, please feel free to send us your CV anyway. We constantly recruit for similar roles across all levels, UK-wide, and would be pleased to speak with you confidentially about your employment status. Even if you're currently satisfied in your role, we welcome calls from Housing Managers, Housing Officers and Housing professionals looking to make future connections. Our specialist team at Carrington West has over 100 years of combined experience in housing recruitment. For more information, call Zubair at Carrington West on(phone number removed). By applying for this position, you agree for Carrington West to hold and process your personal data in accordance with our Data Protection Policy. Your data will only be shared with third-party clients for roles relevant to your application. You may withdraw consent at any time by contacting us.

We're recruiting an experienced Head of Revenues and Benefits to lead a high-performing local authority service, overseeing the full scope of statutory Revenues and Benefits functions including Council Tax, Business Rates, Housing Benefits and income collection. This is a senior leadership role with a strong focus on the Collection Fund, system re-procurement and service transformation. The successful candidate will act as the Council's lead expert on Revenues and Benefits legislation, advising senior leadership and driving performance, compliance and financial stability across a large and complex service. The Role - Lead and manage the Council's Revenues and Benefits service, overseeing c135 staff across multiple teams delivering Council Tax, Business Rates, Housing Benefits and income collection services. - Take strategic responsibility for the Collection Fund, ensuring effective billing, collection and financial control across Council Tax (c£200m) and Business Rates (c£65m). - Oversee the administration and delivery of Housing Benefits (c£100m) and Council Tax Support, ensuring support is targeted to vulnerable residents and statutory requirements are met. - Lead on sundry debt recovery (c£20m), developing and implementing debt strategies to maximise collection and manage recovery processes. - Oversee the administration of discretionary schemes including hardship payments, crisis grants and other financial support mechanisms. - Ensure compliance with all relevant legislation, government policy and regulatory requirements across Revenues and Benefits services. - Act as the Council's lead advisor to senior leadership, including the s151 Officer, on all Revenues and Benefits matters, strategy and performance. - Lead on system re-procurement and digital transformation, ensuring systems support efficient, automated and customer-focused service delivery. - Oversee customer access channels including online, contact centre, face-to-face and correspondence, ensuring a high-quality resident experience. - Manage enforcement activity including recovery processes, court action and bailiff engagement where required. - Lead financial monitoring, forecasting and reporting, supporting budget management, audit requirements and government returns. - Develop and embed performance frameworks to monitor productivity, mitigate risk, prevent fraud and drive continuous service improvement. - Build and maintain strong internal and external partnerships, representing the Council at senior level and driving collaborative working. - Promote a culture of continuous improvement, learning and innovation to enhance service delivery and resident outcomes. - Deputise for senior leadership and contribute to corporate priorities, strategy and cross-council initiatives. Key Requirements - Extensive experience operating at senior level within a Revenues and Benefits service in a local authority or similar environment. - Strong expertise in Council Tax, Business Rates, Housing Benefits and income collection, including Collection Fund management. - Proven experience leading large, multi-disciplinary teams and delivering high-performing services. - Strong understanding of relevant legislation, regulation and government policy relating to Revenues and Benefits. - Experience overseeing or leading system implementation or re-procurement within a Revenues and Benefits environment. - Demonstrable experience improving collection rates, service performance and customer outcomes. - Strong financial acumen with experience managing large budgets, forecasting and audit processes. - Experience managing complex stakeholder relationships, including senior leadership, members and external partners. - Excellent leadership, communication and strategic thinking skills. - Ability to drive service transformation, innovation and continuous improvement. What You Need to Do Now If you are interested in this role and meet the criteria above, please click APPLY NOW and send us your application today. If you do not hear from us within 48 hours of applying, your application has been unsuccessful. Footnote If you feel that this job matches your skills but not the rate, location or seniority, please feel free to send us your CV anyway. We constantly recruit for similar roles across all levels, UK-wide, and would be pleased to speak with you confidentially about your employment status. Even if you're currently satisfied in your role, we welcome calls from Revenues and Benefits professionals, Heads of Service and Income specialists looking to make future connections. Our specialist team at Carrington West has over 100 years of combined experience in housing recruitment. For more information, call Zubair at Carrington West on (phone number removed). 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Senior Enforcement Officer - Safer Estates Location: St. Helens / Warrington / Liverpool Salary: 39,743 per annum Contract: 6-month fixed-term We are currently recruiting for an experienced and driven Senior Enforcement Officer to join the Safer Estates team within a respected housing organisation. This is a 6-month fixed-term role focused on managing anti-social behaviour (ASB) cases and supporting the delivery of a high-quality enforcement service to residents. About the Role: As Senior Enforcement Officer, you will play a lead role in overseeing the allocation and progression of ASB cases across the Safer Estates team. You will audit and monitor workloads, provide support on complex issues, and help maintain service standards across the business. This is a key leadership position involving cross-functional collaboration and external stakeholder engagement. Key Responsibilities: Allocate ASB cases and monitor team workloads to ensure timely, effective resolution Conduct regular audits and quality checks on case management Support staff with complex or sensitive cases, providing guidance on legal frameworks and internal policies Liaise with departments and partner agencies to enhance service delivery and community outcomes Manage team performance through one-to-ones, coaching, and development plans Support legal processes by preparing accurate documentation, notices, and evidence Generate performance reports from the QL Housing Management system Attend multi-agency meetings and represent the organisation externally where required Requirements: Proven experience managing ASB cases and knowledge of relevant policies and legislation Strong leadership skills, including team management and performance oversight Experience working in a customer-facing or housing enforcement environment Ability to analyse workloads, identify service improvements, and implement effective solutions Confident communicator, capable of building relationships with internal and external stakeholders Competent in report writing and data analysis using housing management systems (preferably QL) Experience preparing legal documents related to enforcement and tenancy breaches Pre-Employment Checks: Right to work verification Reference checks Qualification verification Occupational health questionnaire DBS check (if required for the role) Completion of new starter documentation This is a great opportunity to join a professional and collaborative team committed to safer communities and excellent service standards. If you are passionate about housing enforcement and supporting neighbourhoods to thrive, we want to hear from you. If you are interested, please get in touch today with our specialist Georgia on (phone number removed) / (phone number removed) Building Careers UK are specialist in Construction & Property recruitment. BCUK acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found on our website. INDC

A local authority based in Nuneaton are looking for a Senior Technical Officer to join their team. This is an ongoing temporary contract. The main purpose of the role is to deliver a private sector housing standards inspection and improvements service to comply with the council's statutory duties and policies. Undertaking the statutory Housing Health and Safety Ratings assessment to determine the most appropriate enforcement measure to employ. Ensuring licensable and non licensable HMO's meet relevant statutory requirements. The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate the following competencies/attributes; Previous experience of environmental health in relation to housing/HMO licensing. If this position sounds of interest, please email a copy of your up to date CV to (url removed) or call Jack at Service Care Construction on (phone number removed). Not interested in this role but know somebody who could be? Refer a friend today and receive up to £250 per referral if they are successfully placed by SC Construction

A local authority based in Barnstaple are looking for a Senior Planning Officer to join their team. This is an ongoing temporary contract. The main purpose of the role is to be responsible for the processing of applications, appeals and enforcement action within the district. To be responsible to the relevant Lead Officer for the processing of applications, appeals, enforcement and pre-application enquiries within North Devon District. To process planning applications and pre-application enquiries in negotiation with applicants, professional agents and consultees. To determine planning applications acting under delegated powers and to sign decision notices. To be responsible for dealing with planning appeals. To be responsible for enforcement action and the monitoring of planning conditions. The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate the following competencies/attributes; Previous experience of planning within a local authority. If this position sounds of interest, please email a copy of your up to date CV to (url removed) or call Jack at Service Care Construction on (phone number removed). Not interested in this role but know somebody who could be? Refer a friend today and receive up to £250 per referral if they are successfully placed by SC Construction

Senior Compliance and Enforcement Officer Competitive Salary Hampshire Temporary Contract We are currently looking for a Senior Compliance and Enforcement Officer with strong experience of delivering an effective development management and enforcement service You will be tasked with planning and reporting on unauthorised developments relating to the Planning Acts. For More information contact Scott at or call (phone number removed)

Compliance and Enforcement Officer £14.50-£17.50 / Hour Hampshire Immediate - Temp Contract We are currently looking for an experienced Development Management officer or Compliance and Enforcement Officer for a Senior role. Directly involved with unauthorised developments relating to the Planning Acts and for ensuring that development is carried out in accordance with approved plans. Experience required: Experience with development management experience or planning enforcement experience AND Managing development proposals or enforcement cases For More information contact Scott at or call (phone number removed)

New Enforcement Manager role - £61,000- £66,000 Your new company The Council's Planning Enforcement service is at the heart of maintaining confidence in the integrity of the planning system and ensuring Ealing is a healthy and a great place to live. The Borough of Ealing is a forward thinking and culturally diverse region of London, which is very much reflected in our staff at the council. The notion of diversity is one in which we pride ourselves on in not only our people but also in the work we engage in. This is a deliberate intention that has propelled and motivated our staff and their successful approach to enforcement action. Your new role As Planning Enforcement Manager, you will be responsible for the effective management and development of a team of Planning Enforcement Officers. We are looking for an individual who is willing to extend their energy and enthusiasm to drive a team of enforcement officers. You will assume the role of a strong role model with a real commitment to high standards to ensure an overarching performance to improve and develop our services. You will be managing a team of roughly 6 Enforcement officers at varying professional levels and technical experience. You will also be providing professional advice and support to the team in investigations and enforcing against breaches of planning control and guide the team towards an understanding of the relevant legislation. Applicants from lower grades are welcome to apply, you must however have a sound understanding of enforcement and practical experience as an enforcement officer with some managing/monitoring responsibilities. Your role will include providing enforcement expertise and support to ensure the delivery of a consistently high quality and cost-effective service that meets inspection, enforcement and performance targets. Managing one of the UK's most active enforcement teams, including the team's Accredited Financial Investigator (AFI), will give you the opportunity to gain exposure to a variety of complex cases and to oversee money laundering or confiscation investigations. What you'll need to succeed The successful candidate will need to demonstrate a professional level of competency in interpretation and enforcement of complex regulatory legislation. You will also need to have a proven track record in progressing cases through negotiation or enforcement action. Excellent communication skills and a commitment to maintaining effective relationships with our key stakeholders/partners is essential. This role will require a successful candidate to also have a degree or equivalent professional qualification in Planning. The Planning Enforcement manager is also required to manage the team's Accredited Financial Investigator. The successful candidate will be expected to enrol on the Senior Appropriate Officer training course with the National Crime Agency within 6 months of taking up the post. The content of this course is set to build on the candidate's background and experience. The programme will equip the candidate with knowledge, understanding, skills, attitudes and behaviours needed to manage his/her statutory responsibilities to authorise or countersign applications for financial investigations. What you'll get in return For us however, it is not just a question of qualification, it is also about developing self-awareness, personal challenge and reflective practice so that you continue your career from a platform of strength and experience. In return, we'll offer excellent development opportunities, plus a range of benefits that includes a career average pension scheme, flexible working and the opportunity to make a real difference as a manager and a key member of one of the most culturally diverse Councils in London. You will be given complete autonomy with an enforcement team that encourages and challenges their members to take on risk and welcomes the use of Town and Country Planning Act of 1990 to take direct action in relation to an enforcement notice, proving our nature as a team to be one in which has no restriction and develops and supports their staff in doing so. This is an exciting time to join Ealing Council and be a part of a forward thinking and progressive Planning Enforcement team. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)

Senior Compliance and Enforcement Officer required ASAP based in Basingstoke. This role is an ongoing temporary contract. The purpose of the role is to deliver an effective enforcement and compliance service covering all unauthorised developments relating to the planning acts and to ensure that development is carried out in accordance with approved plans and conditions. Main responsibilities include: Identifying and investigating complaints Preparing delegated and committee reports and recommendations Providing the necessary evidence to the Borough solicitor Provide advice and manage a casehold of high hedge enquires and planning applications and related appeals Required Qualifications: Planning or Planning enforcement Qualification / Technical membership of the royal town planning institute. Required Experience: Evidence of development management experience or planning enforcement experience Managing complex development proposals or enforcement cases If this is a role that interests you and you have the relevant qualifications and experience, please do not hesitate to contact myself at (url removed), or call Jack at Service Care construction on (phone number removed)

Senior Planning Officer (Major Applications) This is an excellent opportunity to deal with more complex applications in our busy planning service that covers the two districts. You will gain varied experience in dealing with proposals in our growth areas, markets towns, villages and most attractive countryside, which are all subject to significant development pressure. The economy of the area is thriving, with a growing entrepreneurial and business start-up sector, a highly skilled workforce and world class research and development. Senior Planning Officer Responsibilities: • Processing a range of major planning and associated applications including more complex cases and assisting with major projects • Providing professional advice face to face, on the telephone and in writing on behalf of the council in respect of planning and related issues including providing pre-application advice • Attending councillor site visits and evening meetings of the relevant council committees to present items as required • Dealing with enforcement matters related to major applications and carrying out associated duties as and when required • Preparing and presenting evidence for the councils in respect of appeals against planning decisions, including written representations appeals, hearings and public inquiry work as and when required • Checking reports and delegating a range of planning and related applications • Undertaking specific projects within the Planning Service (such as participating in continuous improvement / cohort project workstreams) • Working with the policy team to input into policy development for the districts • Supporting and mentoring junior staff and any other duties as appropriate to the grade. • The duties may vary from time to time without changing the nature of the post or the level of responsibility and the post holder may also be required to carry out any other duties appropriate to the grading of the post. Senior Planning Officer Requirements: • A degree in a planning related discipline, or relevant qualification or equivalent level of experience • At least 3 years post qualification planning experience and experience of working in a local authority planning service • Hold a full and current driving licence and access to a vehicle insured for business use • Be eligible for RTPI membership • Strong IT skills including experience with Windows 10, MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint • Experience of dealing with major planning applications • Experience of report and professional letter writing • Ee able to demonstrate a diplomatic approach in difficult situations and be able to give clear, accurate and helpful advice on procedures • Very good oral and written communication skills If you have the following experience or qualifications – it’s a bonus • Membership of the Royal Town Planning Institute • Significant experience of working in a customer focussed environment and dealing with challenging customers South Oxfordshire and Vale of White Horse District Councils are forward-thinking local authorities, based in one of the most attractive areas of the country. They are looking for a professional, competent and enthusiastic person who can communicate well at all levels. An excellent benefits package is on offer including annualised hours (flexible working) and a career average pension scheme. Salary: £41,555 to £46,294 per annum Job Type: Full-time, 2 year Fixed Term Contract Hours: 37 hours per week Location: Milton Park, Oxfordshire, home working (due to Covid-19) Closing date: Thursday 27 August 2020 Interview date: Monday 14 and Tuesday 15 September 2020 You may have experience or an interest in the following: Senior Planning Policy Officer, Town Planning Officer, Urban Planning Officer, Development Management Officer, Planning Officer, Planning Policy Officer, Planning Consultant, Town Planning, Urban Regeneration etc. Ref: 93756

Health & Safety Manager for new build & refurbishments of large housing developments. Involving site audits and policy reviews across the North West. Client Details This role is a fantastic opportunity to build a career in a dynamic and forward thinking organisation and play an important role in a vital corporate service. This is a permanent role with sites in the North West working for a fast growing residential provider. Description To carry out audits, investigations, internal enforcement and training and provide advice and assistance in order to achieve best practice and fulfil the statutory obligations imposed upon the Group in relation to health and safety. To prepare, publish and update as necessary the Group's corporate Health and Safety policies and procedures in conjunction with the Head of People and Culture, Head of Asset Management, Managing Director (Compliance & Property Services). To chair the Corporate Health and Safety Group ensuring H&S compliance across the Group as well as providing health and safety advice to the Group and any sub groups. To provide support to the Senior Management Team and other officers in respect of any investigation undertaken by the Health and Safety Executive in relation to activities of the Group. To prepare and submit reports to Corporate Health & Safety Group, senior management team and Board as appropriate, including an annual report on health & safety performance for the Group. To draft corporate arrangements, and provide technical health and safety advice on service specific policies and procedures as they relate to health and safety. To monitor and report on effectiveness of the Group's safety policies and procedures through comprehensive audits of Group activities as they relate to health and safety; investigation of accidents and other incidents; review of accidents and trends etc. To advise colleagues on safety and health implications of new projects, premises, systems of work or substances. To provide advice and technical information to line managers on request. To co-ordinate with the People and Culture HR & LD team to ensure appropriate focused health and safety training for staff at all levels delivering in house training sessions, workshops and briefings as required. To advise on the need for expansion, revision or other modification to corporate health and safety policies with reference to changes in legislation or operational arrangements. Profile Professional Health and Safety Qualifications for example NEBOSH. IOSH membership. Thorough understanding of the main Health, Safety and Environmental Regulations. Full understanding of CDM regulations. Able to demonstrate a working knowledge of OHSAS:18001 and ISO:14001 certification standards. Able to demonstrate an understanding of ISO:9001 Quality management standards. Residential properties experience, preferably in a social housing environment. Driving licence Job Offer Competitive salary with excellent benefits Full flexible working policy Large holiday entitlement Life assurance Employer pension contributions

Building Control Officer Carrington West's dedicated Town and Country Planning recruitment team operate UK wide and we are delighted to be assisting one of our Local Authority clients with their search for a Building Control Officer to be based in Lancashire on a permanent contract. The Role ·Asses and negotiate all forms of building control work including Full Plans and Building Notice applications to ensure work is compliant with building regs. ·Serve notices to approve or reject proposed building work. ·Undertake building inspections. ·To assist with the processing of Initial Notices from any Approved Inspectors. ·To use your professional judgement to undertake enforcement investigations relating to development carried out in contravention of the Building Regulations and to pursue action (where necessary) in accordance with the provisions of The Building Act 1984 and the Building Regulations (as amended). ·To respond to reports of dangerous structures (including where necessary, out-of-hours) to help maintain public safety. ·To liaise with other Local Authority Officers, fire safety and structural specialists to ensure the requirements of the Building Regulations are met. ·To assist with the raising of invoices in relation to inspection fee and other associated charges Experience ·Membership, or be in the final stages of gaining membership, of the R.I.C.S. (Building Control) or the Association of Building Engineers ·Evidence of continuing professional development relative to the Building Control discipline ·Sound knowledge of the Building Regulations, the Building Act, Approved Documents, British Standards and other Guidance Documents ·A full, current UK driving licence Salary - £26,556 to £31,228 p/d doe If this role is too senior, too junior, or too far for you to travel but you are looking for your next role in Town Planning, please call our Town Planning team on (Apply online only), we are keen to discuss our non-advertised opportunities with you. Carrington West has a dedicated team offering Town Planning jobs in the UK Planning sector. Our Town Planning team operate within the interim, contract and permanent employment markets and our consultants benefit from many years' experience of placing professionals into Local Authority and Consultancy clients across the UK. For a discrete conversation or to find out about the latest Town Planning jobs we have available, please contact our Town Planning Team today on (Apply online only)