Director of Estates Education Partnership North East ( Northumberland, Sunderland or Ashington College) - (Recruiting through The Supply Register) Salary: £51,295 - £53,128 per annum Contract: Full Time Permanent Location: Any EPNE Campus (Northumberland, Sunderland or Ashington) The Supply Register is delighted to be supporting Education Partnership North East in the appointment of a Director of Estates to lead the strategic and operational management of the college s estates function across all sites. This is a key leadership role within the organisation, reporting directly to the Vice Principal Corporate Services and working as part of the wider senior leadership structure. The successful candidate will provide vision, direction and expertise across estates, facilities management, compliance, sustainability and capital development, ensuring the college continues to provide safe, inspiring and high-quality environments for students, staff and visitors. This opportunity comes at an exciting time for the organisation, as the college continues to develop its estates strategy and invest in its future. The successful candidate will build on strong foundations, leading a skilled estates team and working collaboratively with senior leaders, curriculum teams and external partners to deliver an effective, sustainable and forward-thinking estates service. The Role As Director of Estates, you will take overall responsibility for the leadership and performance of the estates function across all college campuses. You will provide strategic oversight while ensuring the effective delivery of day-to-day operations, compliance requirements, planned maintenance, facilities management and estates improvement programmes. You will lead and support a number of Heads of service areas, creating a culture of excellence, accountability and continuous improvement. Key responsibilities will include: Developing and delivering the college s estates strategy, ensuring alignment with organisational priorities and future ambitions. Providing strategic and operational leadership across estates, facilities management, compliance and sustainability. Ensuring all college buildings and facilities are safe, compliant, fit for purpose and support an outstanding learning environment. Leading on statutory compliance including health and safety, fire safety, building safety and relevant legislative requirements. Managing estates budgets, forecasting, procurement activity and ensuring value for money. Overseeing capital projects, refurbishment programmes and estates developments in partnership with internal stakeholders and external contractors. Driving improvements in environmental performance, sustainability, energy management and waste reduction. Building strong relationships with senior leaders, staff, contractors, consultants and regulatory bodies. Ensuring robust reporting, governance and assurance processes are in place across the estates function. About You We are seeking an experienced estates professional who can combine technical expertise with strong leadership capability and strategic vision. You will have significant experience of managing complex estates and facilities operations, ideally within a large, multi-site environment. You will understand the challenges of leading estates services within a customer-focused organisation and have a proven ability to deliver improvements through effective leadership, collaboration and innovation. The successful candidate will demonstrate: Significant experience leading an estates or facilities management function. Experience managing large and complex property portfolios across multiple sites. Strong technical knowledge of estates management, compliance and statutory requirements. Experience of developing and delivering estates strategies and capital programmes. Proven ability to manage budgets, procurement processes and external contracts. Strong leadership skills with experience managing multidisciplinary teams. The ability to influence and build effective relationships with senior stakeholders. A proactive approach to sustainability, environmental improvement and continuous development. Qualifications and Experience Applicants should ideally hold: A relevant degree or professional qualification in Estates, Facilities Management, Property, Building Services or a related discipline. Membership of an appropriate professional body such as IWFM, RICS or CIOB. A recognised management or leadership qualification. A valid driving licence. Desirable qualifications include project management qualifications such as PRINCE2/MSP and a recognised health and safety qualification such as NEBOSH or equivalent. Why Join Education Partnership North East? This is an opportunity to make a significant impact within a leading education organisation, shaping the future of its estates and supporting an environment where students and staff can thrive. You will join an organisation committed to excellence, sustainability, inclusion and continuous improvement, with the opportunity to influence long-term estates development and strategic investment. How to Apply The Supply Register is managing this recruitment campaign on behalf of Education Partnership North East. If you are an experienced estates leader looking for your next strategic challenge, we would welcome your application. Safeguarding Statement The Supply Register and Northumberland College are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults. All applicants will be subject to appropriate safeguarding checks, including an enhanced DBS.
07/07/2026
Full time
Director of Estates Education Partnership North East ( Northumberland, Sunderland or Ashington College) - (Recruiting through The Supply Register) Salary: £51,295 - £53,128 per annum Contract: Full Time Permanent Location: Any EPNE Campus (Northumberland, Sunderland or Ashington) The Supply Register is delighted to be supporting Education Partnership North East in the appointment of a Director of Estates to lead the strategic and operational management of the college s estates function across all sites. This is a key leadership role within the organisation, reporting directly to the Vice Principal Corporate Services and working as part of the wider senior leadership structure. The successful candidate will provide vision, direction and expertise across estates, facilities management, compliance, sustainability and capital development, ensuring the college continues to provide safe, inspiring and high-quality environments for students, staff and visitors. This opportunity comes at an exciting time for the organisation, as the college continues to develop its estates strategy and invest in its future. The successful candidate will build on strong foundations, leading a skilled estates team and working collaboratively with senior leaders, curriculum teams and external partners to deliver an effective, sustainable and forward-thinking estates service. The Role As Director of Estates, you will take overall responsibility for the leadership and performance of the estates function across all college campuses. You will provide strategic oversight while ensuring the effective delivery of day-to-day operations, compliance requirements, planned maintenance, facilities management and estates improvement programmes. You will lead and support a number of Heads of service areas, creating a culture of excellence, accountability and continuous improvement. Key responsibilities will include: Developing and delivering the college s estates strategy, ensuring alignment with organisational priorities and future ambitions. Providing strategic and operational leadership across estates, facilities management, compliance and sustainability. Ensuring all college buildings and facilities are safe, compliant, fit for purpose and support an outstanding learning environment. Leading on statutory compliance including health and safety, fire safety, building safety and relevant legislative requirements. Managing estates budgets, forecasting, procurement activity and ensuring value for money. Overseeing capital projects, refurbishment programmes and estates developments in partnership with internal stakeholders and external contractors. Driving improvements in environmental performance, sustainability, energy management and waste reduction. Building strong relationships with senior leaders, staff, contractors, consultants and regulatory bodies. Ensuring robust reporting, governance and assurance processes are in place across the estates function. About You We are seeking an experienced estates professional who can combine technical expertise with strong leadership capability and strategic vision. You will have significant experience of managing complex estates and facilities operations, ideally within a large, multi-site environment. You will understand the challenges of leading estates services within a customer-focused organisation and have a proven ability to deliver improvements through effective leadership, collaboration and innovation. The successful candidate will demonstrate: Significant experience leading an estates or facilities management function. Experience managing large and complex property portfolios across multiple sites. Strong technical knowledge of estates management, compliance and statutory requirements. Experience of developing and delivering estates strategies and capital programmes. Proven ability to manage budgets, procurement processes and external contracts. Strong leadership skills with experience managing multidisciplinary teams. The ability to influence and build effective relationships with senior stakeholders. A proactive approach to sustainability, environmental improvement and continuous development. Qualifications and Experience Applicants should ideally hold: A relevant degree or professional qualification in Estates, Facilities Management, Property, Building Services or a related discipline. Membership of an appropriate professional body such as IWFM, RICS or CIOB. A recognised management or leadership qualification. A valid driving licence. Desirable qualifications include project management qualifications such as PRINCE2/MSP and a recognised health and safety qualification such as NEBOSH or equivalent. Why Join Education Partnership North East? This is an opportunity to make a significant impact within a leading education organisation, shaping the future of its estates and supporting an environment where students and staff can thrive. You will join an organisation committed to excellence, sustainability, inclusion and continuous improvement, with the opportunity to influence long-term estates development and strategic investment. How to Apply The Supply Register is managing this recruitment campaign on behalf of Education Partnership North East. If you are an experienced estates leader looking for your next strategic challenge, we would welcome your application. Safeguarding Statement The Supply Register and Northumberland College are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults. All applicants will be subject to appropriate safeguarding checks, including an enhanced DBS.
Interim Senior Surveyor (Planned Investment) Contract: Initial 6 months+ Rate: £375 £450 per day (DOE) We are recruiting for an experienced Interim Senior Surveyor to lead the delivery of a significant planned investment programme across a large residential property portfolio. This is an excellent opportunity to join a busy asset management team and play a key role in delivering major planned works, component replacement programmes and energy efficiency projects. The Role You'll lead a small team of Surveyors while overseeing the successful delivery of planned maintenance and capital investment projects, ensuring programmes are delivered safely, on time and within budget. Key responsibilities include: Managing planned investment, major works and component replacement programmes. Leading and developing a small team of Surveyors. Managing contractors, consultants and project delivery from inception through to completion. Monitoring project performance, budgets and programme delivery. Ensuring compliance with CDM 2015, Health & Safety legislation and statutory requirements. Producing accurate financial and performance reporting. Working closely with internal stakeholders to deliver high-quality outcomes for residents. About You You'll be an experienced building surveying professional with a proven track record of delivering planned maintenance or capital investment programmes within residential housing. You'll ideally have: HNC/HND in Building Surveying, CIOB or equivalent qualification. Strong project and contract management experience. Experience writing specifications and contract documentation. Knowledge of CDM 2015 and construction-related legislation. Experience managing project budgets and delivering value for money. Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills. Previous experience leading or mentoring Surveyors. Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle.
04/07/2026
Contract
Interim Senior Surveyor (Planned Investment) Contract: Initial 6 months+ Rate: £375 £450 per day (DOE) We are recruiting for an experienced Interim Senior Surveyor to lead the delivery of a significant planned investment programme across a large residential property portfolio. This is an excellent opportunity to join a busy asset management team and play a key role in delivering major planned works, component replacement programmes and energy efficiency projects. The Role You'll lead a small team of Surveyors while overseeing the successful delivery of planned maintenance and capital investment projects, ensuring programmes are delivered safely, on time and within budget. Key responsibilities include: Managing planned investment, major works and component replacement programmes. Leading and developing a small team of Surveyors. Managing contractors, consultants and project delivery from inception through to completion. Monitoring project performance, budgets and programme delivery. Ensuring compliance with CDM 2015, Health & Safety legislation and statutory requirements. Producing accurate financial and performance reporting. Working closely with internal stakeholders to deliver high-quality outcomes for residents. About You You'll be an experienced building surveying professional with a proven track record of delivering planned maintenance or capital investment programmes within residential housing. You'll ideally have: HNC/HND in Building Surveying, CIOB or equivalent qualification. Strong project and contract management experience. Experience writing specifications and contract documentation. Knowledge of CDM 2015 and construction-related legislation. Experience managing project budgets and delivering value for money. Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills. Previous experience leading or mentoring Surveyors. Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle.
Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited
Letchworth Garden City, Hertfordshire
Your new company We're seeking a proactive and experienced Building Surveyor to join a small, collaborative team managing a truly exceptional property portfolio. From listed buildings and cultural landmarks to residential, commercial, and retail spaces, this role offers the chance to work across a wide range of asset types. The team are looking for a skilled Building Surveyor to join the team and looking after a mix of professional work, projects and contract management across their portfolio. Your new role As the Building Surveyor, you'll report into the Head of Construction and FM and will be responsible for: Conducting property inspections and producing detailed condition reports Scoping and specifying works for repair and improvement projects Managing tenders independently for each project (no frameworks or partnering contractors) Administering construction contracts, primarily JCT Overseeing planned and capital investment projects from inception to completion Supporting non-property colleagues with technical guidance Challenging contractors and ensuring quality delivery Projects You'll Lead You can expect to manage projects typically ranging from £100k to £500k, including: Refurbishments and restorations Roof and boiler replacements Window and door upgrades Energy efficiency improvements What you'll need to succeed You'll be an experienced Building Surveyor with a strong understanding of construction contracts and project management. Ideally, you will be chartered RICS or CIOB, though we'll consider experienced candidates without this. You'll be confident working independently, comfortable challenging contractors, and passionate about maintaining and enhancing heritage and community assets. You'll be a good communicator, IT literate, and a team player, able to work across a range of internal departments and external stakeholders. What you'll get in return You'll be joining an organisation and team with a flexible and family-friendly feel, who genuinely love what they do. Salary up to £60,000 depending on RICS qualification and experience Contributory pension scheme 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays Hybrid working - typically 3-4 days in the office A chance to work on properties with real character and community value 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 about your career. Hays EA is a trading division of Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited and 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 hays.co.uk
30/06/2026
Full time
Your new company We're seeking a proactive and experienced Building Surveyor to join a small, collaborative team managing a truly exceptional property portfolio. From listed buildings and cultural landmarks to residential, commercial, and retail spaces, this role offers the chance to work across a wide range of asset types. The team are looking for a skilled Building Surveyor to join the team and looking after a mix of professional work, projects and contract management across their portfolio. Your new role As the Building Surveyor, you'll report into the Head of Construction and FM and will be responsible for: Conducting property inspections and producing detailed condition reports Scoping and specifying works for repair and improvement projects Managing tenders independently for each project (no frameworks or partnering contractors) Administering construction contracts, primarily JCT Overseeing planned and capital investment projects from inception to completion Supporting non-property colleagues with technical guidance Challenging contractors and ensuring quality delivery Projects You'll Lead You can expect to manage projects typically ranging from £100k to £500k, including: Refurbishments and restorations Roof and boiler replacements Window and door upgrades Energy efficiency improvements What you'll need to succeed You'll be an experienced Building Surveyor with a strong understanding of construction contracts and project management. Ideally, you will be chartered RICS or CIOB, though we'll consider experienced candidates without this. You'll be confident working independently, comfortable challenging contractors, and passionate about maintaining and enhancing heritage and community assets. You'll be a good communicator, IT literate, and a team player, able to work across a range of internal departments and external stakeholders. What you'll get in return You'll be joining an organisation and team with a flexible and family-friendly feel, who genuinely love what they do. Salary up to £60,000 depending on RICS qualification and experience Contributory pension scheme 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays Hybrid working - typically 3-4 days in the office A chance to work on properties with real character and community value 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 about your career. Hays EA is a trading division of Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited and 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 hays.co.uk
Finance Director Location: Wolverhampton (Office Based) Salary: Up to 120,000 + Bonus + Car Allowance + Benefits The Opportunity An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced and commercially driven Finance Director to join a well-established and growing construction business based in Wolverhampton. Reporting directly to the Managing Director, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the financial strategy of the business while supporting ambitious growth plans. This is a hands-on board-level role requiring a strategic leader who can oversee the finance function, improve commercial performance, and work closely with senior stakeholders to secure new business opportunities. The successful candidate will have significant experience within the construction sector and a proven track record of supporting business development, tendering, acquisitions, and commercial decision-making. Key Responsibilities Strategic Leadership Develop and deliver the company's financial strategy in line with business objectives. Act as a key member of the Executive Leadership Team, influencing strategic decisions. Provide financial insight and recommendations to the Board to support sustainable growth. Lead and develop a high-performing finance team. Financial Management Oversee all financial operations, reporting, budgeting and forecasting. Produce accurate monthly management accounts and board reports. Manage cash flow, working capital and funding facilities. Ensure compliance with statutory reporting, tax legislation and audit requirements. Maintain robust financial controls and governance. Construction Sector Expertise Oversee project accounting, contract profitability and cost reporting. Monitor project performance, margins and forecasting. Ensure accurate contract accounting and revenue recognition. Manage Construction Industry Scheme (CIS) compliance. Work closely with operational teams to improve project profitability and financial performance. Commercial & Business Development Partner with Commercial and Business Development teams to support the acquisition of new business. Provide financial analysis and commercial input for major tenders, bids and contract negotiations. Develop pricing strategies that maximise profitability while remaining competitive. Evaluate new markets, strategic partnerships and expansion opportunities. Conduct financial due diligence for acquisitions, mergers and investments. Support contract negotiations by identifying commercial risks and opportunities. Stakeholder Management Build strong relationships with banks, auditors, investors and external advisers. Present financial performance to senior leadership and shareholders. Support operational managers with financial analysis and business planning. Candidate Profile The ideal candidate will be a qualified Finance Director with extensive construction sector experience and a strong commercial mindset. You will be comfortable operating at Board level and have the ability to influence strategic decisions while remaining hands-on in the day-to-day running of the finance function. Essential Experience ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualified. Previous experience as a Finance Director, Head of Finance or Financial Controller within the construction sector. Strong knowledge of project accounting, contract accounting and CIS. Proven experience supporting the acquisition of new business through commercial analysis and tender support. Demonstrable success in improving profitability and business performance. Experience leading budgeting, forecasting and cash flow management. Strong commercial awareness with the ability to identify growth opportunities. Experience working with senior leadership teams and Boards. Excellent leadership and people management skills. Desirable Experience Experience of acquisitions, mergers or business expansion. Knowledge of ERP systems such as COINS, Microsoft Dynamics, Viewpoint or SAP. Experience within civil engineering, infrastructure, specialist contracting or main contracting. Exposure to private equity or owner-managed businesses. Personal Attributes Strategic thinker with strong commercial acumen. Natural leader who inspires and develops high-performing teams. Excellent communicator with the ability to influence at Board level. Results-driven with a proactive and solution-focused approach. Highly analytical with exceptional attention to detail. Comfortable working in a fast-paced, growth-oriented environment. What's on Offer Salary up to 120,000 depending on experience. Performance-related annual bonus. Company car or car allowance. Private healthcare. Pension scheme. Life assurance. 25 days+ and annual leave plus bank holidays. Opportunity to join the Executive Leadership Team of a growing construction business. Genuine opportunity to influence business strategy, support acquisitions, and drive long-term growth. Why Apply? This is an outstanding opportunity for an ambitious Finance Director who wants to play a key role in the future growth of a successful construction business. You'll have the autonomy to shape financial strategy, lead commercial decision-making, support the acquisition of new contracts and businesses, and make a measurable impact on the organisation's continued success.
29/06/2026
Full time
Finance Director Location: Wolverhampton (Office Based) Salary: Up to 120,000 + Bonus + Car Allowance + Benefits The Opportunity An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced and commercially driven Finance Director to join a well-established and growing construction business based in Wolverhampton. Reporting directly to the Managing Director, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the financial strategy of the business while supporting ambitious growth plans. This is a hands-on board-level role requiring a strategic leader who can oversee the finance function, improve commercial performance, and work closely with senior stakeholders to secure new business opportunities. The successful candidate will have significant experience within the construction sector and a proven track record of supporting business development, tendering, acquisitions, and commercial decision-making. Key Responsibilities Strategic Leadership Develop and deliver the company's financial strategy in line with business objectives. Act as a key member of the Executive Leadership Team, influencing strategic decisions. Provide financial insight and recommendations to the Board to support sustainable growth. Lead and develop a high-performing finance team. Financial Management Oversee all financial operations, reporting, budgeting and forecasting. Produce accurate monthly management accounts and board reports. Manage cash flow, working capital and funding facilities. Ensure compliance with statutory reporting, tax legislation and audit requirements. Maintain robust financial controls and governance. Construction Sector Expertise Oversee project accounting, contract profitability and cost reporting. Monitor project performance, margins and forecasting. Ensure accurate contract accounting and revenue recognition. Manage Construction Industry Scheme (CIS) compliance. Work closely with operational teams to improve project profitability and financial performance. Commercial & Business Development Partner with Commercial and Business Development teams to support the acquisition of new business. Provide financial analysis and commercial input for major tenders, bids and contract negotiations. Develop pricing strategies that maximise profitability while remaining competitive. Evaluate new markets, strategic partnerships and expansion opportunities. Conduct financial due diligence for acquisitions, mergers and investments. Support contract negotiations by identifying commercial risks and opportunities. Stakeholder Management Build strong relationships with banks, auditors, investors and external advisers. Present financial performance to senior leadership and shareholders. Support operational managers with financial analysis and business planning. Candidate Profile The ideal candidate will be a qualified Finance Director with extensive construction sector experience and a strong commercial mindset. You will be comfortable operating at Board level and have the ability to influence strategic decisions while remaining hands-on in the day-to-day running of the finance function. Essential Experience ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualified. Previous experience as a Finance Director, Head of Finance or Financial Controller within the construction sector. Strong knowledge of project accounting, contract accounting and CIS. Proven experience supporting the acquisition of new business through commercial analysis and tender support. Demonstrable success in improving profitability and business performance. Experience leading budgeting, forecasting and cash flow management. Strong commercial awareness with the ability to identify growth opportunities. Experience working with senior leadership teams and Boards. Excellent leadership and people management skills. Desirable Experience Experience of acquisitions, mergers or business expansion. Knowledge of ERP systems such as COINS, Microsoft Dynamics, Viewpoint or SAP. Experience within civil engineering, infrastructure, specialist contracting or main contracting. Exposure to private equity or owner-managed businesses. Personal Attributes Strategic thinker with strong commercial acumen. Natural leader who inspires and develops high-performing teams. Excellent communicator with the ability to influence at Board level. Results-driven with a proactive and solution-focused approach. Highly analytical with exceptional attention to detail. Comfortable working in a fast-paced, growth-oriented environment. What's on Offer Salary up to 120,000 depending on experience. Performance-related annual bonus. Company car or car allowance. Private healthcare. Pension scheme. Life assurance. 25 days+ and annual leave plus bank holidays. Opportunity to join the Executive Leadership Team of a growing construction business. Genuine opportunity to influence business strategy, support acquisitions, and drive long-term growth. Why Apply? This is an outstanding opportunity for an ambitious Finance Director who wants to play a key role in the future growth of a successful construction business. You'll have the autonomy to shape financial strategy, lead commercial decision-making, support the acquisition of new contracts and businesses, and make a measurable impact on the organisation's continued success.
Service Lead - Planned Maintenance (Decent Homes Components) Salary: 54,495 Level: CFL11 Adecco is proud to be working in partnership with Swindon Borough Council to recruit a Service Lead within Planned Maintenance, supporting the delivery of large-scale investment programmes across housing and corporate assets. This is an excellent opportunity for experienced professionals currently operating at, or ready to step into, roles such as Head of Planned Maintenance, Head of Capital Works, Asset Investment Manager, Major Works Manager, or Senior Programme/Operations Manager within social housing or the wider public sector. About the Role Swindon Borough Council is delivering an ambitious 250 million investment programme over five years, focused on improving stock condition, sustainability and resident experience. As Service Lead, you will take ownership of planned maintenance and capital works programmes, including major component replacement and property investment schemes across the housing portfolio. You'll provide leadership across end-to-end programme delivery, ensuring works are completed safely, on time and within budget, while driving performance from contractors and internal teams. This role sits at the heart of delivering improvements to residents' homes, with responsibility spanning: Planned and cyclical maintenance programmes Capital works and major works delivery Asset investment and stock improvement initiatives Contractor management and partnering relationships Performance, risk and compliance oversight Who We're Looking For We welcome applications from candidates with experience in social housing, housing associations, ALMOs, local authorities, or partnering contractors, particularly those who have worked on planned works, capital programmes, or asset investment delivery. You may currently work in, or have experience within: Planned maintenance or capital works leadership roles Asset management or property investment teams Major works or programme delivery functions Housing maintenance or property services environments You'll bring: Strong experience delivering planned maintenance, capital works, or property investment programmes Knowledge of Decent Homes, asset management principles, and building components Exposure to programmes involving elements such as kitchens, bathrooms, roofing, windows, M&E, heating, fire safety, or retrofit/decarbonisation works Proven ability to manage budgets, contractors, and multidisciplinary teams A focus on resident outcomes, service quality and continuous improvement A relevant qualification in construction, property, surveying or programme management is desirable. Why Join? Be part of a major housing investment and transformation programme Lead high-value projects that directly improve homes and communities Competitive salary and Local Government Pension Scheme Genuine career progression and leadership opportunity Please apply onine today.
26/06/2026
Full time
Service Lead - Planned Maintenance (Decent Homes Components) Salary: 54,495 Level: CFL11 Adecco is proud to be working in partnership with Swindon Borough Council to recruit a Service Lead within Planned Maintenance, supporting the delivery of large-scale investment programmes across housing and corporate assets. This is an excellent opportunity for experienced professionals currently operating at, or ready to step into, roles such as Head of Planned Maintenance, Head of Capital Works, Asset Investment Manager, Major Works Manager, or Senior Programme/Operations Manager within social housing or the wider public sector. About the Role Swindon Borough Council is delivering an ambitious 250 million investment programme over five years, focused on improving stock condition, sustainability and resident experience. As Service Lead, you will take ownership of planned maintenance and capital works programmes, including major component replacement and property investment schemes across the housing portfolio. You'll provide leadership across end-to-end programme delivery, ensuring works are completed safely, on time and within budget, while driving performance from contractors and internal teams. This role sits at the heart of delivering improvements to residents' homes, with responsibility spanning: Planned and cyclical maintenance programmes Capital works and major works delivery Asset investment and stock improvement initiatives Contractor management and partnering relationships Performance, risk and compliance oversight Who We're Looking For We welcome applications from candidates with experience in social housing, housing associations, ALMOs, local authorities, or partnering contractors, particularly those who have worked on planned works, capital programmes, or asset investment delivery. You may currently work in, or have experience within: Planned maintenance or capital works leadership roles Asset management or property investment teams Major works or programme delivery functions Housing maintenance or property services environments You'll bring: Strong experience delivering planned maintenance, capital works, or property investment programmes Knowledge of Decent Homes, asset management principles, and building components Exposure to programmes involving elements such as kitchens, bathrooms, roofing, windows, M&E, heating, fire safety, or retrofit/decarbonisation works Proven ability to manage budgets, contractors, and multidisciplinary teams A focus on resident outcomes, service quality and continuous improvement A relevant qualification in construction, property, surveying or programme management is desirable. Why Join? Be part of a major housing investment and transformation programme Lead high-value projects that directly improve homes and communities Competitive salary and Local Government Pension Scheme Genuine career progression and leadership opportunity Please apply onine today.
Role: Associate Procurement Director Sector: Major Defence Manufacturing Programme Location: East Midlands Hybrid Working Duration: 12 month+ contract About the Client Our client is a leading international consultancy and delivery partner specialising in programme management, project controls, commercial management, cost consultancy and construction delivery services. Operating across major infrastructure, defence, transportation, manufacturing, aviation, energy and property sectors, the organisation supports some of the UK's most complex and high-profile capital investment programmes. With a strong reputation for delivering large-scale projects from concept through to completion, the business provides integrated advisory and delivery solutions that help clients manage risk, optimise performance and achieve successful project outcomes. Their teams work collaboratively with public and private sector organisations, offering expertise in programme leadership, commercial strategy, cost management, procurement, planning and project governance. The Opportunity An exceptional opportunity has arisen for an experienced procurement leader to join a nationally significant defence infrastructure and advanced manufacturing programme. As Associate Procurement Director, you will provide strategic leadership across procurement, supply chain management and commercial delivery activities, supporting the development and execution of a multi-billion-pound capital investment programme. Working closely with client leadership, programme directors, commercial teams and delivery partners, you will play a critical role in shaping procurement strategies, delivery models and market engagement activities that support successful programme outcomes. This position will operate at senior leadership level and will influence key investment decisions, procurement governance and supply chain strategy throughout project development and delivery. The role is ideally suited to an individual with significant experience leading procurement functions on major infrastructure, defence, nuclear, energy, transportation, industrial manufacturing or similarly regulated programmes. Key Responsibilities Strategic Procurement Leadership Lead the development and implementation of programme-wide procurement and supply chain strategies. Provide strategic procurement advice to programme leadership, client stakeholders and governance boards. Establish procurement governance frameworks, policies and assurance processes. Early Contractor Involvement (ECI) Lead procurement support during ECI and pre-construction phases. Influence contractor selection strategies and procurement approaches. Support the development of collaborative delivery models and target cost arrangements. Drive early supply chain engagement to improve certainty, affordability and programme outcomes. Commercial & Contract Leadership Collaborate with commercial and legal teams to develop procurement and contract strategies. Advise on risk allocation, supplier obligations and contractual structures. Support target cost development and major contract negotiations. Ensure procurement decisions align with programme affordability and value-for money objectives. Governance, Risk & Assurance Lead procurement governance and assurance activities across the programme. Identify and manage strategic procurement and supply chain risks. Develop mitigation plans for critical procurement challenges and market constraints. Stakeholder & Client Leadership Act as the senior procurement representative across the programme. Build trusted relationships with executive stakeholders, programme directors and delivery partners. Support business case development, investment approvals and strategic decision-making. Represent the programme externally with suppliers, contractors and industry partners. Essential Experience Extensive experience leading procurement and supply chain functions on major capital projects and programmes. Proven experience operating at Senior Manager, Associate Director, Director or Head of Procurement level. Strong experience developing procurement strategies for large-scale infrastructure, construction, engineering or manufacturing projects. Desirable Experience Defence, nuclear, aerospace, manufacturing, transportation, energy or utilities sector experience. Experience supporting projects during Early Contractor Involvement (ECI) phases. Experience supporting programmes valued in excess of 500 million. Familiarity with government procurement frameworks and regulated procurement environments. Qualifications Degree qualified in Procurement, Supply Chain Management, Commercial Management, Quantity Surveying, Engineering, Construction Management or a related discipline. MCIPS qualification highly desirable. Security Requirements BPSS Clearance required or ability to obtain. Active SC Clearance highly desirable.
24/06/2026
Contract
Role: Associate Procurement Director Sector: Major Defence Manufacturing Programme Location: East Midlands Hybrid Working Duration: 12 month+ contract About the Client Our client is a leading international consultancy and delivery partner specialising in programme management, project controls, commercial management, cost consultancy and construction delivery services. Operating across major infrastructure, defence, transportation, manufacturing, aviation, energy and property sectors, the organisation supports some of the UK's most complex and high-profile capital investment programmes. With a strong reputation for delivering large-scale projects from concept through to completion, the business provides integrated advisory and delivery solutions that help clients manage risk, optimise performance and achieve successful project outcomes. Their teams work collaboratively with public and private sector organisations, offering expertise in programme leadership, commercial strategy, cost management, procurement, planning and project governance. The Opportunity An exceptional opportunity has arisen for an experienced procurement leader to join a nationally significant defence infrastructure and advanced manufacturing programme. As Associate Procurement Director, you will provide strategic leadership across procurement, supply chain management and commercial delivery activities, supporting the development and execution of a multi-billion-pound capital investment programme. Working closely with client leadership, programme directors, commercial teams and delivery partners, you will play a critical role in shaping procurement strategies, delivery models and market engagement activities that support successful programme outcomes. This position will operate at senior leadership level and will influence key investment decisions, procurement governance and supply chain strategy throughout project development and delivery. The role is ideally suited to an individual with significant experience leading procurement functions on major infrastructure, defence, nuclear, energy, transportation, industrial manufacturing or similarly regulated programmes. Key Responsibilities Strategic Procurement Leadership Lead the development and implementation of programme-wide procurement and supply chain strategies. Provide strategic procurement advice to programme leadership, client stakeholders and governance boards. Establish procurement governance frameworks, policies and assurance processes. Early Contractor Involvement (ECI) Lead procurement support during ECI and pre-construction phases. Influence contractor selection strategies and procurement approaches. Support the development of collaborative delivery models and target cost arrangements. Drive early supply chain engagement to improve certainty, affordability and programme outcomes. Commercial & Contract Leadership Collaborate with commercial and legal teams to develop procurement and contract strategies. Advise on risk allocation, supplier obligations and contractual structures. Support target cost development and major contract negotiations. Ensure procurement decisions align with programme affordability and value-for money objectives. Governance, Risk & Assurance Lead procurement governance and assurance activities across the programme. Identify and manage strategic procurement and supply chain risks. Develop mitigation plans for critical procurement challenges and market constraints. Stakeholder & Client Leadership Act as the senior procurement representative across the programme. Build trusted relationships with executive stakeholders, programme directors and delivery partners. Support business case development, investment approvals and strategic decision-making. Represent the programme externally with suppliers, contractors and industry partners. Essential Experience Extensive experience leading procurement and supply chain functions on major capital projects and programmes. Proven experience operating at Senior Manager, Associate Director, Director or Head of Procurement level. Strong experience developing procurement strategies for large-scale infrastructure, construction, engineering or manufacturing projects. Desirable Experience Defence, nuclear, aerospace, manufacturing, transportation, energy or utilities sector experience. Experience supporting projects during Early Contractor Involvement (ECI) phases. Experience supporting programmes valued in excess of 500 million. Familiarity with government procurement frameworks and regulated procurement environments. Qualifications Degree qualified in Procurement, Supply Chain Management, Commercial Management, Quantity Surveying, Engineering, Construction Management or a related discipline. MCIPS qualification highly desirable. Security Requirements BPSS Clearance required or ability to obtain. Active SC Clearance highly desirable.
Our Water sector client are seeking a Senior Project Manager to lead delivery and contract management/administration across their alliance delivery on AMP8 on permanent basis with hybrid working available our of Peterborough or Norwich offices. In this role, you will be responsible for the commercial and contractual management of NEC3/NEC4 PSC and ECC contracts, overseeing a significant portfolio with a minimum value of 600 million . You will play a key leadership role, driving performance, governance, and collaboration across integrated delivery teams and Tier 1 supply chain partners. You will report directly to the Head of Contract Management and be instrumental in embedding best practice, improving performance, and supporting the delivery of a high-value capital programme. Key Responsibilities Lead the independent administration and execution of NEC contracts across Tier 1 Alliances. Discharge and formalise ECC Project Manager duties across the supply chain. Oversee risk, change control, and performance across a large investment portfolio. Ensure effective contract management and assurance activities are delivered by the team. Act as a key escalation point, resolving issues and removing delivery barriers. Provide performance updates to senior leadership. Maintain governance protocols and ensure project deliverables meet approval requirements. Promote collaboration across stakeholders and delivery teams. Support resolution of contractual issues and ensure robust challenge where necessary. Oversee assurance activities including cost verification and defect management. Ensure contracts are fit for purpose and properly administered. Support procurement strategies to drive best value through the supply chain. Ensure accurate record-keeping for audit and cost assurance purposes. Produce performance insights and reports, highlighting risks, issues, and opportunities. Lead strategies to address contractual non-compliance. Support and lead portfolio performance reviews and action plans. Manage governance processes at portfolio level. Participate in governance boards, contributing to key decisions and escalations. Provide updates and escalation reporting to senior boards. Drive continuous improvement initiatives across the portfolio. Lead and develop a team of ECC Project Managers. Drive high performance and accountability across teams and supply chain. Champion continuous improvement and efficiency initiatives. Represent the Head of Contract Management in key forums. Support development of business strategies aligned with organisational goals. Provide training, guidance, and tools to embed best practice. Champion a strong Health, Safety, Wellbeing, and Environmental culture. Lead by example, ensuring safety is prioritised in all activities. Participate in site visits and challenge unsafe behaviours where necessary. Qualifications & Experience Degree in Construction, Engineering, or related discipline NEC3/NEC4 Project Manager Accreditation Extensive experience in commercial and contract management Strong knowledge of NEC contracts and their application Experience managing large-scale construction or utility contracts Proven experience in governance, assurance, and portfolio management Experience in dispute resolution and mediation Strong leadership and team management experience Experience in business-critical decision-making roles Benefits Salary circa 85 -95k per annum Car/Car allowance 2/3 days in Peterborough or Norwich - hybrid working 25 days leave plus bank holidays Holiday buy/sell Private Medical Double matched pension scheme
13/06/2026
Full time
Our Water sector client are seeking a Senior Project Manager to lead delivery and contract management/administration across their alliance delivery on AMP8 on permanent basis with hybrid working available our of Peterborough or Norwich offices. In this role, you will be responsible for the commercial and contractual management of NEC3/NEC4 PSC and ECC contracts, overseeing a significant portfolio with a minimum value of 600 million . You will play a key leadership role, driving performance, governance, and collaboration across integrated delivery teams and Tier 1 supply chain partners. You will report directly to the Head of Contract Management and be instrumental in embedding best practice, improving performance, and supporting the delivery of a high-value capital programme. Key Responsibilities Lead the independent administration and execution of NEC contracts across Tier 1 Alliances. Discharge and formalise ECC Project Manager duties across the supply chain. Oversee risk, change control, and performance across a large investment portfolio. Ensure effective contract management and assurance activities are delivered by the team. Act as a key escalation point, resolving issues and removing delivery barriers. Provide performance updates to senior leadership. Maintain governance protocols and ensure project deliverables meet approval requirements. Promote collaboration across stakeholders and delivery teams. Support resolution of contractual issues and ensure robust challenge where necessary. Oversee assurance activities including cost verification and defect management. Ensure contracts are fit for purpose and properly administered. Support procurement strategies to drive best value through the supply chain. Ensure accurate record-keeping for audit and cost assurance purposes. Produce performance insights and reports, highlighting risks, issues, and opportunities. Lead strategies to address contractual non-compliance. Support and lead portfolio performance reviews and action plans. Manage governance processes at portfolio level. Participate in governance boards, contributing to key decisions and escalations. Provide updates and escalation reporting to senior boards. Drive continuous improvement initiatives across the portfolio. Lead and develop a team of ECC Project Managers. Drive high performance and accountability across teams and supply chain. Champion continuous improvement and efficiency initiatives. Represent the Head of Contract Management in key forums. Support development of business strategies aligned with organisational goals. Provide training, guidance, and tools to embed best practice. Champion a strong Health, Safety, Wellbeing, and Environmental culture. Lead by example, ensuring safety is prioritised in all activities. Participate in site visits and challenge unsafe behaviours where necessary. Qualifications & Experience Degree in Construction, Engineering, or related discipline NEC3/NEC4 Project Manager Accreditation Extensive experience in commercial and contract management Strong knowledge of NEC contracts and their application Experience managing large-scale construction or utility contracts Proven experience in governance, assurance, and portfolio management Experience in dispute resolution and mediation Strong leadership and team management experience Experience in business-critical decision-making roles Benefits Salary circa 85 -95k per annum Car/Car allowance 2/3 days in Peterborough or Norwich - hybrid working 25 days leave plus bank holidays Holiday buy/sell Private Medical Double matched pension scheme
About The Role What you can expect from us We offer a competitive salary of £59,800 per annum 32 days annual leave plus bank holidays a total of 40 days paid holiday per annum which is equivalent to 8 weeks. Opportunity to further increase annual leave with service or through the holiday purchase scheme. Immediate entry to our Pension scheme (matched contributions up to 10%). A great flexible working environment, with a range of family friendly policies. Health cash plan with financial benefits and the option to extend to your family. Cover includes dental, optical, physiotherapy, 24HR private GP access and much more. Paid leave for absence including sickness, maternity, paternity, and adoption leave. Access of up to £150 annually through the 'Learning for life' scheme. Access to a wide range of discounts and cash back offers, ranging from retail and automotive to holidays and cycle to work scheme. Develop your career with support and access to training and qualifications. About the role The purpose of this role is to be responsible for ensuring the organisation complies with the Building Safety Act 2022 and associated regulations for all higher risk buildings (HRBs). The role provides end to end operational assurance that each occupied HRB is safe well managed and supported by a robust safety case, resident engagement strategy and golden thread of information. You'll be based at our Head Office in Didsbury, with a strong on-site presence across our key apartment schemes at Trencherfield Mill (Wigan), Stanley Park Grand in Handforth, and our Fusion site in Salford. This is a varied, site-based role where you'll spend time across multiple locations depending on business needs. While your main focus will be at Trencherfield Mill, Handforth and Fusion, you'll also need to be flexible and travel to other sites across the organisation when required. Job Responsibilities Property Management To develop and maintain a management system for contractor access control, ensuring that all work carried out is in accordance with contract conditions, service level agreements (SLA's), quality assessment programmes, due diligent processes and health and safety practices in line with legislation. Support access provision in the case of out of hours emergencies. Develop, maintain and update the Safety Case report, ensuring evidence for each building is accurate, validated and recorded in the golden thread. Ensure all building documentation (plans, surveys, structural reports, fire strategies) is complete and up to date. Monitor and track all building related actions (fire, structural, servicing, compartmentation) escalating risks as required. Lead routine building safety reviews, inspections and assurance checks across all HRBs. Property Investment Provide input into capital, and planned investment programmes relating to fire, structural, cladding and compliance. Review and validate investment proposals to ensure they address safety case risks and regulatory requirements. Health & Safety and Security Ensure compliance with the Building Safety Act, Fire Safety Act, Fire Safety (England) Regulations. Lead on mandatory reporting to the Building Safety Regulator and ensure building registrations are met. Act as the day-to-day accountable person for building safety risks, ensuring all hazards are identified assessed, controlled and documented. Maintain oversight of fire risk assessments, structural assessments and serious risks requiring immediate mitigation. Ensure out of hours cover is in place for HRB. Act as a first aider on behalf of Onward. Contractor Management Ensure those contractors delivering fire, structural and compliance works are competent, accredited and performance managed. Review contractor survey outputs, validation reports, FRA actions, and engineering assessments for quality and accuracy. Partnership Working Work collaboratively with partners including the Primary Fire Authority Partner, Local Fire and Rescue Services, Police Service, Local Authority and any other relevant stakeholder to ensure effective management and compliance including disaster recovery within the premises. Act as primary operational contact for the Building Safety Regulator. Work collaboratively across internal services (Repairs, Neighbourhoods, Compliance, Assets, Leasehold, Legal) to deliver joined up outcomes. Customer Deliver the Resident Engagement Strategy for higher risk buildings, ensuring residents are informed, involved and reassured. Oversee the building safety concerns process, ensuring concerns are logged, investigated and responded to in statutory timescales. Provide clear building safety information, support engagement sessions and management resident communications. Essential: Knowledge and experience in the operation of relevant statutory regulations, including health and safety matters. Experience and knowledge of CDM, compliance, fire and structural safety Project management skills to assist in the organisation of planned/reactive works to the premises ensuring continued use of premises as necessary. Experience of working in a customer-focused environment providing staff, visitors and customers with an excellent service A demonstrable methodical approach to work, with sound organisational skills, within a team environment but also an ability to work on your own High quality communication skills (both written and verbal) IT skills/experience to enable effective communication and work planning Minimum of five years relevant building management experience in commercial buildings and/or complex residential properties. Experience of managing staff and contractors, working to contractual specification to deliver high quality performance. Flexible approach to the tasks required and the hours of duty. It may be necessary to be contacted out of hours in the event of an emergency. Desirable: Understanding of BIM protocol. Have a minimum of 5 years expience in residential fire safety and a detailed working knowledge of Approved Document B,LACORS, national fire safety guidance on Purpose Built Blocks of Flats and NFCC guidance on Specialised Housing. Qualifications Essential: Professional qualification in a property/building related specialism i.e Degree, BSc or 5 years relevant construction industry experience. Hold a recognised Building Management or Fire Safety qualification (i.e. CIOB Level 6 Building Safety Management, BSC Fire Safety and Risk Management) or be willing to work towards. First Aider Qualification Desirable: (training will be made available) Membership of professional body i.e IFE,FPA,IFSM P405 BOHS Management of Asbestos in Buildings P901 BOHS Legionella Management and Control NEBOSH National Certificate in fire safety and Risk Management or similar About The Organisation About Onward Onward Homes is one of the largest registered providers of social housing in the Northwest, with 35,000 properties across the region. We believe that everyone deserves a place to call their own, which is why we're committed to building 500 new homes each year. We do more than just provide a roof over our customers' heads, we're here to make a real difference. In addition to creating positive spaces for our customers we continuously strive to create a positive and progressive workspace to enable our colleagues to achieve their full potential. We embrace diversity and strive for diverse teams to create an inclusive culture which enables Onward to thrive and be representative of the communities that we serve. We want to ensure that everybody has an opportunity to be part of our recruitment processes and will therefore make reasonable adjustments to accommodate our candidates. Please let us know if there is anything we can do to assist you with our recruitment process via the email address below. If candidates have any concerns / questions in relation to the role at any stage of the recruitment and selection process they can contact the HR team on and a member of the HR Team will be in touch.
12/06/2026
Full time
About The Role What you can expect from us We offer a competitive salary of £59,800 per annum 32 days annual leave plus bank holidays a total of 40 days paid holiday per annum which is equivalent to 8 weeks. Opportunity to further increase annual leave with service or through the holiday purchase scheme. Immediate entry to our Pension scheme (matched contributions up to 10%). A great flexible working environment, with a range of family friendly policies. Health cash plan with financial benefits and the option to extend to your family. Cover includes dental, optical, physiotherapy, 24HR private GP access and much more. Paid leave for absence including sickness, maternity, paternity, and adoption leave. Access of up to £150 annually through the 'Learning for life' scheme. Access to a wide range of discounts and cash back offers, ranging from retail and automotive to holidays and cycle to work scheme. Develop your career with support and access to training and qualifications. About the role The purpose of this role is to be responsible for ensuring the organisation complies with the Building Safety Act 2022 and associated regulations for all higher risk buildings (HRBs). The role provides end to end operational assurance that each occupied HRB is safe well managed and supported by a robust safety case, resident engagement strategy and golden thread of information. You'll be based at our Head Office in Didsbury, with a strong on-site presence across our key apartment schemes at Trencherfield Mill (Wigan), Stanley Park Grand in Handforth, and our Fusion site in Salford. This is a varied, site-based role where you'll spend time across multiple locations depending on business needs. While your main focus will be at Trencherfield Mill, Handforth and Fusion, you'll also need to be flexible and travel to other sites across the organisation when required. Job Responsibilities Property Management To develop and maintain a management system for contractor access control, ensuring that all work carried out is in accordance with contract conditions, service level agreements (SLA's), quality assessment programmes, due diligent processes and health and safety practices in line with legislation. Support access provision in the case of out of hours emergencies. Develop, maintain and update the Safety Case report, ensuring evidence for each building is accurate, validated and recorded in the golden thread. Ensure all building documentation (plans, surveys, structural reports, fire strategies) is complete and up to date. Monitor and track all building related actions (fire, structural, servicing, compartmentation) escalating risks as required. Lead routine building safety reviews, inspections and assurance checks across all HRBs. Property Investment Provide input into capital, and planned investment programmes relating to fire, structural, cladding and compliance. Review and validate investment proposals to ensure they address safety case risks and regulatory requirements. Health & Safety and Security Ensure compliance with the Building Safety Act, Fire Safety Act, Fire Safety (England) Regulations. Lead on mandatory reporting to the Building Safety Regulator and ensure building registrations are met. Act as the day-to-day accountable person for building safety risks, ensuring all hazards are identified assessed, controlled and documented. Maintain oversight of fire risk assessments, structural assessments and serious risks requiring immediate mitigation. Ensure out of hours cover is in place for HRB. Act as a first aider on behalf of Onward. Contractor Management Ensure those contractors delivering fire, structural and compliance works are competent, accredited and performance managed. Review contractor survey outputs, validation reports, FRA actions, and engineering assessments for quality and accuracy. Partnership Working Work collaboratively with partners including the Primary Fire Authority Partner, Local Fire and Rescue Services, Police Service, Local Authority and any other relevant stakeholder to ensure effective management and compliance including disaster recovery within the premises. Act as primary operational contact for the Building Safety Regulator. Work collaboratively across internal services (Repairs, Neighbourhoods, Compliance, Assets, Leasehold, Legal) to deliver joined up outcomes. Customer Deliver the Resident Engagement Strategy for higher risk buildings, ensuring residents are informed, involved and reassured. Oversee the building safety concerns process, ensuring concerns are logged, investigated and responded to in statutory timescales. Provide clear building safety information, support engagement sessions and management resident communications. Essential: Knowledge and experience in the operation of relevant statutory regulations, including health and safety matters. Experience and knowledge of CDM, compliance, fire and structural safety Project management skills to assist in the organisation of planned/reactive works to the premises ensuring continued use of premises as necessary. Experience of working in a customer-focused environment providing staff, visitors and customers with an excellent service A demonstrable methodical approach to work, with sound organisational skills, within a team environment but also an ability to work on your own High quality communication skills (both written and verbal) IT skills/experience to enable effective communication and work planning Minimum of five years relevant building management experience in commercial buildings and/or complex residential properties. Experience of managing staff and contractors, working to contractual specification to deliver high quality performance. Flexible approach to the tasks required and the hours of duty. It may be necessary to be contacted out of hours in the event of an emergency. Desirable: Understanding of BIM protocol. Have a minimum of 5 years expience in residential fire safety and a detailed working knowledge of Approved Document B,LACORS, national fire safety guidance on Purpose Built Blocks of Flats and NFCC guidance on Specialised Housing. Qualifications Essential: Professional qualification in a property/building related specialism i.e Degree, BSc or 5 years relevant construction industry experience. Hold a recognised Building Management or Fire Safety qualification (i.e. CIOB Level 6 Building Safety Management, BSC Fire Safety and Risk Management) or be willing to work towards. First Aider Qualification Desirable: (training will be made available) Membership of professional body i.e IFE,FPA,IFSM P405 BOHS Management of Asbestos in Buildings P901 BOHS Legionella Management and Control NEBOSH National Certificate in fire safety and Risk Management or similar About The Organisation About Onward Onward Homes is one of the largest registered providers of social housing in the Northwest, with 35,000 properties across the region. We believe that everyone deserves a place to call their own, which is why we're committed to building 500 new homes each year. We do more than just provide a roof over our customers' heads, we're here to make a real difference. In addition to creating positive spaces for our customers we continuously strive to create a positive and progressive workspace to enable our colleagues to achieve their full potential. We embrace diversity and strive for diverse teams to create an inclusive culture which enables Onward to thrive and be representative of the communities that we serve. We want to ensure that everybody has an opportunity to be part of our recruitment processes and will therefore make reasonable adjustments to accommodate our candidates. Please let us know if there is anything we can do to assist you with our recruitment process via the email address below. If candidates have any concerns / questions in relation to the role at any stage of the recruitment and selection process they can contact the HR team on and a member of the HR Team will be in touch.
Head of Operations (Foundry Background) Competitive Salary + Car Allowance + Bonus A rare opportunity has arisen for an experienced Operations Manager to join a well-established, globally backed engineering and manufacturing business. This is a high-impact leadership role where you will play a pivotal role in shaping and delivering the operational strategy, driving performance and leading large, multidisciplinary teams in a complex, metal casting environment. The Opportunity. This is a business investing in its future with a clear mandate to enhance operational performance, improve efficiency and embed a culture of continuous improvement. You will have the autonomy and backing to make meaningful, lasting changes across the sit e. Key Responsibilities Lead end-to-end site operations across production and maintenance Develop and execute operational strategy aligned to business growth objectives Drive improvements across safety, quality, cost, delivery, and people (SQCDP) Implement and embed Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and CI initiatives Optimise manufacturing processes across foundry and machining environments Oversee maintenance strategy to maximise asset reliability and uptime Lead, develop and inspire a high-performing operations team Manage budgets, capital investment and cost optimisation programmes Collaborate cross-functionally with engineering, quality and commercial teams About You Proven experience as a Head of Operations, Plant Manager, or equivalent senior leader Strong knowledge of foundry processes (investment casting, sand casting, die casting, centrifugal casting or similar) - Essential Demonstrated success leading large-scale manufacturing operations Track record of delivering operational excellence and cultural transformation Deep understanding of Lean, CI tools, and modern manufacturing practices Strong leadership presence with the ability to influence at board level Engineering degree or equivalent experience Why Apply Strategic, high-visibility role reporting to the CEO Opportunity to lead and transform a significant UK manufacturing site Backed by a financially stable and growth-focused group Genuine autonomy to shape operations and deliver measurable impact Apply now to be considered! At Morgan Ryder we can provide you with a full range of employment opportunities from short term and fixed term temporary vacancies to permanent positions. We recruit for companies that operate in the following industries: Defence Equipment, Food and Drink Manufacturers, FMCG, Packaging, Engineering, Automotive, Aerospace, Warehousing, Logistics, Waste Management, Petro Chemical, Pharmaceutical, Power & Renewable Energy. Our commitment: Equal opportunities are important to us. We believe that diversity and inclusion at Morgan Ryder Associates are critical to our success as DE&I positive company, so we want to recruit, develop, and keep the best talent. We encourage applications from everyone, regardless of background, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability status, ethnicity, belief, age, family or parental status, and any other characteristic. Please note that calls to and from the offices of Morgan Ryder Associates Ltd. may be monitored or recorded. This is to ensure compliance with regulatory procedures, record business transactions and for training purposes.
11/06/2026
Full time
Head of Operations (Foundry Background) Competitive Salary + Car Allowance + Bonus A rare opportunity has arisen for an experienced Operations Manager to join a well-established, globally backed engineering and manufacturing business. This is a high-impact leadership role where you will play a pivotal role in shaping and delivering the operational strategy, driving performance and leading large, multidisciplinary teams in a complex, metal casting environment. The Opportunity. This is a business investing in its future with a clear mandate to enhance operational performance, improve efficiency and embed a culture of continuous improvement. You will have the autonomy and backing to make meaningful, lasting changes across the sit e. Key Responsibilities Lead end-to-end site operations across production and maintenance Develop and execute operational strategy aligned to business growth objectives Drive improvements across safety, quality, cost, delivery, and people (SQCDP) Implement and embed Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and CI initiatives Optimise manufacturing processes across foundry and machining environments Oversee maintenance strategy to maximise asset reliability and uptime Lead, develop and inspire a high-performing operations team Manage budgets, capital investment and cost optimisation programmes Collaborate cross-functionally with engineering, quality and commercial teams About You Proven experience as a Head of Operations, Plant Manager, or equivalent senior leader Strong knowledge of foundry processes (investment casting, sand casting, die casting, centrifugal casting or similar) - Essential Demonstrated success leading large-scale manufacturing operations Track record of delivering operational excellence and cultural transformation Deep understanding of Lean, CI tools, and modern manufacturing practices Strong leadership presence with the ability to influence at board level Engineering degree or equivalent experience Why Apply Strategic, high-visibility role reporting to the CEO Opportunity to lead and transform a significant UK manufacturing site Backed by a financially stable and growth-focused group Genuine autonomy to shape operations and deliver measurable impact Apply now to be considered! At Morgan Ryder we can provide you with a full range of employment opportunities from short term and fixed term temporary vacancies to permanent positions. We recruit for companies that operate in the following industries: Defence Equipment, Food and Drink Manufacturers, FMCG, Packaging, Engineering, Automotive, Aerospace, Warehousing, Logistics, Waste Management, Petro Chemical, Pharmaceutical, Power & Renewable Energy. Our commitment: Equal opportunities are important to us. We believe that diversity and inclusion at Morgan Ryder Associates are critical to our success as DE&I positive company, so we want to recruit, develop, and keep the best talent. We encourage applications from everyone, regardless of background, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability status, ethnicity, belief, age, family or parental status, and any other characteristic. Please note that calls to and from the offices of Morgan Ryder Associates Ltd. may be monitored or recorded. This is to ensure compliance with regulatory procedures, record business transactions and for training purposes.
Marks Consulting Partners Limited
Stoke-on-trent, Staffordshire
Marks Consulting Partners are currently recruiting for a Head of Assets to work with one of our local authority clients in the West Midlands. This is a temporary position paying £600 per day, with hybrid working available. What you will be doing: Providing strategic leadership across a local authority's property and asset management function Managing and leading a team of surveyors and property professionals, ensuring effective delivery of asset and estates services Acting as the lead adviser on all asset management matters and providing professional guidance to senior leadership and elected members Leading the development and implementation of asset strategies to maximise the value and performance of the property portfolio Overseeing estate management, property management, valuations, acquisitions and disposals, and contract management activities Driving service improvements and ensuring assets are managed in line with corporate objectives and statutory requirements Developing effective relationships with internal departments, external organisations and key stakeholders Supporting the delivery of regeneration, capital and investment projects across the authority Ensuring strong governance, compliance and performance management across the asset function What you will need: MRICS qualification is essential Significant experience within asset management and estates functions, ideally within a local authority or public sector environment Proven experience managing and leading teams of surveyors and property professionals Extensive knowledge of estate management, valuations, property management, acquisitions and disposals, and contract management Experience operating at a senior management level and advising senior stakeholders on complex property matters Strong leadership, communication and stakeholder management skills Experience developing and implementing asset strategies and delivering service improvements Commercial awareness and the ability to manage a diverse property portfolio Previous experience within an interim local authority role would be highly desirable. If this job is not quite right for you but you are looking for something new, please contact us for a confidential discussion. Marks Consulting Partners specialise in contract and permanent recruitment of technical property, regeneration and development, housing services and HR staff to the public sector including housing associations, local authorities and related private sector organisations. We do not advertise all our vacancies so please give us a call and register with us to be notified of all suitable roles.
11/06/2026
Seasonal
Marks Consulting Partners are currently recruiting for a Head of Assets to work with one of our local authority clients in the West Midlands. This is a temporary position paying £600 per day, with hybrid working available. What you will be doing: Providing strategic leadership across a local authority's property and asset management function Managing and leading a team of surveyors and property professionals, ensuring effective delivery of asset and estates services Acting as the lead adviser on all asset management matters and providing professional guidance to senior leadership and elected members Leading the development and implementation of asset strategies to maximise the value and performance of the property portfolio Overseeing estate management, property management, valuations, acquisitions and disposals, and contract management activities Driving service improvements and ensuring assets are managed in line with corporate objectives and statutory requirements Developing effective relationships with internal departments, external organisations and key stakeholders Supporting the delivery of regeneration, capital and investment projects across the authority Ensuring strong governance, compliance and performance management across the asset function What you will need: MRICS qualification is essential Significant experience within asset management and estates functions, ideally within a local authority or public sector environment Proven experience managing and leading teams of surveyors and property professionals Extensive knowledge of estate management, valuations, property management, acquisitions and disposals, and contract management Experience operating at a senior management level and advising senior stakeholders on complex property matters Strong leadership, communication and stakeholder management skills Experience developing and implementing asset strategies and delivering service improvements Commercial awareness and the ability to manage a diverse property portfolio Previous experience within an interim local authority role would be highly desirable. If this job is not quite right for you but you are looking for something new, please contact us for a confidential discussion. Marks Consulting Partners specialise in contract and permanent recruitment of technical property, regeneration and development, housing services and HR staff to the public sector including housing associations, local authorities and related private sector organisations. We do not advertise all our vacancies so please give us a call and register with us to be notified of all suitable roles.
