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Assistant Director - Asset Management and Improvement

Employer
Sandwell Metropolitan Borough Council
Location
Operations and Development Centre, Roway Lane, Oldbury B69 3ES
Salary
SM2 (Hay Level 2 - £77,462 - £88,557 per annum)
Closing date
9 Jun 2022
Reference
SAND000006195

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Sector
Local Councils
Job Type
Asset management, Housing, Management
Contract Type
Permanent
Working Pattern
Standard
Hours
Full-Time

Job Details

Sandwell Metropolitan Borough Council has ‘Big Plans for a Great Place’.

With a population of c.328,000 and a large housing stock c.28,000, the Council has a very strong commitment to and pride in improving the quality of existing stock, making sure that properties are safe, compliant and energy efficient.  Excitingly, by 2030, we also aim to have 8,000 more new homes in the borough which will be a mix of council house building, homes built by registered housing providers and the private sector. To enable the delivery of all of our ambitions, we are now seeking to recruit an Assistant Director who is passionate about improving the quality of housing for our tenants, has a focus on compliance and regulation and is willing to take the difficult decisions for the right outcomes.

As a strategic leader you will be forward thinking, solutions focussed and offer a commercial view on the long-term strategy, as the Council looks to grow a new culture and develop expertise and capacity within the housing directorate.  You will be joining a small but progressive leadership team that will enable you to influence and work within a leadership culture that is open to change and innovation.  You will also provide high level professional advice to the Council and Cabinet Members on your service areas and, lead on systems change to improve the stock and outcomes for tenants, whilst delivering real plans for more energy efficient homes and the shift to net zero carbon.

The Council has been through significant changes and challenges over the past couple of years. We are committed to continuing our improvement journey, transforming and modernising the Council business to get the best outcomes for Sandwell residents. This opportunity presents not only a huge challenge but also a great opportunity to lead, develop and continuously improve a wide range of business-critical services whilst ensuring the best tenant experience. We are realistic that our ambitious changes cannot be made overnight - This is why we are seeking an individual who is up for the challenge to join us in delivering this ambitious agenda for Sandwell – Big Plans for a Great Place.

For further information on the role and how to apply please click on the link below:-

https://www.campbelltickell.com/careers_archive/assistant-director-of-asset-management-and-improvement-sandwell-metropolitan-borough-council/

For a further discussion please contact Kelly Shaw at kelly.shaw@campbelltickell.com

or 07900 363803. | Closing date: Friday 10th June 2022 (9am)

Hours

37 hours per week

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Company

Who are we?

Sandwell is situated at the very heart of the West Midlands, just a stone’s throw from Birmingham. A large, diverse, metropolitan borough, Sandwell offers exciting opportunities for all in a friendly, supportive environment.

Why work for us?

  • Generous annual leave entitlements
  • Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme
  • Access to an award-winning employee benefits scheme, which includes:
  • An exclusive retail discounts portal
  • Salary sacrifice schemes for cars, bikes, technology and car parking
  • An employee assistance and counselling service
  • Annual leave purchase scheme
  • A wide variety of learning and development opportunities
  • Flexi-time working
  • A variety of leave schemes including carers, compassionate, maternity and paternity
  • Volunteering scheme

Your career at Sandwell Council

We offer something for everyone, with an incredibly wide range of career opportunities, at any stage of your career, from apprentices to senior managers.

Whether your focus is a support service, such as Finance, Human Resources, Legal or ICT, or a frontline service, such as Social Care, Planning & Regeneration, Housing or Leisure, it’s worth looking at what Sandwell has to offer.

Our plans for the future

Our Vision 2030 shows just how committed we are to creating the best future possible for our communities and for the people who live and work in Sandwell. 

We’re a progressive organisation, and we’re proud of what we’ve achieved so far, but we know there’s much more to do to make our vision. For more information on our plans for the future see our dedicated vision 2030 page; http://www.sandwell.gov.uk/Vision2030

For more information about working for Sandwell Council, our recruitment process and our offer to you please visit;

https://www.sandwell.gov.uk/counciljobs

For information on our Values and Behaviours, please visit:

https://www.sandwell.gov.uk/council/values-behaviours

To view a copy of the Local Government Career Guide, please visit;

https://www.wmjobs.co.uk/staticpages/30847/local-government-careers

Company info
Website
Telephone
0121 569 3300
Location
Sandwell Metropolitan Borough Council
Sandwell Council House
Freeth Street
Oldbury
West Midlands
B69 3BS
United Kingdom

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