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We are looking for a someone with excellent customer service skills to join our Facilities Management Team at the Civic Centre site. The successful candidate will help make sure our building and meeting rooms are welcoming, well-organised and run smoothly for staff, visitors and external hirers.&nbsp;
This role involves providing cover for our reception, support in the set up of rooms for meetings and events and assist with administrative duties for the team. Applicants &nbsp;should have good communication skills and be confident undertaking basic computer tasks as well as having previous customer service experience and be able to work well within a team.
Find out more about Chelmsford and Working for the City Council by viewing our Uncover Your Potential brochure above.
As an accredited Essex Family Friendly Employer, this full-time role can be job-shared or part-time if we can fill the remaining hours. Please mention this in your supporting statement. if you are interested. For more details please visit: <a href="https://www.essex.gov.uk/family-friendly-charter.&amp;nbsp" target="_blank">https://www.essex.gov.uk/family-friendly-charter.&amp;nbsp</a>;
Chelmsford City Council is committed to safeguarding vulnerable groups and expects all employees to share this commitment and have a range of policies and procedures in place which promote safeguarding and safer working practices across our services. The Council's Safer Recruitment process contains pre-employment checks which includes safeguarding training, obtaining references and ensuring compliance with Disclosure and Barring Service process.
To view further details for this role including a job description, please click the link on the attachments section.

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Chelmsford City Council operates four leisure centres across the city, each offering a diverse range of sport and fitness activities to the local community.
Riverside Leisure Centre is our flagship facility, providing a dynamic environment where people of all ages and abilities can enjoy staying active. Every team member plays a vital role in delivering&nbsp;exceptional service in a fast-paced, energetic setting. If you're passionate about fitness and customer service, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.
We are currently seeking a motivated and personable individual to join our gym team. The ideal applicant will have a natural flair for building rapport and supporting others on their fitness journey. Working alongside our experienced gym instructors, you’ll deliver outstanding customer service, conduct inductions and assessments, and help members achieve their health and fitness goals.
The successful applicant will need to hold a Level 3 qualification in Personal Training, demonstrate excellent communication and customer care skills, and bring a high level of enthusiasm and professionalism to your work.
Key responsibilities in this role include designing and delivering personalised fitness, conducting fitness assessments and support member retention, leading group exercise classes in line with your qualifications, and assisting with the day-to-day operations of the gym floor
If you're ready to make a difference and grow your career in leisure, we’d love to hear from you.
This part time position, of 14.75 hours per week, is available to support the opening hours of the centre [Monday – Friday, 6am – 10pm, and Saturday and Sunday, 6am – 7pm]. Shifts will operate on a three week rotating schedule and will include evening and weekend shifts.
For more details about shift patterns, please email <a href="mailto:riverside@chelmsford.gov.uk" target="_blank">riverside@chelmsford.gov.uk</a>.
Chelmsford City Council is committed to safeguarding vulnerable groups and expects all employees to share this commitment and have a range of policies and procedures in place which promote safeguarding and safer working practices across our services. The Council's Safer Recruitment process contains pre-employment checks which includes safeguarding training, obtaining references and ensuring compliance with Disclosure and Barring Service process.

Gym Instructor - Level 3

We have an exciting opportunity within our busy Customer Service team. We are currently seeking 3 full-time and 1 part-time enthusiastic and highly motivated people to join us as a Customer Service Advisor, our office working hours are Monday-Thursday 8.30-5pm and Friday 8.30am-4.30pm We are looking for individuals who have excellent communicators at all levels. The ideal candidates will be professional and have a positive attitude, have experience of dealing with customers and be able to work under pressure. Ideally, the candidates will have extensive computer experience (although some training will be given). They will need to demonstrate that they can provide an excellent service to all customers contacting the Council in accordance with the Council’s Customer Charter and ensure that a positive image of the Council is conveyed at all times.Unfortunately, we are unable to consider applications from candidates who require visa sponsorship.





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Customer Service Advisors

<h4>Housing Customer Relations Officer</h4>Location: Castle Point Council Offices, Kiln RoadSalary: £33,699 - £37,280 per annum (Grade 6 - SCP 22 - 26)Working Hours: 37 hours per week Contract Type: Permanent Number of Positions: OneDBS Check:EnhancedCastle Point Borough Council - Castle Point, EssexHousing Customer Relations OfficerFull Time – 37 hours Grade 6 – SCP Range 22-26£33,699 - £37,280Closing date: Thursday 6th November 2025Castle Point Borough Council is seeking to appoint a dedicated and compassionate Housing Customer Relations Officer, to deliver a resident focussed, data led, performance driven service. We’d like to hear from you if you are passionate about delivering exceptional customer service and driving continuous improvement in housing services. You will thrive in a dynamic environment where you skills in complaint resolution and stakeholder engagement make a real difference.As our Housing Customer Relations Officer, you’ll lead the complaints and customer relations function within Housing Management Services. You’ll ensure statutory compliance, high-quality service delivery, and use feedback to shape future housing policies and services. You’ll be the key contact for residents, Members, MPs, and external stakeholders, managing complex complaints, Ombudsman enquiries, FOIs, and subject access requests. Your insights will help us improve tenant satisfaction and build sustainable, effective services.Key Responsibilities• Lead and coordinate complaints and casework across housing services• Ensure timely, accurate responses that meet regulatory standards• Liaise with the Housing Ombudsman and produce performance reports• Analyse feedback and implement service improvements• Provide expert advice on complaint resolution and regulatory compliance• Represent the Council at internal and external meetingsAbout YouWe are looking for someone who has:• Strong understanding of complaints handling and customer service• Experience in social housing or local authority settings• Knowledge of housing regulations, TSMs, and statutory procedures• Excellent IT skills (Microsoft Office, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint)• Ability to influence, negotiate, and manage change• Full driving licence and access to transport with business insuranceNot only is this a great role for the right candidate but you also get some great benefits including:<ul><li>27 days Annual leave</li><li>FREE Gym membership</li><li>Membership of the Local Government pension scheme</li><li>Eye test vouchers</li><li>Professional learning development opportunities</li><li>Staff discounts</li><li>Employee Assistance Programme</li></ul>For an informal discussion regarding this role, please contact Mick Lerpiniere (Interim Head of Housing Management) at <a href="mailto:MLerpiniere@castlepoint.gov.uk" target="_blank">MLerpiniere@castlepoint.gov.uk</a>The successful applicant will be subject to an Enhanced Disclosure &amp; Barring Service (DBS) check.The Council is committed to the safeguarding of children and vulnerable adults, and we expect all our employees to share this commitment.Our values: Trust, Respect, Improving and Learning, and Customer FocusCastle Point Borough Council is an Equal Opportunities Employer. <h4>Related Documents</h4><ul><li><a href="view/jobs/docs/Jobs/PRIVACY NOTICE FOR EMPLOYEES 2025.pdf">PRIVACY NOTICE FOR EMPLOYEES 2025.pdf</a> (238kb)</li><li><a href="view/jobs/docs/0000\600/648/Housing Customer Relations Officer.pdf">Housing Customer Relations Officer.pdf</a> (166kb)</li></ul>





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Castle Point Borough Council

Housing Customer Relations Officer

<h4>Housing Engagement Officer</h4>Location: Castle Point Council Offices, Kiln RoadSalary: £33,699 - £37,280 per annum (Grade 6 - SCP 22 - 26)Working Hours: 37 hours per week Contract Type: PermanentNumber of Positions: TwoDBS Check:EnhancedCastle Point Borough CouncilCastle Point, EssexHousing Engagement OfficerFull Time – 37 hours Grade 6 – SCP Range 22-26£33,699 - £37,280Closing date: 6th November 2025Castle Point Borough Council is seeking to appoint two dedicated and compassionate Housing Engagement Officers, to deliver a resident focussed, data led, performance driven service. We’d like to hear from you if you are passionate empowering residents and shaping housing services that truly reflect their needs.As Housing Engagement Officer, you’ll be at the heart of our resident engagement strategy—organising events, facilitating groups, and building strong relationships with stakeholders. You’ll help develop Tenant &amp; Resident Associations (TRAs), resident forums, coordinate surveys, and ensure our services meet the Regulator for Social Housing’s Consumer Standards, especially around Transparency, Influence and Accountability.Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Deliver inclusive and effective resident engagement services</li><li>Promote and support TRAs and other stakeholder groups</li><li>Organise and attend meetings and events, taking minutes and following up actions</li><li>Use social media, newsletters, and other channels to promote engagement opportunities</li><li>Represent the Council at internal and external meetings</li></ul>About YouWe are looking for someone who has:<ul><li>Excellent communication and facilitation skills</li><li>Strong organisational and administrative abilities</li><li>Proven experience in resident engagement or tenant participation</li><li>Knowledge of housing regulation and consumer standards</li><li>IT literacy including Microsoft Office tools</li><li>A respectful, empathetic approach and commitment to equality and diversity</li><li>A valid driving licence and access to transport with business insurance</li></ul>Not only is this a great role for the right candidate but you also get some great benefits including:<ul><li>27 days Annual leave</li><li>FREE Gym membership</li><li>Membership of the Local Government pension scheme</li><li>Eye test vouchers</li><li>Professional learning development opportunities</li><li>Staff discounts</li><li>Employee Assistance Programme</li></ul>For an informal discussion regarding this role, please contact Mick Lerpiniere (Interim Head of Housing Management) at <a href="mailto:MLerpiniere@castlepoint.gov.uk" target="_blank">MLerpiniere@castlepoint.gov.uk</a>The successful applicant will be subject to an Enhanced Disclosure &amp; Barring Service (DBS) check.The Council is committed to the safeguarding of children and vulnerable adults, and we expect all our employees to share this commitment.Our values: Trust, Respect, Improving and Learning, and Customer FocusCastle Point Borough Council is an Equal Opportunities Employer. <h4>Related Documents</h4><ul><li><a href="view/jobs/docs/Jobs/PRIVACY NOTICE FOR EMPLOYEES 2025.pdf">PRIVACY NOTICE FOR EMPLOYEES 2025.pdf</a> (238kb)</li><li><a href="view/jobs/docs/0000\600/650/Housing Engagement Officer .pdf">Housing Engagement Officer .pdf</a> (169kb)</li></ul>





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Housing Engagement Officer

<h4>Neighbourhood Management Officer</h4>Location: Castle Point Council Offices, Kiln RoadSalary: £38,220 - £41,771 per annum (Grade 7 - SCP 27 - 31)Working Hours: 37 hours per week Contract Type: PermanentNumber of Positions: OneDBS Check:EnhancedCastle Point Borough CouncilCastle Point, EssexNeighbourhood Management OfficerFull Time – 37 hours Grade 7 – SCP Range 27-31£38,220 - £41,771Closing Date: 6th November 2025Castle Point Borough Council is seeking to appoint a dedicated and compassionate Neighbourhood Management Officer, to deliver a resident focussed, data led, performance driven service. We’d like to hear from you if are passionate about creating safe, vibrant neighbourhoods where residents can thrive. You will contribute to ensuring the delivery of a customer focused, effective and value for money service, reflecting the highest standards of service excellence. If you thrive on building strong relationships with residents, ensuring tenancies are sustainable, and helping to shape communities, we encourage you to apply for this role.Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Managing a patch of tenancies, leases and licences, including sheltered housing</li><li>Conducting tenancy audits and neighbourhood inspections</li><li>Supporting vulnerable residents and linking them to vital services</li><li>Tackling anti-social behaviour and safeguarding concerns</li><li>Leading on tenancy changes, complaints and legal proceedings</li><li>Collaborating with internal teams and external partners to deliver high-quality housing services</li></ul>About YouWe are looking for someone who:<ul><li>Experienced in housing or customer service</li><li>Skilled in communication, problem solving and partnership working</li><li>Has knowledge about housing legislation, welfare benefits and safeguarding</li><li>Has IT skills and is confident using Microsoft Office</li><li>Committed to equality, diversity and excellent customer care</li><li>Has experience in sheltered housing or similar environments</li><li>Has a flexible attitude to being called upon to work in an emergency or unusual circumstances</li><li>Holds a valid driving licence and has access to transport with business insurance</li></ul>Not only is this a great role for the right candidate but you also get some great benefits including:<ul><li>27 days Annual leave</li><li>FREE Gym membership</li><li>Membership of the Local Government pension scheme</li><li>Eye test vouchers</li><li>Professional learning development opportunities</li><li>Staff discounts</li><li>Employee Assistance Programme</li></ul>For an informal discussion regarding this role, please contact Mick Lerpiniere (Interim Head of Housing Management) at <a href="mailto:MLerpiniere@castlepoint.gov.uk" target="_blank">MLerpiniere@castlepoint.gov.uk</a>The successful applicant will be subject to an Enhanced Disclosure &amp; Barring Service (DBS) check.The Council is committed to the safeguarding of children and vulnerable adults, and we expect all our employees to share this commitment.Our values: Trust, Respect, Improving and Learning, and Customer FocusCastle Point Borough Council is an Equal Opportunities Employer. <h4>Related Documents</h4><ul><li><a href="view/jobs/docs/Jobs/PRIVACY NOTICE FOR EMPLOYEES 2025.pdf">PRIVACY NOTICE FOR EMPLOYEES 2025.pdf</a> (238kb)</li><li><a href="view/jobs/docs/0000\600/651/Neighbourhood Management Officer JD.pdf">Neighbourhood Management Officer JD.pdf</a> (175kb)</li></ul>





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Neighbourhood Management Officer

<h4>Senior Leaseholder and Customer Relations Officer</h4>Location: Castle Point Council Offices, Kiln RoadSalary: £42,839 - £47,181 per annum (Grade 8 SCP 32 - 36)Working Hours: 37 hours per week Contract Duration: Permanent Number of Positions: OneDBS Check: EnhancedCastlepoint Borough CouncilCastle Point, EssexSenior Leasehold and Customer Relations OfficerFull Time – 37 hours Grade 8 – SCP Range 32-36£42,839 - £47,181Closing Date: 6th November 2025Castle Point Borough Council is seeking to appoint a dedicated and compassionate Senior Leasehold and Customer Relations Officer, to deliver a resident focussed, data led, performance driven service. We’d like to hear from you if you are passionate empowering residents and shaping housing services that truly reflect their needs.As our Senior Leasehold and Customer Relations Officer, you’ll manage a dedicated team focussed on resident engagement, customer relations and complaints resolution – ensuring our services are transparent, accountable and responsive.Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Lead and develop a team of Customer Relations and Engagement Officers</li><li>Champion resident involvement through Tenant &amp; Resident Associations and community initiatives</li><li>Oversee complex complaints and casework, ensuring timely and effective resolution</li><li>Drive service improvements using resident feedback and Tenant Satisfaction Measures (TSM)</li><li>Ensure compliance with housing regulations and the Regulator of Social Housing Consumer Standards.</li><li>Represent the Council at internal and external meetings</li></ul>About YouWe are looking for someone who has:<ul><li>Strong leadership skills</li><li>Brings experience in social housing, complaints handling and resident engagement</li><li>Understands housing regulations, TSMs and local government operations</li><li>Is confident in influencing stakeholders and driving change</li><li>Full driving licence and access to transport with business insurance</li></ul>Not only is this a great role for the right candidate but you also get some great benefits including:<ul><li>27 days Annual leave</li><li>FREE Gym membership</li><li>Membership of the Local Government pension scheme</li><li>Eye test vouchers</li><li>Professional learning development opportunities</li><li>Staff discounts</li><li>Employee Assistance Programme</li></ul>For an informal discussion regarding this role, please contact Mick Lerpiniere (Interim Head of Housing Management) at <a href="mailto:MLerpiniere@castlepoint.gov.uk" target="_blank">MLerpiniere@castlepoint.gov.uk</a>The successful applicant will be subject to an Enhanced Disclosure &amp; Barring Service (DBS) check.The Council is committed to the safeguarding of children and vulnerable adults, and we expect all our employees to share this commitment.Our values: Trust, Respect, Improving and Learning, and Customer FocusCastle Point Borough Council is an Equal Opportunities Employer. <h4>Related Documents</h4><ul><li><a href="view/jobs/docs/Jobs/PRIVACY NOTICE FOR EMPLOYEES 2025.pdf">PRIVACY NOTICE FOR EMPLOYEES 2025.pdf</a> (238kb)</li><li><a href="view/jobs/docs/0000\600/649/Senior Leaseholder and Customer Relations Officer .pdf">Senior Leaseholder and Customer Relations Officer .pdf</a> (174kb)</li></ul>





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Interim Head of Waste ManagementTemporary, Full TimePay Rate: Up to £650/day UmbrellaLocation: ChelmsfordClosing Date: 2 November 2025The Role This is a major leadership opportunity within one of the UK's largest and most complex Waste Disposal Authorities. Managing services that handle over 650,000 tonnes of waste each year across Essex, you will oversee operations spanning 21 Recycling Centres, 4 Transfer Stations, and multiple closed landfill sites, supported by a workforce of over 200 operational staff. The role carries responsibility for multi-million-pound contracts worth over £1 billion in total, covering residual waste treatment, recycling, reuse and haulage. It demands strategic oversight of complex commercial arrangements, performance management, and compliance across a high-risk, regulated environment. You'll work as part of a collaborative leadership team- driving efficiency, innovation and environmental excellence - supporting Essex's ambitions to deliver a great service for residents and support a low carbon, circular economy. Interviews for this role will take place on Monday 10 November.To read more about our business area, please visit<a href="https://www.workingforessex.com/role/climate-environment-and-customer-services?source=workingforessex.com" target="_blank">Climate, Environment and Customer Services</a>The OpportunityWork as part of a collaborative senior management team. Identify and implement optimal changes to waste functions to ensure improved environmental benefits and cost efficiencies, whilst still protecting local services.You can expect to be accountable for the following<ul><li>
Operational management - safe and efficient day-to-day management of all recycling centres, transfer stations and haulage fleet</li></ul><ul><li>
Health and Safety - manage all health and safety issues in relation to the WDA services, always ensuring safety and compliance for officers, contractors and members of the public.</li></ul><ul><li>
Financial control - provide robust and financial management of waste budgets (circa. £90m per annum), savings targets and forecasting requirements.</li></ul><ul><li>
Major procurements - provide support and expertise to existing procurements, advising on waste management practices and operational excellence.</li></ul><ul><li>
Closed landfill sites - ensure the closed landfill sites are managed in accordance with regulatory requirements and maximise any associated revenue.</li></ul><ul><li>
Contract management - work closely with the central contract management function to ensure that major contractors are compliant and delivering excellent levels of service.</li></ul><ul><li>
Line management - direct line management of 7 staff and overall responsibility for all (200+) waste operations staff. Ensuring at all times that these staff understand the priorities, objectives and policies of ECC's WDA.</li></ul><ul><li>
Stakeholder Management - work closely with the 12 Waste Collection Authorities across Essex providing effective waste disposal and treatment directions.</li></ul><ul><li>
Project Management - undertake any assigned projects, ensuring that agreed outcomes are delivered on time, within budget and to the expected standard.</li></ul>The Experience You Will Bring:<ul><li>A Chartered Waste Manager (MCIWM) with Extensive and demonstrable experience of senior waste service leadership</li></ul><ul><li>Sound knowledge of current and emerging waste and resources policy and legislation</li></ul><ul><li>In depth understanding of operational techniques and practices including recycling centre operations, waste transfer operations, waste treatment and disposal methods and experience managing complex waste related contracts</li></ul><ul><li>Considerable experience of managing multi-million-pound budgets effectively and forecasting future budget requirements</li></ul><ul><li>Experience in managing staff, with a commitment to staff development.</li></ul><ul><li>Ability to communicate effectively to different audiences including members, directors, waste officers, operatives and the public</li></ul><ul><li>Highly skilled in ensuring compliance with all environmental permitting and health and safety guidance and legislation relevant to the management of local authority collected wastes or equivalent</li></ul><ul><li>Highly skilled in effectively managing waste contractors, ensuring value for money and delivering to time-scales</li></ul>Why Essex?As one of the largest and most dynamic UK local authorities, Essex offers a stimulating public service environment. Covering over 1,420 square miles and serving 1.8 million residents, we're committed to transformational change and delivering better quality at lower cost. Recognised in the top three of the latest IMPOWER index for productivity, we ensure everyone matters in <a href="https://www.essex.gov.uk/about-council/plans-and-strategies/our-vision-essex/everyones-essex" target="_blank">Everyone's Essex</a>. With flexible working options and a focus on innovation, whether you are looking to develop your career or contribute to the local community, Essex is the ideal place for you.In February 2025, Greater Essex was accepted onto the Government's devolution priority programme, which will see local authorities in Essex work towards establishing a Mayoral Combined County Authority by May 2026. You can read more about <a href="https://eur02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https://workingforessex.com/roles?source=workingforessex.com&amp;data=05|02|Sharon.Burrus2@essex.gov.uk|2f58d1d5968946d6f86a08dd7029c06e|a8b4324f155c4215a0f17ed8cc9a992f|0|0|638790046808311814|Unknown|TWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ==|0|||&amp;sdata=RWho6LqejkQVDN7KrRNgcfWGSUqBWz4muq14BcdeAJ4=&amp;reserved=0" target="_blank">devolution and local government reorganisation (LGR</a>) on our careers site.Essex County Council is proud to be a Disability Confident Leader. We're committed to interview all disabled applicants who choose to apply under our Job Interview Scheme if they meet the minimum requirements of the job. Please speak to our Recruiters if you require any reasonable adjustments during the process. We're also committed to interview all veterans and care leavers, who meet the minimum requirements of the role for which they are applying.Once you've secured your role within Essex County Council you will receive many great employee benefits, including support for unpaid carers and flexible working arrangements to accommodate their needs.At Essex County Council, we value integrity and ethical behaviour. We kindly ask that you embrace our code of conduct and the <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/the-7-principles-of-public-life/the-7-principles-of-public-life--2" target="_blank">Nolan principles</a>, including throughout the recruitment process. Your commitment to these standards helps us maintain a positive and respectful workplace for everyone.Please note that the job role requires you to be mobile throughout an operational area. Therefore, the post holder will need to have a driving licence and access to a vehicle, or the ability to meet the mobility requirements of the role through other means.Please note that Essex County Council has determined that the off-payroll working rules will apply to this assignment and where a worker elects to provide their services through an intermediary (such as a personal services company) then income tax and primary national insurance contributions will be deducted at source from any payments made to the intermediary.If you would like to be kept up to date on other relevant opportunities, blogs, news, events and industry related news at Essex County Council, please join <a href="https://essex.talentpool.com/sign-up?utm_source=Cornerstone&amp;utm_medium=Advert&amp;utm_content=Job_Advert" target="_blank">The Essex Talent Community</a>If you have queries on this role or require anything further, please email <a>Essexsharedservices@essex.gov.uk</a>

Interim Head of Waste Management

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We are looking for a motivated, well organised and proactive individual with a strong commitment to helping customers. The role involves assisting Planning Officers in the processing of planning applications and managing planning and enforcement appeals including Public Inquiries and Hearings. You will assist in vetting planning applications and other&nbsp;applications, check Building Control applications to identify potential breaches in planning legislation and carry out Tree Preservation Order checks, as well as answering a variety of basic planning enquiries from members of the public.
The successful applicant will need to be a team player, as well as able to manage your own workload and meet deadlines. They will have excellent written and verbal communication skills and good attention to detail, along with the ability to interpret detailed information, plans and planning legislation.
The successful applicant will have a good understanding of town planning and development processes and excellent IT skills.
Maximum contractual hours are 29.60 hours per week maternity cover, but we can be flexible on days/times and applicants are welcome from candidates who are looking for less hours part time/job share. This role is based at Chelmsford Civic Centre, Duke Street.
Interviews are currently scheduled for the week commencing 24th November.
As an accredited Essex Family Friendly Employer, this full-time role can be job-shared or part-time if we can fill the remaining hours. Please mention this in your supporting statement. if you are interested. For more details please visit: <a href="https://www.essex.gov.uk/family-friendly-charter" target="_blank">https://www.essex.gov.uk/family-friendly-charter</a>.
Chelmsford City Council is committed to safeguarding vulnerable groups and expects all employees to share this commitment and have a range of policies and procedures in place which promote safeguarding and safer working practices across our services. The Council's Safer Recruitment process contains pre-employment checks which includes safeguarding training, obtaining references and ensuring compliance with Disclosure and Barring Service process.

Senior Planning and Building Control Technician

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Brentwood Council is committed to equal opportunities and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.&nbsp; People with disabilities will be offered an interview where they meet the Essential Criteria on the Person Specification.
It is our policy that if you have not heard back within 3 weeks of the closing date you should assume that you have not been shortlisted on this occasion.



Job Title: Emergency Planning and Business Continuity Officer&nbsp;
Contract Type: 12 month fixed term (37 hours a week)&nbsp;
OneTeam Band 7 £35,412 - £39,152 per annum&nbsp;
(Starting salary dependent upon skills and qualifications, progression subject to satisfactory performance)&nbsp;
Closing Date for accepting applications: 16th November&nbsp;2025&nbsp;
Interview date: To be confirmed
Brentwood Borough Council and Rochford District Council work in partnership and the Emergency Planning and Business Continuity Officer role will provide support to both organisations.&nbsp;&nbsp;
About the role:&nbsp;
Brentwood Borough Council and Rochford District Council, working together as part of&nbsp;&nbsp; the One Team, are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Emergency Planning Officer to join our team on a 12-month fixed-term contract.&nbsp;
This vital role will focus on reviewing and enhancing our current emergency preparedness and response arrangements, with a particular emphasis on out-of-hours response plans. You will ensure that our emergency and business continuity plans are robust, up to date, and fit for purpose, supporting the Councils’ ability to respond effectively to incidents and emergencies.&nbsp;
In addition you will need to support the Corporate Manager for Facilities &amp; Compliance, Director if Assets &amp; Investments and other senior officers in the coordination of responses to Emergency planning/Business Continuity.&nbsp;&nbsp;
You will also be expected to work with partners in relation to specific risks and as part of the multi-agency work of the Essex Resilience Forum.&nbsp;
The post has responsibility for ensuring relevant information is provided to support the Council[s] out of hours service, in particular that process maps and contact details are kept up to date and relevant. You will work with the Corporate Managers to ensure that correct information is available to enable the effective delivery of the out of hours service.&nbsp;
We are seeking an experienced Emergency Planning Officer with a working knowledge of the Civil Contingencies Act and a good understanding of the part Local Authorities play in the response to a major incident.&nbsp; You should be able to develop and deliver training and exercises and have good interpersonal skills to be able to confidently present to audiences at all levels of staff and management.&nbsp;
You must be able to respond in a measured way in a crisis and be able to articulate complex issues in a clear and concise way in a pressurised environment.&nbsp;
For an informal discussion about this post, please contact Stuart Anderson, Corporate Manager – Facilities &amp; Compliance or Phoebe Barnes, Director Assets &amp; Investments by emailing <a href="mailto:stuart.anderson@brentwood.rochford@gov.uk" target="_blank">stuart.anderson@brentwood.rochford@gov.uk</a> or <a href="mailto:phoebe.barnes@brentwood.rochford.gov.uk" target="_blank">phoebe.barnes@brentwood.rochford.gov.uk</a>. &nbsp;
Brentwood Borough &amp; Rochford District Council are committed to equal opportunities and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.&nbsp; People with disabilities will be offered an interview where they meet the Essential Criteria on the Person Specification.&nbsp;
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Brentwood Borough Council

Emergency Planning & Business Continuity Officer

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Rochford District Council is committed to equal opportunities and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.  People with disabilities will be offered an interview where they meet the Essential Criteria on the Person Specification.&nbsp;
It is our policy that if you have not heard back within 3 weeks of the closing date you should assume that you have not been shortlisted on this occasion.



Job Title: Emergency Planning and Business Continuity Officer&nbsp;
Contract Type: 12 month fixed term (37 hours a week)&nbsp;
OneTeam Band 7 £35,412 - £39,152 per annum&nbsp;
(Starting salary dependent upon skills and qualifications, progression subject to satisfactory performance)&nbsp;
Closing Date for accepting applications: 16th November&nbsp;2025&nbsp;
Interview date: To be confirmed
Brentwood Borough Council and Rochford District Council work in partnership and the Emergency Planning and Business Continuity Officer role will provide support to both organisations.&nbsp;&nbsp;
About the role:&nbsp;
Brentwood Borough Council and Rochford District Council, working together as part of&nbsp;&nbsp; the One Team, are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Emergency Planning Officer to join our team on a 12-month fixed-term contract.&nbsp;
This vital role will focus on reviewing and enhancing our current emergency preparedness and response arrangements, with a particular emphasis on out-of-hours response plans. You will ensure that our emergency and business continuity plans are robust, up to date, and fit for purpose, supporting the Councils’ ability to respond effectively to incidents and emergencies.&nbsp;
In addition you will need to support the Corporate Manager for Facilities &amp; Compliance, Director if Assets &amp; Investments and other senior officers in the coordination of responses to Emergency planning/Business Continuity.&nbsp;&nbsp;
You will also be expected to work with partners in relation to specific risks and as part of the multi-agency work of the Essex Resilience Forum.&nbsp;
The post has responsibility for ensuring relevant information is provided to support the Council[s] out of hours service, in particular that process maps and contact details are kept up to date and relevant. You will work with the Corporate Managers to ensure that correct information is available to enable the effective delivery of the out of hours service.&nbsp;
We are seeking an experienced Emergency Planning Officer with a working knowledge of the Civil Contingencies Act and a good understanding of the part Local Authorities play in the response to a major incident.&nbsp; You should be able to develop and deliver training and exercises and have good interpersonal skills to be able to confidently present to audiences at all levels of staff and management.&nbsp;
You must be able to respond in a measured way in a crisis and be able to articulate complex issues in a clear and concise way in a pressurised environment.&nbsp;
For an informal discussion about this post, please contact Stuart Anderson, Corporate Manager – Facilities &amp; Compliance or Phoebe Barnes, Director Assets &amp; Investments by emailing <a href="mailto:stuart.anderson@brentwood.rochford@gov.uk" target="_blank">stuart.anderson@brentwood.rochford@gov.uk</a> or <a href="mailto:phoebe.barnes@brentwood.rochford.gov.uk" target="_blank">phoebe.barnes@brentwood.rochford.gov.uk</a>. &nbsp;
Brentwood Borough &amp; Rochford District Council are committed to equal opportunities and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.&nbsp; People with disabilities will be offered an interview where they meet the Essential Criteria on the Person Specification.&nbsp;

<h4>Housing Business Support Officer</h4>Location: Castle Point Council Offices, Kiln RoadWorking Hours: 37 hours per week Number of Positions: OneLocation: Castle PointJob title: Business Support OfficerFull Time– 37hoursGrade 4 - £29,064 - £30,518 paClosing date: 2nd November 2025Castle Point Borough Council are keen to appoint a Business Support Officer to work in the Housing Services Directorate, to be a part of the team to deliver a resident focused, data led, performance driven service. Ensuring that the homes are maintained in accordance with agreed quality standards. You will contribute to ensuring the delivery of a customer focused, effective and value for money service, reflecting the highest standards of service excellence.*Please note that this role will be based in the council offices and will require regular travel to sites in the borough*Key Skills and abilities<ul><li>To coordinate and book in all required survey inspections with residents and housing surveyors.</li><li>To check housing surveyor inspections, raise works orders to contractors, keeping residents updated on all works within their homes.</li><li>To triage reports of damp and mould, recoding results and taking all appropriate action as set out in damp and mould policy and procedure.</li><li>To ensure our contractors are completing works and providing relevant certification within the timescales set out in the contract.</li><li>To assist the HTS Managers in ensuring all remedial works across all HTS service areas are raised, tracked and completed accordingly.</li><li>To assist the HTS team in maintaining budget provisions by ensuring all approved jobs up to the value of £1k are justified and completed to a good standard, and priced in line with the Contract.</li><li>To ensure that certification is stored electronically and for the required amount of time for each compliance area on the relevant IT systems.</li><li>To assist the HTS Managers with compiling relevant information for Key Performance Indicators.</li><li>To assist in ensuring key database IT systems are kept updated in regard to compliance areas. The current used system is Apex.</li></ul>ExperiencePrevious practical experience working within the same or similar role is essentialFor an informal discussion regarding this role, please contact Recruiting manager –<a href="mailto:vsydney-smith@castlepoint.gov.uk" target="_blank">vsydney-smith@castlepoint.gov.uk</a>The successful applicant will be subject to an Basic Disclosure &amp; Barring Service (DBS) check. The Council is committed to the safeguarding of children and vulnerable adults, and we expect all our employees to share this commitment.Our values: Trust, Respect, Improving and Learning, and Customer FocusCastle Point Borough Council is an Equal Opportunities Employer. <h4>Related Documents</h4><ul><li><a href="view/jobs/docs/Jobs/PRIVACY NOTICE FOR EMPLOYEES 2025.pdf">PRIVACY NOTICE FOR EMPLOYEES 2025.pdf</a> (238kb)</li><li><a href="view/jobs/docs/0000\600/637/Consultation JD - Business Support Officer.pdf">Consultation JD - Business Support Officer.pdf</a> (163kb)</li></ul>





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<h4>Housing Surveyor</h4>Team:Housing Technical ServicesLocation: Castle Point Council Offices, Kiln RoadSalary: Grade 8 - £42,839 -£47,181Working Hours: 37 hours per week Contract Type: PermanentNumber of Positions: OneDBS Check:BasicClosing Date: 12:00pm 2nd November 2025Location Castle Point,Kiln RoadJob title Housing SurveyorFull Time– 37 hoursGrade 8 - SCP 32 - 36 - £42,839 - £47,181 paCastle Point Borough Council are keen to appoint a Housing Surveyor to work in the Housing Services Directorate, to be a part of the team to deliver a resident focused, data led, performance driven service. Ensuring that the homes are maintained in accordance with agreed quality standards. You will contribute to ensuring the delivery of a customer focused, effective and value for money service, reflecting the highest standards of service excellence.Carrying out all building surveying related activities on a defined patch, working as part of a team to ensure that all properties are safe, warm, dry and comply with regulatory requirements and Castle Point Borough Council (CPBC) Policies and standards.*Please note that this role will be based in the council offices and will require regular travel to sites in the borough*Key Skills and abilities<ul><li>Supervising contractors and the co-ordinating of works</li><li>Undertaking surveys to diagnose cause and remedial action required</li><li>Preparing full technical reports and detailed specifications</li><li>Implementing robust quality control measures including post-inspections</li><li>Managing the diagnosis, specification, ordering, completion of works and all associated administration</li><li>Ensuring that targets are met, and works are completed to time and budget</li><li>Updating and engaging with residents in a timely, considerate and courteous manner</li><li>Ensuring that works are completed on time, within budget and to agreed quality standards.</li></ul>ExperiencePrevious practical experience working within the same or similar role is essentialApplicants must hold a valid UK Driving licence and have access to own vehicle with business insurance.Not only is this a great role for the right candidate but you also get some great benefits including:<ul><li>27 days Annual leave</li><li>FREE Gym membership</li></ul>For an informal discussion regarding this role, please contact Recruiting manager – <a href="mailto:cplongman@castlepoint.gov.uk" target="_blank">cplongman@castlepoint.gov.uk</a>The successful applicant will be subject to an Basic level Disclosure &amp; Barring Service (DBS) check.The Council is committed to the safeguarding of children and vulnerable adults, and we expect all our employees to share this commitment.Our values: Trust, Respect, Improving and Learning, and Customer FocusCastle Point Borough Council is an Equal Opportunities Employer. <h4>Related Documents</h4><ul><li><a href="view/jobs/docs/Jobs/PRIVACY NOTICE FOR EMPLOYEES 2025.pdf">PRIVACY NOTICE FOR EMPLOYEES 2025.pdf</a> (238kb)</li><li><a href="view/jobs/docs/0000\600/638/Consultation JD - Housing Surveyor.pdf">Consultation JD - Housing Surveyor.pdf</a> (176kb)</li></ul>





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Assistant Director, PeoplePermanent, Full TimeUp to £104,843 per annum Location: ChelmsfordWorking Style: <a href="https://www.workingforessex.com/working-here/our-ways-of-working" target="_blank">Anywhere worker</a>Closing Date: Sunday 2nd November (23:59)Experience the best of both worlds with our flexible hybrid working arrangements. Enjoy the freedom to work from home while still benefiting from in-person collaboration at our Chelmsford office, typically around 2 to 3 days per week dependent on business need One of the most exciting leadership roles in local government. Essex County Council is seeking a visionary and strategic Assistant Director, People to help shape the future of our organisation and the communities we serve. This is a rare opportunity to lead the delivery of a brand-new People and Organisation Development plan, driving improvements in core people practices that will benefit our employees, enhance organisational performance, and positively impact the residents of Essex.About the RoleAs Assistant Director, People, you'll work closely with Executive Directors and senior leaders to deliver high-impact, innovative, and compliant people services. You'll lead expert teams across:<ul>
<li>Business Partnering</li>
<li>Reward and Recognition</li>
<li>People Performance</li>
<li>Employment Practice</li>
</ul>You'll be instrumental in developing and aligning people policies with strategic priorities, and embedding people solutions into the council's planning framework, gaining organisational buy in to strategic workforce planning outcomes over the short and medium term This role demands confident leadership, strategic thinking, and the ability to influence at the highest levels-corporate and political.In February 2025 , Greater Essex was accepted onto the Government's devolution priority programme, which will see local authorities in Essex work towards establishing a Mayoral Combined County Authority by May 2026. You can read more about this here <a href="https://eur02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https://workingforessex.com/roles?source=workingforessex.com&amp;data=05|02|Sharon.Burrus2@essex.gov.uk|2f58d1d5968946d6f86a08dd7029c06e|a8b4324f155c4215a0f17ed8cc9a992f|0|0|638790046808311814|Unknown|TWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ==|0|||&amp;sdata=RWho6LqejkQVDN7KrRNgcfWGSUqBWz4muq14BcdeAJ4=&amp;reserved=0" target="_blank"> devolution and local government reorganisation (LGR </a> ). This role will be fundamental in delivering this once in a lifetime governmental change, ensuring that our people and those from wider Greater Essex organisations are best equipped to navigate the change. Collaboration will be vital, as you work alongside colleagues and leaders both internally and externally to meet the high ambitions Greater Essex has for our future.You'll also:<ul>
<li>Represent the People function at key strategic meetings</li>
<li>Lead the development of workforce planning methodologies</li>
<li>Drive continuous improvement and innovation</li>
<li>Deliver benchmarked performance targets</li>
<li>Champion a collaborative, service-first culture</li>
</ul>Skills, Knowledge and ExperienceWe're looking for a dynamic and experienced HR leader who brings:<ul>
<li>A degree-level qualification (RQF Level 6) or equivalent experience</li>
<li>Chartered CIPD status (or equivalent) with deep expertise in Employee Relations, Reward, and People Analytics</li>
<li>Deep subject matter expertise in managing the workforce implications of transformational change in complex, matrix management organisations</li>
<li>Proven experience in leading HR performance, strategic planning, and programme delivery</li>
<li>Excellent analytical skills and data governance knowledge, including statutory reporting</li>
<li>Experience developing high-performing HR Business Partner teams and integrated specialist functions</li>
<li>Ability to coordinate functional expertise to deliver cohesive, organisation-wide people solutions</li>
<li>Senior leadership experience in matrix environments, advising corporate and political leaders</li>
<li>Exceptional relationship-building and influencing skills across all levels</li>
</ul>Why Essex County Council?At ECC, we're committed to delivering the best outcomes for our communities. You'll be part of a forward-thinking organisation that values innovation, inclusion, and professional excellence. We offer:<ul>
<li>Flexible and hybrid working arrangements</li>
<li>A strong focus on professional development</li>
<li>Access to a wide range of employee benefits</li>
<li>The opportunity to make a real impact at scale</li>
</ul>As one of the largest and most dynamic UK local authorities, Essex offers a stimulating public service environment. Covering over 1,420 square miles and serving 1.8 million residents, we're committed to transformational change and delivering better quality at lower cost.Recognised in the top three of the latest IMPOWER index for productivity, we ensure everyone matters in <a href="https://www.essex.gov.uk/about-council/plans-and-strategies/our-vision-essex/everyones-essex" target="_blank"> Everyone's Essex </a> . With flexible working, excellent development opportunities, and the chance to work with a supportive team that's passionate about what they do, Essex is the ideal place for you. Ready to lead the future of people services and make a lasting difference? Apply now and help shape a modern, high-performing council.If you have a query on this role or require anything further, please email <a href="mailto:faye.robertson@essex.gov.uk" target="_blank">faye.robertson@essex.gov.uk</a> Please note successful applicants will be invited to attend an interview at our County Hall offices week commencing the 24th November 2025.

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<h4>Compliance specialist (Electrical Gas and Lifts)</h4>Team :Housing Technical ServicesLocation: Castle Point Council Offices, Kiln RoadSalary: Grade 9 - £48,226- 52,413 per annumWorking Hours: 37 hours per week Contract Type: PermanentNumber of Positions: OneDBS Check:YesClosing Date: 12:00pm 02nd November 2025Council Offices, Kiln Road, Benfleet, Essex, SS7 1TFCompliance specialist (Electrical Gas and Lifts)Full Time– 37 hours per weekGrade 9 - £48,226- 52,413Castle Point Borough Council are seeking a motivated and capable Compliance Specialist to join our Housing Services Directorate. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a team delivering a resident-focused, data-led, and performance-driven service, ensuring that every home we manage is safe, compliant, and maintained to the highest standards.Working within the Property Compliance Team, you will support the Council in managing statutory safety programmes Gas Electrics and Lifts helping to ensure that Castle Point Borough Council fully meets its landlord compliance duties and continues to improve safety outcomes for residents.Please note that this role will be based in the council offices and will require regular travel to sites in the borough, Driving Licence, suitable own transport with business insurance is required.Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Support the delivery and monitoring of statutory compliance programmes for: Gas Electrics and Lifts</li><li>Ensure that all, inspection programmes, and remedial works are completed to a high standard and within required timescales.</li><li>Oversee the completion and quality assurance of al Gas, electrical and Lift works.</li><li>Maintain and validate compliance data, certification, and risk registers on the Council’s compliance IT system.</li><li>Review contractor performance, ensure appropriate remedial actions are implemented, and escalate issues of non-compliance.</li><li>Support the development, review, and implementation of compliance policies, procedures, and improvement plans.</li><li>Contribute to assurance reporting through accurate KPI and performance reporting.</li><li>Engage effectively with residents, contractors, and colleagues to promote a strong culture of safety and compliance.</li></ul>Skills and Abilities:<ul><li>Strong understanding of landlord compliance obligations, particularly Gas Safety (Installation and Use) Regulations 1998, Electrical Safety Standards , and Lifting Operations and Lifting Equipment Regulations (LOLER) 1998.</li><li>Ability to interpret compliance certificates, inspection reports, and regulatory guidance.</li><li>Experience working and managing h contractors, coordinating safety works, and implementing robust quality control measures.</li><li>Ability to identify and scope remedial works.</li><li>Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to produce clear technical reports.</li><li>Strong attention to detail and an analytical approach to managing data and compliance evidence.</li><li>Strong IT skills, including the ability to use housing compliance systems.</li><li>Ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively both independently and as part of a team.</li></ul>Essential Qualifications: <ul><li>Demonstrable experience in property compliance, maintenance, or building services, ideally within social housing or a regulated environment.</li><li>Experience managing or auditing gas, electrical, or lift compliance programmes.</li><li>Strong working knowledge of health and safety and landlord statutory obligations.</li><li>Valid UK driving notice</li></ul>Desirable Qualifications:<ul><li>Gas Safety: ACS-qualified Gas Engineer (CCN1, CENWAT, or equivalent) or recognised Gas Safety Management qualification.</li><li>Electrical Safety: City &amp; Guilds 2391 (Inspection &amp; Testing), 2382 (Wiring Regulations – 18th Edition), or equivalent.</li><li>Lifts: Lifting Operations and Lifting Equipment (LOLER) competence or LEIA-accredited awareness training.</li><li>Health &amp; Safety / Compliance: IOSH Managing Safely, or equivalent.</li><li>Building Services / Property Compliance: HNC, HND, or equivalent qualification in Building Services, Engineering, or Construction.</li></ul>.Applicants without formal qualifications but with substantial relevant experience in compliance, building safety, or housing asset management will be fully considered.What We OfferThis is a fantastic opportunity to join a forward-thinking organisation that places resident safety and service quality at the heart of everything we do.As part of our team, you will benefit from:<ul><li>27 days annual leave (plus bank holidays)</li><li>Free Gym Membership</li><li>Local Government Pension Scheme</li><li>Flexible working arrangements</li><li>Comprehensive training and professional development support</li></ul>Apply NowIf you’re passionate about housing safety and compliance, and want to help ensure our homes are safe, warm, and compliant, we’d love to hear from you.The successful applicant will be subject to an Disclosure &amp; Barring Service (DBS) check.The Council is committed to the safeguarding of children and vulnerable adults, and we expect all our employees to share this commitment.Our values: Trust, Respect, Improving and Learning, and Customer FocusCastle Point Borough Council is an Equal Opportunities Employer. <h4>Related Documents</h4><ul><li><a href="view/jobs/docs/Jobs/PRIVACY NOTICE FOR EMPLOYEES 2025.pdf">PRIVACY NOTICE FOR EMPLOYEES 2025.pdf</a> (238kb)</li><li><a href="view/jobs/docs/0000\600/645/Complaince speaclist Electrical, Gas, Lifts SC1.pdf">Complaince speaclist Electrical, Gas, Lifts SC1.pdf</a> (179kb)</li></ul>





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We are seeking an experienced professional to join the Council’s Housing Options Team focusing on preventing homelessness and offering help and advice to customers who are in housing need and may be vulnerable. We need people who can comprehend the complex needs of individuals within our community and who will relish the challenge of finding solutions for them. This role will required an Enhanced DBS check.Overseas Arrival Lead Officer supporting people from abroad who are living within the district and may need advice and support to access housing. Unfortunately, we are unable to consider applications from candidates who require visa sponsorship.





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Housing Options Officer (Overseas Arrivals Lead)

We are seeking an experienced professional to join the Council’s Housing Options Team focusing on preventing homelessness and offering help and advice to customers who are in housing need and may be vulnerable. We need people who can comprehend the complex needs of individuals within our community and who will relish the challenge of finding solutions for them. This role will required an Enhanced DBS check.Domestic Abuse Lead Officer for victims of domestic abuse supporting a caseload of applications from victims and developing relationships with other internal departments and external support agencies and accommodation providers. Unfortunately, we are unable to consider applications from candidates who require visa sponsorship.





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Senior Property and Asset Manager - Braintree District CouncilBraintree District CouncilPermanent, Full TimeFrom £65,433 to £71,436 per annumLocation: BraintreeClosing Date: 5th November 2025We have a new opportunity for a Senior Property &amp; Asset Manager to lead the delivery of the Council's Property Asset Management Service, ensuring the provision and delivery of high-quality services that meets the needs of the Council.About our Property and Asset Management ServiceWe provide professional asset and estate management services for the corporate portfolio. Our estates team manages the investment and community let portfolio which comprises over 550 leases and a book value circa £150m. Our building surveying team lead the minor works and major project capital programme whilst our compliance officer monitors property compliance. The Service also includes the management of business centres headed up by a Business Centre Manager.This is a new role, to provide clear, visible and motivational management of the service, where our people are valued and encouraged to contribute to the development of service improvements. The Senior Property &amp; Asset Manager is responsible for deliver the Councils PAM Asset Strategy, Policy and Plan for corporate and commercial assets through the corporate landlord model adopted by the Council and will lead the team towards becoming a new Unitary Council and beyond.Your duties will include:<ul>
<li>To line manage the Team, assisting with prioritisation of workloads, to provide direction and ensure the output meets the business plan and legislative requirements.</li>
<li>Budget management for revenue budgets for the let portfolio and support budget planning and monitoring for capital projects.</li>
<li>To have responsibility for assets within the control of the PAM service to ensure they remain compliant and assist the Corporate Compliance Officer with reporting oversight of the wider portfolio.</li>
<li>Active management and oversight of the investment property portfolio to ensure Surveyors are maximising revenue income through regular rent reviews, lease renewals, lease restructuring and new lettings.</li>
<li>To be responsible for maintenance and management of the Asset Management Schedule, ensuring that all relevant BDC services provide transactional data to be stored and recorded on the asset schedule, to assist with annual book valuations.</li>
<li>To assist with the disposal and acquisition of assets, commissioning professional advice including agents and valuers and deliver sales through to completion.</li>
<li>Attendance at and reporting through the Corporate Director to relevant Members Committees, Senior Manager groups (including Management Board) and other relevant Officer groups in relation to property assets and corporate issues.</li>
<li>Undertake regular reviews of property assets with Members, Heads of Service and service unit managers to identify potentially surplus and underutilised assets, to progress through the Property and Asset Strategy Board for review and potential disposal.</li>
<li>To prepare and present governance reports including delegated decision reports.</li>
<li>Perform the role of Chair of the internal BDC Property and Asset Strategy Group, which will consider the Councils Asset Management Strategy through property and asset related considerations across the Council, with information reported to the Corporate Director</li>
<li>Lead officer engagement with the One Public Estate programme in Essex and Local Authority Strategic Property Board.</li>
</ul>In return we will offer our Senior Property &amp; Asset Manager excellent benefits including;<ul>
<li>Competitive pay and benefits</li>
<li>Flexible working</li>
<li>Free parking</li>
<li>Local government pension scheme</li>
<li>Learning and development for all staff</li>
<li>Staff discounts at local businesses</li>
<li>Staff recognition schemes</li>
<li>Extensive health and wellbeing programme including discounted gym membership</li>
</ul>Our ideal Senior Property &amp; Asset Manager will have the below skills and experience;<ul>
<li>Batchelors Degree in a relevant subject area or RICS accredited pathway.</li>
<li>Demonstrable technical experience and competence in Landlord and Tenant commercial property management.</li>
<li>Member of the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors or equivalent membership.</li>
<li>Experience in property asset valuations, the different types of methodology and understanding of use of correct application.</li>
<li>An effective people manager, leading, motivating, managing and developing a professional team to achieve</li>
<li>Ability to manage resources, to plan and prioritise workload for self and team to meet challenging priorities and deadlines.</li>
<li>Ability to work collaboratively, building trust, negotiating influencing and delegating.</li>
</ul>Braintree District Council is a great place to work. We pride ourselves on our creative, innovative and forward thinking approach which is led by our staff. We are committed to having an engaged workforce who understand our strategy and how they can help deliver it.If this sounds like the role for you and you would like to join our team then please click 'Apply' today!

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<h4>Compliance Business Support Officer</h4>Team :Housing Technical ServicesLocation: Castle Point Council Offices, Kiln RoadSalary: Grade 4 - £29064 – £30,518 paWorking Hours: 37 hours per week Contract Type: PermanentNumber of Positions: OneDBS Check:yesClosing Date: 12:00pm 2nd November 2025Compliance Business Support OfficerFull Time– 37 hoursGrade 4 - £29064 – £30,518 paClosing Date - 02nd November 2025Castle Point Borough Council are keen to appoint a Compliance Business Support Officer to work in the Housing Services Directorate, to be a part of the team to deliver a resident focused, data led, performance driven service. Ensuring that the homes are maintained in accordance with agreed quality standards. You will contribute to ensuring the delivery of a customer focused, effective and value for money service, reflecting the highest standards of service excellence.Please note that this role will be based in the council offices and will require regular travel to sites in the borough. Driving Licence and suitable own transport with business insurance is required.Key Skills and abilities<ul><li>To maintain and build upon the existing partnership ethos and work within compliance team, wider Housing technical services team and Contractors to ensure all compliance areas are meeting requirements of legislation. </li><li>To work alongside the compliance manager providing technical expertise for all statutory and non-statutory compliance areas of Asbestos, Gas, Electric, Fire Safety, Water Hygiene, Lifts.</li><li>To be able to raise, check and evaluate asbestos surveys. To provide guidance on results and advise on necessary actions in the management or removal of licensed or unlicensed asbestos containing materials.</li><li>To raise and supervise any works orders resulting from the asbestos surveys with all work complying with the relevant Health and Safety legislation and recording results on the asbestos register. Castle Point instigates all asbestos surveys and licensed removals only.</li><li>To ensure our contractors is completing services and providing relevant certification within the timescales set out in the contract.</li><li>To assist the compliance Manager in ensuring all remedial works across all compliance areas are raised, tracked and completed accordingly. </li><li>To assist Compliance manager, and housing technical services team in maintaining budget provisions by ensuring all approved jobs up to the value of £1k are justified and completed to a good standard and priced in line with the Contract. </li><li>To assist in ensuring key database IT systems are kept updated in regard to compliance areas. The current used system is Apex.</li><li>Assist the compliance manager in maintaining good working relationships with sub-contractors and ensure the contracts are managed effectively. </li><li>To review and approve works orders for the works for compliance areas up to the value of £1k. </li><li>Assist the Compliance Manager to provide assurance about compliance issues with any relevant external bodies such as HSE where required.</li><li>Assist with the risk with contractors carrying out works relating to Landlord Health &amp; Safety Compliance issues.</li></ul>ExperiencePrevious practical experience working within the same or similar role is essentialNot only is this a great role for the right candidate but you also get some great benefits including:<ul><li>27 days Annual leave</li><li>FREE Gym membership</li><li>Perks and dicsounts</li><li>Local Government Pension Scheme</li><li>Flexible working arrangements</li><li>Comprehensive training and professional development support</li></ul>The successful applicant will be subject to an Basic Disclosure &amp; Barring Service (DBS) check.The Council is committed to the safeguarding of children and vulnerable adults, and we expect all our employees to share this commitment.Our values: Trust, Respect, Improving and Learning, and Customer FocusCastle Point Borough Council is an Equal Opportunities Employer. <h4>Related Documents</h4><ul><li><a href="view/jobs/docs/Jobs/PRIVACY NOTICE FOR EMPLOYEES 2025.pdf">PRIVACY NOTICE FOR EMPLOYEES 2025.pdf</a> (238kb)</li><li><a href="view/jobs/docs/0000\600/647/Compliance Business Support Officer SC1.pdf">Compliance Business Support Officer SC1.pdf</a> (185kb)</li></ul>





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Compliance Business Support Officer

<h4>Compliance specialist (Fire Water and Asbestos)</h4>Team :Housing Technical ServicesLocation: Castle Point Council Offices, Kiln RoadSalary: Grade 9 - £48,226- 52,413 per annumWorking Hours: 37 hours per week Contract Type: PermanentNumber of Positions: OneDBS Check:YesClosing Date: 12:00pm 02nd November 2025Council Offices, Kiln Road, Benfleet, Essex, SS7 1TFCompliance specialist ( FIRE ASBESTOS &amp; WATER HYGIENE)Full Time– 37 hours per weekGrade 9 - £48,226- 52,413Castle Point Borough Council are seeking a motivated and capable Compliance Specialist to join our Housing Services Directorate. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a team delivering a resident-focused, data-led, and performance-driven service, ensuring that every home we manage is safe, compliant, and maintained to the highest standards.Working within the Property Compliance Team, you will support the Council in managing statutory safety programmes fire safety, asbestos, and water hygiene (Legionella) helping to ensure that Castle Point Borough Council fully meets its landlord compliance duties and continues to improve safety outcomes for residents.Please note that this role will be based in the council offices and will require regular travel to sites in the borough, Driving Licence, suitable own transport with business insurance is required.Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Support the delivery and monitoring of statutory compliance programmes fire safety, asbestos management, and water hygiene.</li><li>Ensure that all risk assessments, inspection programmes, and remedial works are completed to a high standard and within required timescales.</li><li>Oversee the completion and quality assurance of Fire Risk Assessments (FRAs), Asbestos Surveys, and Water Hygiene Risk Assessments.</li><li>Maintain and validate compliance data, certification, and risk registers on the Council’s compliance IT system.</li><li>Review contractor performance, ensure appropriate remedial actions are implemented, and escalate issues of non-compliance.</li><li>Support the development, review, and implementation of compliance policies, procedures, and improvement plans.</li><li>Contribute to assurance reporting through accurate KPI and performance reporting.</li><li>Engage effectively with residents, contractors, and colleagues to promote a strong culture of safety and compliance.</li></ul>Skills and Abilities:Understanding of landlord statutory obligations and health and safety legislation relating to:<ul><li>Fire Safety: Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 and Fire Safety (England) Regulations 2022</li><li>Asbestos: Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012</li><li>Water Hygiene: HSE ACOP L8 and HSG274 Parts 1–3</li></ul><ul><li>Ability to interpret risk assessments, survey data, and contractor reports.</li><li>Strong organisational and problem-solving skills with excellent attention to detail.</li><li>Capable of managing multiple compliance programmes simultaneously.</li><li>Clear written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to prepare technical reports and recommendations.</li><li>Ability to build effective relationships with contractors, consultants, and internal stakeholders.</li><li>Ability to identify and scope remedial works.</li><li>Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to produce clear technical reports.</li><li>Strong attention to detail and an analytical approach to managing data and compliance evidence.</li><li>Strong IT skills, including the ability to use housing compliance systems</li></ul>Experience and Qualifications:Essential<ul><li>Demonstrable experience working within property compliance, building safety, or housing asset management.</li><li>Experience supporting compliance programmes for fire safety, asbestos, or water hygiene.</li><li>Experience coordinating external contractors and validating safety certification.</li><li>Valid UK driving licence</li></ul>Desirable<ul><li>Fire Safety: Fire Risk Assessor certification (e.g. FPA, IFSM, IFE) or equivalent fire safety qualification.</li><li>Asbestos: BOHS P402 (Surveying and Sampling), P405 (Management of Asbestos in Buildings), or equivalent.</li><li>Water Hygiene: Legionella Responsible Person / Water Hygiene Management qualification (e.g. City &amp; Guilds accredited).</li><li>Health &amp; Safety / Compliance: NEBOSH General Certificate or IOSH Managing Safely.</li><li>Building Services / Construction: HNC, HND, or equivalent in a relevant discipline.</li></ul>Applicants without formal qualifications but with substantial relevant experience in compliance, building safety, or housing asset management will be fully considered.What We OfferThis is a fantastic opportunity to join a forward-thinking organisation that places resident safety and service quality at the heart of everything we do.As part of our team, you will benefit from:<ul><li>27 days annual leave (plus bank holidays)</li><li>Free Gym Membership</li><li>Local Government Pension Scheme</li><li>Flexible working arrangements</li><li>Comprehensive training and professional development support</li></ul>Apply NowIf you’re passionate about housing safety and compliance, and want to help ensure our homes are safe, warm, and compliant, we’d love to hear from youThe successful applicant will be subject to an Disclosure &amp; Barring Service (DBS) check.The Council is committed to the safeguarding of children and vulnerable adults, and we expect all our employees to share this commitment.Our values: Trust, Respect, Improving and Learning, and Customer FocusCastle Point Borough Council is an Equal Opportunities Employer. <h4>Related Documents</h4><ul><li><a href="view/jobs/docs/Jobs/PRIVACY NOTICE FOR EMPLOYEES 2025.pdf">PRIVACY NOTICE FOR EMPLOYEES 2025.pdf</a> (238kb)</li><li><a href="view/jobs/docs/0000\600/646/Complaince speaclist FIre Water Asbestos SC1.pdf">Complaince speaclist FIre Water Asbestos SC1.pdf</a> (180kb)</li></ul>





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Compliance specialist (Fire Water and Asbestos)

<h4>Repairs Manager - Housing </h4>Team:Housing Technical ServicesLocation:Castle Point Council Offices, Kiln RoadSalary:Grade 10 - £53,460- £58,506 paWorking Hours: 37 hours per week Contract Type:PermanentNumber of Positions:oneDBS Check:yesClosing Date:12:00pm 2nd November 2025Repairs ManagerLocation: Castle Point Borough CouncilContract: Full-time 37 hours per weekSalary: £53,460 - £58,506 (Grade 10 , SCP 42-46 )Castle Point Borough Council are keen to appoint a Repairs Manager to work in the Housing Services Directorate, to lead and inspire a team to deliver a resident focused, data led, performance driven repairs service. Working as part of team to manage the responsive repairs, voids, disrepair, across the council housing and sheltered stock. Ensuring that the homes are maintained in accordance with agreed quality standards. You will contribute to ensuring the delivery of a customer focused, effective and value for money service, reflecting the highest standards of service excellence.Please note that this role will be based in the council offices and will require regular travel to sites in the borough, driving Licence, suitable own transport with business insurance is requiredKey Skills and abilities<ul><li>Leadership and management skills</li><li>Experience in a customer focused environment &amp; working effectively in a collaborative environment</li><li>Demonstrate well-developed organisational skills, the ability to work flexibly and on own initiative, with the ability to be a strong team player</li><li>Ability to continuously improve services and identify innovative solutions</li><li>Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to convey technical information clearly to residents, colleagues, and contractors.</li><li>Strong IT skills, including the ability to use housing compliance systems, databases, and Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook).</li><li>High level of attention to detail and accuracy, particularly in data entry and certification handling.</li><li>Demonstratable knowledge of building construction, housing repairs, with a solid understanding of construction principles and practices.</li><li>In-depth knowledge of construction and maintenance within a Social Housing environment, understanding the unique challenges and requirements.</li><li>You will have experience of handling complaints and ensuring that a culture of continuous improvement is imbedded with the team that you lead</li><li>General understanding of key compliance areas within housing, such as Asbestos, Gas Safety, Electrical Safety, Fire Safety, Water Hygiene, or Lift Safety, and a willingness to develop knowledge further.</li><li>Understanding of data management and the importance of accurate record-keeping and certification storage.</li><li>You will have an understanding of the legislation as it relates to the statutory housing functions and have experience of working in the rented property sector.</li><li>Familiarity with contractor performance monitoring, KPIs, and remedial tracking processes</li><li>You will have knowledge and experience of the Section 20 leaseholder process, to manage leasehold tenancies that are affected by repair works.</li><li>You will have knowledge of statutory and construction requirements in relation to the Statutory Landlord Compliance with respect to the management damp and mould, asbestos, water hygiene, fire risk, electrical safety, gas safety, radon and lifts, together with an understanding of the requirements of health &amp; safety legislation in relation to a repair and voids service.</li></ul>Experience<ul><li>Significant experience in a similar role within Local government or other social housing provider is essential.</li><li>Demonstratable knowledge and experience of all of relevant consumer standards, in relation to social housing repairs and maintenance workstreams, experience all related compliance regulations, and audit reports and recommendations relating to regulatory compliance, and data protection.</li><li>Knowledge and experience of social housing repairs, including knowledge of the HHSRS and associated hazards and risks within domestic properties</li><li>Knowledge of maintenance of housing buildings, sheltered housing, supported sheltered housing, leaseholder properties and privet sector Landlords.</li><li>Experience working in a compliance-related, technical, or business support role within a housing, property, or local authority setting</li><li>Experience of using technology to maintain data systems and information</li><li>Awareness and experience of health and safety principles in a repairs and housing service</li><li>Experience of using housing or compliance IT systems, particularly for managing certification, orders, and data updates.</li><li>Experience assisting in the delivery of resident-focused services that support health and safety compliance.</li></ul>Qualifications<ul><li>Membership of a professional body e.g. IFE, IFSM, IOSH, RICS, ASCP, CIH – Desirable</li><li>Driving Licence, suitable own transport with business insurance, ability to work from other offices as required.</li></ul>Not only is this a great role for the right candidate but you also get some great benefits including:<ul><li>27 days Annual leave</li><li>FREE Gym membership</li><li>Local Government Pension Scheme</li><li>Flexible working arrangements</li><li>Comprehensive training and professional development support</li></ul>The successful applicant will be subject to an Disclosure &amp; Barring Service (DBS) checkThe Council is committed to the safeguarding of children and vulnerable adults, and we expect all our employees to share this commitment.Our values: Trust, Respect, Improving and Learning, and Customer FocusCastle Point Borough Council is an Equal Opportunities Employer. <h4>Related Documents</h4><ul><li><a href="view/jobs/docs/Jobs/PRIVACY NOTICE FOR EMPLOYEES 2025.pdf">PRIVACY NOTICE FOR EMPLOYEES 2025.pdf</a> (238kb)</li><li><a href="view/jobs/docs/0000\600/626/Repairs Manager Job Spec.pdf">Repairs Manager Job Spec.pdf</a> (186kb)</li></ul>





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Repairs Manager - Housing

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Director of Neighbourhood Services and Communities - Maldon District CouncilMaldon District CouncilPermanent, Full TimeUp to £88,700 per annumLocation: MaldonClosing Date: Sunday 2nd November 2025An overview of the opportunity:Local government is going through the biggest changes the sector has seen in fifty years with the introduction of the English Devolution and Community Empowerment Bill. As part of the government's devolution priority programme the Essex system will be preparing to implement local government reorganisation (LGR) over the next two and a half years. Working strategically and collaboratively across the region with colleagues from other districts and the county council will be essential. During this time we will also need to deliver high quality services to our residents and communities as business as usual needs to continue. This is therefore an exciting time to join the new Senior Leadership Team here at Maldon District Council. We have recently undergone a restructure of the senior team to put us in the best possible position to meet these challenges and deliver what our residents need and expect.Maldon District Council are seeking an exceptional leader to join their new senior leadership team as Director of Neighbourhood Services and Communities, a strategic role with wide-reaching influence across the Council's most community-facing services. This role oversees a diverse portfolio including responsibility for the front line services of Waste Collection and Recycling, Street Cleaning, Parks and Cemeteries, Environmental Health, Climate, Community Safety and Customer Services, Assets, , Coast and Countryside services, Capital Projects (including S106) and Contracts, Events and Leisure Services, Health &amp; Safety, Facilities Services, and Emergency Planning.As Director, you will provide strong visible leadership, support and constructively challenge others to foster a collaborative culture built on openness and shared knowledge. You will have significant experience in dealing with elected Members demonstrating confidence, professionalism, and the ability to influence and engage at a strategic level. Your ability to drive performance, innovation and continuous improvement through strategic leadership is vital to move forward on cross-cutting initiatives and mobilising talent across the Council. You'll play a proactive role in shaping and delivering the organisation's strategic plans and policies, while developing strong partnerships and stakeholder relationships to achieve the shared vision and priorities. By joining our team you'll work in a dynamic role that blends flexibility with collaboration. This position leads on local service delivery and significant member engagement and therefore requires strong visible leadership and thus in office/ on site attendance of generally circa three days per week. so please only apply if you're able to meet this requirement.Accountabilities - Service Delivery:<ul>
<li>Lead on the delivery and management of a group of services within the directorate, ensuring that agreed outcomes are achieved through effective management against key performance measures, legal requirements and council policies. Transforming those services through technology and innovation, focusing on integration, business process redesign, self-service, robust project management and modernisation to reduce costs and enhance customer experiences and enable the customers to self-serve where possible</li>
<li>Ensure there is professional advice and guidance provided across all service areas within the scope of the role including preparing and presenting reports as required for council meetings</li>
<li>Ensure service structures are fit for purpose and that service and workforce planning is aligned to and supports the Corporate Plan and organisational priorities/policies</li>
<li>Ensure that all services comply with relevant statutory duties and legislative frameworks applicable to the Council</li>
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<li>Ensure services have in place effective health and safety management systems that align with organisational policies and fulfil legal responsibilities</li>
<li>Set a visible standard by actively supporting equality, diversity and inclusion across all areas of work and service provision</li>
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<li>Ensure the services/teams led have a focus on the needs of residents and the district to turn this into evidence based, outcome focused corporate strategies, plans and policies</li>
<li>Lead on health and community safety for the Council</li>
<li>Lead on Emergency Planning for the Council</li>
</ul>The Experience You Will Bring:The ideal candidate will bring extensive experience in delivering neighbourhood, place-based, and customer services, with a proven track record of senior leadership across complex and multi-disciplinary environments and significant elected Member experience. They will have evidence of leading high-performing, customer-facing teams and championed strategic projects, demonstrating strong financial acumen and effective risk management. Skilled in cross-functional collaboration, they will be skilled at providing expert advice to diverse audiences, including elected members. Experience in developing corporate strategies, managing staff in line with HR policies, and fostering a culture of respect and integrity.The ideal candidate should hold a degree or equivalent experience in relevant fields, possess a recognised professional qualification, demonstrate ongoing professional development, and ideally have a management or leadership qualification such as ILM Level 5 or higher. You will find a of the full job profile, include role accountabilities and person specification <a>HERE</a> .Be part of Maldon District Council - 'Where Quality of Life Matters'Maldon District Council is a local authority 'Where quality of life matters'. Our Corporate Plan sets out our vision and priorities for the next three years and will be reviewed regularly to make sure we are on the right track. Using a range of data and what we know about the needs of our residents, we have set out what we will be doing and what we aim to achieve between now and 2028. It is also a useful tool that helps with decision-making and allocating resources. To download or listen to a presentation of the Corporate Plan 2025-2028 click <a href="https://youtu.be/sCXX_c0mIpw" target="_blank">here</a>Maldon District Council plays a crucial role in the development and prosperity of the District, working for the good of the community and the long term benefit of residents, you can be part of our friendly team. From front line customer facing roles to policy and strategy, the work of the Council is diverse and dynamic.In addition to a competitive salary, you will be entitled to a range of benefits, including:<ul>
<li>The Local Government Pension Scheme</li>
<li>Generous holiday entitlement</li>
<li>Flexible and agile working</li>
<li>Employee assistance programme</li>
<li>Cycle to work scheme</li>
<li>Salary sacrifice car lease scheme</li>
<li>Discounted local gym membership</li>
<li>Free parking</li>
</ul>Maldon District Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable groups including children, young people and adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Disclosure and Barring checks will be undertaken according to the responsibilities of the role. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, culture and experience. Applicants will be considered regardless of race, sex, disability or marital status.Maldon District Council is committed to the employment and career development of disabled people. To demonstrate our commitment, we have been accredited as a Disability Confident Employer. As a Disability Confident Employer we take various actions in order to successfully employ and retain disabled people and those with health conditions.For more information on this position, please email <a>essexsharedservices@essex.gov.uk</a>

Director of Neighbourhood Services and Communities

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Chelmsford City Council are looking for a proactive and dedicated individual to join our Facilities Management Team as a Civic Porter. In this important role, the post holder will help keep the Civic Centre running smoothly by carrying out a range of tasks. These include receiving and sorting post, helping with minor maintenance, setting up furniture in rooms,&nbsp;keeping outdoor areas clean, and helping ensure the building and our users stays safe and secure.
This position will be worked on a three week shift rota covering the hours between 7:00 a.m. and 9:00 p.m., Monday to Friday and will work an average of 37 hours per week.
We’re looking for someone who has some experience with basic maintenance and is comfortable using a computer for simple tasks. The successful applicant will be well-organised and follow safe working practices.
This role is based mostly at the Civic Centre Offices in Chelmsford, but it may be required to travel to sites within the district.
Please be aware that porters may be required to be ‘on call’ outside of the normal hours of service, on a rota basis to cover overnight and weekend call outs. The post holder should be able to attend the Civic Centre site within 30 minutes.
Please note should sufficient applications be received prior to the closing date, we may close the role for applications early.
Chelmsford City Council is committed to safeguarding vulnerable groups and expects all employees to share this commitment and have a range of policies and procedures in place which promote safeguarding and safer working practices across our services. The Council's Safer Recruitment process contains pre-employment checks which includes safeguarding training, obtaining references and ensuring compliance with Disclosure and Barring Service process.

Civic Porter

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Please apply online via the link provided.
Rochford District Council is committed to equal opportunities and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.  People with disabilities will be offered an interview where they meet the Essential Criteria on the Person Specification.&nbsp;
It is our policy that if you have not heard back within 3 weeks of the closing date you should assume that you have not been shortlisted on this occasion.



Benefits: Local Government Pension Scheme, generous annual leave, staff discounts
<h4>Our culture and values</h4>
We like our staff to be proactive and innovative. Being customer focused and willing to maximise your potential at work are expected. We all work together to achieve the very best for our residents which sometimes means getting involved in projects and trying new tasks outside of your day-to-day job role. We love our staff to suggest new ideas and to have enthusiasm to try out new experiences.
<h4>The job role</h4>
As Civic Chauffeur, you will be responsible for transporting the Chairman and Civic party to official engagements, ensuring timely arrivals through effective route planning and providing courteous support throughout events. You will also assist with the care and security of the Chains of Office, maintain the Civic vehicle to a high standard, and support the Civic Officer in hosting events.
The role also includes administrative tasks, photography for Civic records, and occasionally deputising for the Civic Officer. This is a key role in representing the Council at public functions and supporting the smooth delivery of Civic events.
<h4>About you</h4>
The role can involve long and unsociable hours, so the successful candidate must be flexible about their working pattern and willing to work variable shifts, including evenings and weekends, sometimes at short notice. You must hold a full, clean driving licence and be confident in planning routes and driving to a high standard. While previous chauffeuring experience is desirable, full training will be provided. We are looking for someone who is positive, hardworking, and reliable, with a professional and courteous manner. You should be comfortable working independently, take pride in your appearance and conduct, and be willing to support the wider Democratic Services team when needed.
For an informal chat please call Claire Mayhew on 01702 546366 or Oksana Sashchuk on 01702 546366
Closing date: Monday 03 November 2025 at 09:00am

Civic Chauffeur & Support Officer

<h4>Sheltered Housing Officer</h4>Location: Castle Point Council Offices, Kiln RoadSalary: £31,022 - £33,143 per annum (SCP 17-21)Working Hours: 37 hours per week Contract Type: Permanent Number of Positions: TwoDBS Check:EnhancedSheltered Housing OfficerFull Time – 37 hours Grade 5 – SCP Range 17-21£31,022 - £33,143Castle Point Borough Council is seeking to appoint two dedicated and compassionate Sheltered Housing Officers, to deliver a resident focussed, data led, performance driven service. We’d like to hear from you if you are passionate about supporting older and vulnerable residents to live independently and safely in their homes.You will contribute to ensuring the delivery of a customer focused, effective and value for money service, reflecting the highest standards of service excellence. This is a great opportunity to make a meaningful difference to our Sheltered Housing community, where you will be the trusted point of contact for residents, helping to foster a sense of community, dignity and wellbeing. If you thrive on building relationships, solving problems, and championing independence, we encourage you to apply for this role.Key Responsibilities• Manage the day-to-day operations of a sheltered housing scheme• Conduct tenant inductions, daily welfare checks, and maintain support plans• Ensure health and safety compliance, including fire safety and telecare systems• Liaise with external agencies to coordinate tenant support and social activities• Promote independence while fostering community cohesion• Respond to safeguarding concerns and maintain accurate records• Participate in an emergency out-of-hours rotaAbout YouWe are looking for someone who:• Communicates clearly and empathetically with older and vulnerable people• Has experience of working or caring for vulnerable or older people and those living with long term disability• Works independently and remains calm under pressure• Has IT skills and is confident using Microsoft Office• Demonstrates excellent customer service and relationship-building skills• Has experience in sheltered housing or similar environments• Understands safeguarding and assistive technologies like telecare• Has a flexible attitude to being called upon to work in an emergency or unusual circumstances• Holds a valid driving licence and has access to transport with business insuranceNot only is this a great role for the right candidate but you also get some great benefits including:<ul><li>27 days Annual leave</li><li>FREE Gym membership</li><li>Membership of the Local Government pension scheme</li><li>Eye test vouchers</li><li>Professional learning development opportunities</li><li>Staff discounts</li><li>Employee Assistance Programme</li></ul>For an informal discussion regarding this role, please contact Linda Whiteside (Senior Sheltered Housing Officer) at <a href="mailto:LWhiteside@castelpoint.gov.uk" target="_blank">LWhiteside@castelpoint.gov.uk</a>The successful applicant will be subject to an Enhanced Disclosure &amp; Barring Service (DBS) check.The Council is committed to the safeguarding of children and vulnerable adults, and we expect all our employees to share this commitment.Our values: Trust, Respect, Improving and Learning, and Customer FocusCastle Point Borough Council is an Equal Opportunities Employer. <h4>Related Documents</h4><ul><li><a href="view/jobs/docs/Jobs/PRIVACY NOTICE FOR EMPLOYEES 2025.pdf">PRIVACY NOTICE FOR EMPLOYEES 2025.pdf</a> (238kb)</li><li><a href="view/jobs/docs/0000\600/643/Sheltered Housing Officer Job profile and PS.pdf">Sheltered Housing Officer Job profile and PS.pdf</a> (171kb)</li></ul>





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