Job Category: Interims Location: Deane Depot, Taunton, Somerset, TA219AD United Kingdom Somerset Council Hours Per Week : 37 Salary: £369.68 Per Day Flexible, but typically 2 days remote, 3 days in the office Role purpose Manage and lead the property compliance service across different sites. Responsible for ensuring duties are carried out by the team in accordance with current Legislation, Government Policy, Regulatory Requirements, approved Codes of Practice, and guidance, and align with the Councils Corporate Plan, Business Plans and Service Plans. Failure to undertake statutory inspections could results in death, injury, structural damage, criminal proceedings, as well as reputational damage for Somerset Council. Key results area Accountability Corporate Responsibilities Provide clear leadership to deliver the Councils strategic priorities and meet the Councils financial targets, as a member of the Directorates Senior Leadership Team. Update and advise Elected Members in respect of operational and policy issues in relation to the Service. Lead with a clear identity in terms of flexible and responsive ways of working, inclusive and diverse culture, and high level of employee engagement and wellbeing. Undertake representational and communication duties on behalf of the Council to promote and protect the Councils interests in matters concerning their specialist areas. Create, monitor, and review frameworks of performance measures and quality standards to be applied in the delivery of services. Function as an ambassador for the Council promoting, both internally and externally, the Councils vision, strategic aims, and values. Value the diversity of Somersets communities ensuring equality of access and treatment in service delivery and employment. Function as a role model for Somersets vision and values. Promotes a culture of continuous improvement that encourages creativity and innovation to ensure services are efficient and develop the potential and flexibility across the Council and its workforce including the motivation and development of employees within the Service. Ensure that the Service places a high value on customer responsiveness by demonstrating a commitment to meeting and involving the broadest range of direct and indirect service users, citizens, customers, communities, and businesses. Essential Good general standard of education (minimum to A level standard or equivalent) and relevant professional qualifications including (as a minimum) Asbestos management P405, Water Hygiene Legionella P901, NEBOSH general certificate qualification or relevant experience. Evidence of continuing development of professional and managerial skills, e.g. through training, qualification and/or experience. Evidence of continuing development of professional and managerial skills, e.g. through training, qualification and/or experience. Desirable Membership of relevant professional e.g. IOSH, BOHS Qualification in project management, e.g. Prince2 or equivalent CIH Certificate in Housing Management Qualified to degree level or equivalent in a construction or related field. Knowledge Essential Knowledge and understanding of Health and Safety legislation and requirements. Working knowledge of the Building Regulations. Working knowledge of all property related safety compliance within a Social Housing environment. Political sensitivity and commitment to public service ethos. A demonstrative track record of leading, motivating and managing teams to achieve significant, sustainable service improvements and outstanding results, through internal and external partnerships. Understanding/knowledge of medium-term financial planning and the integration between service and financial planning. Experience of managing teams and able to deploy resources and staff, manage change and respond flexibly. Desirable Knowledge of project management practice in relation to a variety of service areas. Local government experience and understanding of the whole local government sector and its current challenges. Knowledge and understanding of equality issues and legislation. How they impact upon service provision, and how these policies can be integrated into business plans, strategies, service delivery and employment practice. Skills and Experience Essential Experienced in implementation of residential fire safety improvements. Including managing a fire risk assessment process. Experienced in managing property related safety compliance within a social housing environment. Clear understanding and experience of the responsibilities within which a local authority must operate to deliver the role including statutory requirements. Able to competently use Microsoft Office. Be able to provide excellent customer service. Ability to lead, motivate, enthuse, inform, and develop people, both reporting directly to the post holder, and those in other services. Ability to manage using objectives, targets, performance management, problem solving and project/programme management. Able to prepare and present reports on general and specific related matters to non-experts in a clear and comprehensible manner. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills demonstrating the ability to consult, influence and negotiate with a wide range of people (e.g. public and partners) both inside and outside of the Council. Detailed experience of budget management, including setting and delivery of works within budget constraints. Experience of producing Policy and Procedure documents for all property safety compliance areas, and their successful implementation.