Responsibilities
Renfrewshire Council is seeking to recruit an experienced Neighbourhood Services Manager. Reporting to the Operations Manager within Environment, Housing, and Infrastructure, you will contribute to service development and delivery, leading the ongoing management of Street Cleaning, Country Park Management, Cemeteries, and Grounds Maintenance, including:
* Statutory compliance and strategy development and implementation
* Providing strategic management and direction for high-quality, cost-effective operational delivery of Neighbourhood Services
* Utilizing research and innovation to optimize efficiency and effectiveness
* Playing a key role in the Council's Sustainability and Net Zero ambitions
* Developing relationships with external partners regarding litter and fly-tipping issues
* Driving improvement aligned with the Community Plan, Shared Commitments, and other strategic frameworks
* Managing Cemetery Operations, including burials and memorial safety
* Managing Council land assets such as cemeteries, parks, and public spaces
* Providing leadership for community-based and neighbourhood service activities
* Supporting the Operations Manager in managing service delivery
Role
You will oversee complex functions and budgets across various topics, including:
1. Development and delivery of strategies for Street Cleaning, Country Park Management, and Grounds Maintenance
2. Workforce development to support service priorities
3. Fostering a collaborative and supportive organizational culture
4. Ensuring statutory compliance
5. Managing operational depots and assets
6. Managing service operations
Qualifications and experience required include a degree and/or relevant professional qualification, significant senior environmental management experience, and skills in policy shaping, strategic and operational management, and leadership. A driving license is essential.
For an informal discussion, contact Lindsey Hepburn, Senior Operations Manager, at 07811057064. Successful candidates will undergo a Disclosure Scotland check.
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