Job Description
Estates Officer £34,934 per annum, 37 hours per weekPermanent contract Coleford/agile workingAn exciting time to join Forest of Dean District Council.Forest of Dean District Council is dedicated to creating a vibrant and sustainable future for our community. Our priorities are centred on fostering thriving communities by empowering and engaging residents, enhancing infrastructure, promoting community well-being, and ensuring social equity. We are committed to decarbonisation and nature recovery, focusing on renewable energy transitions, energy efficiency, transport transformation, nature recovery, and food resilience.
Additionally, we strive to build a sustainable economy through the promotion of a circular economy, robust business support, workforce skill development, sustainable town initiatives, and the preservation of natural capital.About the roleForest of Dean District Council is looking for a proactive and detail-oriented Estates Officer to join our Property and Assets team. In this key role, you'll be responsible for the day-to-day management of a diverse portfolio of Council properties, ensuring smooth operations and compliance with all relevant legislation. From lease administration and property inspections to managing tenant relationships and overseeing maintenance, you'll help deliver efficient estate management in line with our asset management strategy.You'll play a vital role in negotiating lease and licence terms, coordinating property transactions, and liaising with legal and professional services.
The role also involves supporting income recovery, ensuring statutory compliance (including EPCs and health and safety), and maintaining accurate property records. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to the Council's long-term property goals while developing your expertise in a dynamic public sector environment.You will needTo be educated to A Level standard or equivalent in a relevant subjectA minimum 4 years' experience in a similar related role so as to demonstrate the skills and abilities required for the postKnowledge and understanding of the issues and legislation affecting estates and property issues and ability to negotiate on property and estates related mattersKnowledge and understanding of keeping of financial records and the use of related IT systemsGood negotiating skillsGood level of IT skills and experience with Land Terrier and Geographical Information SystemsTo be able to Communicate effectively at all levels (excellent verbal and written skills)Special ConditionsFull UK driving licence with access to a vehicle for work purposesBPSS checkFor more information about this role please see the Job Description/Person Specification.What can we do for you?Agile working allowing a mix of home and office working (depending on the need of the role)Flexible working arrangements (depending on the role)27 days paid annual leave (pro rata if you are working part time) plus bank holidays, which increases to 30 days after five years of serviceIn addition you will have an extra two volunteering days a year for you to support a charity of your choiceA Health cash plan giving you cash back on health, dental and eye careGenerous contributorylocal government pension schemeEmployee Assistance Programme 24/7, providing positive, preventative and supportive advice and counselling to deal with everyday events and issuesCycle to work schemeSalary sacrifice car lease scheme with significant tax and NI savings to be made on electric carsTerms and conditions apply.f you feel this is the role for you please email your CV and supporting statement detailing how you meet the criteria above by clicking on the ?Apply for this Position' icon within this page. Alternatively, please email us contact the recruitment team on 01285 623319.Your application will not be considered if you have not provided a supporting statement, in addition to your CV.Accredited of the disability confident scheme, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the vacancy/ies - Please state this within your covering statement or in a separate email.Safer recruitment practices are applied to all job vacancies.
Successful candidates will be required to complete a pre-employment medical questionnaire; provide references; proof of identity; nationality and immigration status; three years' employment or education history (if applicable) and, in some cases, verification of criminal record.TPBN1_UKTJ