Deputy Estates Manager (Environment & Enforcement) - Day-Based Role
Location: Newquay
Department: Environment & Enforcement
Reports to: Estate Manager
We're recruiting a Deputy Environment & Enforcement Manager to support the day-to-day leadership and operational delivery of the Council's Environment and Enforcement services. This is a hands-on role, combining team leadership, site management, enforcement oversight, and health & safety compliance across the Council's estate.
You'll deputise for the Estate Manager when required and play a key role in keeping public spaces safe, clean, accessible, and well maintained.
Shift Pattern
* Full-time, Monday to Friday
* Some flexibility required for emergencies, events, and out-of-hours cover
* Field-based role (approx. 70-80%) with office working across Council sites
Key Responsibilities
* Supervise and coordinate the daily work of Environment Service Operatives and Enforcement Officers
* Lead daily team briefings, allocate tasks, and set priorities
* Oversee maintenance and inspection of parks, open spaces, play areas, car parks, toilets, signage, and civic sites
* Monitor work quality, site standards, and team performance
* Respond to incidents, vandalism, weather-related issues, and safety concerns
* Carry out site inspections, identify hazards, and ensure follow-up actions
* Support enforcement activity and compliance with public space byelaws
* Ensure health & safety procedures, PPE use, and risk assessments are followed
* Liaise with contractors, suppliers, Council teams, and external partners
* Deputise for the Estate Manager during periods of absence
* Support events, seasonal works, and community initiatives
Person Specification
Experience & Skills
* Strong experience in environmental services, grounds maintenance, or public space management
* Proven team leadership and operational supervision experience
* Solid understanding of health & safety legislation and compliance
* Confidence dealing with the public, contractors, and enforcement matters
* Practical, hands-on approach with strong problem-solving skills
* Full UK driving licence
Essential Qualifications
* NVQ Level 4 (or equivalent) in a relevant field
* Grounds maintenance or horticultural qualification
* Basic health & safety training (or willingness to undertake)
Desirable Qualifications
* IOSH Working Safely
* First Aid at Work
* Enforcement or local authority experience
* Knowledge of public space byelaws
What We Offer
* Salary: £35,412 - £38,220 per annum
* Pension: Entry into the Local Government Pension Scheme upon successful completion of probation
* A varied, hands-on leadership role with real community impact
* Opportunity to deputise and progress within a senior operational structure
* Involvement in estate improvements, environmental projects, and public initiatives
* Supportive team environment with ongoing training opportunities
For more information about the role, please call our office on 01872 263994 and ask for Olivia.
The Best Connection is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.