Overview
This role sits within the Place Directorate and reports to the Chief Operations Lead. The Street Scene and Leisure service is responsible for delivering key environmental services including waste management, street cleansing, parks and open spaces, arboriculture, and grounds maintenance. The team plays a vital role in maintaining Thurrock's public realm and ensuring services are delivered efficiently, safely, and in line with community needs.
About the Role
As Head of Street Scene and Leisure, you will be responsible for:
* Leading and managing Waste Management and Clean & Green Services.
* Overseeing the Household Waste and Recycling Centre and related commercial operations.
* Managing budgets, income streams, and procurement of external contracts.
* Driving service improvement, public satisfaction, and strategic development.
* Representing the service at senior leadership and council meetings.
We're looking for someone who has:
* Proven leadership in managing multi-disciplinary teams and large-scale services.
* Strong strategic planning, budget management, and contract oversight experience.
* Expertise in waste management, environmental legislation, and grounds maintenance.
* Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder engagement skills.
* A track record of innovation and service transformation, Disability Confident
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Qualifications
* Degree, management qualification, or relevant professional qualification.
* Certificate of Technical Competence for Household Waste and Recycling Centres (desirable).
* DBS: Not Required for this post
Benefits of Working with Us
At Thurrock Council, we value our employees and offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:
* Generous annual leave entitlement
* Local Government Pension Scheme
* Flexible and hybrid working opportunities (where applicable)
* Ongoing training and professional development
* Employee assistance programme and wellbeing support
* Staff discounts and local offers
* A supportive and inclusive working environment
Important Dates
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