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Interim Head of Service (Asset Management and Building Safety), Northampton
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Location: Northampton, United Kingdom
Job Category: Other
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Posted:
04.06.2025
Expiry Date:
19.07.2025
Job Description:
We are currently looking for an Interim Head of Service (Asset Management and Building Safety) to join a Local Council in Yorkshire as soon as possible for a 3-6 month period whilst they recruit for the perm post.
This role falls inside IR35 and requires on-site presence 2-3 days per week.
As Head of Service – Asset Management & Building Safety, you’ll play a pivotal role in shaping the future of the council's housing stock, ensuring homes are safe, sustainable, and fit for the future.
You will lead the strategic planning and delivery of asset management, building safety, and capital investment across the housing stock. Ensuring compliance with Decent Homes Standards, building safety legislation, and supporting Net Zero ambitions.
This leadership role involves working closely with elected members, tenants, contractors, and internal teams to deliver safe, warm, and sustainable homes.
Key Responsibilities:
* Lead the strategic asset management and building safety functions for council housing
* Oversee capital investment programmes and ensure safety compliance
* Develop and implement a 30-year Asset Management Strategy
* Engage tenants in service delivery
* Manage budgets, contracts, and procurement
* Advise senior leaders and elected officials
* Drive innovation, performance, and continuous improvement
* Lead a high-performing team across asset strategy, compliance, and delivery
What You’ll Bring:
* Proven leadership in asset management and building safety
* Strong knowledge of housing legislation, compliance, and Decent Homes Standards
* Experience managing complex projects and large budgets
* Ability to influence senior stakeholders and lead multidisciplinary teams
* Passion for delivering safe, sustainable housing and excellent tenant outcomes
Must have: Local Government/Housing experience.
If interested, please send your latest CV, availability to start, and day rate (inside IR35) to [emailprotected] by 9am on Tuesday 3rd June.
Note: Due to high application volume, only successful candidates will be contacted. Please use the email above for applications; we cannot respond to InMail messages regarding this role.
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