Civic Centre (Hybrid)
Permanent, Full time
No DBS check required
£46,731 - £48,710
37 hours
Wyre is a borough that shows the best of Lancashire. We are located on the coast, with Preston, Blackpool and the Lake District nearby and home to picturesque towns including Fleetwood, Garstang, Poulton-le-Fylde and Thornton Cleveleys, as well as many beautiful rural villages. Wyre welcomed over 4.4 million visitors in 2023 - and it is easy to see why. The borough boasts a rich heritage with historic high streets and bustling markets, mouth-watering local food and quality accommodation and a calendar filled with brilliant events. On one side you’ll find stunning award-winning beaches with unspoilt coastlines, and on the other unforgettable landscapes in the Forest of Bowland, an area of outstanding natural beauty.
THE ROLE
This is an exciting new role within Wyre Council and will be key to help the council to achieve its vision ‘Wyre is a place where everyone can prosper’.
With responsibility for leading and shaping our Buildings and Capital Projects team the successful candidate will also play a key role in developing and project managing property development opportunities across the Borough working closely with the Assistant Director of Property & Development Projects.
With a substantial property portfolio comprising over 240 assets, the successful candidate will be able to utilise their experience in managing the buildings team and all repairs and maintenance obligations along with all buildings compliance matters.
The post holder will also project manage any development opportunities within the wider Estate whilst promoting and implementing any changes required to ensure Wyre have an efficient team working closely with Estates colleagues.
If you are an inspirational leader and a strategic thinker ideally with knowledge and understanding of Local Government then we want to hear from you.
To apply online and for more information about this vacancy, please visit our website www.wyre.gov.uk
Please note that we do reserve the right to close this vacancy earlier than the date advertised should there be sufficient interest in the position prior to the closing date. Therefore it is advised to submit your application as soon as possible.
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