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You’ve found it – and plenty more. We are looking for a Facilities Management Officer to work in the Facilities Management (FM) team providing facility services and compliance checks to the council community and other corporate <span class=\"jobDetsMarker\"></span>buildings.</span><span> </span></p>\n<p><span> </span></p>\n<p><span>We seek the best talent from the widest pool of people as diversity and inclusion is the key to our success. Reading Borough Council is a Disability Confident Employer and is committed to the recruitment and continued employment of people with disabilities.</span><span> </span></p>\n<p><span> </span></p>\n<p><b><span>About the role </span></b><span> </span></p>\n<p><span>You will work in a fast paced mobile environment in various buildings across the borough of Reading as part of the wider Facilities Management team. This role would be ideally suited to someone with experience of carrying out building compliance and other checks, some basic repairs in a corporate type buildings with great customer care attributes and an eye for detail or someone who would like to broaden their skill base into something different.  </span><span> </span></p>\n<p><span> <br></span><b><span>Your main duties will include:</span></b><span> </span></p>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<span>To be carrying out compliance and building checks in community centres and other council buildings and either be trained or willing to undertake this training </span><span> </span>\n</li>\n</ul>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<span>To carry out health and safety and other checks and lead in emergency situations such as first aid</span><span> </span>\n</li>\n</ul>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<span>Provide inductions to visitors and contractors on site to provide access and facilitate specialist repairs are carried out safely. </span><span> </span>\n</li>\n</ul>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<span>To provide customer care to hirers and building users.</span><span> </span>\n</li>\n</ul>\n<p><span> </span></p>\n<p><b><span>About you:</span></b><span> </span></p>\n<p><span>We are looking for someone with experience of working with the public and a strong commitment to excellent customer care. You will bring compliance or safety-related experience, along with a solid appreciation of the importance of Health & Safety, including practical experience of carrying out statutory compliance tasks in corporate buildings. The role also requires the ability to undertake basic repairs and maintenance work.</span><span> <br></span><span> </span></p>\n<p><span>Flexibility is essential, as you will need to work across different sites and hold a clean driving licence. The role may also involve some evening and weekend work on an overtime basis. As some tasks are physically demanding, you should be comfortable with manual work. A commitment to further training and development is also important for this position.</span><span> </span></p>\n<p><span> </span></p>\n<p><span>You’ll be part of a team that relies on each individual to play their part to the best of their ability. As well as the colleagues that you work closely with every day, you’ll also be part of Team Reading, playing your personal part in making Reading a successful and vibrant place. </span><span> <br></span><span> <br></span><span>Our vision is to ensure that Reading realises its potential as a great place to live, work and play, and that everyone shares the benefits of this success. Our values and behaviours guide how we will achieve this:</span><span> </span></p>\n<p><span> </span></p>\n<p><b><span>Work Together as one team - </span></b><span>work collaboratively, with each other and with our partners, and demonstrate the Team Reading values in everything we do.</span><span> </span></p>\n<p><b><span>Drive Efficiency - </span></b><span>show initiative, be adaptable to change and put forward ideas to help improve delivery and efficiency. Take responsibility for our own learning and development and for reaching our potential.</span><span> </span></p>\n<p><b><span>Be Ambitious - </span></b><span>be demanding of our own performance – striving to be even better – and be prepared to engage with and challenge leaders in a constructive and positive way.</span><span> </span></p>\n<p><b><span>Make a Difference to Reading - </span></b><span>maintain the highest levels of customer service and be flexible and willing to provide the services needed at the time they are needed.</span><span> </span></p>\n<p><span> </span></p>\n<p><b><span>Our offer</span></b><span> </span></p>\n<p><span>We offer a supportive environment to grow and develop your career with the opportunity to put your ideas across. Innovation and ambition is strongly encouraged, and you’ll get a great feel for that working in our friendly and collaborative environment.</span><span> </span></p>\n<p><span> </span></p>\n<p><span>A competitive salary alongside a range of benefits including:</span><span> </span></p>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<span>Generous holiday entitlement - 25 days holiday each year plus bank holidays - rising to 33 days after 10 years' service, with the option to buy additional leave.</span><span> </span>\n</li>\n</ul>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<span>A wide range of flexible working opportunities </span><span> </span>\n</li>\n</ul>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<span>Modern working environment at the Civic Offices in the heart of Reading</span><span> </span>\n</li>\n</ul>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<span>Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)</span><span> </span>\n</li>\n</ul>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<span>Life Assurance - three times your annual salary (for members of the LGPS)</span><span> </span>\n</li>\n</ul>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<span>A nursery in our Civic Offices (Kennet Day nursery) rated outstanding by Ofsted, and a salary sacrifice scheme to help lower the cost of your nursery fees.</span><span> </span>\n</li>\n</ul>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<span>Season Ticket Loan - a loan to help with the cost of your rail or bus journey, to and from work.</span><span> </span>\n</li>\n</ul>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<span>Lease car salary sacrifice scheme allowing you to lease a brand new, greener car for three years.  The monthly fee includes insurance, servicing and road tax.</span><span> </span>\n</li>\n</ul>\n<p><span> <br></span><b><span>To arrange a confidential discussion on this position please contact Glyn Bethell (Facilities Manager) - </span></b><a href=\"mailto:glyn.bethell@reading.gov.uk\"><b><span>glyn.bethell@reading.gov.uk</span></b></a> <span> <br></span><span> </span></p>\n<p><span>Closing Date: Sunday 1</span><span>st</span><span> June 2025</span><span> </span></p>\n<p><span>Interview Date: TBC </span><span> </span></p>\n<p><span> </span></p>\n<p><span>Please note that the closing date is given as a guide. We reserve the right to close this vacancy once a sufficient number of applications has been received. 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Support will be provided using a strength-based approach, it will be assertive and delivered to customers in their homes and the community.</p>\n<p>The aim is to support households transition from experiencing homelessness to successfully sustaining a home.</p>\n<p>The role requires community engagement which will predominately be completed on foot, across varying terrains (for example, but not limited to paved roads, woodlands, walking up stairs,etc), in all weather conditions. Walking may be for up to, but not limited to, two hours at a time.</p>\n<p><strong>The successful applicant will be required to have a DBS check.</strong></p>\n<p>For an informal chat about the role, call Charlotte Redpath on 01252 398567 or Jermaine Pinto 01252 398652</p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£32,654 to £38,626","publishDate":"2025-05-12T12:38:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-05-25T22:59:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/63a73d9b-844e-45d8-9ca5-844b52998121.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"eab157c7-b56d-4304-a257-156169687bd3","title":"Housing Needs Triage Officer","employer":"Wokingham Borough Council","department":"","location":"Shute End, Wokingham","locationType":2,"description":"<p>The Homelessness and Housing Needs Team is looking for a Housing Needs Triage Officer to join our team to be the first point of contact for households in the borough who have a housing need and to triage households so that they are then assessed by the most relevant parts of the service.</p>\n<p>Responsibilities will include:</p>\n<ul>\n<li>To provide a triage services via telephone, email and using our online case management system to households who have a housing need and to households who are homeless or threatened with homelessness</li>\n<li>To provide a first point of contact for the Housing Online and Allocations services</li>\n<li>To provide initial housing advice to households and details of suitable housing options in the private and public sector, including information on homelessness prevention</li>\n<li>To respond to all of the referrals that the Council receives under the Duty to Refer, making initial inquiries and triaging as appropriate</li>\n<li>To make emergency accommodation bookings on behalf of the Homelessness Prevention Officers</li>\n<li>To provide effective operational and administration support within the Homelessness and Housing Needs Team, including telephone calls to applicants to gather information, making third party enquiries, writing letters, taking notes, responding to emails and updating applicant records</li>\n</ul>\n<p>Relevant experience in frontline/ operational Homelessness services is desirable.</p>\n<p>Closing date: Sunday 1st June, 11.59pm</p>\n<p>Interview date: TBC</p>\n<p>For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Kerry Flynn, Allocations Team Leader  -  Kerry.Flynn@wokingham.gov.uk </p>\n<p><em>If your application is shortlisted for an interview, you will be required to provide proof of your right to work in the UK at that stage. Additionally, successful candidates must present proof upon receiving a job offer. </em></p>\n<p><em>Please note that all offers are conditional and subject to the satisfactory completion of pre-employment checks.</em></p>\n<p><em>Whilst this is a fixed term contract appointment, for anyone already employed by Wokingham Borough Council this would be classed as a secondment if successful.  Therefore, the usual permission requests for secondments apply and you must speak to your line manager in the first instance before applying.</em></p>\n<p><em>Wokingham Borough Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expects all staff, and other workers and volunteers to share this commitment. 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Our team plays a critical role in ensuring that homeless households have access to safe and secure housing. We are currently seeking an experienced and proactive candidate to join our team as an Accommodation Procurement Officer. This role is essential in helping us expand our network of accommodation providers and support households in transitioning from temporary or insecure housing to more permanent solutions.</div>\n</div>\n<div class=\"vacancy-details\">\n<p><strong>The Role</strong></p>\n<p>As an Accommodation Procurement Officer, you will work closely with our Homelessness Prevention Officers to secure private rented sector accommodation for households at risk of homelessness.</p>\n<p>Your main responsibilities will include:</p>\n<ul>\n<li>Establishing a network of new accommodation providers. Engage with existing and prospective landlords and letting agents to expand our pool of available properties.</li>\n<li>Conducting thorough property inspections.</li>\n<li>Adhering to procurement processes and compliance checks.</li>\n<li>Promoting the uptake of our Rent Guarantee Scheme.</li>\n<li>Coordinating property viewings.</li>\n<li>Managing properties under the Rent Guarantee Scheme, including conducting regular inspections and taking enforcement action when necessary.</li>\n<li>Inspecting and procuring properties to meet business requirements.</li>\n<li>Conducting regular visits to households.</li>\n</ul>\n<p><strong>About You</strong></p>\n<p>We are looking for an organised and motivated individual with a strong background in housing procurement or property management. The ideal candidate will have:</p>\n<ul>\n<li>Experience working with landlords and letting agents, with a proven ability to build and maintain positive relationships.</li>\n<li>A thorough understanding of property standards and regulations.</li>\n<li>Strong organisational skills and excellent communication and negotiation skills.</li>\n<li>A proactive approach to problem-solving and the ability to work independently as well as part of a team.</li>\n<li>Experience in housing management is highly desirable.</li>\n</ul>\n<p>The successful candidate must hold a full clean UK driving licence and have their access to their own vehicle, as the role involves regular travel within and outside the Wokingham borough.</p>\n<p><strong>Don’t miss out on this exciting opportunity to join an excellent and dynamic team.</strong></p>\n<p>Please note, we recommend submitting your application as soon as possible, as this advert may close early if a suitable candidate is identified.</p>\n<p>For an Informal discussion, please email Paul Morgan, Temporary Accommodation and Resettlement Team Lead - paul.morgan@wokingham.gov.uk</p>\n<p><strong>Closing date of applications:</strong> 11.00pm on Sunday 1st June 2025</p>\n<p><strong>Interview date:</strong> TBC</p>\n<p><em>If your application is shortlisted for an interview, you will be required to provide proof of your right to work in the UK at that stage. Additionally, successful candidates must present proof upon receiving a job offer.</em></p>\n<p><em>Please note that all offers are conditional and subject to the satisfactory completion of pre-employment checks.   </em></p>\n<p><em>Whilst this is a fixed term contract appointment, for anyone already employed by Wokingham Borough Council this would be classed as a secondment if successful.  Therefore, the usual permission requests for secondments apply and you must speak to your line manager in the first instance before applying.</em></p>\n<p><em>Wokingham Borough Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expects all staff, other workers and volunteers to share this commitment. All successful candidates for this role will be subject to Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) checks along with other relevant employment checks.</em></p>\n<p><em>Wokingham is an equal opportunities employer.</em></p>\n</div>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£35,235 - £38,626 Per Annum, Plus Benefits","publishDate":"2025-05-12T07:00:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-06-01T22:59:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/5fd60d9b-808c-4b42-851a-a580fc08985f.png","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"7cf7cc89-fd71-4fe2-872b-396e41fb2f35","title":"Housing Options Officer - Looked After Children","employer":"Bracknell Forest Council","department":"","location":"Time Square, Market Street, Bracknell, United Kingdom","locationType":2,"description":"<h3>12-month fixed-term contract or 12-month secondment for internal candidates</h3>\n<p>We are looking for an experienced Housing Options Officer to join our team to work alongside our colleagues in the Leaving Care and Children Looked After teams. </p>\n<p>At Bracknell Forest, we pride ourselves on being a council which is stable and well-managed where our employees can thrive in a supportive environment. We understand the importance of a healthy work-life balance and offer a variety of flexible working practices, including options for remote working and arrangements that allow you to work from home, although this is a hybrid working role, much of your contact with partners and customers will be face-to-face.</p>\n<h3>About you...</h3>\n<p>You will be working closely with young people to improve their housing outcomes by providing tailored housing options and pathways, helping to prevent looked after children and care leavers who are at risk from becoming homeless. You will also work collaboratively with children’s social workers, offering advice to support the best outcomes for young people, while also building effective relationships with them. As a main part of your role, you will be expected to carry out full enquiries and make legal decisions under the relevant housing legislation.</p>\n<p>The ideal candidate will be passionate about working with young people, able to manage their own caseload effectively and committed to delivering a customer focused approach.</p>\n<h3>About the team...</h3>\n<p>You will be joining a dynamic, friendly and solution-based Housing Options team, delivering proactive advice and assistance to households who are homeless or threatened with homelessness. The work is fast-paced and innovative, sometimes challenging however there is also time for finding creative solutions where every day is different.</p>\n<p>We pride ourselves on being person-centred and have formed positive working relationships with agencies within and outside of the council. We have a can-do attitude that enables us to offer the best support to some of the most vulnerable members of our community. We will make sure that you have all the training and support you need.</p>\n<h3>Key responsibilities...</h3>\n<ul>\n<li>To provide comprehensive advice to young people who are either homeless or at risk of homelessness to retain their existing accommodation or secure alternative housing</li>\n<li>To provide a customer focussed approach ensuring that a full housing needs assessments has been undertaken, all statutory notifications and Personal Housing Plans are published</li>\n<li>To consider and assess homelessness applications in accordance with the Housing Act 1996 Part VII (as amended by the Homeless Act 2002 and the Homelessness Reduction Act 2017)</li>\n<li>To work closely with agencies involved with young people.</li>\n</ul>\n<h3>Our benefits...</h3>\n<ul>\n<li>28 days* annual leave increasing to 33 days* after 3 years’ continuous service.</li>\n<li>The opportunity to buy up to 10 additional days* annual leave per year and sell 5 days.</li>\n<li>Hybrid working opportunities to support your wellbeing and work-life balance. </li>\n<li>Electric vehicle salary sacrifice for an electric car at a fixed monthly cost (subject to eligibility).</li>\n<li>An inclusive and social working environment with a variety of staff networks. </li>\n<li>Local government pension scheme.</li>\n<li>Life insurance cover (linked to the pension scheme)</li>\n<li>Enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption and fostering leave. </li>\n<li>Recognition of continuous service attained within the NHS and UKHSA when calculating some benefits such as annual leave entitlements, occupational maternity/paternity leave, and more. (Terms and Conditions apply – please refer to candidate pack for more information.)</li>\n<li>Career development through internal and external training opportunities. </li>\n<li>A great office location next to travel links and Bracknell Forest’s thriving town centre. </li>\n<li>Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support your health and wellbeing. </li>\n<li>Sports and Social Club.</li>\n<li>Staff dental and health plans. </li>\n<li>Discounted leisure centre and gym membership. </li>\n<li>Supermarket discount. </li>\n</ul>\n<p>*(pro rata for part time)</p>\n<h3>Our values...</h3>\n<p>At Bracknell Forest Council our values define who we are and what is important to us. Our core values are inclusive, ambitious, and always learning. These values influence the way we work with each other and the way we serve our residents and engage with our communities. We make our values real by demonstrating them in how we behave every day. If you are excited about joining a diverse team that celebrates learning and strives for excellence, we would love to hear from you.</p>\n<h4>Our support </h4>\n<p>We are committed to ensuring an inclusive recruitment process for all applicants. If you require any reasonable adjustments to support your application or interview, please let us know by contacting <a href=\"mailto:recruitment@bracknell-forest.gov.uk\">recruitment@bracknell-forest.gov.uk</a>. We will work with you to support you throughout the process</p>\n<h3>Interview date...</h3>\n<p>Interviews will be held on 10th and 11th June 2025.</p>\n<p>Interviews will be conducted in person, providing candidates with the chance to personally meet the team and experience our work environment.</p>\n<p>We will be reviewing applications regularly and reserve the right to close the advert early if suitable candidates are identified. 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This includes assessing the materials needed, obtaining them from main stores or suppliers, and seeking approval for repairs that exceed specified work orders. <br><br>Your work will primarily be in occupied properties, so it's essential to exercise care to avoid damage to occupants' property and treat all customers (tenants) with courtesy and respect.<br><br>Upon completion of work or at the end of shifts, you will ensure that sites are properly tidied up, with all waste materials removed and disposed of according to instructions. You will complete service sheets, orders, and time sheets legibly and promptly, and carry out all work in accordance with current codes of safe working practice, legislation, and Health and Safety regulations. Wearing the Council uniform and carrying ID cards at all times is mandatory.<br><br>Additionally, you will improve the quality of services to customers/clients, achieve minute targets/job counts set under the Pay and Productivity Scheme, and identify any additional work required. You will manage your workload, tools, and materials to maximize quality, productivity, and customer satisfaction. <br><br>This role also requires availability for emergency call-out as part of a rota system for out-of-hours emergencies.</p>\n<p><strong><b><br>Requirements:</b></strong></p>\n<ul>\n<li>City and Guilds or NVQ in Floorcovering with demonstrable experience in a range of flooring skills.</li>\n<li>Knowledge of Building Trades/Construction.</li>\n<li>Experience in refurbishment and repairs within the general building business.</li>\n<li>Ability to work independently and as part of a team.</li>\n<li>Skilled in installing various flooring systems and preparing subfloors.</li>\n<li>Excellent customer care and communication skills.</li>\n<li>Full current driving licence.</li>\n</ul>\n<p> </p>\n<p>You’ll be part of a team that relies on each individual to play their part to the best of their ability. As well as the colleagues that you work closely with every day, you’ll also be part of Team Reading, playing your personal part in making Reading a successful and vibrant place. <br><br>Our vision is to ensure that Reading realises its potential as a great place to live, work and play, and that everyone shares the benefits of this success. <br><br>Our values and behaviours guide how we will achieve this:</p>\n<p><strong><b>Work Together as one team - </b></strong>work collaboratively, with each other and with our partners, and demonstrate the Team Reading values in everything we do</p>\n<p><strong><b>Drive Efficiency - </b></strong>show initiative, be adaptable to change and put forward ideas to help improve delivery and efficiency. Take responsibility for our own learning and development and for reaching our potential</p>\n<p><strong><b>Be Ambitious - </b></strong>be demanding of our own performance – striving to be even better – and be prepared to engage with and challenge leaders in a constructive and positive way</p>\n<p><strong><b>Make a Difference to Reading - </b></strong>maintain the highest levels of customer service and be flexible and willing to provide the services needed at the time they are needed</p>\n<p><br><strong><b>Our offer</b></strong></p>\n<p>We offer a supportive environment to grow and develop your career with the opportunity to put your ideas across. Innovation and ambition is strongly encouraged, and you’ll get a great feel for that working in our friendly and collaborative environment.</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>A competitive salary alongside a range of benefits including:</p>\n<ul>\n<li>Generous holiday entitlement - 25 days holiday each year plus bank holidays - rising to 33 days after 10 years' service, with the option to buy additional leave</li>\n<li>A wide range of flexible working opportunities</li>\n<li>Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)</li>\n<li>Life Assurance - three times your annual salary (for members of the LGPS)</li>\n<li>On-site day nursery (Kennet Day nursery) rated outstanding by Ofsted</li>\n<li>Season Ticket Loan - a loan to help with the cost of your rail or bus journey, to and from work</li>\n<li>Lease car salary sacrifice scheme allowing you to lease a brand new, greener car for three years. 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Due to an increase in work for both internal and external clients Property Services are looking to recruit a Repairs and Maintenance Inspectors to join the Team.</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Repairs and Maintenance <span class=\"jobDetsMarker\"></span>Inspectors to be responsible for the inspection, specification, ordering and supervision of works of the maintenance and repair operations for our properties. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of building systems and construction techniques, as well as excellent communication and problem-solving skills.</p>\n<p><br>We seek the best talent from the widest pool of people as diversity and inclusion is the key to our success. 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As well as the colleagues that you work closely with every day, you will also be part of Team Reading, playing your personal part in making Reading a successful and vibrant place to live and work. <br><br>Our vision is to ensure that Reading realises its potential as a great place to live, work and play, and that everyone shares the benefits of this success. Our values and behaviours guide how we will achieve this:</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p><strong>Staff Value Statement </strong></p>\n<p><strong>Work Together as one team - </strong>work collaboratively, with each other and with our partners, and demonstrate the Team Reading values in everything we do</p>\n<p><strong>Drive Efficiency - </strong>show initiative, be adaptable to change and put forward ideas to help improve delivery and efficiency. Take responsibility for our own learning and development and for reaching our potential</p>\n<p><strong>Be Ambitious - </strong>be demanding of our own performance – striving to be even better – and be prepared to engage with and challenge leaders in a constructive and positive way</p>\n<p><strong>Make a Difference to Reading - </strong>maintain the highest levels of customer service and be flexible and willing to provide the services needed at the time they are needed</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p><strong>What we offer</strong></p>\n<p>We offer a supportive environment to grow and develop your career with the opportunity to put your ideas across. Innovation and ambition are strongly encouraged, and you’ll get a great feel for that working in our friendly and collaborative environment.</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>A competitive salary alongside a range of benefits including:</p>\n<ul>\n<li>Generous holiday entitlement - 25 days holiday each year plus bank holidays - rising to 33 days after 10 years' service, with the option to buy additional leave</li>\n<li>A wide range of flexible working opportunities</li>\n<li>Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)</li>\n<li>Life Assurance - three times your annual salary (for members of the LGPS)</li>\n<li>On-site day nursery (Kennet Day nursery) rated outstanding by Ofsted</li>\n<li>Season Ticket Loan - a loan to help with the cost of your rail or bus journey, to and from work</li>\n<li>Lease car salary sacrifice scheme allowing you to lease a brand new, greener car for three years. 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As our Head of Property Management, you will also lead the safe and efficient management of the council’s offices, which includes the council’s Headquarters.</p>\n<p>This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to the corporate leadership of the service and organisation, to deliver the council’s outcomes for its residents, customers and clients.</p>\n<p><strong>Benefits:</strong></p>\n<p>Not only is this an excellent opportunity, but it’s a fantastic time to join our team. You will receive an extensive range of employee benefits including:</p>\n<p>⭐ A generous annual leave entitlement of 31 days (rising to 36 days after 5 years continued local government service), plus Bank Holidays</p>\n<p>⭐ An excellent local government pension scheme</p>\n<p>⭐ Use of a free onsite gym (located at Shute End office)</p>\n<p>⭐ Salary sacrifice car & cycle to work schemes</p>\n<p>⭐ A range of local & lifestyle discounts</p>\n<p>⭐ An employee assistance programme including 24/7 wellbeing helpline</p>\n<p>⭐ And much more</p>\n<p><strong>Key responsibilities:</strong></p>\n<ul>\n<li>Responsible for ensuring that the Council’s corporate sites, including the Council’s headquarters building, are maintained and operated to meet legal and statutory requirements, in particular the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974</li>\n<li>To act as the Council’s key advisor for the statutory and compliance management of the Council’s property portfolio</li>\n<li>Management of a team which manages and coordinates planned investment and maintenance programme on the Council's property portfolio, and also reactive and service contracts</li>\n<li>To oversee the effective management of the Council’s Utilities Portfolio (Electricity Gas, Water and Oil), in relation to Council-owned properties, in line with all relevant energy and environmental regulations</li>\n<li>To contribute to the longer-term investment plans for corporate buildings, including in the context of rationalization and consolidation of the Council’s property portfolio</li>\n<li>To play an active role in the senior management team of the Commercial Property Service, representing the Service in wider corporate discussions and initiatives<strong> </strong>\n</li>\n</ul>\n<p><strong>Candidate requirements:</strong></p>\n<ul>\n<li>Degree-level or equivalent relevant professional qualifications or expertise</li>\n<li>Significant and demonstrable management experience in a property-related discipline gained with a public or large private organisation, with some experience at a senior level</li>\n<li>Able to operate effectively in large, complex and political organisations</li>\n<li>Strong project management background, either in the private or public sector</li>\n<li>Well-developed written and verbal communication skills</li>\n</ul>\n<p><strong>Our Area:</strong></p>\n<p>Wokingham Borough is set in the heart of Berkshire with excellent transport links to Reading and central London. Our area comprises of a vibrant and historical market town, attractive villages, and miles of beautiful countryside.</p>\n<p>We’re home to a range of high performing schools, a host of international businesses and an incredible community. We have a strong local economy with accelerated growth, a range of excellent public facilities and low levels of crime, offering an exceptional quality of life.</p>\n<p>If you’re interested in this exciting opportunity, click the link below and apply today!</p>\n<p>Alternatively, for more information or to arrange an informal discussion about this role, please email Sarah Morgan, Service Director - Commercial Property at <a href=\"mailto:sarah.moregan@wokingham.gov.uk\">sarah.morgan@wokingham.gov.uk</a>.</p>\n<p><strong>Closing Date: Sunday 1<sup>st</sup> June 2025</strong></p>\n<p><strong>Interview Date: W/C Monday 9<sup>th</sup> June 2025</strong></p>\n<p><em>Please be aware that we will be reviewing the applications we receive on a daily basis, and we reserve the right to close the advert early if suitable candidates are identified.</em></p>\n<p><em>If your application is shortlisted for an interview, you will be required to provide proof of your right to work in the UK at that stage. 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