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<p><strong>Shared Service Manager (Waste) North Herts Council</strong></p><p><strong>North Herts Council</strong></p><p>Permanent, Full Time</p><p>£52,866 - £61,866 per annum, plus car allowance (pay award pending)</p><p>Location: Buntingford</p><p>Closing Date: 14th July 2025</p><p><strong> Essex County Council are delighted to be advertising on behalf of North Herts Council for the role of </strong> <a href="https://www.north-herts.gov.uk/shared-service-manager-waste" target="_blank">Shared Service Manager - Waste | North Herts Council</a> </p><p><strong>The Role</strong> </p><h2> East and North Herts Councils have a brand-new shared waste, recycling and street cleansing contract in place and are also rolling out an ambitious service change this summer. This is a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious waste professional to lead the service at the start of this new era, with responsibility for both Councils' waste, recycling and street cleansing services. </h2><p>The Experience You Will Bring </p><h2> You will be an experienced and committed waste leader, with significant experience of managing large contracts and budgets, as well as the ability to lead major projects and procurements. You will have significant experience of developing policies and strategies and of successful performance management. You will have excellent technical knowledge of waste and be our subject expert. </h2><h2> You will have the skills to lead and motivate a high performing team, ability to work in partnership with stakeholders and have a customer focused attitude. </h2><p><a href="https://www.north-herts.gov.uk/about-us" target="_blank"> About Us </a> </p><p> North Hertfordshire is a large rural district with approximately 125,000 residents with four historic towns, Hitchin, Baldock, Royston and Letchworth Garden City. The Council has a clear vision: We put people first and deliver sustainable services, to enable a brighter future together. </p><p><strong>Why work with us?</strong> </p><p> We are committed to promoting equality, diversity, and inclusion in our recruitment practices and in our employment policies. We want our employees to feel safe to express themselves and we encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds with a wide range of talents. We are dedicated to promoting a healthy work/life balance, valuing our employees, and enabling them to make a difference to the local community. </p><p> Please note that all our vacancies require you to live and work in the UK, and selection interviews are face to face in our Letchworth offices or other nearby council sites. </p><p> At North Herts Council we are proud to be a Disability Confident employer and we guarantee an interview to anyone disclosing a disability whose application meets the minimum requirements for the job. </p><p><strong>Our benefits include:</strong> </p><h2> · Flexible working options including flexi-time scheme and home-working </h2><h2> · Continued professional development supported and professional subscriptions paid </h2><h2> · Local Government Defined Benefit Pension Scheme (19.5% employer contribution) </h2><h2> · Generous annual leave, including Christmas close-down period </h2><h2> · Occupational sick pay </h2><h2> · Free parking permit for office use </h2><h2> · Discounts, including 50% off NHC gym membership </h2><p><strong>What you should do next</strong> </p><p> If you are interested in finding out more about this role, we would love to hear from you. Please apply via <a href="https://www.north-herts.gov.uk/shared-service-manager-waste" target="_blank"> Shared Service Manager - Waste | North Herts Council </a> </p><p> Please note that we do not accept CV applications, either on their own or accompanying application forms. Therefore, please ensure that all relevant information is provided on the application form on the NHC job pages. </p><p> If you would like an informal chat about the post, please contact Sarah Kingsley, Director - Environment, on 01462 474552 </p><p> <strong>*Please apply via </strong><a href="https://www.north-herts.gov.uk/shared-service-manager-waste" target="_blank"><strong> Shared Service Manager - Waste | North Herts Council</strong> </a></p>

Shared Service Manager (Waste) North Herts Council

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<p>Please apply online via the link provided.</p>
<p>Rochford District Council is committed to equal opportunities and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.  People with disabilities will be offered an interview where they meet the Essential Criteria on the Person Specification.&nbsp;</p>
<p>It is our policy that if you have not heard back within 3 weeks of the closing date you should assume that you have not been shortlisted on this occasion.</p>



<p>(Starting salary dependent upon skills and qualifications, progression subject to satisfactory performance)&nbsp;</p>
<h4>The OneTeam partnership&nbsp;</h4>
<p>Rochford District Council and Brentwood Borough Council have formed an exciting strategic partnership, and the Corporate Finance Team provide support to both Councils.&nbsp;</p>
<h4>About the role&nbsp;</h4>
<p>An exciting opportunity has arisen in our recently formed Corporate Finance Team for a Housing Revenue Account (HRA), Capital and Treasury Principal Accountant. The successful candidate must have the ability to work effectively under pressure to deliver positive outcomes. The role covers strategic HRA and capital financing, investments and treasury.</p>
<p>Please view the Job Description and Person Specification below for more information.</p>
<h4>About the candidate&nbsp;</h4>
<p>This opportunity would suit an individual who has experience of HRA and capital accounting, who is looking to further enhance their career.</p>
<h4>Benefits of working for us&nbsp;</h4>
<p>In return, we offer a generous annual leave entitlement, enrolment into the Local Government Pension Scheme, access to our employee assistance programme and staff benefits platform with discounts across a range of retailers.</p>
<p><strong>For an informal discussion please contact Sarah Harris – Corporate Manager (Financial Management) on 01277 312500.&nbsp;</strong></p>
<p>Please note – this is a hybrid role, which will require working at both Councils' sites. The successful candidate will be employed by Brentwood Borough Council.&nbsp;</p>

Principal Accountant – HRA, Capital and Investments

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<p>Please apply online via the link provided.</p>
<p>Rochford District Council is committed to equal opportunities and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.  People with disabilities will be offered an interview where they meet the Essential Criteria on the Person Specification.&nbsp;</p>
<p>It is our policy that if you have not heard back within 3 weeks of the closing date you should assume that you have not been shortlisted on this occasion.</p>



<p>(Starting salary dependent upon skills and qualifications, progression subject to satisfactory performance)&nbsp;</p>
<h4>The OneTeam partnership&nbsp;</h4>
<p>Rochford District Council and Brentwood Borough Council have formed an exciting strategic partnership, and the Corporate Finance Team provide support to both Councils.&nbsp;</p>
<h4>About the role&nbsp;</h4>
<p>An exciting opportunity has arisen in our recently formed Corporate Finance Team for an Accounts Assistant. The successful candidate must have the ability to work effectively under pressure to deliver positive outcomes. The role covers transactional, operational and business support functions to handle the day-to-day finance tasks including journals, purchase orders, data analytics, complete returns, support cash management and reconciliations.&nbsp;</p>
<p>Please view the Job Description and Person Specification below for more information.</p>
<h4>About the candidate&nbsp;</h4>
<p>This opportunity would suit either an individual who has experience within an accounts team or some who is looking to start a career in finance.&nbsp;</p>
<h4>Benefits of working for us&nbsp;</h4>
<p>In return, we offer a generous annual leave entitlement, enrolment into the Local Government Pension Scheme, access to our employee assistance programme and staff benefits platform with discounts across a range of retailers.</p>
<p><strong>For an informal discussion please contact Sarah Harris – Corporate Manager (Financial Management) on 01277 312500.&nbsp;</strong></p>
<p>Please note – this is a hybrid role, which will require working at both Councils' sites. The successful candidate will be employed by Brentwood Borough Council.&nbsp;</p>

Accounts Assistant

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<p>Please apply online via the link provided.</p>
<p>Rochford District Council is committed to equal opportunities and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.  People with disabilities will be offered an interview where they meet the Essential Criteria on the Person Specification.&nbsp;</p>
<p>It is our policy that if you have not heard back within 3 weeks of the closing date you should assume that you have not been shortlisted on this occasion.</p>



<p>(Starting salary dependent upon skills and qualifications, progression subject to satisfactory performance)&nbsp;</p>
<p>Do you want to be part of a motivated and dynamic forward-thinking IT Team? How about getting opportunities to work with the latest cloud and cyber technologies? Do you like to problem solve? Or how about challenges?&nbsp;</p>
<h4>About the role</h4>
<p>Following the successful migration to Cloud services the Council has widen its digital landscape by continuing to invest in modern digital platforms and the position of an ICT Technical Analyst has become available.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>
<p>The ICT Technical Analyst will be working with other IT Team members to deliver high quality technical services. The Team provides first and second line support to Officers of the Council. The role does offer remote work but there is an expectation of being onsite regularly.&nbsp;</p>
<p>It gets more exciting. Rochford and Brentwood Councils have joined in a strategic partnership and are working together to create “One Team” for two Councils. Working in the Council’s IT Team you will be exposed to a wide variety of technologies, challenges, and opportunities to upskill. Working in a continuous improve model - You will be part of motivated and forward-thinking technology team and get the opportunity to contribute to the effective delivery of the Council’s Digital Strategies, improve the Customer and Employee experience, and ensure that critical systems are highly available.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>
<p>Knowledge of Microsoft Cloud technologies and ITIL would be advantageous.</p>
<p>As the Council continues with the transformation agenda, this job role will continue to evolve to fit into the new working practices of the organisation.</p>
<p>For an informal discussion please contact Tim Huggins,Corporate Manager – IT &amp; Digital:&nbsp;<a href="mailto:tim.huggins@brentwood.gov.uk" target="_blank">tim.huggins@brentwood.rochford.gov.uk</a> or 01277 312933.&nbsp;</p>

ICT Technical Analyst

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<p><strong>Principal Environmental Health Officer – Environmental Protection&nbsp;</strong>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>37 hours per week</strong>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Salary Range PO 9-12 £44,711 - £47,754 (depending on qualifications and experience)</strong>&nbsp;</p>
<p>Located in South-East Essex, with miles of coastline, home to London Southend Airport and benefitting from good road and rail links, Rochford is a prosperous community with a small and dedicated Environmental Health team.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>
<p>We are looking for an experienced and enthusiastic Environmental Health officer to join our busy multi-disciplinary Environmental Health team.&nbsp; The post-holder will retain a specialism in Environmental Protection and main responsibilities will include investigating allegations of statutory nuisance and provision of advice and guidance to stakeholders.&nbsp; You will also be required to interpret acoustic reports in respond to consultations.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>
<p>The successful applicant will have sound knowledge of Environmental Protection legislation and guidance as well as effective organisational and communication skills.&nbsp; A commitment to provision of high standards of customer service are also essential and the officer will be expected to contribute positively to the progression of the service.&nbsp; You must hold a full, current driving licence and have use of a vehicle.&nbsp;</p>
<p>Please see the attached Job Description and Personal Specification for more detailed information.&nbsp; Starting salary will be dependent upon the qualification and experience of the successful applicant.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>
<p>For an informal discussion, please call Andrew Paddon, Environmental Health Team Leader on 01702 318056.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>
<p>Closing Date: <strong>Advertise for 3 weeks</strong>&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>
<p>Provisional interview dates - to be confirmed</p>

Principal Environmental Health Officer - Pollution

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<p>Please apply online via the link provided.</p>
<p>Rochford District Council is committed to equal opportunities and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.  People with disabilities will be offered an interview where they meet the Essential Criteria on the Person Specification.&nbsp;</p>
<p>It is our policy that if you have not heard back within 3 weeks of the closing date you should assume that you have not been shortlisted on this occasion.</p>



<p>Benefits: generous annual leave allowance, Local Government Pension Scheme, staff discounts.</p>
<h4>Our vacancies</h4>
<p>Rochford District Council currently has two vacancies for Open Spaces Operative (Grounds Maintenance):</p>
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<li>1 Permanent contract</li>
<li>1 Fixed Term contract (for up to 2 years)</li>
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<h4>Our culture and values</h4>
<p>We like our staff to be proactive and innovative. Being customer focused and willing to maximise your potential at work are expected. We all work together to achieve the very best for our residents which sometimes means getting involved in projects and trying new tasks outside of your day to day job role. We love our staff to suggest new ideas and to have enthusiasm to try out new experiences.</p>
<h4>The job role</h4>
<p>Rochford District Council is looking to appoint an enthusiastic and proactive individual to take on the challenging role of Open Spaces Operative (Grounds Maintenance).</p>
<p>This is an exciting opportunity for a positive and enthusiastic individual to join our dedicated and hardworking Grounds Maintenance Team. We are looking for versatility, self-motivation and a keen interest in the great outdoors.</p>
<p>As Open Spaces Operative (Grounds Maintenance), you will be engaged in all aspects of horticultural work including the use of tractors, heavy grass cutting machinery, tree, shrub and bedding planting, hedge cutting, renovation of sports pitches, as well as assisting in the day-to-day challenges of grounds maintenance. You will be key in providing our Parks for Nature initiative as we look to rewild our parks, planting trees and maintaining wild meadows and conservation areas.</p>
<p>The successful candidate will need to be able to undertake physically demanding work in all weathers and/ or seasons. The successful candidate will be customer focussed and act with utmost professionalism.</p>
<p>Working within Grounds Maintenance can be challenging; however, this is outweighed by the sense of pride and the self-rewarding nature of working as a part of a committed team within the great outdoors.</p>
<p>Please note - due to the seasonal aspect of this role, annual leave will be limited between April – July.</p>
<p><strong>For an informal chat please call Adam Aldridge, Service Manager – Green Spaces, on 01702 318053</strong><strong>.</strong></p>

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