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In collaboration with our service delivery partner, Tivoli, we are seeking a dynamic and forward-thinking individual to lead, operate, and develop our outdoor recreation service—branded as&nbsp;Tivoli Lifestyle—across the Arun district. This vibrant area includes two popular coastal resort towns and extensive green spaces.
The service encompasses a variety of outdoor activities, including (but not limited to) adventure golf, bowling greens, football pitches, and tennis courts.
At the heart of this role is a commitment to enhancing the wellbeing of Arun’s residents. You will bring essential expertise in promoting healthy lifestyles and unlocking the full potential of the district’s open spaces.
As a champion of innovation and continuous improvement, you will drive the development of modern, engaging, and income-generating services that resonate with the public and meet evolving community needs.
You will also be responsible for governance, ensuring all operations comply with relevant council and company policies, as well as legislative and regulatory standards.
Strong leadership is key—you will provide clear direction, support, and motivation to a team of operational staff, fostering a culture of excellence and service

Arun District Council

** External role with Tivoli - Lifestyle Manager, Arundel **

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Join Our Team as a Housing Disrepair Case Officer – Safeguard Homes, Protect Health, and Make a Lasting Impact
There’s never been a more important time to join Arun District Council’s Housing, Wellbeing &amp; Communities team. As we continue to transform the way we deliver services, we’re looking for an experienced and driven Housing Disrepair Case Officer to play a key role in ensuring our homes are safe, healthy, and legally compliant.
This is a 1-year fixed-term contract, created specifically to tackle and reduce our current disrepair caseload, making a meaningful difference for both residents and the service.
At Arun, we’re committed to creating "A Better Future", not just for our residents, but for our teams too. &nbsp;Our work directly supports the wellbeing of our communities, and this specialist role is crucial in making sure that our housing stock remains fit for purpose and our residents feel secure and supported.
As our Housing Disrepair Case Officer, you’ll lead on managing legal disrepair cases and complaints, from first inspection through to resolution. &nbsp;You’ll carry out detailed property surveys, prepare robust technical reports, liaise with legal teams, and oversee remedial works that improve living conditions and safeguard tenant health. You’ll be at the frontline of ensuring compliance with key legislation, including the Homes (Fitness for Human Habitation) Act 2018 and the Landlord and Tenant Act 1985.
This is a challenging but rewarding role where your expertise will help reduce legal risks, support vulnerable residents, and inform future investment decisions. You’ll work alongside a dedicated team of housing professionals, contractors, and legal advisors to resolve issues professionally, proactively, and efficiently.
We’re looking for someone who combines strong building pathology knowledge with excellent written and verbal communication skills. &nbsp;You’ll need to be confident managing complex cases, balancing attention to detail with the ability to build relationships and maintain clear records. &nbsp;Experience with HHSRS, complaint resolution, and working in a local authority or social housing context is highly desirable.
At Arun District Council, we offer much more than a job, we offer a supportive environment where your development and wellbeing are a priority. &nbsp;With flexible working arrangements, generous benefits, and a One Arun culture built on trust, kindness and collaboration, you’ll have the tools and support to thrive in your role and make a lasting difference.
If you’re an experienced surveyor looking to be part of a team that tackles real challenges and helps people live better lives, we’d love to hear from you.
Contract type: 1-year fixed term
Closing Date: 24 June 23:59
Apply now and help us build a better future—home by home.
For further information or an informal chat about the role, please contact our HR team or the Housing Service.
We're an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment&nbsp;without attention to ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, family or parental&nbsp;status, national origin, veteran, neurodiversity status or disability.
For support with your application and CV writing, please visit <a href="https://www.arun.gov.uk/applying-for-adc-job" target="_blank">Applying for a job with us</a>. If you need further support with the application process, please contact Askhr, regarding alternative ways to apply.

Housing Disrepair Case Officer

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About the role:
Horsham District Council is looking for a Voluntary Sector Infrastructure Support Lead (Maternity Cover) to join the wider Community Development team to provide direct support to the voluntary and community sector within the District, as well as understand the needs of and provide a voice for the sector in relevant strategic meetings and forums.
The work of the voluntary and community sector within Horsham District is wide ranging and provides huge benefits to many local people and communities. It is important that local voluntary groups and charities are able to thrive and grow and this role will help them in this.
As the Voluntary Sector Infrastructure Support Lead (Maternity Cover), you will work directly with the voluntary and community sector to understand their needs, and work with statutory partners and other local infrastructure organisations to strengthen the capacity of the sector. Duties will include one to one support for groups on set up or governance issues, bringing groups of interest together, identifying suitable training and attending relevant forums and meetings to represent a voice for the sector on issues that affect them. You will have line management responsibility for the Volunteer Advice and Support Co-ordinator and manage a budget.
About you:
To succeed as the Voluntary Sector Infrastructure Support Lead (Maternity Cover) you will be a self-motivated individual with previous experience of working with both voluntary organisations and statutory partners. Good organisational skills are essential as well as the ability to communicate with a range of people from different backgrounds, both verbally and in writing. You will have good influencing skills and have the ability to work in partnership and offer solutions to strengthen the capacity of the voluntary sector. This role is an essential car user post, therefore, a full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle is required.
For an informal discussion about this role please call Liz Burt, Community Development Team Leader on 01403 215537 or Mandy Cunningham, Community Services Manager on 01403 215082.
About us:
We have a friendly and supportive working environment and being a smaller Council, you can really get to know everybody.
We encourage and support our employees to have a healthy work life balance by offering 28 days’ (207.2 hours) annual leave plus bank holidays (pro-rata), and flexible/hybrid working options where applicable.
We offer a generous benefits package including an online platform offering discounts from online retailers and access to a car lease scheme. Staff are also eligible to join the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.hants.gov.uk/hampshire-services/pensions/local-government/about-the-scheme/scheme-benefits" target="_blank">Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)</a>, where the Council contributes circa 20% of pensionable salary.
To support employees’ professional development the Council provides reimbursement for professional subscriptions and a number of training opportunities, including extensive in-house learning resources, short courses, Apprenticeships, and qualifications such as Institute of Leadership &amp; Management (ILM), Master of Business Administration (MBA).
Visit our&nbsp;<a href="https://www.horsham.gov.uk/jobs-and-careers" target="_blank">Jobs and careers page</a>&nbsp;to find out more about&nbsp;<a href="https://www.horsham.gov.uk/jobs-and-careers/working-for-horsham-district-council" target="_blank">Working for Horsham District Council</a>&nbsp;and&nbsp;<a href="https://www.horsham.gov.uk/jobs-and-careers/our-employment-commitments" target="_blank">Our employment commitments</a>.
To apply:
If you would like to apply for the role, we highly recommend you show clearly within the ‘Experience Section’ of the application form how you meet the essential criteria detailed within the Role Profile when applying. If you do not make this clear, it is unlikely you will be shortlisted for interview.
Internal applicants, if you would like to apply for the role, please submit an expression of interest to&nbsp;<a href="mailto:HR@horsham.gov.uk" target="_blank">HR@horsham.gov.uk</a>&nbsp;explaining clearly how you meet the criteria and what you feel you can bring to the role.

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About the role:
Horsham District Council is looking for a Civil Engineering Technician to join the Property and Facilities team supporting the Projects Engineer to carry out Corporate Projects.
The projects involve development or improvement of Council owned assets but extend to working with other organisations on the Public Realm. Although this is a technical based role, there will be an opportunity to discuss and meet with stakeholders supporting the projects.
As a Civil Engineering Technician, you will support the Corporate Project Engineer. On a daily basis, this could include carrying out inspections, assessments, analysis and giving professional advice and opinion to others.&nbsp;&nbsp;Being familiar and able to work with Computer Aided Drawing (CAD) plans would be an asset to this role.
About you:
To succeed as a Civil Engineering Technician, you will be detail orientated, thorough in your work and have the ability to use your initiative and be flexible as changes arise. You will be able to work well with a range of people and within a team. Knowledge of building and construction is essential, some experience in civil engineering and Microsoft Office suite would be preferable. CAD experience would also be an advantage.
As this position is an essential car user role, you will be required to travel around the District and therefore a full and current UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle is essential.
For an informal discussion about this role please email Nigel Weston, Projects Engineer at&nbsp;<a href="mailto:nigel.weston@horsham.gov.uk" target="_blank">nigel.weston@horsham.gov.uk</a>&nbsp;or call on 07734231087.
About us:
We have a friendly and supportive working environment and being a smaller Council, you can really get to know everybody.
We encourage and support our employees to have a healthy work life balance by offering 28 days’ (207.2 hours) annual leave plus bank holidays (pro-rata), and flexible/hybrid working options where applicable.
We offer a generous benefits package including an online platform offering discounts from online retailers and access to a car lease scheme. Staff are also eligible to join the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.hants.gov.uk/hampshire-services/pensions/local-government/about-the-scheme/scheme-benefits" target="_blank">Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)</a>, where the Council contributes circa 20% of pensionable salary.
To support employees’ professional development the Council provides reimbursement for professional subscriptions and a number of training opportunities, including extensive in-house learning resources, short courses, Apprenticeships, and qualifications such as Institute of Leadership &amp; Management (ILM), Master of Business Administration (MBA).
Visit our&nbsp;<a href="https://www.horsham.gov.uk/jobs-and-careers" target="_blank">Jobs and careers page</a>&nbsp;to find out more about&nbsp;<a href="https://www.horsham.gov.uk/jobs-and-careers/working-for-horsham-district-council" target="_blank">Working for Horsham District Council</a>&nbsp;and&nbsp;<a href="https://www.horsham.gov.uk/jobs-and-careers/our-employment-commitments" target="_blank">Our employment commitments</a>.
To apply:
If you would like to apply for the role, we highly recommend you show clearly within the ‘Experience Section’ of the application form how you meet the essential criteria detailed within the Role Profile when applying. If you do not make this clear, it is unlikely you will be shortlisted for interview.
Internal applicants, if you would like to apply for the role, please submit an expression of interest to&nbsp;<a href="mailto:HR@horsham.gov.uk" target="_blank">HR@horsham.gov.uk</a>&nbsp;explaining clearly how you meet the criteria and what you feel you can bring to the role.

Civil Engineering Technician

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Do you have a passion for making a real impact on local communities? Do you have experience in investigative work? Do you thrive in a collaborative and forward-thinking environment? If so, Mid Sussex District Council is looking for a talented and motivated Planning Investigation Officer to join our Enforcement team.&nbsp;
About the Role&nbsp;
As a Planning Investigation Officer in the Enforcement team, you will play a key role in undertaking investigations in relation to alleged breaches of planning control and enforcing the Council’s planning decisions. You will be a strong team player with a flexible approach to your work and an excellent communicator.
Key responsibilities include:&nbsp;
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<li>Managing a wide-raging caseload of investigations.</li>
<li>Negotiating resolutions to planning breaches.</li>
<li>Defending the Council’s position at appeal.</li>
<li>Ensuring that all stakeholders are kept up to date in the progress of your investigations and applications.</li>
<li>Keeping yourself up to date with changes in planning law, policy and guidance.</li>
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What We Offer&nbsp;
Working at Mid Sussex District Council means being part of a team that actively shapes the future of our communities. You will have the opportunity to make a lasting impact on local development while enjoying a range of benefits:&nbsp;
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Generous Pension Scheme&nbsp;– We offer an attractive pension scheme to help secure your future.&nbsp;</li>
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Annual Leave&nbsp;– Enjoy between 26 and 31 days of annual leave, giving you the flexibility to balance work and life.&nbsp;</li>
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Agile Working&nbsp;– We offer flexible working arrangements to promote a healthy work-life balance alongside the expectation that employees can regularly attend the office.&nbsp;</li>
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Learning and Development&nbsp;– Our commitment to your personal and professional growth includes access to excellent development opportunities.&nbsp;</li>
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About You&nbsp;
To excel in this role, you will need:&nbsp;
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<li>A genuine interest in and enthusiasm for protecting the built and natural environment.</li>
<li>Experience in investigative work, ideally within a public facing setting.</li>
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<li>Some knowledge of planning legislation and enforcement.</li>
<li>Excellent communication skills, with the ability to provide detailed technical advice and present complex information to a variety of audiences.&nbsp;</li>
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<li>The ability to manage your own varied workload.</li>
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Join Us&nbsp;
If you’re ready to take the next step in your career and contribute to shaping the future of Mid Sussex, we want to hear from you.&nbsp;Apply today&nbsp;and be part of a dynamic and supportive team that’s committed to making a positive difference for our residents and communities.&nbsp;

Mid Sussex District Council

Planning Investigation Officer

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Chief Accountant
Join Our Team continue to make a Difference!
Are you passionate about finance and eager to contribute to your community? As the Chief Accountant, leading part of our government finance team, you'll play a crucial role in shaping financial success while enjoying a dynamic work environment! Position Overview:
We are seeking an outstanding Chief Accountant to provide strategic leadership and management of our corporate finance function. This is a pivotal role, responsible for financial planning, capital and revenue budgeting, treasury management, financial reporting, and statutory returns.
Guildford Council Finance team has come a long way in a short time and we are looking for someone to continue the improvement. You will work with teams who don't settle for good enough but are striving to be the best and we are looking for a leader to support and encourage development of this service. With Local Government Restructure on the horizon you will be pivotal in the the formation of the new authority.&nbsp;
Working Conditions: - Full-time position in an engaging local government office environment, a minimum of 2 days a week. - Opportunities for professional growth and development with some attendance at evening meetings required.
 Why Join Us?
This is more than just a job; it's a chance to truly make an impact in your community! If you're ready to embrace a rewarding career that challenges you while enabling you to support local government and its residents, we can’t wait to meet you! Apply now and help us pave the way for a brighter financial future!

About Guildford
Guildford is a regional centre for leisure, business, education, shopping and culture set in beautiful countryside that includes the Surrey Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Guildford is a thriving market town and is a principal shopping destination with a vibrant night time economy. The town’s geographical location provides excellent transport links in all directions, London is just 30 minutes away on the train and the town is well-served by frequent bus routes and subsidised Park and Ride facilities.&nbsp; All of this contributes to a quality of life that attracts many people to live, work in and visit Guildford.
We are an equal opportunity and Disability Confident employer and value diversity. All employment decisions are made on the basis of qualifications, merit and business need. Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults, and expects all staff and post-holders to share this commitment.&nbsp; To fulfil this commitment we have robust systems in place for the safe recruitment of staff and volunteers.

Guildford Borough Council

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<h2>Job introduction</h2>
Join our dynamic team at Brighton and Hove City Council, IT &amp; Digital Project Delivery Team, where we are committed to improving public services and enhancing the quality of life for our community. We are looking for a talented and motivated Business Analyst to help us drive efficiency and innovation in our operations.&nbsp;
 
<h2>About the role</h2>
As a Business Analyst, you will work closely with various departments across the organisation, including IT, corporate and operations. You will engage in activities such as process mapping, data analysis and identifying areas for improvement. Your daily responsibilities will include collaborating with stakeholders of all levels of seniority and backgrounds to understand their issues and needs, developing solutions to improve business processes and supporting the successful implementation of strategic goals. &nbsp;
Key Responsibilities: &nbsp;
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<li>Analyse and document business processes and systems to identify areas for improvement.</li>
<li>Uncover issues within existing processes and recommend actionable improvements.</li>
<li>Engage with stakeholders to gather requirements and develop solutions that meet their needs.</li>
<li>Conduct data analysis to support decision-making and strategic planning.</li>
<li>Utilise tools such as Visio for process mapping and documentation.</li>
<li>Present your findings and recommendations to stakeholders at various levels of seniority and backgrounds.</li>
<li>Contribute to project planning, execution and delivery to ensure alignment with strategic goals and timelines.&nbsp;</li>
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Qualifications and Skills
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<li>CBAP, ECBA, AAC, CBDA, PMI-BA, BCS certifications are an advantage, however not essential.</li>
<li>Proven experience as a Business Analyst, with a structured and methodical approach is essential.</li>
<li>Strong analytical and problem-solving mindset, with the ability to address complex business challenges effectively.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Skilled with process mapping tools such as Visio, preferably using BPMN 2.0 notation.</li>
<li>Strong Stakeholder engagement ability.</li>
<li>Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to adjust the communication style to suit diverse audiences.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Proficiency in data analysis tools and software.</li>
<li>Experience in workshop facilitation, both in person as well as online.</li>
<li>Ability to work independently and as part of a team.</li>
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Why work for us?&nbsp;
We are a friendly and supportive team of project managers and business analysts. We offer flexible-hybrid working, whilst ensuring customer’s and project needs are met. &nbsp;
<a href="https://www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/jobs/council-jobs/why-work-us" target="_blank">https://www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/jobs/council-jobs/why-work-us</a>
Brighton &amp; Hove City Council, East Sussex County Council, and Surrey County Council collaborate on several business services and therefore the successful post-holder needs to be flexible in terms of working across these organisations as project demands arise.&nbsp;
To apply for this role please follow the ‘Apply Now’ button above. When completing your application be sure to address how you meet all the criteria in the person specification drawing on any relevant work/life experience, education, or personal interests.&nbsp;
Interested in finding out more? Please feel free to contact Nina Kluf (Programme Manager), email <a href="mailto:Nina.kluf@brighton-hove.gov.uk" target="_blank">Nina.kluf@brighton-hove.gov.uk</a>&nbsp;
Interviews will ideally be held at Hove Town Hall and will involve a number of business analysis related questions.&nbsp;
 Please read our <a href="https://www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/jobs/open-vacancies-and-how-apply-brighton-hove-city-council/supporting-your-job-application/how-apply-job-council" target="_blank">Apply for a job at the council</a> pages carefully. They give you all the guidance you need to complete your application as well as information on what will happen after you’ve submitted your application and at interview.As part of your application, you will need to upload your CV and a supporting statement. Your supporting statement is the most important part of your application as it will be used in the shortlisting process to assess whether you meet the essential requirements for the role that are set out in the person specification and to decide whether you should be offered an interview. Before you start your application, please read our guidance here (<a href="https://www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/jobs/open-vacancies-and-how-apply-brighton-hove-city-council/supporting-your-job-application/cv-guidance" target="_blank">CV guidance (brighton-hove.gov.uk)</a> and (<a href="https://www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/jobs/open-vacancies-and-how-apply-brighton-hove-city-council/supporting-your-job-application/supporting-statement-guidance" target="_blank">Supporting statement guidance (brighton-hove.gov.uk)</a> as this gives important advice which will increase your chance of success in the shortlisting process.<h2>Additional information</h2>
Remote working with occasional attendance in the office – There is the option for the suitable candidate to choose to work mostly from home. Attendance at the office with reasonable notice would be required on occasion. &nbsp;This notice would be subject to local team and service working arrangements. Your contractual location will be the designated council office for your team and travel to and from your contractual location would be at your own expense.
Your starting salary will be pro rata if the above position is less than 37 hours or term-time only.
We are a workplace that supports flexibility and employee wellbeing in the way we work whilst providing the best service for our customers. Team and service working arrangements are designed to support both employee work life balance and team collaboration. These would be part of your individual working arrangements alongside any personal preference agreed with your manager in advance of joining.&nbsp;Your contractual location will be the designated council office for your team and travel to and from your contractual location would be at your own expense.
For more information about our values and the benefits of working at the council, visit&nbsp;<a href="https://www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/jobs/why-work-us" target="_blank">Why work for us&nbsp;</a>
<h2>Company information</h2>Encouraging a diverse workforceOur city is known and loved for its diversity. Not only is the mixture of people, culture and skills vital to the economic and social development of the city, it's what makes Brighton &amp; Hove such a great place to live, work and visit. We are committed to developing and retaining a workforce that is representative of the diverse communities we serve so we welcome applications from individuals from all backgrounds. In order to achieve our aims of proportionate representation, we particularly encourage applicants from a BME or White Other background as well as those who identify as disabled, male or trans.Find out more about our commitment to being a fair and inclusive place to work where everyone can achieve their potential by reading about our <a href="https://www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/fair-and-inclusive" target="_blank">fair and inclusive</a> actions, our <a href="https://www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/becoming-anti-racist-city" target="_blank">anti-racism strategy</a> and the work we are doing to <a href="https://www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/jobs/why-work-us/how-we-create-fair-and-inclusive-workplace" target="_blank">encourage a diverse workforce (brighton-hove.gov.uk).</a>

Brighton & Hove City Council

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<h2>Job introduction</h2>
The city of Brighton &amp; Hove has approximately 147 parks and gardens (covering 1,200 hectares), including seven award-winning parks, and the city’s parks and public open spaces are immensely popular with residents and tourists alike.
The council’s City Parks department is responsible for maintaining all those public open spaces to a highly professional and safe standard. In addition, City Parks manages grounds maintenance contracts for the council’s Housing, Highways and Cemeteries departments.
The ideal candidates should be initiative-taking and with experience working in horticultural and grounds maintenance.
The roles require a wide range of experience using grounds maintenance equipment. A sound knowledge of health and safety relating to grounds maintenance is essential.&nbsp;
 
 
<h2>About the role</h2>
This is a chance to work in the vibrant City of Brighton &amp; Hove within the Cityparks department. Do you enjoy working outside in a team with the grounds maintenance sector, delivering quality horticulture? If so, we are looking for Assistant Gardeners &amp; Gardeners to join our friendly &amp; professional teams to deliver the safe and effective day-to-day delivery of maintenance. You will be working in a variety of green space environments throughout the city, ensuring a high standard of horticulture for residents and visitors to enjoy and help maintain Brighton &amp; Hove’s reputation as a top visitor destination in the UK.
Candidates must hold a full UK manual driving licence.&nbsp;
Level 1 NVQ horticultural qualification or equivalent experience in sector disciplines.
A NPTC PA1 &amp; PA6A spraying certificates and LANTRA training to operate a ride-on mower are desirable qualifications for all roles.&nbsp;
We are seeking a dedicated and responsible applicant who can demonstrate the following qualities:
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<li>Good people skills and ability to build strong working relationships</li>
<li>Awareness of Health &amp; Safety legislation relating to grounds maintenance</li>
<li>Experience using a wide range of grounds maintenance equipment &amp; knowledge of basic vehicle and machinery maintenance&nbsp;</li>
<li>Ability to identify a range of shrub and plant species</li>
<li>An ethos of working sustainably, support and practice the council’s customer care values and to instil this culture within your team</li>
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In return there are a wide range of staff benefits.
If you do not have experience in all areas, we would still like to hear from you, please contact us for an informal chat.
For an informal discussion, please call 01273 294751 or email <a href="mailto:cityparks@brighton-hove.gov.uk" target="_blank">cityparks@brighton-hove.gov.uk</a>&nbsp;and leave a message for an Operations Manager to contact you.
As part of your application, you will need to complete your education and work history and provide answers to shortlisting questions. Your answers to the shortlisting questions are the most important part of your application as they will be used in the shortlisting process to assess whether you meet the essential requirements for the role that are set out in the person specification and to decide whether you should be offered an interview. Before you start your application, please read our guidance here <a href="https://www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/jobs/council-jobs/shortlisting-questions-guidance" target="_blank">Shortlisting questions guidance (brighton-hove.gov.uk)</a> as this gives important advice which will increase your chance of success in the shortlisting process.
 
 
<h2>Additional information</h2>Your starting salary will be pro rata if the above position is less than 37 hours or term-time only.We are a workplace that supports flexibility and employee wellbeing in the way we work whilst providing the best service for our customers. Team and service working arrangements are designed to support both employee work life balance and team collaboration. These would be part of your individual working arrangements alongside any personal preference agreed with your manager in advance of joining.&nbsp;Your contractual location will be the designated council office for your team and travel to and from your contractual location would be at your own expense.For more information about our values and the benefits of working at the council, visit&nbsp;<a href="https://www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/jobs/why-work-us" target="_blank">Why work for us&nbsp;</a><h2>Company information</h2>Encouraging a diverse workforceOur city is known and loved for its diversity. Not only is the mixture of people, culture and skills vital to the economic and social development of the city, it's what makes Brighton &amp; Hove such a great place to live, work and visit. We are committed to developing and retaining a workforce that is representative of the diverse communities we serve so we welcome applications from individuals from all backgrounds. In order to achieve our aims of proportionate representation, we particularly encourage applicants from a BME or White Other background as well as those who identify as disabled, male or trans.Find out more about our commitment to being a fair and inclusive place to work where everyone can achieve their potential by reading about our <a href="https://www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/fair-and-inclusive" target="_blank">fair and inclusive</a> actions, our <a href="https://www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/becoming-anti-racist-city" target="_blank">anti-racism strategy</a> and&nbsp;<a href="https://www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/jobs/why-work-us/how-we-create-fair-and-inclusive-workplace" target="_blank">How we create a fair and inclusive workplace</a>.

Assistant Gardener/Gardener

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About the BoroughThe Royal Borough of Kingston and The London Borough of Sutton operate a shared Highways and Transport service and this role covers delivery across both boroughs.Located in South West London Kingston's riverside location, fantastic retail offer, historic market place and church, parks and gardens all make Kingston town centre the vibrant space it is, and each of the district town centres have something unique to offer. In Sutton looking ahead, there are plans for the delivery of new homes and new schools and the London Cancer Hub is being developed. Both councils are seen as a driving force within the South London Partnership of five outer south west London boroughs focused on strategic growth, regeneration and investment. Both councils are ambitious for their future and it is an exciting time to join our Highways and Transport team as we lead the way in South-west London in delivering sustainable transport infrastructure, regeneration and rise to the net zero challenge.About the Service and TeamThe service has a vision to be an exemplar shared service locally and nationally, striving for excellence in delivering the corporate aims of both Sutton and Kingston, tackling the climate emergency and ensuring a high quality environment for our residents. We have ambitious plans and are looking for ambitious people to embody our high performing inclusive organisational culture, where everyone can thrive and be their authentic self whilst making a real difference to our local communities. We want to nurture all our people in their professional development and we will empower everyone to work in a distributed leadership model giving individuals ownership, responsibility and accountability. About the Role and Our Ideal CandidateAbout the roleThe role is the operational lead for the Highways and Transport Shared Service between The Royal Borough of Kingston and The London Borough of Sutton, The post holder will be the interface with senior leaders and councillors in both boroughs and the service. The role combines change management, and the need to embed change, with ensuring effective capital programme delivery and developing excellence in asset management and operations, and inspirational people leadership The team provides the full range of Highways and Transport functions across both boroughs. The post holder will be managing around 90 staff, with 5 direct reports; 4 Team Managers and a Programme Manager.&nbsp; The postholder will have to attend the office 'as required' - the current expectation is around 2-3 days a week across both boroughs If you wish to have an informal discussion about this role, please contact:Matthew Hill, Director of Highways, Transportation, and Regulatory Services - <a href="mailto:matthew.hill.@kingston.gov.uk" target="_blank">matthew.hill.@kingston.gov.uk</a> Sarah Rye, Director of Highways, Transportation and Regulatory Services - <a href="mailto:sarah.rye@sutton.gov.uk" target="_blank">sarah.rye@sutton.gov.uk</a>Our Ideal CandidateThe ideal candidate will have a strong background in Highways or Transport and, although not necessarily professionally qualified, will have relevant technical knowledge and a track record of effective leadership, strategic thinking and change management. &nbsp;Political understanding and nous are important but the candidate could come from public or private sectors. &nbsp;Excellence in programme management is seen as key, and driving the operational service with inspirational leadership.To be successful in this role, essential skills, knowledge and competencies include:<ul>
<li>Degree in Highways, Transport, Engineering or other relevant discipline, or equivalent experience</li>
<li>Leadership experience which promotes distributed leadership,empowering others to take ownership and accountability of outcomes</li>
<li>Is competent with IT and Digital processes, seeking to drive digitisation</li>
<li>Ability to analyse data and intelligence to drive improvements and collaborate with partners and communities</li>
<li>Excellent in project and programme management</li>
<li>Excellent knowledge of the latest thinking in the field of H&amp;T</li>
<li>Experience of driving a service to deliver the net zero agenda</li>
<li>Clear and thorough understanding of legal framework the service is operating in</li>
<li>Creates a learning environment where innovation and creativity is celebrated and risks are managed</li>
<li>Works collaboratively with others, leading by example</li>
</ul>Our Offer to YouAs an organisation that values and nurtures talent, we’re committed to helping you fulfil your potential and will offer you a supportive, friendly and collaborative environment to grow and develop your career and skills. We’re constantly striving to improve our ways of working so putting your ideas across however big or small; will be fully encouraged and supported by your colleagues and our dynamic and experienced management team.In addition we offer a modern and flexible working environment for our staff supported by our IT infrastructure, Google Chromebooks and Google Apps, which have acted as a key enabler for collaborative and streamlined working. The COVID-19 pandemic has required us to be even more flexible in how we work and manage staff workloads, ensuring they have the correct equipment and resources to be able to maximise their talents and looking after their wellbeing.Employees have access to a wide range of benefits, some of which include:<ul>
<li>Generous annual leave entitlement plus bank holidays (pro-rata if part-time working hours apply)</li>
<li>Three volunteering days per year</li>
<li>Flexible and agile working arrangements</li>
<li>Comprehensive learning and development programme</li>
<li>Discounts on a range of local shops, restaurants, gyms and leisure centres</li>
<li>Interest free season ticket loans</li>
<li>Local Government Pension Scheme</li>
<li>Bicycle loan facilities and cycle to work scheme</li>
<li>Zip car scheme</li>
<li>Free eye tests and contribution towards glasses</li>
<li>Confidential wellbeing and counselling support</li>
<li>Subsidised gym membership</li>
</ul>Application ProcessPlease apply online outlining what skills, abilities and experience you can bring which makes you an ideal candidate for this role. Please ensure you refer to the requirements outlined in the job profile when completing your application. 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. Therefore, it is strongly advised that you complete and submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.&nbsp;Additional InformationWe pride ourselves on being a diverse, tolerant and welcoming Borough and we aim to create a workforce which reflects the community we serve. We are respectful of difference and realise the positive value of diversity in our workforce. We welcome and encourage job applications from people of all backgrounds and particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic candidates and disabled candidates as these groups are currently under-represented in our workforce.We are proud to be recognised as a Disability Confident employer, and are committed to thinking differently about disability and taking action to improve how we recruit, retain and develop disabled people.&nbsp;We guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum/essential criteria for the role.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;We offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements, staff engagement forums, and inclusive staff networks who help drive our diversity agenda.We are an accredited London Living Wage Employer and this means that everyone working at the Royal Borough of Kingston, regardless of whether they are permanent employees or third-party contractors and suppliers receive the London Living Wage. The real Living Wage is higher than the government’s minimum, or National Living Wage, and is an independently calculated hourly rate of pay that is based on the actual cost of living.The UK has introduced a new points-based immigration system affecting EU and Non-EU workers and sponsorship requirements. We advise checking the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.gov.uk/guidance/new-immigration-system-what-you-need-to-know" target="_blank">GOV.UK website</a>&nbsp;for right to work guidance.

London Borough of Sutton

Corporate Head of Service - Highways and Transport

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About the BoroughJoining us, you get to work for not just one high performing London Borough, but two.Kingston and Sutton councils have a number of shared services serving both authorities, with some teams and roles more focussed on one council than the other, but the majority are shared across both, meaning you get multiple opportunities to learn from a wider pool of activities and two different political bodies.&nbsp;We work flexibly in both Kingston and Sutton offices, and support working at home or flexible working patterns that enable you to tailor your working and personal life. We provide the equipment and tools to enable you to work flexibly, and in return ask you to use that flexibility to be creative and ambitious in the services we deliver.There are some really exciting things happening in both boroughs. In Sutton, we are developing the London Cancer Hub, a world leading cancer research and treatment hub that will bring together professionals from across different sectors to identify and test new treatments and therapies. Over in Kingston, we are undertaking the largest housing regeneration programme ever delivered in the borough, building new energy efficient housing that will transform some of our oldest Council owned housing. Both boroughs have publicly committed to doing what they can to tackle the climate emergency and are investing in new technologies and societal change that will help bring carbon emissions down and improve our climate impact.You should choose Kingston and Sutton if you are looking for an opportunity that will challenge you to deliver more, support you to achieve personal ambitions, and expect you to put borough residents at the heart of what you do.Kingston is a beautiful Royal borough with a historic setting on the banks of the Thames with excellent schools and a bustling retail centre, all surrounded by open green spaces such as Richmond Park and Bushey Park, former recreation grounds for Tudor Kings and Queens. The Council is controlled by a Liberal Democrat Administration and has a council plan “Greener, Fairer, Safer, Together”, that sets out a vision to be a vibrant, diverse and inclusive borough where residents are active, empowered, engaged and able to remain independent and resilient. The Council engages with residents through a number of forums and events through the year, and like Sutton plays a leading role in developing the South West Region of London.Sutton is a well connected attractive part of London that has a reputation for excellent schools, green and leafy open spaces, and a history that drives a thriving heritage and culture offer through our museums and libraries. The Council is controlled by a long established Liberal Democrat Administration and has high ambitions set out in its corporate plan “Ambitious for Sutton”, that will ensure Sutton remains a great place to live, work and raise a family. The Council plays a leading role in a number of local partnerships and places great emphasis on engaging effectively with its residents, listening to local voices and making their message heard across London Government.About the Service and TeamThe Design and Delivery Department is made of 25 staff delivering planned capital projects onto the ground from start to finish. The team is a multi disciplinary team comprised of highway designers, planned maintenance engineers, street lighting engineers, traffic order officers, land surveyors and traffic survey officers. The team coordinates to deliver projects of varying sizes on behalf of the Royal Borough of Kingston and the London Borough of Sutton.This is an amazing opportunity to work in a highway design team that covers all facets of delivery, from initial feasibility through detailed design to site supervision and contractor management. This is an unusual blend that the right candidate will flourish in. The Design and Delivery Team allows synergy working with the capital renewals and street lighting teams with team members able to learn all aspects of delivery in a highway environment.About the Role and Our Ideal CandidateThis is a great opportunity to work closely with design, field and principal engineers and develop all-round skills. You will also have the chance to work on Capital Projects and small rechargeable schemes as well as day to day maintenance.As a Street Lighting Technician, you will report into the Senior Engineer and carry out the following:<ul>
<li>Undertake duties relating to the planned and routine maintenance of street lighting assets.</li>
<li>Set up and maintain databases.</li>
<li>Carry out ad hoc inspections and condition surveys.</li>
<li>Handle ground work for small projects.</li>
</ul>As we are a hybrid working organisation, you will be provided with a Chromebook and the expectancy is that you come into the office approximately between 2-3 days a week depending on project requirements and role.&nbsp; About You&nbsp;To be successful as a Street Lighting Technician, you will:<ul>
<li>Be able to communicate clearly and effectively with colleagues.</li>
<li>Understand corporate vision, plan and activities which may impact them.</li>
<li>Good level of IT Skills with knowledge and understanding of industry relevant software.</li>
<li>Good problem solver with good analytical skills.</li>
<li>Some relevant experience or HNC/HND qualifications would be desirable.</li>
<li>Willingness to develop technical expertise in street lighting systems.</li>
<li>Ability to work independently in the field and manage multiple priorities.</li>
<li>Keen interest in Street Lighting infrastructure &amp; innovation and how it relates to the wider projects.</li>
<li>Understand corporate vision, plan and activities which may impact them.</li>
</ul> Our Offer to YouAs an organisation that values and nurtures talent, we’re committed to helping you fulfil your potential and will offer you a supportive, friendly and collaborative environment to grow and develop your career and skills. We’re constantly striving to improve our ways of working so putting your ideas across however big or small; will be fully encouraged and supported by your colleagues and our dynamic and experienced management team.In addition we offer a modern and flexible working environment for our staff supported by our IT infrastructure, Google Chromebooks and Google Apps, which have acted as a key enabler for collaborative and streamlined working. We operate hybrid working, a flexible working model which allows staff to work from a variety of locations and staff are not required to work within the office 5 days a week. It enables staff to achieve a work life balance whilst still meeting the needs of the organisation.Employees have access to a wide range of benefits, some of which include:<ul>
<li>Generous annual leave entitlement plus bank holidays (pro-rata if part-time working hours apply)</li>
<li>Three volunteering days per year in Kingston or Sutton</li>
<li>Flexible and agile working arrangements</li>
<li>Comprehensive learning and development programme</li>
<li>Discounts on a range of local shops, restaurants, gyms and leisure centres</li>
<li>Interest free season ticket loans</li>
<li>Local Government Pension Scheme</li>
<li>Bicycle loan facilities and cycle to work scheme</li>
<li>Zip car scheme</li>
<li>Free eye tests and contribution towards glasses</li>
<li>Confidential wellbeing and counselling support</li>
<li>Subsidised gym membership</li>
</ul>Application ProcessPlease apply online outlining what skills, abilities and experience you can bring which makes you an ideal candidate for this role. Please ensure you refer to the requirements outlined in the job profile when completing your application. 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. Therefore, it is strongly advised that you complete and submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.&nbsp;We are committed to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) so all personal information that can identify job applicants e.g. name, title etc is completely anonymised during the shortlisting process. Our hiring managers review applications based on the knowledge, skills and experience demonstrated in your application, and how well these match the job profile. Our HR Shared Service with Sutton Council was recently recognised nationally for having the ‘Best Inclusion and Diversity Programme’ at the PPMA Excellence in People Management Awards 2023, something that we’re incredibly proud of.Hiring managers are encouraged to ensure that their interview panel is diverse, and representative of a range of protected characteristics, to help remove unconscious bias and ensure candidates are treated fairly during the selection process. Some characteristics may not be obvious, but our panels are diverse wherever possible. We have a number of measures in place to inform and support our approach, including mandatory EDI and unconscious bias training for all staff, safer recruitment training for diverse panel members, engaging with our staff networks and encouraging allyship. We are fully committed to removing barriers and enhancing the diversity of our workforce.Additional InformationWe are proud to be a diverse and welcoming Borough. Our aim is to create a workforce which reflects the community we serve, and staff feel a sense of belonging. We celebrate and respect differences and appreciate the value of having a diverse workforce. We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, particularly Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic, and disabled candidates, as these groups are currently under-represented in our workforce.As a Disability Confident employer, we are committed to thinking differently about disability and taking action to improve how we recruit, retain and develop disabled people. We guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum essential criteria for a role.We offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements, staff engagement forums and inclusive staff networks who help drive our diversity agenda.We are an accredited London Living Wage Employer and this means that everyone working at the Royal Borough of Kingston, regardless of whether they are permanent employees or third-party contractors and suppliers receive the London Living Wage. The real Living Wage is higher than the government’s minimum, or National Living Wage, and is an independently calculated hourly rate of pay that is based on the actual cost of living.The UK has introduced a new points-based immigration system affecting EU and Non-EU workers and sponsorship requirements. We advise checking the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.gov.uk/guidance/new-immigration-system-what-you-need-to-know" target="_blank">GOV.UK website</a>&nbsp;for right to work guidance.

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