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Job Description Contract &amp; Disposal Manager Salary: £63,393- £73,167&nbsp;per annum Grade: H Permanent Contract 37 Hours per Week&nbsp; We are seeking an experienced Contract &amp; Disposal Manager to provide support across a range of services with a particular focus on Waste Disposal, Environmental Enforcement and Highways Infrastructure. You will be confident&nbsp;in leading on the procurement, management and monitoring of external contractors and service providers that have significant service delivery implications while ensuring continuous improvement, efficiency and maximising value for money. Main Responsibilities include: <ul> <li>To manage and monitor the quality and financial performance of all Waste and other Environment and Highways &nbsp;services’ principal external contracts. This includes ensuring that all contracts are compliant with legislative and other regulatory prescriptions, including internal Constitutional, procurement and financial regulation procedures and policies.</li> <li>To oversee and manage the development of new initiatives within existing contracts that contribute to the Council and Directorate’s Strategic Objectives.</li> <li>To ensure that contract processes are performance led, subject to ongoing evaluation and meet the needs of the Directorate. This includes ensuring that performance data from the contracts is available to enable the Council to ensure that it is delivering value for money and can benchmark services.</li> <li>To ensure that there is a prompt and effective response to any issues and instances of non-compliance in relation to contracts.</li> <li>To take a lead role in the procurement processes relating to contracts for Environment and Highways Services.</li> <li>To actively explore the potential for development of joint contractual arrangements with strategic partners and other external public or private sector organisations.</li> </ul> Key Skills and Experience: <ul> <li>You will need&nbsp;to manage and monitor complex contracts, including the ability to robustly challenge when appropriate.</li> <li>Possess well-developed negotiation and influencing skills,&nbsp;</li> <li>Possess well-developed written and verbal communication skills;&nbsp;</li> <li>Have the ability to interpret, analyse and organise complex information and to use this to inform decision-making.</li> </ul> Essential Qualifications/Professional Registration: &nbsp;Full membership of a professional body within the Financial or Procurement sectors of the Chartered Institute of Waste Management (CIWM) DBS Check: Not required for this post.&nbsp; Benefits of Working with Us&nbsp; At Thurrock Council, we value our employees and offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:&nbsp; <ul> <li>Generous annual leave entitlement&nbsp;</li> <li>Local Government Pension Scheme&nbsp;</li> <li>Flexible and hybrid working opportunities (where applicable)&nbsp;</li> <li>Ongoing training and professional development&nbsp;</li> <li>Employee&nbsp;assistance&nbsp;programme and wellbeing support&nbsp;</li> <li>Staff discounts and local offers&nbsp;</li> <li>A supportive and inclusive working environment&nbsp;</li> </ul> Important Dates:&nbsp; Redeployment Applicants Only: 6th November 2025 Internal &amp; External Applications: 16th November 2025 Interview Date:&nbsp;TBC Additional Information&nbsp; If you have any questions about the role or interview process, please contact:&nbsp; Ed Brotherton - Head of Street Scene and Leisure by email at <a href="mailto:Edward.Brotherton@thurrock.gov.uk" target="_blank">Edward.Brotherton@thurrock.gov.uk</a> To view the Job Profile and Person Specification, please follow the link below:&nbsp; <a href="https://thurrockc.sharepoint.com/:b:/s/ThurrockCouncilPublicDocuments/EdJfwqjPxRtBvcZgrhSe510BC4UB4u4Yrp8oCCyczwHQ8Q?e=aDeCLP" target="_blank">Download Job Profile (PDF Document)</a>About usWhy Thurrock? Working at Thurrock Council gives you the opportunity to join an organisation that is changing at pace, one where you can make a real difference to the lives of the people we serve.Thurrock Council is moving towards a new community leadership approach which involves linking with local partners and communities as we shape our improvement for the years ahead. This is an exciting time to join us, to shape the future success of our changing organisation and to have a positive influence on our borough.&nbsp;Our locationThurrock is located on the north bank of the river Thames. Our urban centres are a vibrant mix of established towns and new young communities, with a diverse and growing population of around 160,000&nbsp;residents. We are an emerging cultural and arts centre, home to the production centre for the Royal Opera House and the National Skills Academy for Creative and Cultural Skills. We have excellent retail and leisure opportunities, including Lakeside Shopping Centre, country parks, forests, and marshes. Thurrock is just half an hour journey away from the centre of London by train and well connected by road.Staff benefitsWe offer lots of staff benefits, including a generous annual leave entitlement and hybrid working. We champion flexible working and job share applications are welcome.Further information can be found here <a href="https://www.thurrock.gov.uk/working-for-council/employment-benefits" target="_blank">Employment benefits | Working for the council | Thurrock Council</a>&nbsp; Equality, Diversity &amp; InclusionThurrock Council is committed to equal opportunities. As a Disability Confident Employer, disabled people will be offered an interview where they meet all essential criteria on the person specification. We serve a diverse community where people are different yet equal. Diversity underpins everything we do. For further information about Thurrock Council please visit our website: <a href="https://www.thurrock.gov.uk/" target="_blank">Thurrock Council</a>





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Contracts and Disposal Manager

Job Description Service Manager - Children Looked After (CLA), Aftercare &amp; Children with Disabilities (CWD) £63,393 - £73,167 per annum (Plus Market&nbsp;Supplement £5,400 per annum*) Grade: H Permanent Contract 37 Hours per Week About the Department The CLA, Aftercare and CWD service is committed to delivering outstanding care planning, permanency and support that enables children and young people to thrive, develop independence and achieve the best possible outcomes. Currently rated Outstanding by Ofsted, we aspire to continually develop our practice and our people to make a real difference. This is a dynamic and high-profile service, providing ongoing support and intervention for children and young people in care, care leavers and children and young people with disabilities, ensuring their needs are met and their voices are heard. About the Role As a Service Manager, you will lead and develop your teams to deliver high-quality, relationship-based practice that prioritises the wellbeing and outcomes of every child and young person. You will foster a culture of learning, reflection and professional growth, ensuring your teams feel valued, supported, and empowered to excel. Thurrock has a friendly and supportive Children's Services Department, and we work within the Signs of Safety model, use a contextual safeguarding approach and are passionate about developing social work staff with a good training and development offer. What&nbsp;We’re&nbsp;Looking For&nbsp; We are seeking an experienced, energetic, and passionate qualified social worker with a proven track record of leadership within a statutory children’s social care setting. You may already be an established Service Manager or an aspiring one, ready to take the next step in your career. You will bring strong experience in care planning, permanency, safeguarding and corporate parenting, with the ability to work innovatively and collaboratively across partnerships to meet the diverse and complex needs of our children and young people. Essential qualifications:&nbsp;A social work qualification and be SWE Registered DBS Check:&nbsp;Enhanced with Children's Barred List DBS Check is required for this post.&nbsp; Benefits of Working with Us&nbsp; At Thurrock Council, we value our employees and offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:&nbsp; <ul> <li>Generous annual leave entitlement&nbsp;</li> <li>Local Government Pension Scheme&nbsp;</li> <li>Flexible and hybrid working opportunities (where applicable)&nbsp;</li> <li>Ongoing training and professional development&nbsp;</li> <li>Employee&nbsp;assistance&nbsp;programme and wellbeing support&nbsp;</li> <li>Staff discounts and local offers&nbsp;</li> <li>A supportive and inclusive working environment&nbsp;</li> </ul> Important Dates&nbsp; Closing Date (Redeployment Only):&nbsp;23rd October 2025 Closing Date (Internal &amp; External):&nbsp;2nd November 2025 Interview Date: 7th November 2025 Additional Information&nbsp; *Market Supplement is Subject to Annual Review If you have any questions about the role or interview process, please contact:&nbsp; Luke Froment - Service Manager, Children Looked After&nbsp; On email: <a href="mailto:elise.mcqueen@thurrock.gov.uk" target="_blank">lxfroment@thurrock.gov.uk</a> To view the Job Profile and Person Specification, please follow the link below:&nbsp; <a href="https://thurrockc.sharepoint.com/:b:/s/ThurrockCouncilPublicDocuments/EV6i2SAuU-xOuxNIi7t6xtgBnQg0WRzCPCV0vFDyRQ9tjw?e=qzGhh0" target="_blank">Download Job Profile (PDF Document)</a> Application Requirements&nbsp; As part of the Safer Recruitment process, Gap Management is&nbsp;required&nbsp;for all Safeguarding roles.&nbsp;Please complete the Gaps in Employment grid provided (refer to the example document for guidance) and upload it under&nbsp;Miscellaneous Documents&nbsp;as part of your application.&nbsp;&nbsp; If the Job Profile and Person Specification list any qualifications as essential, please also upload copies of those relevant qualifications.&nbsp; <a href="https://thurrockc.sharepoint.com/:w:/s/ThurrockCouncilPublicDocuments/EXtYMXeGlbVPjAoxHwfnCuIB6KNWFCXe3i6bJI6MRBQZ-Q?e=dGt2M1" target="_blank">Gaps in Employment Form</a>&nbsp; <a href="https://thurrockc.sharepoint.com/:b:/s/ThurrockCouncilPublicDocuments/Ecz7hL-hyYFGvVpdkZ55ozkBS_giEjpigg97yi5KrF2SVw?e=vKePlG" target="_blank">Gaps in Employment Example</a> About usWhy Thurrock? Working at Thurrock Council gives you the opportunity to join an organisation that is changing at pace, one where you can make a real difference to the lives of the people we serve.Thurrock Council is moving towards a new community leadership approach which involves linking with local partners and communities as we shape our improvement for the years ahead. This is an exciting time to join us, to shape the future success of our changing organisation and to have a positive influence on our borough.&nbsp;Our locationThurrock is located on the north bank of the river Thames. Our urban centres are a vibrant mix of established towns and new young communities, with a diverse and growing population of around 160,000&nbsp;residents. We are an emerging cultural and arts centre, home to the production centre for the Royal Opera House and the National Skills Academy for Creative and Cultural Skills. We have excellent retail and leisure opportunities, including Lakeside Shopping Centre, country parks, forests, and marshes. Thurrock is just half an hour journey away from the centre of London by train and well connected by road.Staff benefitsWe offer lots of staff benefits, including a generous annual leave entitlement and hybrid working. We champion flexible working and job share applications are welcome.Further information can be found here <a href="https://www.thurrock.gov.uk/working-for-council/employment-benefits" target="_blank">Employment benefits | Working for the council | Thurrock Council</a>&nbsp; Equality, Diversity &amp; InclusionThurrock Council is committed to equal opportunities. As a Disability Confident Employer, disabled people will be offered an interview where they meet all essential criteria on the person specification. We serve a diverse community where people are different yet equal. Diversity underpins everything we do. For further information about Thurrock Council please visit our website: <a href="https://www.thurrock.gov.uk/" target="_blank">Thurrock Council</a>





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Service Manager - CLA Aftercare & CWD

Job Description Waste Collection Round Leader Salary: £33,531 - £38,052 per annum Grade: D Permanent&nbsp;Contract 37 Hours per Week&nbsp; We are looking for a reliable, qualified and self-motivated HGV Driver to join the Waste &amp; Recycling Team as a Round Leader. As a Round Leader of a small crew, you will have good communication and customer service skills to enable you to engage with colleagues and members of the public in a polite and professional manner. You must be a team player, quick learner and able to carry out a range of duties including: Use of the vehicles in cab devices, &nbsp;moving, handling and loading of refuse , recycling, garden and food waste. You will be expected to to work with minimum supervision.&nbsp; &nbsp; The work involves driving, operating machinery and heavy manual labour therefore you must be physically fit and mobile.&nbsp; The role will involve safely driving HGV’s and other Council vehicles. It is essential you hold a valid HGV Driving License Class-C and a valid Drivers Qualification Card (DQC) and have the skills required to manoeuvre large vehicles in restricted and difficult areas.&nbsp; Experience of rear-steer vehicles would be advantageous. A willingness to train and use a wide variety of vehicles and equipment is essential DBS: A DBS is not required for this post.&nbsp; Benefits of Working with Us&nbsp; At Thurrock Council, we value our employees and offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:&nbsp; <ul> <li>Generous annual leave entitlement&nbsp;</li> <li>Local Government Pension Scheme&nbsp;</li> <li>Flexible and hybrid working opportunities (where applicable)&nbsp;</li> <li>Ongoing training and professional development&nbsp;</li> <li>Employee&nbsp;assistance&nbsp;programme and wellbeing support&nbsp;</li> <li>Staff discounts and local offers&nbsp;</li> <li>A supportive and inclusive working environment&nbsp;</li> </ul> Important Dates&nbsp; Closing Date (Redeployment Only):&nbsp;23rd October 2025 Closing Date (Internal &amp; External):&nbsp;2nd November 2025 Interview Date: To be confirmed&nbsp; Additional Information&nbsp; If you have any questions about the role or interview process, please contact:&nbsp; Samantha Murphy, Waste Operations Manager,&nbsp; <a href="mailto:samantha.murphy@thurrock.gov.uk" target="_blank">samantha.murphy@thurrock.gov.uk</a> To view the Job Profile and Person Specification, please follow the link below:&nbsp; <a href="https://thurrockc.sharepoint.com/:b:/s/ThurrockCouncilPublicDocuments/EQkjkoo1uu9KkG_OiaYGpmABlsfJikgY3Cvr19K72Neb_w?e=gdvpz8" target="_blank">Download Job Profile (PDF Document)</a> If the Job Profile and Person Specification list any qualifications as essential, please also upload copies of those relevant qualifications. &nbsp; About usWhy Thurrock? Working at Thurrock Council gives you the opportunity to join an organisation that is changing at pace, one where you can make a real difference to the lives of the people we serve.Thurrock Council is moving towards a new community leadership approach which involves linking with local partners and communities as we shape our improvement for the years ahead. This is an exciting time to join us, to shape the future success of our changing organisation and to have a positive influence on our borough.&nbsp;Our locationThurrock is located on the north bank of the river Thames. Our urban centres are a vibrant mix of established towns and new young communities, with a diverse and growing population of around 160,000&nbsp;residents. We are an emerging cultural and arts centre, home to the production centre for the Royal Opera House and the National Skills Academy for Creative and Cultural Skills. We have excellent retail and leisure opportunities, including Lakeside Shopping Centre, country parks, forests, and marshes. Thurrock is just half an hour journey away from the centre of London by train and well connected by road.Staff benefitsWe offer lots of staff benefits, including a generous annual leave entitlement and hybrid working. We champion flexible working and job share applications are welcome.Further information can be found here <a href="https://www.thurrock.gov.uk/working-for-council/employment-benefits" target="_blank">Employment benefits | Working for the council | Thurrock Council</a>&nbsp; Equality, Diversity &amp; InclusionThurrock Council is committed to equal opportunities. As a Disability Confident Employer, disabled people will be offered an interview where they meet all essential criteria on the person specification. We serve a diverse community where people are different yet equal. Diversity underpins everything we do. For further information about Thurrock Council please visit our website: <a href="https://www.thurrock.gov.uk/" target="_blank">Thurrock Council</a>





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