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Are you eager to land a brand new role? Our client, a busy local authority in Thurrock. Are looking for a Head of Service to join their organisation.

Job Role: Head of Service – Street Scene and Leisure
Temporary or Permanent: Temp
Possible End Date (if Temporary) 6 Months  
Number of Positions: 1
Location: Thurrock
Rate of Pay (Umbrella and Inside IR35): £103.10 per hour

Manage and develop the Domestic & Commercial Waste Collection Services and Clean & Green Services, including burials, street cleansing, arboriculture, parks and open spaces and general grounds maintenance, within budgets and ensuring that agreed standards of output are achieved and compliance with corporate priorities, legal requirements and commercial aspirations.  
Take responsibility for the procurement and management of external contractors related to all aspects of waste management and Clean & Green ensuring that the Council discharges its legal duties as a Waste Disposal Authority.  

Short Brief/Requirement:

• Provide leadership and strategic direction for the Waste Management Services, including domestic and commercial collections, waste disposal contracts and the Household Waste and Recycling Centre (HWRC).  
• Develop and operate a means of consultation and communicating with the public and stakeholders and of monitoring the public’s views of and the satisfaction of services.  
• Take a lead role in the procurement and management of all contracts related to the Services. Ensure that there is a prompt and effective response to any issues and instances of non-compliance in relation to contracts
• Undertake effective day-to-day management of the Waste & C&G Management Teams, giving positive support and direction and ensuring excellence in delivery.  
• Be accountable for the formulation and maintenance of policies, procedures and strategies covering Waste Management & Clean & Green reflecting all regulatory prescriptions, constraints and corporate objectives.  

Job Requirements:

• At least 2 years experience working as a Head of Service - Street Scene and Leisure or equivalent
• To ensure full compliance with the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974 etc., the council's Health and Safety Policy and all locally agreed safe methods of work. 
• To fully understand and be aware of the commitment to Section 17 'Duty of the Crime and Disorder Act 1998 to prevent crime and disorder'. 

Please be advised that only candidates that have the specific skills and experiences required for this role will be shortlisted and submitted to our client for review. 

How to Apply:

If you are interested in applying, please press the button below, send your CV to tareeq.smith@temptingrecruitment.co.uk or contact Tareeq on 020 3854 4911 to discuss further.

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