AddressThe role
The Role:
This newly formed management role will be pivotal in the delivery of the councils Electric Vehicle (EV) plan.
The EV plan sits within the wider Streets for People project. The role will be focussing on the current EV charging provision across the council, as well as new infrastructure required.
The role will have a strategic overview for EV delivery across the council departments.
The successful candidate will be responsible for managing the implementation and delivery of projects, working with Officers, contractors, stakeholders and elected representatives to ensure the highest standards are achieved.
The role sits within the Asset Management Services team that is currently responsible for the operational delivery of the current EV charging provision as well as the Street Lighting and Smart City infrastructure across the council.
About Southwark:
We are the largest local authority social landlord in London, managing 55,000 homes lived in by 40% of Southwark’s residents. We are home to over 18,300 businesses including iconic London venues and social enterprises and we have a young, diverse and growing population.
At Southwark we are committed to making our borough just and fair and are taking positive action to tackle inequalities. Our residents and communities are our greatest asset and the passion we have for Southwark is shared by millions of Londoners who enjoy our outstanding cultural offer, use our hospitals and attend our universities. Our refreshed borough plan and focus on Southwark Stands Together, (which is our work with Southwark’s communities and the council’s staff to tackle racism, injustice and inequality) underpins all that we do.
About You:
The applicant will require a good depth of electrical knowledge, favourably in the deployment of EV ChargePoint infrastructure. They will also require experience in procurement and commercial frameworks.
The applicant will be comfortable with managing a portfolio of works and liaising with both officials and contractors alike.
The role will require an outgoing individual, that is open to liaising with new areas across the council and ensuring there is open communication to create a joined-up approach for EV infrastructure deployment.
Additional Information:
Educated to degree level or equivalent experience
Hours of work, 36 hours Monday - Friday
FTC for 2 years
Benefits and more information:
https://jobs.southwark.gov.uk/why-us/
Additional salary details
Internal recruitment only
We will only consider applications from internal candidates that are current employees or agency workers on an active assignment.
Recruitment timetable
Application Closing Date - 22/01/2024
Interview Date - 30/01/2024
All dates are provisional and subject to number of applicants and complexity of interviews.
Guaranteed Interview Scheme
As part of our commitment to inclusion, we offer guaranteed interviews for specific groups of people. To qualify, you'll need to meet the minimum requirements for the role, and identify with one of the below criteria:
- Members of the Armed Forces and veterans
- Are currently in care, or have previously been in care
- If you consider yourself to be disabled or if you have a long-term health condition
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