Operations and Assets Manager

Hours: 37 hours

Location: Deane House, Taunton

Please note that this vacancy is not part of Somerset Council, we are advertising on behalf of a partnership organisation.

Main Purpose of Role:

Are you passionate about managing the Council’s Operations and Assets to ensure the efficient operation and maintenance of the town council’s portfolio?

We are looking for a highly skilled and dedicated Operations and Assets Manager to join the Town Council and oversee the management of our Operations and Assets.

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Managing the Council’s Operations and Assets portfolio worth more than 2.1M
• Inspire and lead a team of committed and hardworking staff.
• Provide strategic oversight on the development and improvement works.
• Cultivate supplier and customer relations.
• Seek out commercial opportunities.
• Commitment to the Council’s promise of tackling climate change.

What we’re looking for:

• Creative problem skills
• Strategic thinking abilities.
• Specialist knowledge in town council assets and operations.
• Strong record keeping and compliance skills.
• Project management skills.

The ideal candidate will be enthusiastic, have a strong background in asset management or a related field, with excellent asset project management and communication skills. Knowledge of Council assets, compliance, town council operational duties and leadership skills is highly desirable.

If you are a proactive problem-solver with a passion for managing Operations and Assets, we invite you to apply for this exciting opportunity at Taunton Town Council to make a difference in our community. Join us in shaping the future of our town council’s Operations and its asset portfolio!

Interested candidates should submit their completed application form to recruitment@somerset.gov.uk. We look forward to receiving your application. Please note we do NOT accept CVs.

For more information on the post, please contact operations@taunton-tc.gov.uk

Benefits of working for us:

• Work for a Town Council that strives to improve the quality of town life
• A work environment in a town location with excellent travel, bus and rail links
• Learning and development opportunities
• Local Government Pension scheme
• 23 days holiday per year rising to 26 days after 5 years service + bank holidays
• Sick pay (in accordance with National Joint Councils agreed terms)
• Access to a central work car park

How to apply:

To apply for this role, please view our website and download and complete the Application Form and Recruitment Monitoring Forms in line with the Job Description.

Closing date: Thursday 11 April 2024

Interviews: Week commencing 22 April 2024

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Salary: £45,441.00-£49,498.00 per year

Benefits:

• Company pension

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Taunton