Our client, based in Devon, is currently recruiting for a Head of Asset Maintenance on a six – twelve-month temporary contract.

The position is due to start immediately on a full-time basis. The day rate for this role is negotiable would be circa £500 a day via an Umbrella Company.

The ideal candidate will need to have experience leading a public sector Asset Maintenance Service and would have to have been exposed to both commercial and domestic dwellings.

Duties will include (but are not limited to):

• Lead the continuous improvement of the council’s Asset/Maintenance function that will include, Retrofit, Maintenance, Fund Asset Management, Capital Expenditure and Health and Safety
• Assist with the strategic delivery of the Asset Maintenance function, and assist in the communication of the business plans across the council
• Have line management responsibility for the Planned Works Manager, Repairs Manager, Asset Support Manager, Development Manager and Health & Safety Manager
• Lead the Assets Maintenance team by delivering a comprehensive asset management function in respect of the Council's diverse property portfolio and to contribute to the delivery and management of those estate management activities
• Have financial oversight of the capital expenditure budgets whilst establishing and implementing improvement programmes for the council’s domestic and commercial portfolios
• Adopt oversight for the constant professional improvement of all employees that work within the Asset Maintenance team and provide a clear pathway for colleagues to thrive at the council

Rewards and Benefits:

• Hybrid working
• Flexible working days

Working hours:

• 37 Hours per week
• Monday – Friday, 9am-5pm (Flexible start/finish time)

Please note that you require recent experience to apply for this role.

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