Planned Works Manager £45,390 to £50,986 Full-Time 37 hours per week Fixed Term Contract until 31st March 2026 This vacancy closes on the 11th of August 2025. Colchester Borough Homes is seeking a dynamic and experienced Planned Works Manager to join our forward-thinking Asset Management Team. This pivotal role will lead the planning and delivery of a wide range of capital improvement works including energy retrofit projects ensuring they are completed on time, within budget, and to the highest standards. As a key member of the team, you will oversee procurement activities, manage contracts, and drive the successful execution of our capital programmes. You will also lead, manage, and develop a talented team including Asset Managers, the Adaptations & DFG Manager, and Customer Liaison Officers, fostering a collaborative and high-performing environment. What they're looking for: HNC/HND or equivalent in Building or Construction-related discipline Strong communication, organisational, and ICT skills Proven post-qualification experience Demonstrated success in managing construction professionals Excellent report writing and project management capabilities In-depth knowledge of building pathology, repairs, and maintenance in a local authority or similar setting Experience in specification writing and building design Familiarity with Asset Management databases and service-level maintenance contracts Sound understanding of Health & Safety processes and construction legislation Financial management expertise Knowledge of rented and leasehold property maintenance, including Section 20 procedures Ability to inspire and achieve results through others A team player with initiative and a commitment to outstanding customer service Benefits: In return, they are offering a competitive salary, including excellent benefits, which include: Local Government Pension Scheme with a 20.8 % employer contribution Excellent training, development, and progression opportunities Generous annual leave entitlement 23 days annual leave (increasing to 26 days after 5 years service), plus bank and public holidays and two extra company holidays during the Christmas period The opportunity to buy up to another 5 days holiday, subject to conditions Access to an Employee Assistance Programme Employee Benefits Platform Provision of a smartphone and laptop Free parking (for when you re in the office) Discounted gym member corporate membership rate at Leisure World and the Northern Gateway 1 Volunteering Day per year Free Flu Jab Agile Working at our client means having some flexibility about when, where and how they work to best meet the needs of your role and service area Other employee benefits include payment of a professional subscription, free yearly eye tests plus a contribution towards glasses for VDU use. Interviews will be held face-to-face date to be confirmed. Equality & Diversity Commitment Our client is an equal opportunities employer. As part of their continued commitment to Equality and Diversity, and their workforce accurately reflecting the community they represent, they welcome applicants from all backgrounds, and applicants who have status as an individual with a physical or mental disability. They are a Disability Confident Employer and a Mindful Employer. They also hold accreditations for Working Well, Investors in People Gold status and the Armed Forces Covenant. How to Apply Step 1 Click the apply button to be taken to our client's Careers Page. Step 2 Read the advert, Job Accountability Statement, and Person Specification. Step 3 Click Apply online below and complete the application form in full, ensuring that you indicate how you meet the criteria contained within the Person Specification. Step 4 Press submit .
Jul 29, 2025
Full time
Planned Works Manager £45,390 to £50,986 Full-Time 37 hours per week Fixed Term Contract until 31st March 2026 This vacancy closes on the 11th of August 2025. Colchester Borough Homes is seeking a dynamic and experienced Planned Works Manager to join our forward-thinking Asset Management Team. This pivotal role will lead the planning and delivery of a wide range of capital improvement works including energy retrofit projects ensuring they are completed on time, within budget, and to the highest standards. As a key member of the team, you will oversee procurement activities, manage contracts, and drive the successful execution of our capital programmes. You will also lead, manage, and develop a talented team including Asset Managers, the Adaptations & DFG Manager, and Customer Liaison Officers, fostering a collaborative and high-performing environment. What they're looking for: HNC/HND or equivalent in Building or Construction-related discipline Strong communication, organisational, and ICT skills Proven post-qualification experience Demonstrated success in managing construction professionals Excellent report writing and project management capabilities In-depth knowledge of building pathology, repairs, and maintenance in a local authority or similar setting Experience in specification writing and building design Familiarity with Asset Management databases and service-level maintenance contracts Sound understanding of Health & Safety processes and construction legislation Financial management expertise Knowledge of rented and leasehold property maintenance, including Section 20 procedures Ability to inspire and achieve results through others A team player with initiative and a commitment to outstanding customer service Benefits: In return, they are offering a competitive salary, including excellent benefits, which include: Local Government Pension Scheme with a 20.8 % employer contribution Excellent training, development, and progression opportunities Generous annual leave entitlement 23 days annual leave (increasing to 26 days after 5 years service), plus bank and public holidays and two extra company holidays during the Christmas period The opportunity to buy up to another 5 days holiday, subject to conditions Access to an Employee Assistance Programme Employee Benefits Platform Provision of a smartphone and laptop Free parking (for when you re in the office) Discounted gym member corporate membership rate at Leisure World and the Northern Gateway 1 Volunteering Day per year Free Flu Jab Agile Working at our client means having some flexibility about when, where and how they work to best meet the needs of your role and service area Other employee benefits include payment of a professional subscription, free yearly eye tests plus a contribution towards glasses for VDU use. Interviews will be held face-to-face date to be confirmed. Equality & Diversity Commitment Our client is an equal opportunities employer. As part of their continued commitment to Equality and Diversity, and their workforce accurately reflecting the community they represent, they welcome applicants from all backgrounds, and applicants who have status as an individual with a physical or mental disability. They are a Disability Confident Employer and a Mindful Employer. They also hold accreditations for Working Well, Investors in People Gold status and the Armed Forces Covenant. How to Apply Step 1 Click the apply button to be taken to our client's Careers Page. Step 2 Read the advert, Job Accountability Statement, and Person Specification. Step 3 Click Apply online below and complete the application form in full, ensuring that you indicate how you meet the criteria contained within the Person Specification. Step 4 Press submit .
Assistant Asset Manager £29,014 to £39,353 Monday to Friday; 37 hours per week This vacancy closes on the 1st of August 2025. As part of the local business community since 2003, Colchester Borough Homes (CBH) is an award-winning organisation, providing management and maintenance services to around 7,000 residential, commercial and public buildings throughout the Borough, including the Council s housing stock, Colchester Castle and Colchester Town Hall. About the Role The Asset Management department is looking for an Assistant Asset Manager to join our Team. Working as part of the Asset Management Team, you will assist with the management of Housing Improvement/Capital works projects, and various types of surveying works. You will have: An understanding and working knowledge of repairs, project management and planned maintenance process and the standards we must meet. Knowledge of building and construction projects and installations, and planning and building control requirement. Awareness of current Building Regulation and Legislation, Decent Homes Standards, and Health and Safety including CDM. Experienced in the use of the Microsoft Office Suite of tools including SharePoint and Housing Management Systems. Financial/Budget Management skills. Full UK driving licence with continuous access to a car. You will be: Able to work well as part of a team, and under your own initiative. Competent in building working relationships. Committed to providing an excellent service to our customers. Benefits of Working for Us In return, we are offering a competitive salary, including excellent benefits, which include: Local Government Pension Scheme with a 20.8 % employer contribution Excellent training, development, and progression opportunities Generous annual leave entitlement 23 days annual leave (increasing to 26 days after 5 years service), plus bank and public holidays and two extra company holidays during the Christmas period The opportunity to buy up to another 5 days holiday, subject to conditions Access to an Employee Assistance Programme Employee Benefits Platform Provision of a smartphone and laptop Free parking (for when you re in the office) Discounted gym member corporate membership rate at Leisure World and the Northern Gateway 1 Volunteering Day per year Free Flu Jab Agile Working at Colchester Borough Homes means having some flexibility about when, where and how we work to best meet the needs of your role and service area Other employee benefits include payment of a professional subscription, free yearly eye tests plus a contribution towards glasses for VDU use. Interviews will be held face-to-face date to be confirmed. Equality & Diversity Commitment We are an equal opportunities employer. As part of our continued commitment to Equality and Diversity, and our workforce accurately reflecting the community we represent, we welcome applicants from all backgrounds, and applicants who have status as an individual with a physical or mental disability. We are a Disability Confident Employer and a Mindful Employer. We also hold accreditations for Working Well, Investors in People Gold status and the Armed Forces Covenant. How to Apply Step 1 Click the apply button to be taken to our Careers Page. Step 2 Read the advert, Job Accountability Statement, and Person Specification. Step 3 Click Apply online below and complete the application form in full, ensuring that you indicate how you meet the criteria contained within the Person Specification. Step 4 Press submit .
Jul 22, 2025
Full time
Assistant Asset Manager £29,014 to £39,353 Monday to Friday; 37 hours per week This vacancy closes on the 1st of August 2025. As part of the local business community since 2003, Colchester Borough Homes (CBH) is an award-winning organisation, providing management and maintenance services to around 7,000 residential, commercial and public buildings throughout the Borough, including the Council s housing stock, Colchester Castle and Colchester Town Hall. About the Role The Asset Management department is looking for an Assistant Asset Manager to join our Team. Working as part of the Asset Management Team, you will assist with the management of Housing Improvement/Capital works projects, and various types of surveying works. You will have: An understanding and working knowledge of repairs, project management and planned maintenance process and the standards we must meet. Knowledge of building and construction projects and installations, and planning and building control requirement. Awareness of current Building Regulation and Legislation, Decent Homes Standards, and Health and Safety including CDM. Experienced in the use of the Microsoft Office Suite of tools including SharePoint and Housing Management Systems. Financial/Budget Management skills. Full UK driving licence with continuous access to a car. You will be: Able to work well as part of a team, and under your own initiative. Competent in building working relationships. Committed to providing an excellent service to our customers. Benefits of Working for Us In return, we are offering a competitive salary, including excellent benefits, which include: Local Government Pension Scheme with a 20.8 % employer contribution Excellent training, development, and progression opportunities Generous annual leave entitlement 23 days annual leave (increasing to 26 days after 5 years service), plus bank and public holidays and two extra company holidays during the Christmas period The opportunity to buy up to another 5 days holiday, subject to conditions Access to an Employee Assistance Programme Employee Benefits Platform Provision of a smartphone and laptop Free parking (for when you re in the office) Discounted gym member corporate membership rate at Leisure World and the Northern Gateway 1 Volunteering Day per year Free Flu Jab Agile Working at Colchester Borough Homes means having some flexibility about when, where and how we work to best meet the needs of your role and service area Other employee benefits include payment of a professional subscription, free yearly eye tests plus a contribution towards glasses for VDU use. Interviews will be held face-to-face date to be confirmed. Equality & Diversity Commitment We are an equal opportunities employer. As part of our continued commitment to Equality and Diversity, and our workforce accurately reflecting the community we represent, we welcome applicants from all backgrounds, and applicants who have status as an individual with a physical or mental disability. We are a Disability Confident Employer and a Mindful Employer. We also hold accreditations for Working Well, Investors in People Gold status and the Armed Forces Covenant. How to Apply Step 1 Click the apply button to be taken to our Careers Page. Step 2 Read the advert, Job Accountability Statement, and Person Specification. Step 3 Click Apply online below and complete the application form in full, ensuring that you indicate how you meet the criteria contained within the Person Specification. Step 4 Press submit .
Finance Manager £46,749 per annum Application closing date - 27/02/2025 37 hours per week, Monday to Friday Colchester Borough Homes (CBH) is a wholly owned subsidiary of a local Council. As part of the local business community since 2003, we are an award-winning organisation providing management and maintenance services to around 7,000 residential, commercial and public buildings throughout the Borough. About the role We are looking for a Finance Manager to join our Finance Management Team. Within this role you will support the Director of Resources and Head of Finance to develop all financial aspects of the organisation. Effectively leading and managing the accounts officers in line with the company strategic objectives. About you You will have: Recognised financial account qualification (ACCA, CIPFA, CIMA). Strong knowledge of finance and accounting legislation, budget preparation. maintaining financial systems and closure of accounts. Ability to apply strategic decisions to an operational environment. Ability to translate complex financial statements into everyday language. Excellent interpersonal skills Customer and quality focus Be Highly innovative, accurate and numerate. CBH believes that learning and development is a continuous process. There is an expectation that employees will keep abreast of developments within their own area of expertise. Benefits of working for our CBH In return, we are offering a competitive salary, including excellent benefits, which include: Local Government Pension Scheme with a 20.8 % employer contribution Excellent training, development, and progression opportunities Generous annual leave entitlement - 23 days annual leave (increasing to 26 days after 5 years service), plus bank and public holidays and two extra company holidays during the Christmas period The opportunity to buy up to another 5 days holiday, subject to conditions Access to an Employee Assistance Programme Employee Benefits Platform Provision of a smartphone and laptop Free parking (for when you re in the office) Discounted gym member - corporate membership rate at Leisure World and the Northern Gateway 1 Volunteering Day per year Free Flu Jab Agile Working at CBH means having some flexibility about when, where and how we work to best meet the needs of your role and service area Other employee benefits include payment of a professional subscription, free yearly eye tests plus a contribution towards glasses for VDU use. Equality & Diversity Commitment Colchester Borough Homes is an equal opportunities employer. As part of our continued commitment to Equality and Diversity, and our workforce accurately reflecting the community we represent, we welcome applicants from all backgrounds, and applicants who have status as an individual with a physical or mental disability. We are a Disability Confident Employer and a Mindful Employer. We also hold accreditations for Working Well, Investors in People Gold status and the Armed Forces Covenant. Interviews will be held face-to-face - date to be confirmed. How to apply Step 1 Click the apply button to be taken to our Careers Page Step 2 Read the advert, Job Accountability Statement, and Person Specification Step 3 Click Apply online below and complete the application form in full, ensuring that you indicate how you meet the criteria contained within the Person Specification Step 4 Press submit
Feb 15, 2025
Full time
Finance Manager £46,749 per annum Application closing date - 27/02/2025 37 hours per week, Monday to Friday Colchester Borough Homes (CBH) is a wholly owned subsidiary of a local Council. As part of the local business community since 2003, we are an award-winning organisation providing management and maintenance services to around 7,000 residential, commercial and public buildings throughout the Borough. About the role We are looking for a Finance Manager to join our Finance Management Team. Within this role you will support the Director of Resources and Head of Finance to develop all financial aspects of the organisation. Effectively leading and managing the accounts officers in line with the company strategic objectives. About you You will have: Recognised financial account qualification (ACCA, CIPFA, CIMA). Strong knowledge of finance and accounting legislation, budget preparation. maintaining financial systems and closure of accounts. Ability to apply strategic decisions to an operational environment. Ability to translate complex financial statements into everyday language. Excellent interpersonal skills Customer and quality focus Be Highly innovative, accurate and numerate. CBH believes that learning and development is a continuous process. There is an expectation that employees will keep abreast of developments within their own area of expertise. Benefits of working for our CBH In return, we are offering a competitive salary, including excellent benefits, which include: Local Government Pension Scheme with a 20.8 % employer contribution Excellent training, development, and progression opportunities Generous annual leave entitlement - 23 days annual leave (increasing to 26 days after 5 years service), plus bank and public holidays and two extra company holidays during the Christmas period The opportunity to buy up to another 5 days holiday, subject to conditions Access to an Employee Assistance Programme Employee Benefits Platform Provision of a smartphone and laptop Free parking (for when you re in the office) Discounted gym member - corporate membership rate at Leisure World and the Northern Gateway 1 Volunteering Day per year Free Flu Jab Agile Working at CBH means having some flexibility about when, where and how we work to best meet the needs of your role and service area Other employee benefits include payment of a professional subscription, free yearly eye tests plus a contribution towards glasses for VDU use. Equality & Diversity Commitment Colchester Borough Homes is an equal opportunities employer. As part of our continued commitment to Equality and Diversity, and our workforce accurately reflecting the community we represent, we welcome applicants from all backgrounds, and applicants who have status as an individual with a physical or mental disability. We are a Disability Confident Employer and a Mindful Employer. We also hold accreditations for Working Well, Investors in People Gold status and the Armed Forces Covenant. Interviews will be held face-to-face - date to be confirmed. How to apply Step 1 Click the apply button to be taken to our Careers Page Step 2 Read the advert, Job Accountability Statement, and Person Specification Step 3 Click Apply online below and complete the application form in full, ensuring that you indicate how you meet the criteria contained within the Person Specification Step 4 Press submit
Colchester Borough Homes have an exciting opportunity for a Mechanical Services Engineer to join the team. Location: Colchester, Essex Salary: Up to £51,000.00 per annum, including market supplement, depending upon experience. Plus, excellent benefits including Local Government Pension Scheme Job Type: Two Year Fixed Term Contract (possibility of post becoming permanent) Colchester Borough Homes (CBH) is a wholly owned subsidiary of Colchester Borough Council. As part of the local business community since 2003, we are an award-winning organisation providing management and maintenance services to around 7,000 residential properties and the Council's commercial and public buildings, including Colchester Castle and Colchester Town Hall. As Mechanical Services Engineer, you will form part of the Design and Construction Management Team reporting to the Senior Building Surveyor and Project Manager. You will take a lead on the design, procurement and management of capital and revenue funded mechanical services projects to be delivered within both Colchester Borough Council and Colchester Borough Homes' building assets. You must also be able to prepare design drawings in AutoCAD and preferably have experience of BIM and working within listed buildings and scheduled ancient monuments, working directly with Conservation Planners and Historic England. Applicants must hold a degree or HND/HNC plus relevant experience in Building Services Engineering and preferably be a member of CIBSE or a similar professional institution. Applicants must also have a proven record of managing and contributing to mechanical services projects ranging in value from a few tens of thousands of pounds to several millions. In return we are offering a competitive salary, including excellent benefits such as a Local Government Pension Scheme with a 16.6 % employer contribution, 23 days annual leave plus bank holidays and free car parking. In addition, we offer exceptional flexible working arrangements including part time hours and working from home will also be considered. Interview date to be confirmed. Interviews will be held remotely. The closing date for applications is Monday 6th December 2021. To submit your application for this exciting Mechanical Services Engineer opportunity, please click 'Apply' now to be redirected to our website. We are an equal opportunities employer and are signed up to the disability confident employer scheme. We welcome applicants from a diversity of backgrounds and from all sections of the community.
Dec 03, 2021
Contractor
Colchester Borough Homes have an exciting opportunity for a Mechanical Services Engineer to join the team. Location: Colchester, Essex Salary: Up to £51,000.00 per annum, including market supplement, depending upon experience. Plus, excellent benefits including Local Government Pension Scheme Job Type: Two Year Fixed Term Contract (possibility of post becoming permanent) Colchester Borough Homes (CBH) is a wholly owned subsidiary of Colchester Borough Council. As part of the local business community since 2003, we are an award-winning organisation providing management and maintenance services to around 7,000 residential properties and the Council's commercial and public buildings, including Colchester Castle and Colchester Town Hall. As Mechanical Services Engineer, you will form part of the Design and Construction Management Team reporting to the Senior Building Surveyor and Project Manager. You will take a lead on the design, procurement and management of capital and revenue funded mechanical services projects to be delivered within both Colchester Borough Council and Colchester Borough Homes' building assets. You must also be able to prepare design drawings in AutoCAD and preferably have experience of BIM and working within listed buildings and scheduled ancient monuments, working directly with Conservation Planners and Historic England. Applicants must hold a degree or HND/HNC plus relevant experience in Building Services Engineering and preferably be a member of CIBSE or a similar professional institution. Applicants must also have a proven record of managing and contributing to mechanical services projects ranging in value from a few tens of thousands of pounds to several millions. In return we are offering a competitive salary, including excellent benefits such as a Local Government Pension Scheme with a 16.6 % employer contribution, 23 days annual leave plus bank holidays and free car parking. In addition, we offer exceptional flexible working arrangements including part time hours and working from home will also be considered. Interview date to be confirmed. Interviews will be held remotely. The closing date for applications is Monday 6th December 2021. To submit your application for this exciting Mechanical Services Engineer opportunity, please click 'Apply' now to be redirected to our website. We are an equal opportunities employer and are signed up to the disability confident employer scheme. We welcome applicants from a diversity of backgrounds and from all sections of the community.
