South Gloucestershire Council

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How you'll make a difference The Property and Development team is responsible for delivering key aspects of the Council Plan and managing the council's portfolio of corporate and investment assets, such as our corporate estate, investment management and regeneration. In this newly created role, you will be key in supporting and delivering the effective management of the corporate portfolio, ensuring a cost-effective professional property management service is delivered. The Council has an investment portfolio in excess of £50m and an active portfolio acquiring property to support regeneration objectives. This is a new post created as part of re-design of our Property Division What will you be doing? You will be responsible to deliver an effective service, within the council's policies and legislations and ensure value for money is demonstrated on all property transactions and that the management of lease events is carried out efficiently. Although not an extensive list, you will oversee services such as lease renewals, restructures, expires and dilapidation settlements, whist liaising with lettings agents and external solicitors. You will be required to deliver a range of services which will require you to work alongside a range of people, from tenants and external agents to surveyors and landlords. You will oversee property inspections, rent reviews and rent collections as well as approving service charge budgets and ensuring statutory compliance. Overall, you will supervise any work or agreements taking place to ensure work is carried out in line with legal and statutory regulations and compliance, while ensuring values for money, including preparing the cashflows for internal monitoring. You will manage the use of external consultants and will need to ensure tender processes have been followed in line with the Council's regulations. Due to the nature of the work involved, you will sometimes be required to go onsite, therefore may sometimes be working in all weather conditions. What we need from you You must hold a degree in Estate management or equivalent and have post qualification experience in investment and development. It is preferable that you hold membership of the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors. It is essential that you have knowledge of the various methods of marketing, disposal and acquisition of land and buildings You will have experience of working in a commercial organisation or local authority, interpreting and applying policies and legislation, giving expert advice and solutions around property inspections, rent reviews and rent collections. You will have experience of managing service delivery and have an in-depth knowledge of service specific and professional issues. We require you to have a demonstrate a working knowledge of software packages, spreadsheet packages, databases and in house systems and have effective IT skills. It is essential that you have good organisational skills and able to persuade others and influence outcomes to meet critical contractual deadlines. You will be able to demonstrate proven ability to negotiate, priorities and deliver projects on time and withing budget. As this is a new role, there is scope for you to make it your own, strong problem solving, organisational and excellent communication skills will be key to your succuss. How a career at South Gloucestershire Council is different We value our staff as individuals, investing in their careers and we are recognised for the quality, breadth and depth of our training and development offer, which helps make the greatest long-term difference in work. We recognise that our diverse team of skilled and dedicated people make us a great place to work. We welcome applications from everyone and ensure that individuals are selected, promoted and developed on the basis of their merits and abilities. Our teams at South Gloucestershire Council are making a real difference to the lives of people who live, work and learn here. We're building and shaping communities which people are proud of We're planning for the future; building and improving the roads, railways, schools, green spaces, and houses. We're providing essential services across our communities to ensure they are safe and well maintained. We've achieved a great deal, but we need talented and dedicated people to ensure we continue to make a difference. We're making a difference, be part of it!

In this strategic role, you will be leading on the development of project and programme management across the Property Services division, ensuring strong governance arrangements are in place. Working with the Head of Property Services, you will be responsible for managing managing and delivering complex departmental and strategic programmes and will be accountable for the effective delivery of value for money and responsive services, ensuring all outcomes are met. This is a new post created as part of re-design of our Property Division What will you be doing On a daily basis you will lead on the development of project management, project delivery and implementation across the division, making sure that principles are up to date and widely communicated and that project managers and staff are trained and have the tools required to deliver projects, whilst ensuring strong governance arrangements are in place You are required to take a leading role in business case development, option appraisals, cost estimations and service redesign. This requires the effective co-ordination of departmental and strategic projects and their inter-dependencies, together with the effective management of any risks and issues that may arise Contributing to the development, communication and achievement of tactical or operational plans, you will support the Head of Service to deliver services and Council's strategic objectives You will manage, negotiate with and support multi-discipline programme and project delivery teams) of South Gloucestershire staff and manage the complexities and sensitivities of projects with multiple partners, stakeholders and community groups along with staff from other partner organisations, other local authorities or organisations It is key that you ensure the ongoing delivery of high quality, value for money and consistent services which meet relevant statutory and reporting requirements and codes of practice and are in line with agreed service standards, identify achievements against plans and targets Monitoring and reviewing progress against plans and targets, you will be accountable for the achievement of agreed outcomes and prepare operational reports and analysis in order to support decision making and ensure compliant Council activity. What we need from you It is essential that you have a Degree in a relevant subject or equivalent experience and hold the APM's 'Project Management' (APMP, Level D) qualification or equivalent. you will also have the capability to use and apply the APM methodologies both accurately and effectively. You will have extensive experience in managing large complex projects and programmes in a project management role preferably in the property field, with knowledge of the statutory processes required to deliver such programmes and projects and working to budget. You must be able to lead, manage and motivate staff within a Project Team to maintain a highly competent, creative and participative culture with proven management experience including supervision of professional and technical staff and inter-departmental. It is essential that have knowledge of relevant national and regional policy and legislation to the public sector with experience of working closely with other Local Authority partners to agree delivery of collaborative programmes to achieve mutually supportive objectives. You will have the ability to assist with the continued improvement and refinement of the Council's Portfolio, Programme and Project Management Methodology. Deliver toolbox talks on a regular basis to share best-practice and lessons learned from a programme and project management perspective. How a career at South Gloucestershire Council is different We know our team work best when they have balance in their lives and we offer genuine flexibility to help them achieve that work/life balance. We value our staff as individuals, investing in their careers and we are recognised for the quality, breadth and depth of our training and development offer, which helps make the greatest long-term difference in work. We recognise that our diverse team of skilled and dedicated people make us a great place to work. We welcome applications from everyone and ensure that individuals are selected, promoted and developed on the basis of their merits and abilities. Our teams at South Gloucestershire Council are making a realdifference to the lives of people who live, work and learnhere. We're building and shaping communities which people are proud of We're planning for the future; building and improving the roads, railways, schools, green spaces, and houses. We're providing essential services across our communities to ensure they are safe and well maintained. We've achieved a great deal, but we need talented anddedicated people to ensure we continue to make a difference. We're making a difference, be part of it!

How you'll make a difference You will make a difference as a Senior Finance Officer by providing a range of strategic advice and operational financial support services to Council departments. You will provide comprehensive financial advice and fulfil the statutory obligations of the organisation ensuring compliance with accountancy standards and codes of practice. What will you be doing? Our Finance team play an important role in ensuring the council funds are being distributed, controlled and spent appropriately. You will provide a technical accounting service in support of a specific areas of the Council. You will review and resolve any issues relating to budgets, financial information and resources for your area of specialism so that agreed targets are met. In this senior role you will provide expert advice to councillors, departments, managers) and the senior leadership team ensuring they receive clear guidance and information data that fulfils statutory requirements. You will oversee a team giving support and guidance as well as set targets, monitor performance and review potential changes to ensure services and projects are delivered successfully. What we need from you It is essential that you have a recognised CCAB qualification (preferably CIPFA), or Association of Accounting Technician qualified or will have equivalent relevant professional experience. You will have significant operational experience within a large organisation, covering the key financial processes of financial planning, budget preparation, budget monitoring and preparing final accounts. We require you to have experience of supervising a small team to effectively deliver a range of quality and cost effective financial management and financial support services. You will have excellent IT, numeracy and good analytical skills. Ideally you would need Knowledge of CIVICA Financials How a career at South Gloucestershire Council is different We know our team work best when they have balance in their lives and we offer genuine flexibility to help them achieve that work/life balance - whatever that means for them. We trust our team to work in the way which allows them to make the biggest difference and we continue to invest in technology to help staff do their jobs to the best of their ability and celebrate innovation . We recognise that our diverse team of skilled and dedicated people make us a great place to work. We welcome applications from everyone and ensure that individuals are selected, promoted and developed on the basis of their merits and abilities. Our teams at South Gloucestershire Council are making a real difference to the lives of people who live, work and learn here. We're providing essential services across our internal network to ensure we can fully support our community. We're positive and forward thinking, always looking for new and innovative ways of working work and we're ambitious about the future. We've achieved a great deal, but we need talented and dedicated people to ensure we continue to make a difference. We're making a difference, be part of it!

How you'll make a difference You will lead the Regeneration and Development functions within the Estates and Investment team and will be responsible for acquisitions, disposals and management of council land and buildings and exploring investment opportunities for regeneration and place shaping within the council's portfolio. Investment funds totalling £100 million have been historically approved and has been used to acquire properties for their commercial return and place shaping and you will be responsible for managing these funds and making recommendations to panels around use of the funds. Additional properties held for investment purposes include 3 industrial estates, a shopping centre , a Science Park and 100+ Council owned sites which are currently being reviewed for development opportunities. This is a new post created as part of re-design of our Property Division What will you be doing Within your role you will line manage 5 direct reports and a multi-disciplinary group of professionals assembled for individual projects. You will deliver a range of services and provide advice on new acquisitions in key areas within the council to support its place shaping objectives and promote development opportunities. It will be your responsibility to appointment and manage consultants to undertake key functions in order to drive forward redevelopment and regeneration opportunities for land and buildings, new opportunities in land acquisition and revitalising retail areas and High Streets You will assist in the delivery of schemes in line with the Regeneration and Development programme and any Master Planning work undertaken on specific areas within the region You will recommend disposals of investment and other Council owned properties in accordance with Council objectives. In the role you will prepare and submit reports to Cabinet and other Council meetings to enable effective decisions to be made in the best long-term interests of the Council and will also represent the property function on external boards and departmental meetings. You will source funding opportunities for projects and programmes and seek out and engage partners organisation for joint venture opportunities. What we need from you It is essential that you have relevant professional accreditation and Post qualification experience working in a commercial organisation or local authority with relevant investment and development experience. You must have a significant amount of knowledge of the various methods of marketing, disposal and acquisition of land and buildings and have proven development experience. We require you to have a comprehensive understanding of all relevant legislation, statutory guidance, local policy and procedures, national codes, and multi-disciplinary practice. You must have effective leadership and people management experience, with the ability to manage, co-ordinate and plan your function and can hold people to account but also coach and develop a team and drive future direction. You will be a Strong influencer with successful stakeholder management skills and the ability to build relationships when developing and maintaining complex partnerships. It is essential that you have a strong financial and commercial acumen with significant experience in managing budgets and financial expenditure and the ability to identify and develop income generation opportunities. How a career at South Gloucestershire Council is different We know our team work best when they have balance in their lives and we offer genuine flexibility to help them achieve that work/life balance . We value our staff as individuals, investing in their careers and we are recognised for the quality, breadth and depth of our training and development offer, which helps make the greatest long-term difference in work. We recognise that our diverse team of skilled and dedicated people make us a great place to work. We welcome applications from everyone and ensure that individuals are selected, promoted and developed on the basis of their merits and abilities. Our teams at South Gloucestershire Council are making a real difference to the lives of people who live, work and learn here. We're building and shaping communities which people are proud of We're planning for the future; building and improving the roads, railways, schools, green spaces, and houses. We're providing essential services across our communities to ensure they are safe and well maintained. We've achieved a great deal, but we need talented and dedicated people to ensure we continue to make a difference. We're making a difference, be part of it!

How you'll make a difference In this strategic role, you will lead on delivery of the Property Capital Construction Programme, giving professional and technical advice on the financial and contractual position for construction of property projects. Working with the Head of Property and Business Support Services, you will promote the corporate role of Property Services and make sure the Council achieves value for money and can deliver a quality service for our local residents. You will be responsible for delivering property capital construction projects of up to £75m per year and for budget control of individual projects ranging from £100k to £35m. This is a new post created as part of re-design of our Property Division. What will you be doing You will be responsible to lead, deliver and manage the capital projects function within Property Services, making sure that capital projects, capital repairs and maintenance projects are delivered to the agreed brief, within budge,set timeframes and to pre-defined standards. In the role you will lead a team of multi-disciplinary professionals and external consultants who are assembled to support individual projects, so as to meet project timing and expenditure. You will resolve issues that could impact on both completion and cost of a project and use your innovation, extensive technical experience and excellent communication skills, ensuring successful project delivery. It will be your responsibility to make decisions on how legislation and national good practice is implemented to construction projects, including drafting and updating standard tender and contract documentation accordingly. You will prepare and submit reports to support effective decision making for the division ensuring all projects are delivered in a consistent way and in compliance with council and legislative requirements. Drafting and maintaining standard contract documentation, you will ensure that the Council is legally safeguarded and that standards of materials and workmanship are maintained and have oversight of contractors from construction, through to completion of works. What we need from you You will have a Degree in a Property or Capital Project Management related subject, or relevant professional accreditation (RICS) or equivalent knowledge and skills, with proven experience in a Property Capital Project function. It is essential that you hold expert knowledge of construction project delivery to ensure policy and procedures are put in place and that compliance with council and legislative requirements and the capital programme is delivered to optimum cost, time and quality. You must have knowledge of external issues (legislative, regulatory, best practice standards) that affect and impact Capital Project Management. We require you to have Senior leadership experience, managing a multi-disciplinary team focusing on delivery and performance and be confident to persuade and lead on Capital projects and plan a service. It is key that you have experience on leading, managing and developing a team and hold people to account but also coach and develop in a positive way. It is essential that you have extensive Project Management experience alongside a considerable financial and commercial acumen and have experience of managing large budgets. You must have experience of developing and maintaining complex partnerships and able to influence stakeholders and build relationships at a senior and management level. How a career at South Gloucestershire Council is different We value our staff as individuals, investing in their careers and we are recognised for the quality, breadth and depth of our training and development offer, which helps make the greatest long-term difference in work. We have invested in the technology and support to enable staff to work seamlessly from home so we can ensure we are keeping staff safe during Covid-19. For those staff who may need to work in the office we have also ensured that our offices and hubs are COVID-19 secure; and have measures in place such as one-way systems, socially distanced workstations and hand sanitizer stations throughout our premises. We recognise that our diverse team of skilled and dedicated people make us a great place to work. We welcome applications from everyone and ensure that individuals are selected, promoted and developed on the basis of their merits and abilities. Our teams at South Gloucestershire Council are making a real difference to the lives of people who live, work and learn here. We're building and shaping communities which people are proud of We're investing in our schools to ensure every child and young person in South Gloucestershire achieves their full potential. We've achieved a great deal, but we need talented and dedicated people to ensure we continue to make a difference. We're making a difference, be part of it!

How you'll make a difference You will lead and provide strategic direction and business support to a newly designed Property Support team, which enables the Property Team to decide on delivery priorities and maximise its efficiency within the functions of the Data Team, Property Management System, Post Room, Finance and Procurement and Climate Programme Management. Reviewing processes and procedures, you will continuously seek to maximise returns on projects to improve efficiencies and focus on developing a more commercial and collaborative approach. You will drive innovative delivery models to programmes and schemes, reviewing how the division works internally across the council and also works externally with stakeholders. This is a new post created as part of re-design of our Property Division. What will you be doing You will be working at a strategic level alongside other department senior managers to ensure the Property Team is driving efficiencies and value for money. You will ensure that there are excellent financial planning and robust data management systems in place, for the successful progression and implementation of key projects and initiatives. In the role you will lead and manage the property business support function team, making sure processes are in place and there is an effective co-ordination of data and incoming requests for support. It will be your responsibility to develop and sustain operational relationships with multiple internal and external stakeholders, to ensure client expectations are understood, met and managed. You will lead the development and take responsibility for the management of effective Corporate Service Level Agreements for the Council's property functions and make sure consistent standards are maintained and production of accurate, timely and relevant programme information (costs, progress, issues and actions). Leading on the delivery of a rolling programme of procurement and management of key contracts, you will ensure the delivery of robust programme management and project management and ensure sufficient coverage for all the projects. What we need from you You must have a Degree in a Property related subject, or equivalent knowledge and skills with proven experience of strategic development in a Property function. It is essential that you have professional accreditation: RICS or Prince2 Agile Practitioner, or the equivalent knowledge, skills and proven workplace experience. You will have proven people management experience, having managed a multi-disciplinary team focusing on improving delivery and performance and setting clear objectives and performance management but also coach and develop a team and drive future direction. It is essential that you have operated at a senior level of leadership, be persuasive and engaging with the ability to lead, co-ordinate and plan a service and ability to build relationships with senior management and stakeholders. We require you to have expert knowledge and technical expertise, legislative, regulatory, best practice standards providing a depth of knowledge to act with credibility have experience of leading complex projects or partnerships and solve technical issues. It is essential that you have a financial and commercial acumen with significant experience in managing budgets for complex projects. How a career at South Gloucestershire Council is different We value our staff as individuals, investing in their careers and we are recognised for the quality, breadth and depth of our training and development offer, which helps make the greatest long-term difference in work. We have invested in the technology and support to enable staff to work seamlessly from home so we can ensure we are keeping staff safe during Covid-19. For those staff who may need to work in the office we have also ensured that our offices and hubs are COVID-19 secure; and have measures in place such as one-way systems, socially distanced workstations and hand sanitizer stations throughout our premises. We recognise that our diverse team of skilled and dedicated people make us a great place to work. We welcome applications from everyone and ensure that individuals are selected, promoted and developed on the basis of their merits and abilities. Our teams at South Gloucestershire Council are making a real difference to the lives of people who live, work and learn here. We're building and shaping communities which people are proud of We're investing in our schools to ensure every child and young person in South Gloucestershire achieves their full potential. We've achieved a great deal, but we need talented and dedicated people to ensure we continue to make a difference. We're making a difference, be part of it!

How you'll make a difference The Property & Development team manage the council's portfolio of corporate and investment assets, and managing this team you will develop and lead the Council's estate management and property investment function. You will be strategically focused and lead on the joint ventures, site development, acquisition and disposal of property, management of investment property, negotiation of lease renewals, the management of service charges and occupation agreements and valuations. You will be continuously reviewing the performance of the assets to seek revenue increases and service improvements. This is a new post created as part of re-design of our Property Division. What will you be doing You will be responsible for line manging 2 direct reports and have overall responsibility for a multi-disciplinary team of 15 staff. Managing the Council's Property & Development team, you will deliver efficient, timely and cost-effective estates functions, to include acquisition and disposal of property, negotiation of lease renewals, the management of service charges and occupation agreements and valuations. You will manage the Council's property Investment team in the acquisition, effective management, address challenges, and potential disposal of investment property to meet council objectives Responsible for the performance of the estate and investment portfolio you will lead the strategic challenge of the property portfolio. In the role you will lead on strategic site development and negotiations on development delivery with external partners You will develop a clear estates strategy for the entire estate and draw up associated complex business cases Coordinating with the Council's property maintenance function you will ensure that obligations relating to maintenance of the Council's estate are effectively undertaken. What we need from you You must have a Degree in a Property related subject, or the equivalent level of knowledge, skills, with related property experience. You must also have relevant professional accreditation (RICS). It is essential that you have significant experience of managing a Property and Development function and have expert specialist knowledge and technical expertise in order to manage projects and solve technical issues. We require you to have Senior leadership experience, be persuasive and engaging with the ability to lead, co-ordinate and plan a service with a financial and commercial acumen to manage budgets. It is essential that you have experience of managing a multi-disciplinary team focusing on delivery and performance and can improve team performance through setting clear objectives and performance management. You will have a knowledge of external property and development issues and keep up to date with legislation, regulatory and best practice standards. It is essential that you have negotiated and influenced complex joint venture agreements with a range of partners and stakeholders and have experience of dealing with large and complex projects. How a career at South Gloucestershire Council is different We know our team work best when they have balance in their lives and we offer genuine flexibility to help them achieve that work/life balance. We value our staff as individuals, investing in their careers and we are recognised for the quality, breadth and depth of our training and development offer, which helps make the greatest long-term difference in work. We recognise that our diverse team of skilled and dedicated people make us a great place to work. We welcome applications from everyone and ensure that individuals are selected, promoted and developed on the basis of their merits and abilities. Our teams at South Gloucestershire Council are making a real difference to the lives of people who live, work and learn here. We're building and shaping communities which people are proud of We're planning for the future; building and improving the roads, railways, schools, green spaces, and houses. We're providing essential services across our communities to ensure they are safe and well maintained. We've achieved a great deal, but we need talented and dedicated people to ensure we continue to make a difference. We're making a difference, be part of it!

How you'll make a difference Managing the Maintenance and Health and Safety Team, you will have the opportunity to ensure that the Council has a safe and performing estate and shape the forward direction and influence projects to impact positively on the Property Function and its long-term strategic plan. Your team is responsible for maintenance plans, developing the repairs and maintenance programme, procuring and managing minor capital and R&M projects and providing a specialist technical role on major projects. This is a new post created as part of re-design of our Property Division. What will you be doing Leading the Maintenance and Health & Safety Team, you will have responsibility for a multi-disciplinary team of 13, with 3 direct reports made up of building surveyors, mechanical and electrical engineers, and facilities staff. You will ensure that the Council has a safe and well performing estate and that the council's responsibilities are met in terms of developing and delivering maintenance plans and programmes, as well as providing specialist technical advice on major projects and to Capital project teams. Leading a rolling R&M programme, you will ensure that this is delivered and achieving value for money by working together with key stakeholders to ensure client expectations are met and managed. Working with the property and development team and finance functions, you will effectively prioritise maintenance activity in line with the Council's overall priorities, available budgets and longer-term plans for the use of assets. You will be also hold responsibility for a £1.5m budget. You will deliver a regular programme of building surveys to ensure that maintenance condition and the cost or urgency of building repairs is understood and can be managed effectively at a strategic level. In the role you will manage and co-ordinate the delivery of accommodation management and facilities management of the council's estate, making sure that buildings are statutory compliant in accordance with relevant legislation and good practise. What we need from you You will have a Degree in a Property Facilities Management related subject, or relevant professional accreditation (RICS or IOB) or equivalent knowledge and skills, with proven experience in a Property FM function and also a Health & Safety Qualification. We require you to have Senior leadership experience, managing a multi-disciplinary team focusing on delivery and performance and be confident to persuade, lead and plan a service. It is essential that you hold expert knowledge in the management of maintenance and statutory compliance in relation to the built environment and specific technical expertise, in order to solve technical issues. You must have knowledge of external issues (legislative, regulatory, best practice standards etc.) that affect and impact Facilities Management. It is key that you are strategically focused and have the experience to lead, manage and develop a team and to be accountable whilst coaching and developing in a positive way. It is essential that you can manage projects with considerable financial and commercial acumen and have experience of managing large budgets. You must have experience of developing and maintaining complex partnerships and able to influence stakeholders and build relationships at a senior and management level. Ideally, you will have experience of operating and achieving SO550001, or have been part of a project team that achieved a benefit and impact in using this system effectively. How a career at South Gloucestershire Council is different We value our staff as individuals, investing in their careers and we are recognised for the quality, breadth and depth of our training and development offer, which helps make the greatest long-term difference in work. We have invested in the technology and support to enable staff to work seamlessly from home so we can ensure we are keeping staff safe during Covid-19. For those staff who may need to work in the office we have also ensured that our offices and hubs are COVID-19 secure; and have measures in place such as one-way systems, socially distanced workstations and hand sanitizer stations throughout our premises. We recognise that our diverse team of skilled and dedicated people make us a great place to work. We welcome applications from everyone and ensure that individuals are selected, promoted and developed on the basis of their merits and abilities. Our teams at South Gloucestershire Council are making a real difference to the lives of people who live, work and learn here. We're building and shaping communities which people are proud of We're investing in our schools to ensure every child and young person in South Gloucestershire achieves their full potential. We've achieved a great deal, but we need talented and dedicated people to ensure we continue to make a difference. We're making a difference, be part of it!

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How you'll make a difference As a professionally qualified Health and Safety practitioner you'll will work as part of the Council's Corporate Health & Safety team supporting managers in fulfilling their statutory duties. You will also support the Health and Safety Manager in developing Policy and setting priorities for the team. What will you be doing? You will be allocated areas of H&S specialism including acting as the lead H&S contact for South Gloucestershire Councils Children, Adult and Health division. Every day is different giving you the opportunity to take ownership of managing your own workload and monitoring deadlines and key factor changes. Being able to take in your stride unexpected changes resulting in different priorities and challenges faced. In the role you will be involved in delivering a wide range of H&S functions including the review of corporate policies & guidance documents, development and review of risk assessments and H&S website content, development and delivery of targeted H&S audits and initiatives. You will screen and process accident forms and investigate selected accidents making recommendations on appropriate action. This may require you to travel to other office locations and sites within the South Gloucestershire area to undertake investigations or provide support for service areas. You will analyse and provide statistical interpretation and commentary on accident, incident and dangerous occurrences and deliver this to departmental consultative committees. You will be able to problem solve at a strategic and operational level to ensure risk is controlled in an effective proportionate way. Liaising with external bodies, such as enforcement agencies (HSE, Fire Authority) partner organisations including the Council's insurance provider. What we need from you It is essential that you must be qualified to NEBOSH Dip 6 or equivalent and be CMIOSH or actively working towards CMIOSH with good post-qualification experience. You should have sound knowledge of current H&S legislation and recent experience as a practising health and safety advisor in relevant service activities undertaken by the Council, for example: general health and safety, facility services, social care, civil construction, horticultural services, and customer facing services. You'll need considerable experience in developing and implementing health & safety policy initiatives, including persuading and influencing people of the key priorities and proposals. This will include working with employee safety representatives and Trade Unions. You will need significant experience in working with enforcement agencies (such as HSE, Fire service, Environment Agency) on behalf of a duty-holder organisation. You will have significant experience in incident investigation, report writing and supporting liability claim response. You will be a confident and good communicator with a wide and varied audience, be a good team worker, have a flexible approach to work, be able to meet deadlines and have good IT skills. How a career at South Gloucestershire Council is different We know our team work best when they have balance in their lives and we offer genuine flexibility to help them achieve that work/life balance. • We value our staff as individuals, investing in their careers and we are recognised for the quality, breadth and depth of our training and development offer, which helps make the greatest long-term difference in work. • We have invested in the technology and support to enable staff to work seamlessly from home so we can ensure we are keeping staff safe during Covid-19. For those staff who may need to work in the office we have also ensured that our offices and hubs are Covid secure; and have measures in place such as one way systems, socially distanced work stations and hand sanitizer stations throughout our premises. • We recognise that our diverse team of skilled and dedicated people make us a great place to work. We welcome applications from everyone and ensure that individuals are selected, promoted and developed on the basis of their merits and abilities. Our teams at South Gloucestershire Council are making a real difference to the lives of people who live, work and learn here. • We're building and shaping communities which people are proud of. • We're providing essential services across our internal network to ensure we can fully support our community. • We've achieved a great deal, but we need talented and dedicated people to ensure we continue to make a difference. We're making a difference: be part of it! Please note you must be you must be qualified to NEBOSH Dip 6 or equivalent and be CMIOSH Interviews are anticipated to be held on the 8th & 9th December 2021. Salary : £37,890 to £40,876, Dependant on experience Hours : 37 Contract : Permanent, Full time Location : Yates, Bristol You may have experience of the following: SHEQ Advisor, Health and Safety Advisor, H&S Officer, H&S Advisor, Health and Safety Advisor, NEBOSH, CMIOSH, Risk Assessment, Health & Safety Consultant, CMIOSH, SHE Advisor, Quality Assurance, H&S, SHEQ, Public Sector, Local Authority, Local Government, etc. Ref: