Assistant Director - Public Protection

Environment Public Protection Assistant Director Ref: 001339 Contract: Permanent Salary: £83,210 - £92,939 per annum (AD2) Hours: 36.66 per week Location: Sir Robert Peacock House / Spindles / JR Clynes Closing Date: Monday 16th March 2026 Interview Date: w/c Monday 23rd March 2026 Hiring Manager: Nasir Dad (nasir.dadoldham.gov.uk)

Working as part of the Environment Directorate, to ensure that the Council is delivering its statutory and regulatory services to nationally recognised standards.

The role is crucial in a number of frontline, and important areas for the Council, impacting every resident in the borough.

The post holder must ensure delivery of services which meet the needs of local residents, protect and improve public health and the environment, and to embed a culture of trust and ambition with the staff, and a reputation of excellent customer service amongst local communities, residents and businesses.

To provide leadership for the teams listed above and ensure effective deployment of staff and resources to deliver the Council's objectives and deliver statutory functions. To determine the strategic direction of the service and anticipate the changes influencing the service, both internal and external, and evaluate the risks and opportunities, putting appropriate strategies/plans into action.

To maintain comprehensive knowledge of national legal and policy changes, and where necessary, ensure council policies, procedures and delegated powers are reflective of these changes.

Develop robust strategic alliances and effective working arrangements with key partners within Greater Manchester and the Combined Authority to deliver on council priorities.

To be accountable for significant budgets, directly influencing the budget setting and long term financial planning of the division/service and demonstrating value for money and improving productivity through a range of approaches, including: the strategic re design of services and their costs; the use of business and operational process improvements; the smarter use of supply; the better use of demand management; and improved asset management.

• Degree in Environmental Health or equivalent relevant Professional Qualification / Evidence of continued professional, managerial, and personal development.
• A proven track record of successful strategic leadership in an organisation of comparable scope and complexity.
• A proven track record of leading, motivating and managing professional teams, including the establishment of a positive performance culture that has delivered effective performance and continuous service improvement.
• Significant experience and demonstrable success in leading organisational and cultural change with evidence of innovative and transformational thinking.

We want Oldham to have vibrant, safe neighbourhoods where people are proud to live with opportunities for healthier, more fulfilled lives; and a sustainable, thriving economy.

As we look to the future, the challenges may be significant, but so are the opportunities.

We've identified three missions with our residents and partners, focusing on what will deliver the biggest impact: A Great Place to Live, Healthier, Happier Lives, and Green and Growing.

We're looking for candidates who will support us to achieve our ambitions and we encourage you to download our Corporate Plan: Ready for the Future and our Oldham Plan for further information. Our Values and Behaviours: By driving innovation, investing in our people, and championing our communities, we will ensure that Oldham continues to be a place where everyone can live their best life.

To support this, we have three core values which define who we are and how we operate.

These are 'Proud, Ambitious, and Together', and they shape our culture, inform our decisions, and inspire us to deliver on our commitments to the people of Oldham.

We have translated these values into five behaviours which guide our actions and are the standards we hold ourselves to, day in and day out: Work with a resident focus, Support local leaders, Committed to the borough, Delivery high performance, Take ownership and drive change. You can find out more about our values and behaviours on our greater.jobs Oldham page.

• 25 days annual leave which increases after 5 and 10 years' service. The option to purchase additional annual leave.
• An attractive LGPS benefit pension scheme with the option to make shared cost additional voluntary contributions.
• Discounted gym membership with Oldham Active. Staff discount scheme for shopping, entertainment, eating out, eating in, travel, motoring and more.
• Salary sacrifice scheme for home and electronics and Cycle to Work.
• Wellbeing support, including a Mental Health First Aider network and an Employment Assistance Programme that provides 24 hours access to advice and support.
• Staff recognition and celebration events.
• Peer support groups. Inclusive Recruitment: We work closely with employees to help them work at their best, including making adjustments such as flexible working, describing available working patterns, providing equipment or making changes to the workplace.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and therefore expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

International experience: If you have lived or worked abroad for 3 months or more in the last 5 years or 12 months or more (whether continuously or in total) in the last 10 years whilst aged 18 or over, please refer to the link below for details for how to obtain your Certificates of Good Character: Unfortunately, at this time we are not able to offer sponsorship.

GM Elevate Programme: If you have completed the GM Elevate (Leadership Development) Programme please indicate this within the 'About You' or 'Supporting Statement' section of your application.

Guaranteed Assessment Scheme: If you're an applicant with disabilities and have previously been in or currently in care, a carer, someone who has served in the Armed Forces, or you've participated in the GM Elevate Programme, and you meet the essential criteria of the role, you are guaranteed to reach the first stage of assessment under our Guaranteed Assessment Scheme.

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Important Information: Please note that should a vacancy that has been released for internal or external recruitment be deemed suitable for a current employee at risk of redundancy, it can be pulled back at any point, up to the post being formally offered to a candidate who is not at risk of redundancy.