Assistant Office Manager

Rochdale Council; Greater Manchester; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Rochdale Council's Highway Service is seeking an Assistant Office Manager to support the in-house highway operational delivery team. You will help deliver a wide range of support services, from financial and project support to administration, ensuring smooth day-to-day operations.

You will collate and manage data, support continuous service improvement, and work closely with colleagues across the highway service to enable safe, effective and timely highway activity in line with council

Qualifications

• Experience delivering financial, project and technical support.
• Ability to collate and manage data.
• Commitment to continuous improvement of services.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the delivery of all support services, including financial, project and technical support and administration.
• Ensure appropriate levels of operational, technical and customer services are provided at all times.
• Collate and manage relevant data to support decision-making.
• Promote continuous improvement of services within the highway service.
• Work closely with colleagues across the highway service to align with council objectives.

Skills

Analytical skills

Data management

Job description

About the role

This is a really exciting time to join the Rochdale Highway Service to support our in-house highway operational delivery team. We provide a wide range of functions from gully emptying and pothole repairs through to other reactive repairs and out of hours call out. We also manage the winter maintenance service including gritting and snow clearance which is considered to be a much valued service by the Rochdale community and local ward councillors.

About you

To assist with the management and leadership of our in-house highway operational delivery team we are looking for an enthusiastic person to take up the role of Assistant Office Manager.

You will assist in the delivery of all support services, including, financial support; project and technical support and administration. You will also ensure appropriate levels of operational, technical and customer services are provided at all times.

You will have strong analytical skills and be responsible for collating and managing relevant data and promoting the continuous improvement of services.

You will work closely with collegues across the highway service to assist in ensuring that all highway related activity supports the aims and objectives of the service and the council as a whole.

About us

This role offers the chance to make a real impact while developing your skills in a supportive and forwardthinking Council. You will join a service that values collaboration and wellbeing, with opportunities for ongoing training and professional growth. The Council promotes flexible working, inclusivity and a strong commitment to staff wellbeing. You’ll be part of a team that works together to improve outcomes for local people.

The Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects staff to share this commitment.

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