Interim Head of Service (Asset Management and Building Safety)

JR United Kingdom; Brighton; On-site; GBP 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading local council is seeking an Interim Head of Service for Asset Management and Building Safety in Brighton. This pivotal leadership role requires expertise in asset management, compliance with building safety legislation, and a strong commitment to delivering safe, sustainable homes. The position requires candidates to have local government experience and the ability to manage significant budgets and teams effectively.

Qualifications

• Proven leadership in asset management and building safety.
• Strong understanding of housing legislation and Decent Homes Standards.
• Experience managing complex capital projects and large budgets.

Responsibilities

• Lead strategic asset management and building safety functions for council housing.
• Oversee capital investment programs and ensure safety regulation compliance.
• Develop and implement a 30-year Asset Management Strategy.

Skills

Leadership

Asset Management

Building Safety

Housing Legislation

Compliance

Education

Local Government/Housing experience

Job description

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Interim Head of Service (Asset Management and Building Safety), Brighton

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Location: Brighton, United Kingdom

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Posted:

04.06.2025

Expiry Date:

19.07.2025

Job Description:

We are currently looking for an Interim Head of Service (Asset Management and Building Safety) to join a Local Council in Yorkshire as soon as possible for a 3-6 month period whilst they recruit for the permanent post.

This role falls inside IR35 and requires on-site presence 2-3 days per week.

As Head of Service – Asset Management & Building Safety, you’ll play a pivotal role in shaping the future of the council's housing stock, ensuring homes are safe, sustainable, and fit for the future.

You will lead strategic planning and delivery of asset management, building safety, and capital investment across the housing stock. You’ll ensure compliance with Decent Homes Standards, building safety legislation, and support Net Zero ambitions.

This is a leadership role working closely with elected members, tenants, contractors, and internal teams to deliver safe, warm, and sustainable homes.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead strategic asset management and building safety functions for council housing
• Oversee capital investment programs and ensure safety regulation compliance
• Develop and implement a 30-year Asset Management Strategy
• Engage tenants in service delivery
• Manage large budgets, contracts, and procurement
• Advise senior leaders and elected members
• Drive innovation, performance, and continuous improvement
• Lead a high-performing team across asset strategy, compliance, and capital delivery

What You’ll Bring:

• Proven leadership in asset management and building safety
• Strong understanding of housing legislation, compliance, and Decent Homes Standards
• Experience managing complex capital projects and large budgets
• Ability to influence senior levels and lead multidisciplinary teams
• Passion for delivering safe, sustainable housing and excellent tenant outcomes

Must have Local Government/Housing experience.

If interested, please send your latest CV, availability to start, and day rate (inside IR35) to [emailprotected] by 9am Tuesday, June 3rd.

Note: Due to high application volume, only successful candidates will be contacted. We cannot respond to InMail inquiries regarding this role. Please use the email address provided when applying.