Interim Head of Service (Asset Management and Building Safety)

JR United Kingdom; Chesterfield; On-site; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A Local Council in Yorkshire is seeking an Interim Head of Service for Asset Management and Building Safety. This pivotal role, based on-site 2-3 days per week, will lead strategic planning to ensure safe, compliant housing. You'll manage budgets, oversee capital investments, and enhance tenant engagement. If you have a strong background in local government and are passionate about sustainable housing, we invite you to apply via email with your CV and availability.

Qualifications

• Proven leadership in asset management and building safety.
• Strong knowledge of housing legislation and compliance standards.
• Experience managing complex projects and large budgets.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Leadership

Asset Management

Building Safety

Compliance

Project Management

Stakeholder Engagement

Innovation

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Posted:

04.06.2025

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19.07.2025

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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 while 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 will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of the council's housing stock, ensuring homes are safe, sustainable, and compliant with legislation.

You will lead strategic planning and delivery of asset management, building safety, and capital investment, ensuring standards like Decent Homes and Net Zero ambitions are met.

This high-impact leadership role involves 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 programmes and ensure safety compliance
• Develop and implement a 30-year Asset Management Strategy
• Ensure tenant engagement is central to service delivery
• Manage budgets, contracts, and procurement processes
• Provide expert advice to senior leaders and elected officials
• 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 knowledge of housing legislation, compliance, and standards
• Experience managing complex projects and large budgets
• Ability to influence senior stakeholders 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 on Tuesday 3rd June.

Note: Due to application volume, only successful candidates will be contacted. Please use the provided email for applications; we cannot respond to InMail messages regarding the role.