Interim Head of Service (Asset Management and Building Safety)

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

Job summary

A local council in Yorkshire seeks an Interim Head of Service for Asset Management and Building Safety. This leadership role involves overseeing asset management, ensuring compliance with regulations, and engaging with stakeholders to provide safe and sustainable housing. The position is for a 3-6 month period, requiring on-site presence 2-3 days a week.

Qualifications

• Proven leadership in asset management and building safety.
• Knowledge of housing legislation, compliance, and Decent Homes Standards.
• Experience managing complex projects and large budgets.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Leadership

Project Management

Compliance Knowledge

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04.06.2025

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

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

This 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
• Oversee capital investment programmes and ensure regulatory compliance
• Develop and implement a 30-year Asset Management Strategy
• Engage tenants in service delivery
• Manage budgets, contracts, and procurement
• Advise senior leaders and elected officials
• Promote innovation, performance, and continuous improvement
• Lead a team across asset strategy, compliance, and capital delivery

What You’ll Bring:

• Proven leadership in asset management and building safety
• Knowledge of housing legislation, compliance, and Decent Homes 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, June 3rd.

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