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Job Title: Programme Manager - Environment Services Transformation Employer: Halton Borough Council Initial Placement Length: To March 2026 Working Hours: 37 hours per week Location: Based in Halton (minimum of 2 days per week) About the Role Halton Borough Council is seeking an experienced Programme Manager to lead and coordinate the delivery of multiple Environment Services projects, including Waste Management and Green Spaces. These projects form part of a wider Council Change and Transformation Programme, focused on ensuring financial sustainability and responsible service delivery. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in shaping the future of Halton's environmental services. You will work closely with senior leaders, project officers, and stakeholders across the Environment & Regeneration Directorate and the wider Council to drive forward change and deliver measurable outcomes. Key Responsibilities As Programme Manager, you will: Develop and oversee detailed project plans, schedules, and deliverables. Coordinate and communicate effectively with stakeholders, team members, and external partners. Monitor and track progress, identifying potential issues or risks and developing mitigation strategies. Work closely with Financial Management colleagues to develop financial modelling and monitor progress against agreed trajectories. Lead and direct project officers and team members to ensure objectives are achieved on time and within budget. Build and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders, providing both support and constructive challenge where required. Produce clear and concise progress reports for a range of audiences, and present these at relevant meetings. Identify issues and proactively problem-solve in collaboration with senior leaders and officers. Report on project performance and outcomes in line with programme governance requirements. Ensure that project outputs meet agreed quality standards. Evaluate outcomes and provide recommendations to inform future projects within the ongoing programme. About You You will be an experienced Programme Manager with a strong background in delivering complex change programmes, ideally within environmental services. You will bring: Demonstrable experience in Waste Management, Green Spaces, or related Environment Services areas. Proven ability to plan, develop, and deliver programmes of work within defined timelines and budgets. Strong project and financial management skills. Experience in preparing high-quality reports and presentations for senior and board-level audiences. Proficiency in project management software, particularly MS Project. Excellent organisational, interpersonal, and facilitation skills. A collaborative, problem-solving approach and the ability to engage and influence at all levels. Connect2Halton is a trading style of Halton & Kent Commercial Services LLP- A joint venture between Halton Borough Council & Commercial Services Kent Ltd. Connect2Halton is an equal opportunities Employment Agency & Business. It positively encourages applications from all suitably qualified and eligible candidates.

Job Title: Programme Manager - Environment Services Transformation Employer: Halton Borough Council Initial Placement Length: To March 2026 Working Hours: 37 hours per week Location: Based in Halton (minimum of 2 days per week) About the Role Halton Borough Council is seeking an experienced Programme Manager to lead and coordinate the delivery of multiple Environment Services projects, including Waste Management and Green Spaces. These projects form part of a wider Council Change and Transformation Programme, focused on ensuring financial sustainability and responsible service delivery. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in shaping the future of Halton's environmental services. You will work closely with senior leaders, project officers, and stakeholders across the Environment & Regeneration Directorate and the wider Council to drive forward change and deliver measurable outcomes. Key Responsibilities As Programme Manager, you will: Develop and oversee detailed project plans, schedules, and deliverables. Coordinate and communicate effectively with stakeholders, team members, and external partners. Monitor and track progress, identifying potential issues or risks and developing mitigation strategies. Work closely with Financial Management colleagues to develop financial modelling and monitor progress against agreed trajectories. Lead and direct project officers and team members to ensure objectives are achieved on time and within budget. Build and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders, providing both support and constructive challenge where required. Produce clear and concise progress reports for a range of audiences, and present these at relevant meetings. Identify issues and proactively problem-solve in collaboration with senior leaders and officers. Report on project performance and outcomes in line with programme governance requirements. Ensure that project outputs meet agreed quality standards. Evaluate outcomes and provide recommendations to inform future projects within the ongoing programme. About You You will be an experienced Programme Manager with a strong background in delivering complex change programmes, ideally within environmental services. You will bring: Demonstrable experience in Waste Management, Green Spaces, or related Environment Services areas. Proven ability to plan, develop, and deliver programmes of work within defined timelines and budgets. Strong project and financial management skills. Experience in preparing high-quality reports and presentations for senior and board-level audiences. Proficiency in project management software, particularly MS Project. Excellent organisational, interpersonal, and facilitation skills. A collaborative, problem-solving approach and the ability to engage and influence at all levels. Connect2Halton is a trading style of Halton & Kent Commercial Services LLP- A joint venture between Halton Borough Council & Commercial Services Kent Ltd. Connect2Halton is an equal opportunities Employment Agency & Business. It positively encourages applications from all suitably qualified and eligible candidates.

Job Title: Project Manager - Environment Services Transformation Employer: Halton Borough Council Initial Placement Length: To 31st March 2026 Working Hours: 37 hours per week Location: Based in Halton (minimum of 2 days per week) About the Role Halton Borough Council is seeking an experienced Project Manager to support the delivery of multiple Environment Services projects, including Waste Management and Green Spaces. These projects form part of a wider Council Change and Transformation Programme, aimed at ensuring that the Council is financially responsible and sustainable. You will work closely with the Programme Manager and subject matter experts to develop and deliver a coherent programme of work. The role will also support the Environment & Regeneration Directorate in delivering change across multiple service areas, contributing to the Council's wider transformation agenda. Initial analysis has been completed, and a series of recommendations are currently being drawn up and will shortly need to be developed into a detailed plan. Key Duties Be responsible for maintaining project documentation, plans, and registers to enable effective monitoring of progress. Ensure that project activity supports the overall project direction and that milestones and outcomes are clearly achieved. Verify and analyse sensitive and confidential data (including staffing, financial, performance, and operational data), ensuring compliance with organisational and statutory data handling requirements and maintaining confidentiality at all times. Identify and manage project risks, supporting operational services to develop mitigating measures, document and communicate decisions and actions, and report or escalate where appropriate. Implement effective benefit tracking to ensure that project benefits are captured, liaising with relevant stakeholders (HR, Finance, Operational Services, etc.) as appropriate. Contribute to both corporate and project-specific communications, ensuring that key milestones and changes are reflected in the Communications Plan, and that communication with staff, management, Members, the public, and partners is appropriate and timely. Support the re-profiling of budgets at project conclusion, ensuring that savings are realised and that residual service budgets are aligned to post-project business needs. About You You will be an experienced Project Manager, ideally with experience and expertise within an environmental services field such as Waste Management or Green Spaces. You will bring: Proven formal relationship and stakeholder management skills. Proven experience in risk management approaches. Evidence of working collaboratively on projects within multi-disciplinary teams. Good negotiation and problem-solving skills. Strong written and verbal presentation skills. Resilience and an ability to adapt to change. Connect2Halton is a trading style of Halton & Kent Commercial Services LLP- A joint venture between Halton Borough Council & Commercial Services Kent Ltd. Connect2Halton is an equal opportunities Employment Agency & Business. It positively encourages applications from all suitably qualified and eligible candidates.

Connect2Halton is currently recruiting for an experienced Qualified Social Worker to join the Duty and Assessment Team within Halton Council. This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a fast-paced, supportive team environment where your skills and experience will make a real difference in the lives of children and families. Responsibilities: Undertake assessments of children in need and those at risk of harm. Work collaboratively with families, partner agencies, and professionals to ensure the safety and well-being of children. Manage a caseload of children and families, ensuring timely and effective interventions. Prepare clear and concise reports for a variety of audiences including court. Qualifications & Experience: Social Work England registration. Experience within Duty and Assessment or similar. Ability to work under pressure and manage caseloads. Assessment and analytical skills. 3 years perm experience. Connect2Halton is a trading style of Halton & Kent Commercial Services LLP- A joint venture between Halton Borough Council & Commercial Services Kent Ltd. Connect2Halton is an equal opportunities Employment Agency & Business. It positively encourages applications from all suitably qualified and eligible candidates.