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Are you passionate about using data to improve services and support better decision-making? We are looking for a talented and analytical Business Intelligence and Performance Officer to join the Communities & Homes team within a Warwickshire Local Authority, turning data into meaningful insights that drive improvement for residents. Working across housing, assets, repairs, compliance and tenant services, you will provide high-quality business intelligence, performance analysis and reporting support to managers, senior leaders and elected members. You will develop and maintain dashboards, performance reports and automated data solutions, helping services understand performance, identify opportunities and make evidence-based decisions. You will play a key role in ensuring accurate regulatory and statutory reporting, including supporting Tenant Satisfaction Measures (TSMs), housing compliance reporting and assurance activities. You will also help maintain strong data quality standards, investigate data issues and work with teams to improve the accuracy and value of our information. As a specialist in performance reporting and housing systems data, you will support the continued development of reporting solutions across systems including Civica CX, Tech Forge, Totalmobile and other corporate applications. You will work with colleagues across the organisation to improve processes, support transformation projects and maximise the value of our technology and data. We are looking for someone with experience in business intelligence, performance management or data analysis, with strong skills in Power BI, Excel, reporting and data visualisation. You will have excellent analytical and communication skills, with the ability to translate complex information into clear insights for a range of audiences. How to Apply If you are interested in this role and meet the criteria above, please send us your application today. If you do not hear from us within 2 working days of applying, your application has been unsuccessful. If you feel that this job matches your skills but not the rate, location, or seniority, please feel free to send us your CV anyway. We constantly recruit for similar roles across all levels, UK-wide, and would be pleased to speak with you confidentially about your employment status. Even if you're currently satisfied in your role, we welcome calls from public sector professionals looking to make future connections. Our specialist team at Carrington West has over 100 years of combined experience in this market. For more information, call Cheryl at Carrington West on (phone number removed). By applying for this position, you agree for Carrington West to hold and process your personal data in accordance with our Data Protection Policy. Your data will only be shared with third-party clients for roles relevant to your application. You may withdraw consent at any time by contacting us.

Senior Town Planner Edinburgh Carrington West are currently working with a well-established planning consultancy who are looking to appoint an experienced Senior Town Planner to join their Edinburgh team. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated planner to work across a varied portfolio of projects, providing planning advice and supporting clients through the planning process. The ideal candidate will have: MRTPI or working towards chartership Strong experience within town planning Excellent knowledge of the Scottish planning system Strong communication and client management skills The ability to manage projects from inception through to delivery What's on offer: Competitive salary and benefits package Flexible and hybrid working Professional development and career progression Support towards chartership and continued professional development A collaborative, friendly working environment Varied and interesting project work If you are looking for your next move within town planning and keen to have a confidential chat please reach out to Tullula on (url removed) / (phone number removed).

Principal Planning Officer (Strategic Sites) Hertfordshire £63p/h INSIDE IR35 Do you want to work for a highly motivated local authority planning team who consistently delivers a high level of service? You will be mainly working from home, with the exception of site visits and key meetings. The office location can be discussed upon application to the role. This newly created role is because of an increase in workload due to continued development in the local area. The local authority is looking to bring in an experienced planner that can hit the ground running with minimal supervision. You will be required to work both individually and as part of a team to continue the high level of service that the local authority operate to currently To be successful in this position you MUST HAVE: Be comfortable working from home due to the nature of the role Please note this role would suit an experienced principal planning officer Role & Responsibilities: Dealing with major/complex developments proposal including PPA's Comfortable dealing with dwellings of over 100 or larger commercial applications On offer is an hourly rate of up to £65p/h for the right candidate. This role will move quickly and is unique opportunity to join a growing local authority. To avoid missing out please apply today with a copy of your CV then call Liam Shea on (phone number removed) If you are a Town Planner who is interested in job opportunities but this role is not of interest, please still apply then we can consider you for other positions.

Licensing and Parking Manager As the Licensing and Parking Manager you will be responsible for taking the lead in delivering service improvements, enhance professional standards, consistency, and customer outcomes across Regulation and Safety having regard to the Council's Corporate Strategy, other corporate objectives, key performance standards and the Councils statutory duties. This role requires an office presence 1-2 days per week. Key Responsibilities: Provide direction to the functions and staff within the Licensing, Parking and Regulation and Safety area and ensure that the teams contribute to their full potential in the delivery on the Councils priorities. Lead and deliver effective systems, enforcement practices and policies across Licensing, Parking and Regulation and Safety and other partnerships. Investigation of complaints, service requests and other licensing and parking matters as required by the Chief Officer. Undertaking of a variety of inspections and surveys. Represent the licensing authority in relevant court cases, managing the preparation of cases for appeals against licensing decisions. Experience Required: Experience within parking or licensing management Experience managing a team within a local authority setting Experience of working in a team and dealing with the public and business. Ability to use information technology including word processing, database, outlook, and PowerPoint. FOOTNOTE: If you feel that you are right for this role technically, but the rate, location, or seniority does not suit you specifically, please still feel free to send us your CV. We constantly recruit for similar roles at all levels across the UK. We are always keen to chat with you discreetly about your employment situation. Even if you are happy in your current role for now, we always welcome calls from professionals looking to explore future opportunities. Our specialist team has over 40 years of combined experience in this market. Please contact Leah Kimber at Carrington West on (phone number removed) for more information. By applying for this position, you are agreeing for Carrington West to hold and process your personal data in accordance with our Data Protection Policy. Your data will be shared with third-party clients specifically relevant to any roles you have applied for. If at any stage, you wish to withdraw your consent, please email (url removed).

Role: Electrical Project Engineer Location: North Wales (Regional Role) Rate: Up to £450 p/d (DOE) - CIS or LTD Duration: 12 months+/Ongoing Sector: Wastewater Are you a Project Engineer or with experience in the water/Wastewater sector? Do you want to join a market leading business who encourage high work load and opportunities to think differently? My client is a Contractor looking to strengthen their delivery team for the AMP8 funding cycle on their large framework portfolio on behalf of Welsh Water The successful Project Engineer's will work with the project managers and construction teams, as well as the sub contractors to ensure the successful on site delivery of complex Non-Infrastructure projects in the water sector. The projects are attached to Wastewater schemes, overseeing packages of work with the aim of improving the quality of discharged Wastewater on sites in the North Wales region. Due to the complexities involved, you MUST have experience as a Project Engineer in the UK Water Sector, we can consider from a client side or contractor background providing you've worked with projects attached to UK Water Authorities. Key requirements for the role are for individuals to have experience across delivery and the back end of the process, packaging the works, liaising with procurement, stakeholders and sub-contractors. A degree of design experience is needed for this role, enough to be able to discuss and kick back to the design partners in the joint venture, but this role is not to be doing detailed design in any capacity. Responsibilities include: Outline engineering from inception to completion of schemes utilising in-house resources, site installation and construction personnel The timely completion of multiple concurrent projects, safely and within budget Liaise with client's engineering and operations staff to ensure KPI's are met or exceeded within budget constraints Attend internal and external review and progress meetings Attend site visits/meetings. Ascertain preliminary and detailed design/project requirements and solutions Prepare estimates and quotations Complete contract documentation Manage site safety, health and environmental issues Co-ordinate and liaise with suppliers, specialist sub-contractors, in-house functions, site installations and construction teams Procurement of plant, materials and specialist subcontractors. Attend/undertake factory site and works testing, commissioning and client training Compile and collate final contract documentation, "As built" drawings, test sheets etc. for inclusion into operation and maintenance manuals Overall responsibility for Profit/Loss on contracts undertaken Establishing and agreeing price variations and final accounts If interested, please apply with your updated CV and we will be in touch if successful. Or call Sam on (phone number removed) By applying for this position, you are agreeing for Carrington West to hold and process your personal data in accordance to our Data Protection Policy. Your data will be shared with third party clients specifically relevant to any roles you have applied for. If at any stage, you with to withdraw your consent please contact us.

We are currently looking for an experienced Procurement and Contract Management Manager to join a busy corporate procurement function. This Procurement and Contract Management Manager role will have a particular focus on supporting Housing Services, leading complex procurement exercises and ensuring compliance with public sector procurement legislation. The successful candidate will lead end-to-end procurement activity, from sourcing strategy and market engagement through to tendering, contract award and contract management. This Procurement and Contract Management Manager position would suit someone with significant public sector procurement experience and a strong understanding of current procurement legislation and governance requirements. The Role - Leading procurement and contract management activity, with a primary focus on Housing Services. - Managing end-to-end procurement exercises from sourcing strategy through to contract award. - Providing procurement advice and guidance on tendering, contract management and procurement strategy. - Managing tender documentation, procurement notices and procurement governance requirements. - Undertaking supplier due diligence and market engagement activities. - Managing procurement activity through the Proactis system. - Reviewing tender documentation to ensure compliance with procurement legislation and council regulations. - Supporting the development and implementation of procurement and commercial strategies. - Managing procurement projects and strategic sourcing initiatives. - Working with senior stakeholders, commissioners and external partners to deliver procurement objectives. Key Requirements - Significant experience working within public sector procurement and contract management. - Extensive knowledge of the Procurement Act, Public Contracts Regulations 2015 (PCR 2015) and Provider Selection Regime (PSR). - Experience managing complex end-to-end procurement and tendering exercises. - Experience drafting procurement documentation and managing procurement notices. - Experience developing sourcing strategies and undertaking supplier due diligence. - Experience using Proactis or similar e-procurement systems. - Experience managing procurement governance and compliance requirements. - Experience working closely with Housing Services or housing-related procurements would be advantageous. What You Need to Do Now If you are interested in this Procurement and Contract Management Manager role and meet the criteria above, please click APPLY NOW and send us your CV. If you do not hear from us within 48 hours, unfortunately your application has not been successful on this occasion. Footnote If you feel that this Procurement and Contract Management Manager job matches your skills but not the rate, location or seniority, please feel free to send us your CV anyway. We regularly recruit for Procurement Managers, Commercial Managers, Category Managers and Contract Management roles across the UK and would be pleased to speak with you confidentially. Even if you are currently satisfied in your role, we welcome calls from procurement professionals looking to build future connections. For more information, call Zubair at Carrington West on (phone number removed). By applying for this position, you agree for Carrington West to hold and process your personal data in accordance with our Data Protection Policy. Your data will only be shared with third-party clients for roles relevant to your application. You may withdraw consent at any time by contacting us.

Supervisor - Water Mains Laying Location: North London Rate: £250-£300 per day, dependend on experience. Contract Type: Contract, CIS Carrington West is recruiting for experienced Mains-Laying Supervisors to support a busy water infrastructure programme across North London. The successful Supervisor will be responsible for overseeing approximately three operational teams, ensuring works are delivered safely, efficiently and to programme. The Role Responsibilities will include: Supervising approximately three mains-laying teams Coordinating daily site activities and resources Monitoring progress against programme Ensuring works are completed safely and to the required quality standards Conducting site briefings and monitoring safe working practices Supporting the Area Manager / Site Agent with operational delivery Resolving day-to-day site issues Coordinating with site teams, subcontractors and management About You Previous water mains-laying experience is preferred. Candidates from a gas mains-laying background will also be considered where they have relevant utility construction and team supervision experience. You should have: Water or gas mains-laying experience Previous supervisory experience within utilities or infrastructure Experience managing multiple operational teams Strong health and safety awareness Good communication and organisational skills Ability to manage a busy workload across multiple sites This is a long-term contract opportunity. Apply with your latest CV or contact Mario at Carrington West for further information.

Carrington West are assisting their local authority client based in the North West of England in the search for a Senior Development Management Planning Officer to join their Town Planning department on an initial 3 month contract. In this role you be required to assist with householder and minor planning applications and related lawful development certificates. You will play a key role in also supporting the Planning Enforcement team and the writing of appeal statements. For suitably qualified candidates, this role can be offered on a remote basis. The successful candidate should be experienced in complex casework and able to give advice and guidance on a broad range of cases and topics. It would be beneficial to hold a Post-graduate degree in planning, regeneration or a related discipline, and have the eligibility for membership of RTPI. The council are looking for candidates who will be able to hit the ground running and are offering a hybrid working basis. Carrington West Pay Rate - £40-45per/hour (Negotiable depending on experience) Job Ref - 69380 Please call Cameron de Wit on (phone number removed) for a confidential discussion on this role, or email myself or our planning team if you are short of time to chat: (url removed) (url removed) Carrington West's dedicated Town Planning Recruitment Team supply clients UK wide on both a permanent and contract basis and all levels of seniority. If this role is too senior, too junior or in a location that is unsuitable, but you are keen on options, please still feel free to apply and we can discuss other, often unadvertised roles with you.

Supervisor - Water Mains Laying Location: South London Rate: £250-£300 per day, Dependend on experience. Contract Type: Contract, CIS Carrington West is recruiting for experienced Mains-Laying Supervisors to support a busy water infrastructure programme across South London. You will be responsible for overseeing approximately three operational teams, coordinating day-to-day delivery and ensuring works are completed safely, efficiently and in line with programme requirements. The Role Key responsibilities will include: Supervising approximately three mains-laying teams Coordinating daily site activities, labour and resources Monitoring works and progress against programme Maintaining health, safety and quality standards Supporting the Area Manager / Site Agent with delivery Conducting site briefings and monitoring safe working practices Resolving day-to-day operational issues Liaising with site teams, subcontractors and management About You Ideally, you will have previous experience supervising water mains-laying works. Candidates from a gas mains-laying background will also be considered, where they have relevant experience supervising utility works and operational teams. You should have: Water or gas mains-laying experience Previous experience supervising utility teams Experience managing multiple gangs or operational teams Strong health and safety knowledge Good organisational and communication skills Ability to coordinate works across multiple sites This is a long-term contract opportunity. Apply with your latest CV or contact Mario at Carrington West for further information.

Carrington West are assisting their local authority client based in Essex in the search for a Principal Planning Officer to join their Development Management team in the Town Planning department on an initial 3 month contract. This role requires a planning professional who has previous experience of working on major planning applications and who can manage a varied workload. Key Accountabilities: Manage a broad range of more complex cases and pre-applications with particular emphasis on larger developments including negotiating S106 agreements, Planning Performance Agreements (PPAs) and providing resilience and flexibility within the service. Manage complex and/or contentious planning applications, processes and compliance, regulations and legislation, acting as the single point of contact for customers on those cases and attending appeals hearings and public inquiries as appropriate. The successful candidate should be experienced in complex casework and able to give advice and guidance on a broad range of cases and topics. It would be beneficial to hold a Post-graduate degree in planning, regeneration or a related discipline, and have the eligibility for membership of RTPI. The council are looking for candidates who will be able to hit the ground running and are offering a hybrid working basis. Carrington West Pay Rate - £60per/hour (Negotiable depending on experience) Job Ref - 69354 Please call Cameron de Wit on (phone number removed) for a confidential discussion on this role, or email myself or our planning team if you are short of time to chat: (url removed) (url removed) Carrington West's dedicated Town Planning Recruitment Team supply clients UK wide on both a permanent and contract basis and all levels of seniority. If this role is too senior, too junior or in a location that is unsuitable, but you are keen on options, please still feel free to apply and we can discuss other, often unadvertised roles with you.

Carrington West are assisting their local authority client based in the East of England in their search for a Principal Planning Enforcement Officer to join their town planning department. This will be offered on an initial 3-6 month contractwith the potential to extend. We are looking for an experienced Enforcement professional with recent local authority experience and the ability to manage a backlog of enforcement cases as well as new cases. You will be expected to manage a caseload of alleged planning breaches - from investigation and site visits to negotiation and resolution, assist with team advice and prepare notices. To apply for this role, it is essential that you have worked as an Enforcement Officer in a local authority planning department. The successful candidates must have good fundamental and technical knowledge and understanding of all relevant planning legislation and policies. Our client is willing to offer a flexible working situation, with an expectation of site visits being required on a weekly basis. It would be beneficial to hold a RTPI accredited Planning Degree or equivalent Planning qualification and/or have experience in a similar position. Interviews are due to take place imminently, if this post is of interest, please do get in touch today Carrington West Pay Rate - £55per/hour (Negotiable subject to experience) Job Ref - 69270 Please call Cameron de Wit on (phone number removed) for a confidential discussion on this role, or email myself or our planning team if you are short of time to chat: (url removed) (url removed) Carrington West's dedicated Town Planning Recruitment Team supply clients UK wide on both a permanent and contract basis and all levels of seniority. If this role is too senior, too junior or in a location that is unsuitable, but you are keen on options, please still feel free to apply and we can discuss other, often unadvertised roles with you.

Carrington West are assisting their local authority client in the search for a Planning Policy Manager to join their Town Planning department on an initial 6-month contract. We are looking for a Policy Manager to provide strategic leadership and direction for Strategic Planning and Strategic Transportation Services, in pursuing the corporate vision of the Council and in responding positively to opportunities for change and innovation in the delivery of services. The candidate will provide leadership across the following, Local Plan, Place and Design, and Cross Border planning team. We are looking for a confident and experienced Planning Policy Manager to support the council and senior leadership team in the development of a new local plan. We are looking for candidates with both technical and management experience, to lead, coordinate and prepare the team through the next stages of their local plan. The council are currently preparing for submission and are looking for additional support to help lead through the consultation phase. Interviews are due to take place imminently, if this post is of interest, please do get in touch at your earliest convenience to discuss.It would be beneficial to hold a Post-graduate degree in planning, regeneration or a related discipline, and have the eligibility for membership of RTPI. The council are looking for candidates who will be able to hit the ground running and are offering hybrid working arrangements. Carrington West Pay Rate - £550per/day (Negotiable depending on experience) Job Ref - 69517 Please call Cameron de Wit on (phone number removed) for a confidential discussion on this role, or email myself or our planning team if you are short of time to chat: (url removed) (url removed) Carrington West's dedicated Town Planning Recruitment Team supply clients UK wide on both a permanent and contract basis and all levels of seniority. If this role is too senior, too junior or in a location that is unsuitable, but you are keen on options, please still feel free to apply and we can discuss other, often unadvertised roles with you.

Carrington West are assisting a local authority client in the search for a CIL Officer on an initial 6-month contract (with the potential to extend). This role will focus on the administration, monitoring and collection of Community Infrastructure Levy (CIL) and wider developer contributions. Candidates must have a good understanding of the CIL regulations and ability to undertake tasks such as the measuring of plans. It would be beneficial for the post holder to have a relevant qualification or equivalent experience in planning or infrastructure, alongside a good understanding of the UK planning system. The council are looking for someone who can hit the ground running, with previous experience working within a local authority planning environment. Carrington West Pay Rate - £40per hour (Subject to experience) Job Ref - 69518 Please call Cameron de Wit on (phone number removed) for a confidential discussion on this role, or email myself or our planning team if you are short of time to chat: (url removed) (url removed) Carrington West's dedicated Town Planning Recruitment Team supply clients UK wide on both a permanent and contract basis and at all levels of seniority. If this role is too senior, too junior or in a location that is unsuitable, but you are keen on options, please still feel free to apply and we can discuss other, often unadvertised roles with you.

Town Planning consultant - Sheffield (Hybrid Working) Are you an ambitious Town Planner or Senior Town Planner looking to take the next step in your career? We're working with a highly respected planning and development consultancy to recruit a talented Town Planner to join its growing Sheffield team. This is an excellent opportunity to work on a diverse portfolio of projects while benefiting from a supportive, collaborative culture and genuine career progression. As a Town Planner, you'll play a key role in delivering planning advice across a wide range of residential, commercial, mixed-use, regeneration, and strategic development projects. You'll work closely with experienced planning professionals, developers, landowners, and multidisciplinary teams to help shape successful developments from inception through to delivery. The business has built a strong reputation for providing commercially focused planning advice and prides itself on delivering high-quality outcomes for clients across both the public and private sectors. The Role As the successful Town Planner or Senior Town Planner, your responsibilities will include: Preparing and managing planning applications and appeals. Producing planning appraisals, reports, and supporting documentation. Providing planning advice to clients throughout the development process. Liaising with local planning authorities, consultees, and key stakeholders. Supporting project delivery across a varied and exciting portfolio. Building and maintaining strong client relationships. About You We're keen to hear from candidates who have: A degree in Town Planning or a related RTPI accredited discipline. MRTPI membership or progress towards chartership. Previous experience within a planning consultancy, local authority, or developer environment. Strong report writing and organisational abilities. A proactive approach with the confidence to manage multiple projects. What's on Offer Competitive salary, dependent on experience. Hybrid working - 3 days per week in the Sheffield office. Flexible and supportive working environment. Excellent opportunities for professional development and career progression. Exposure to high-profile and varied planning projects. Ongoing training and support towards continued professional development. Generous holiday allowance and additional benefits package. If you're a motivated Town Planner or Senior Town Planner looking to join a forward-thinking consultancy where your career can flourish, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today to find out more about this exciting opportunity in Sheffield. (phone number removed) or (url removed) Reference - 69353

Senior Local Taxation Officer Milton Keynes Hybrid / Remote Working Available Rate: £40 per hour IR35 Status: Inside IR35 Initial Contract Length: 3 months Start Date: ASAP Working Hours: Full-time hours Role Summary The successful candidate will provide specialist technical knowledge across Council Tax, Business Rates and Business Improvement District (BID) levies, supporting billing, collection, recovery and enforcement activities. The role will involve providing expert advice, managing complex cases and contributing to service improvements that enhance customer experience and operational performance. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced revenues professional to join a busy team and play a key role in ensuring accurate and effective local taxation services. What You Will Do As A Senior Local Taxation Officer - Provide expert advice and guidance on Council Tax, Business Rates and BID regulations. - Support the billing, collection, monitoring, recovery and enforcement of local taxation accounts. - Undertake administrative and financial tasks using relevant revenues systems to ensure accurate processing and account management. - Assist with annual billing and year-end processes, ensuring deadlines and statutory requirements are met. - Review discounts, exemptions and reliefs, undertaking analytical and investigative work to maximise income collection. - Manage complex enquiries, complaints and customer cases relating to billing and collection activities. - Prepare information and represent the service at Valuation Tribunal hearings where required. - Support recovery proceedings, including preparing cases and attending court where necessary. - Produce management information, reports and support the completion of statutory returns. - Review and improve online customer services, webpages and digital processes to enhance customer experience. - Communicate complex taxation information clearly to customers, stakeholders and internal teams. What You Will Need As A Senior Local Taxation Officer - Strong experience working within a Revenues, Local Taxation or Council Tax environment. - Detailed knowledge of Council Tax, Business Rates and BID legislation, regulations and processes. - Experience managing complex taxation enquiries, investigations and recovery cases. - Ability to interpret legislation and provide clear technical advice to a range of stakeholders. - Strong analytical skills with the ability to review information, identify issues and deliver solutions. - Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain complex information clearly. - Experience using revenues systems and producing accurate reports and management information. - Ability to work independently, prioritise workloads and meet deadlines. What's On Offer - Competitive rate of £40 per hour - Initial 3-month contract with potential extension - Inside IR35 engagement via umbrella - Opportunity to work within a specialist revenues function supporting local taxation services - A varied role combining technical expertise, customer service and process improvement Application for Senior Local Taxation Officer Apply today or contact our recruitment consultant to discuss this Senior Local Taxation Officer opportunity.

Senior Civil Engineer Location : Waterloo, London (Hybrid - minimum 3 days per week in the office) Rate : £40-£50 per hour Contract Length : Initial 3 months IR35 Status : Outside IR35 Are you a Senior Civil Engineer with strong drainage and infrastructure design experience looking for your next opportunity in London? We are looking for an experienced Senior Civil Engineer to join a growing team based in Waterloo. The preference is to appoint someone on a permanent basis, although the right contract candidate will also be considered. For contractors, the role will initially be offered on a 3-month basis, outside IR35, with a minimum requirement of three days per week in the Waterloo office. The role will suit an experienced civil engineer with a strong background in drainage design who is comfortable taking ownership of technical designs, Flood Risk Assessments and Drainage Strategy reports, as well as managing approvals and liaising directly with statutory authorities. Key Responsibilities Lead and deliver civil engineering and drainage designs for development projects. Produce surface water and foul drainage designs and calculations. Prepare Flood Risk Assessments (FRAs) and Drainage Strategy reports. Develop and coordinate designs using AutoCAD and Civil 3D. Undertake drainage modelling using Causeway FLOW. Use SmartTools as part of the drainage and infrastructure design process. Manage technical submissions and approvals with statutory authorities. Liaise directly with water companies, local authorities and other relevant stakeholders. Manage and support applications and agreements including Section 104, Section 106 and Section 185. Coordinate civil engineering designs with other disciplines and external consultants. Review designs and ensure compliance with relevant UK standards and project requirements. Provide technical input and support to other members of the project team. About You Strong experience within civil engineering and infrastructure design. Excellent drainage design experience, including foul and surface water networks. Proficient in AutoCAD and Civil 3D. Experience using Causeway FLOW and SmartTools. Proven experience preparing Flood Risk Assessments and Drainage Strategy reports. Strong experience dealing directly with statutory authorities and approval bodies. Good working knowledge of S104, S106 and S185 agreements and approval processes. Able to independently manage and deliver civil engineering design packages. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Highways design experience would be advantageous but is not essential. Degree qualified in Civil Engineering or a closely related discipline would be preferred. Footnote If you feel that you are right for this role technically, but the rate, location, or seniority does not suit you specifically, then please still feel free to send us your CV. We constantly recruit for roles very similar to this one at all levels UK Wide. We are always keen to chat with you discreetly about your employment situation. Even if you are happy in your current role for now, we always welcome calls from Highways, Infrastructure & Transportation professionals keen to make their introductions for future months or years. Carrington West's Highways, Transport & Infrastructure division is the fastest growing in the country, and our specialist team has a combined over 100+ years' experience in this market. Please call James Gillespie at Carrington West on (phone number removed) for more information. By applying for this position, you are agreeing for Carrington West to hold and process your personal data in accordance with our Data Protection Policy. Your data will be shared with third-party clients specifically relevant to any roles you have applied for.

ASB Team Leader London Hybrid / Field Based Rate: £450.02 per day IR35 Status: Inside IR35 Initial Contract Length: 3 months Start Date: ASAP Working Hours: Full-time hours (37) Role Summary The successful candidate will be responsible for managing a team of ASB Complex Case Officers, ensuring high-quality case management, robust enforcement activity and effective partnership working to reduce and prevent anti-social behaviour. This role requires an experienced ASB professional who can provide leadership, drive performance and work collaboratively with internal teams, statutory partners and community organisations to deliver positive outcomes. What You Will Do As An ASB Team Leader - Lead and manage a team of ASB Complex Case Officers, ensuring effective delivery of complex ASB case management. - Provide operational leadership, guidance and support to officers managing challenging and high-risk cases. - Coordinate partnership working with agencies including police, probation, health services, fire services, community groups and other stakeholders. - Support the delivery of effective problem-solving approaches to prevent and reduce anti-social behaviour. - Oversee investigations, ensuring cases are managed appropriately, evidence is gathered and enforcement action is progressed where required. - Provide advice and support on legal interventions, including actions under ASB legislation and associated housing legislation. - Support court proceedings by assisting with case preparation, evidence gathering, statements and attendance as a witness when required. What You Will Need As An ASB Team Leader - Proven experience leading or managing complex ASB, enforcement or community safety casework. - Strong knowledge of ASB legislation, statutory duties, enforcement processes and best practice approaches. - Experience managing complex investigations and preparing cases for formal enforcement action. - Experience working with multi-agency partnerships to achieve positive outcomes. - Excellent communication, negotiation and problem-solving skills with the ability to engage with a range of stakeholders. - Ability to manage and motivate a team, driving performance and maintaining high service standards. - Experience representing an organisation in court or providing evidence as a witness is desirable. - Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle for site visits. What's On Offer - Competitive day rate of £450.02 per day - Initial 3-month contract with potential extension - Inside IR35 engagement via umbrella - Opportunity to lead a specialist ASB service and manage complex community safety cases - A varied role involving leadership, enforcement, partnership working and service improvement Application for ASB Team Leader Apply today or contact our recruitment consultant to discuss this ASB Team Leader opportunity.

Neighbourhood Housing Officer Northamptonshire Field Based Rate: £32.10 per hour IR35 Status: Inside IR35 Initial Contract Length: 3 months Start Date: ASAP Working Hours: Full-time hours (37 Hours) Role Summary Reporting to the Housing Manager, you will deliver a high-quality, customer-focused housing management service to tenants and leaseholders. The role will involve managing a varied caseload covering tenancy management, rent arrears, anti-social behaviour, estate management, customer engagement and supporting residents to sustain their tenancies. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced housing professional to make a positive impact within local communities while supporting the delivery of effective neighbourhood services. What You Will Do As A Neighbourhood Housing Officer - Deliver a proactive tenancy management service, providing advice, guidance and support to tenants and leaseholders. - Carry out home visits, tenancy reviews, property inspections and tenancy-related assessments. - Manage tenancy changes, mutual exchanges, property alterations and other housing-related applications. - Investigate and manage anti-social behaviour cases, tenancy breaches and customer concerns, taking appropriate action where required. - Support residents experiencing financial difficulties through effective rent arrears management, repayment plans and referrals to support services. - Undertake estate inspections, identify issues and work with residents and partner agencies to improve neighbourhoods. - Support empty property processes including advertising, viewings, sign-ups and customer welcome meetings. What You Will Need As A Neighbourhood Housing Officer - Previous experience working in a similar housing management role within a local authority or housing provider environment. - Strong knowledge of tenancy management, housing legislation, regulation and possession processes. - Experience managing cases involving vulnerable residents, complex needs and challenging behaviour. - Excellent communication, negotiation and problem-solving skills. - Ability to manage your own workload effectively and work to deadlines and performance targets. - Full driving licence and access to a vehicle for work purposes. What's On Offer - £32.10 per hour contract rate - Initial 3-month contract with potential extension - Opportunity to support frontline housing services within a local authority setting - A varied role working directly with tenants, communities and partner organisations Application for Neighbourhood Housing Officer Apply today or contact our recruitment consultant to discuss this Neighbourhood Housing Officer opportunity.

We are looking for an experienced Homelessness Strategic Lead to provide senior leadership across homelessness and rough sleeping services. This is a Head of Service-level position, with responsibility for service performance, financial sustainability, improvement and the delivery of effective outcomes for residents. The Role Provide strategic leadership of Homelessness, Rough Sleeping and Supported Accommodation services. Lead service performance, financial management, value for money and continuous improvement. Develop and deliver innovative approaches to homelessness prevention and rough sleeping. Lead and manage people, budgets and resources across the service. Work alongside other Strategic Leads covering Reporting & Assurance, Lettings & Housing Register and Temporary/Private Rented Accommodation. Drive service improvement and ensure effective governance and performance oversight. Work closely with Elected Members, senior leadership and external partners. Develop strong partnerships across local government, housing and the wider homelessness sector. Report directly to the Director of Housing Options and Homelessness. Key Requirements Significant senior management experience within Homelessness and Housing Needs, operating at Head of Service or equivalent level. Strong knowledge of homelessness and rough sleeping services within a local authority environment. Experience leading large and complex housing services, including people, budgets and resources. Track record of improving service performance and delivering sustainable service improvement. Experience managing financial pressures and delivering value for money. Experience working with Elected Members, Directors and senior stakeholders. Strong understanding of partnership working across local government and the homelessness sector. What You Need to Do Now If you are interested in this Strategic Lead - Homelessness, Rough Sleeping & Supported Accommodation role and meet the criteria above, please click APPLY NOW and send us your application today. If you do not hear from us within 48 hours of applying, your application has been unsuccessful. Footnote If you feel that this job matches your skills but not the rate, location or seniority, please feel free to send us your CV anyway. We regularly recruit for Heads of Housing Needs, Homelessness Service Managers, Housing Options Managers and Temporary Accommodation Managers across the UK and would be pleased to speak with you confidentially. Even if you are currently satisfied in your role, we welcome calls from housing needs and homelessness professionals looking to build future connections. For more information, call Zubair at Carrington West on (phone number removed). By applying for this position, you agree for Carrington West to hold and process your personal data in accordance with our Data Protection Policy. Your data will only be shared with third-party clients for roles relevant to your application. You may withdraw consent at any time by contacting us.

Carrington West are assisting their local authority client based in the North of England in the search for a Principal Planning Officer to join their Development Management team on an initial 3 month contract (Extensions likely). We have an exciting opportunity for a motivated planning professional who can demonstrate the qualities to hit the ground running and successfully manage a caseload of multiple large scale Residential Schemes (circa. 100 units) as well as mixed used retail and commercial schemes. To apply for this role, it is essential that you have worked as a development management case officer in a local authority planning department or at an equivalent level in a private practice. The successful candidate must demonstrate good technical knowledge and understanding of relevant planning legislation and national guidance. Experience of working in a rural area would also be desirable and being MRTPI will be looked upon favourably though is not necessary. It would be beneficial to hold a Post-graduate degree in planning, regeneration or a related discipline. Carrington West Pay Rate - £55per/hour (DOE) Job Ref - 69184 Please call Cameron de Wit on (phone number removed) for a confidential discussion on this role, or email myself or our planning team if you are short of time to chat: (url removed) (url removed) Carrington West's dedicated Town Planning Recruitment Team supply clients UK wide on both a permanent and contract basis and all levels of seniority. If this role is too senior, too junior or in a location that is unsuitable, but you are keen on options, please still feel free to apply and we can discuss other, often unadvertised roles with you.