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17 job(s) at Colbern Limited

Colbern Limited Skelmersdale, Lancashire
Nov 28, 2025
Contractor
Homeless Advice and Prevention Officer Skelmersdale Contract £16.55 per hour Our client is looking for an experienced Homeless Advise and Prevention Officer Candidates will be required to attend the offices in Skelmersdale WN8 8LP at least twice a week - Candidates will have to have worked assessing homeless under HA1996 and HRA2017 This is one of many opportunities we are currently recruiting for please visit our website colbernlimited co uk for more jobs To provide practical advice and assistance on housing options, securing temporary, supported and permanent accommodation and preventing homelessness by providing timely advice. Key Objectives 1 To conduct one-to-one interviews with those members of the public who approach the Council for help because they are homeless or threatened with homelessness in order to determine their housing needs. 2 To conduct relevant enquiries and investigations with local agencies to determine the duties owed to those who are or may become homeless and to issue a decision upon completion of those enquiries. 3 To assist clients wherever possible to prevent their homelessness by providing timely advice around alternative housing options or to liaise with third party agencies on the client's behalf to try and resolve any issues. 4 To ensure that the homelessness database is accurately maintained and cases are entered onto the system in a timely manner. To ensure homeless cases are entered onto the Council's housing register. 6 To ensure that all of the Council's duties to clients are fulfilled. This will include securing temporary, supported or permanent accommodation, giving assistance to find accommodation, where necessary using the Homelessness Prevention Fund. 7 To produce reports as required by the Homelessness & Private Sector Housing Manager on individual cases for the purposes of statutory reviews and appeals. 8 To attend various meetings as required. 9 To assist in the implementation and administration of new initiatives and working practices as outlined in the Homelessness Strategy. 10 To provide and develop tenancy relations advice for those in the private rented sector, undertaking investigations and if necessary prosecuting in cases of illegal eviction and harassment. Scope The post holder will work directly with members of the public and ensure that all of the Council's duties to clients are fulfilled in relation to homelessness. In doing so, they will assist the Homelessness and Private Sector Team to work collaboratively across the whole organisation and with Elected Members, all levels of staff and with external partners and other organisations. PLEASE VISIT OUR WEBSITE FOR MORE OPPORTUNITIES colbernlimited co uk The first part of our recruitment process is to send your CV. Should you be short listed Colbern Limited will contact you within 5 days or we may contact you about other job opportunities. Colbern Limited along with our clients are an equal opportunities employer
Colbern Limited Walsall, Staffordshire
Nov 27, 2025
Contractor
Community Protection Enforcement Officer Walsall Contract £18.36 per hour PAYE or £24.14 per hour limited paid via Umbrella company inside IR35 Our client is looking for an experienced Community Protection Enforcement Officer. The post will work a 37 hours over 5 days within a Monday to Saturday 07.30 to 19.00 hrs shift pattern. The post holder will be required to undertake planned duties and/or reactive responses outside normal working hours, including at short notice. A rota for out of hours duties may from time to time be in place and will be subject to the Authority s terms and conditions as may be in place at the time. The post holder will be required to work on such a rota if it is in place. The post holder must meet the mobility requirements of the post. The post requires a significant amount of time working outdoors and on foot patrol. To communicate verbally with customers and provide advice and/or information in accurate spoken English The post holder will normally be expected to wear uniform whilst on duty. The post holder may agree in writing with their manager in advance a varied work pattern for a particular planned out of hours operation and duties. This is one of many opportunities we are currently recruiting for please visit our website colbernlimited co uk for more jobs. Main purpose of the job role: Under the general direction of the Team leader Community Protection deliver the Community Protection Service, in line with current corporate, national and regional policies and priorities. Through the day to day provision of a visible patrolling role deliver an enforcement and reassurance service for residents, businesses and visitors to Walsall. Deal with incidents, requests for service and enforcement related to licensing enforcement, environmental crime, statutory nuisance, certain elements of pollution, anti-social behaviour, highway enforcement and unauthorised encampments but this list is not exhaustive and may change from time to time. 2. Role specific duties and accountabilities: Secure Compliance with Legislation Within the Scope of Responsibility of the Team Undertake a visible patrolling service to secure compliance with the legislation enforced by the team, working in partnership with other services, partners and stakeholders. Investigate complaints and enquiries on civil and criminal matters and provide advice to members, residents, consumers and business in line with legal requirements and service policy Provide support and advice to business, where appropriate on an individual or sector basis. Maintain such electronic and paper records as are required to meet legal, analytical and service monitoring and reporting requirements. Deal With Non-Compliance Investigate offences and other incidents of non-compliance with legislation within the scope of the service in line with policies procedures, service standards and statutory requirements. This will include carrying out PACE interviews, taking witness statements, maintaining security and continuity of evidence, undertaking mediation and working with other services and external partners, as required. Prepare and submit reports for criminal prosecution, formal civil proceedings, applications for injunctions and orders and licence reviews and serve notices in relation to breaches of legislation in accordance with service standards and statutory requirements Participate in the Community Trigger Process as required under the Anti-Social Behaviour Crime and Policing Act 2014 Operate a victim centred approach to those affected by criminal activity, with specific focus on vulnerability, risk, threat and repeat victimisation. Support the Community Protection Officers in managing unauthorised encampments through the full legal process up to and including eviction. Give evidence in criminal and civil courts, at applications for licence reviews and committee hearings or consultations and appeals as required. Represent The Service Working with communities, partners and stakeholders, deliver the localism agenda, ensuring there is effective engagement, focusing on the needs of communities. Identify opportunities to promote the service in the full range of media outlets. Support the team leader in the development and production of advice and guidance resources for businesses, residents and consumers on the work of the service, compliance and to facilitate self-help. Quality Management Implement relevant internal and external quality systems for the service and team to ensure the service complies with all legal and corporate requirements and delivery of a quality service meeting service standards, KPIs etc. Maintain equipment belonging to or in the control of the service to ensure its traceability and suitability for purpose. Assist in the production and submission of statistics to national bodies, government departments, Freedom of Information, Data Protection or Environmental Information Regulation enquiries. Finance And Property Control Comply with corporate and legal requirements in relation to procurement and invoicing. Comply with corporate and legal requirements in relation to the handling of cash. Ensure compliance with such systems as are in place for the secure storage and, where appropriate, continuity of evidence of goods and property which comes into the custody or control of, or which belongs to, the service (including testing equipment). Management, Training and Development Assist the Team Leader Community Protection in the development and implementation of a service plan and team plan to support the objectives of the service. Carry out and deliver training and development of colleagues, partners and stakeholders as required, inputting into the development of that training as directed. Identify your own learning and development needs, including keeping up to date with local, regional and national issues and best practice and legal developments relevant to the post and undertake appropriate learning and development activities, appraisals and CPPD processes. Comply with the procedures and systems that are in place in relation to the health and safety at work requirements in relation to the team, including taking responsibility for your own safety and that of colleagues and members of the public. Ensure compliance with legal and corporate requirements and policies on equalities in delivering the service. Ensure compliance with such systems as are in place for the secure storage and appropriate sharing of personal data in compliance with legal and corporate requirements. Support officers in other teams and services to respond to work pressures and civil emergencies and to undertake such other duties as are commensurate with the grading of the post. PLEASE VISIT OUR WEBSITE FOR MORE OPPORTUNITIES colbernlimited co uk The first part of our recruitment process is to send your CV. Should you be short listed Colbern Limited will contact you within 5 days or we may contact you about other job opportunities. Colbern Limited along with our clients are an equal opportunities employer
Colbern Limited
Nov 27, 2025
Contractor
Resourcing and Talent Acquisition Support Officer Lewisham Contract £19.10 per hour Our client is looking for an experienced Resourcing and Talent Acquisition Support Officer To provide administrative coordination and support to the Council s resourcing and talent acquisition consultancy service for all aspects of employee resourcing (permanent and agency), covering the end-to-end recruitment life cycle. To keep an administrative overview of Resourcing and Talent acquisition processes and systems to ensure clients and members of the team experience a quality, day-to-day service: prompting and reminding both parties about deadlines and requirements to ensure services are delivered to time and quality. To gather and collate data used to monitor, drive and improve services to customers. To build and maintain effective working relationships with members of the resourcing and talent acquisition team, helping them to ensure high quality delivery to service end-users This is one of many opportunities we are currently recruiting for please visit our website colbernlimited co uk for more jobs. Experience of dealing with all administrative aspects Experience supporting managers in delivering effective services to customers/end-users. Experience of administering and monitoring an Applicant Tracking system Experience of working in an HR department in a customer focused organisation. Experience in screening and shortlisting candidates Summary of Responsibilities and Personal Duties: To work closely with Resourcing and Talent Acquisition Advisers to understand the needs of their hiring managers and to support their delivery of the agreed most suitable attraction methods. Also, to support their choices of selection methods and support the organisation, ordering and (where necessary) secure storage digital and/or physical - of those assessments. To liaise with advertising partners on the instruction of the Resourcing and Talent Acquisition Advisers, e.g., written amendments to agreed copy. Likewise for social media content, as directed by the Resourcing and Talent Acquisition Advisers and Manager To provide administrative support for the life cycle of all recruitment campaigns assigned, to ensure Resourcing and Talent Acquisition Advisers and Manager timetables are tracked and hiring managers and candidates are kept informed of any changes to the timetable as instructed by the assigned Talent Acquisition team lead for that assignment. To provide recruitment administration activities that ensure candidates are kept engaged and informed throughout the agreed recruitment and onboarding processes To provide administrative support for the organisation and delivery of recruitment training and induction events, engagement activities, job fairs and diversity and inclusion initiatives. Upload and edit the council s intranet in relation to recruitment and selection as instructed by Advisers and/or the Talent Acquisition Manager, helping to ensure all content is kept up to date. PLEASE VISIT OUR WEBSITE FOR MORE OPPORTUNITIES colbernlimited co uk The first part of our recruitment process is to send your CV. Should you be short listed Colbern Limited will contact you within 5 days or we may contact you about other job opportunities. Colbern Limited along with our clients are an equal opportunities employer
Colbern Limited Plymouth, Devon
Nov 27, 2025
Contractor
Liability Claims Officer Plymouth Contract £15.56 per hour PAYE Our client is looking for an experienced Liability Claims Officer Do you have experience of investigating and processing public liability claims and a good working knowledge of legal liability principles and practice? If so, an opportunity has arisen to join a friendly, busy and dynamic insurance team dealing with claims received from the public or their legal representatives for personal injury and/or property damage. This is one of many opportunities we are currently recruiting for please visit our website colbernlimited co uk for more jobs The main duties of the role involve the processing and investigation of claims and making decisions on liability. This includes the monitoring of claims from the initial point of receipt, liaison with service departments in the Council to prepare evidence through to working closely with its solicitors where claims are litigated. You need to be able to work well under pressure and have highly developed communication skills used to convey complex and sometimes contentious information to a range of audiences to include the general public, internal departments, solicitors and external organisations. You should have recent experience of working in an insurance/claims handling role and have a knowledge of Civil Procedure Rules and General Data Protection Regulations. You should also be a proficient user of PC based applications such as Microsoft Office packages. PLEASE VISIT OUR WEBSITE FOR MORE OPPORTUNITIES colbernlimited co uk The first part of our recruitment process is to send your CV. Should you be short listed Colbern Limited will contact you within 5 days or we may contact you about other job opportunities. Colbern Limited along with our clients are an equal opportunities employer
Colbern Limited Bosham, Sussex
Nov 27, 2025
Contractor
Property Maintenance Officer Chichester Contract £14.13 per hour PAYE Our client is looking for an experienced Property Maintenance Officer Office location - County Hall Chichester Working arrangements - This role is mainly out and about in a van, with an additional person, 5 days per week Enhanced DBS required This is one of many opportunities we are currently recruiting for please visit our website colbernlimited co uk for more jobs. Job Description - You will report to the Property Preparation Officer and be part of a team delivering essential housing preparation tasks as part of the wider remit of the Refugee, Resettlement and Migration Team. As a Refugee, Resettlement and Migration Property Maintenance Officer, you will bring practical facilities and building knowledge along with good customer service skills to our team. This is a varied role which involves working directly with the Property Preparation Officer, ensuring resettled families from conflict affected countries have adequate accommodation and housing needs. Your work includes performing a range of tasks associated with property preparation, including but not limited to building of furniture, transport of furniture, painting, decorating, maintenance of exterior gardens, and the possible repair of household items. This will be an active role, involving ongoing physical effort as well as some exposure to environmental demands on the job holder. You ll need to be able to travel to locations across the whole of West Sussex (a vehicle will be provided). There is a regular and intrinsic requirement to communicate in English with members of the public. PLEASE VISIT OUR WEBSITE FOR MORE OPPORTUNITIES colbernlimited co uk The first part of our recruitment process is to send your CV. Should you be short listed Colbern Limited will contact you within 5 days or we may contact you about other job opportunities. Colbern Limited along with our clients are an equal opportunities employer
Colbern Limited
Nov 25, 2025
Contractor
Recycling Advisor Camden Contract £17.77 per hour Our client is looking for an experienced Recycling Advisor. This is one of many opportunities we are currently recruiting for please visit our website colbernlimited co uk for more jobs The postholder is expected to work Tuesday Saturday, 10:00am 6:00pm, with a requirement to work earlier or later shifts as and when required to support service needs About North London Waste Authority (NLWA) Our mission is to preserve resources and the environment for future generations. We serve two million residents in seven boroughs and run communications and engagement campaigns to help them reduce their rubbish and recycle more. We campaign for government and industry action to reduce unnecessary single-use items, encourage reuse and repair and promote effective recycling. We deliver an education programme at our new education centre in Edmonton and in schools across north London, helping students learn about sustainability, reduce waste and embed long-term environmental habits. To help tackle the climate emergency and to prevent rubbish going to landfill, we are building the greenest Energy Recovery Facility in the country and modern recycling facilities at the Edmonton EcoPark, through the North London Heat and Power Project. NLWA staff are employed by London Borough of Camden and benefit from Camden s recruitment, pension, and HR policies. About the role To increase participation in the Authority s recycling service and reduce recycling contamination by engaging directly with residents and businesses. The role involves property surveys, door-to-door visits, advice and education campaigns to help residents reduce waste and recycle more effectively, with a particular focus on improving the quality of household recycling. Key responsibilities include: •Conduct surveys and assessments of residential properties to understand current recycling behaviours and identify barriers to participation. •Engage directly with residents through door-to-door visits, community events and roadshows to promote food recycling, packaging recycling and general waste reduction. •Provide tailored advice and practical information to residents about the correct use of recycling services. •Monitor participation levels, capture feedback from residents, and help identify areas requiring further intervention or targeted campaigns. •Assist in the distribution of leaflets and other materials to encourage correct recycling practices. •Support communication campaigns and social media content by feeding in local insights and examples. •Maintain accurate records of visits, surveys, engagement activities and resident feedback. •Work closely with other teams (e.g. collections, communications, enforcement) to help address local recycling challenges. •Undertake other duties, commensurate with the grade, as may reasonably be required PLEASE VISIT OUR WEBSITE FOR MORE OPPORTUNITIES colbernlimited co uk The first part of our recruitment process is to send your CV. Should you be short listed Colbern Limited will contact you within 5 days or we may contact you about other job opportunities. Colbern Limited along with our clients are an equal opportunities employer
Colbern Limited Lambeth, London
Nov 25, 2025
Contractor
Income Assistant Lambeth Contract £18.83 per hour Our client is looking for an experienced Income Assistant This is one of many opportunities we are currently recruiting for please visit our website colbernlimited co uk for more jobs. The income assistant is responsible for managing the process of terminating tenancies in compliance with organisational policies and procedures. This includes ensuring the proper documentation and return of keys/fobs for void properties, processing various termination reasons (e.g., death, eviction, relinquishment, abandonment), and coordinating with internal teams to facilitate the transition of vacant properties. Additionally, the role requires assisting with property viewings and supporting the general needs function of the team as required by service demands. PLEASE VISIT OUR WEBSITE FOR MORE OPPORTUNITIES colbernlimited co uk The first part of our recruitment process is to send your CV. Should you be short listed Colbern Limited will contact you within 5 days or we may contact you about other job opportunities. Colbern Limited along with our clients are an equal opportunities employer
Colbern Limited
Nov 21, 2025
Contractor
Peoples Relation Officer Camden Contract £25.25 per hour PAYE £32.99 per hour limited paid via umbrella company inside IR35 Our client is looking for an experienced Feedback and Resolution Officer. People Management Responsibilities: • No line management responsibility. • From time to time, the role may be required to coach and mentor other HR colleagues including temporary agency staff, those on work experience or apprentices, including allocating tasks, overseeing delivery and giving feedback. Relationships: • Relationships will need to be built with key clients, e.g. Directors, Heads of Service, Managers/Supervisors, Members and staff. Also Partners, Head teachers, Bursars and Governors and statutory bodies. • Working closely with People and Inclusion colleagues to support excellent service delivery across all areas including with learning and development federated services. • Relationships with other support services, e.g. Legal, Finance, ICT, Procurement, Strategy. • Trade Unions and representatives from our self-organised staff network groups. Work Environment: • The role can be done on a hybrid basis working from either a Camden administrative base or home, though the expectation that staff spend on average two days week in Camden. Technical Knowledge and Experience: • Detailed knowledge of employment legislation and trends. • Understanding and commitment to inclusive relational and restorative practices. • Detailed knowledge (typically gained through a recognised professional qualification e.g. CIPD) of professional HR practice and procedure • Collaborative approach demonstrating mutual trust and support, within the council and with partners. • Strong communication and influencing skills. • Ability to analyse problems, identify root cause and develop a range of solutions, which will add value. • Able to focus on internal and external customers, being innovative and creative, open to ideas and challenge and committed to individual learning and development. • Evidence of having planned work over short to medium term to include contributing to project deliverables. • Ability to build and maintain effective working relationships at all levels across the organisation in order to influence and get things done Camden is already on an organisational journey - focusing on moving from processes (bureaucratic) to relationships and partnerships (relational), and the People and Inclusion division has a critical role in supporting the organisation to be able to operate in this way. For us being relational means putting people at the centre of what we do, building trust, having empathy and fundamentally focusing on relationships. Starting from a position of trust where we treat employees as adults who want to do a decent job. Ensuring there is freedom with responsibility anchored by guiding principles and always ensuring there is coherence between these values and our actions. Whilst coaching managers to use their judgement from a place of empathy and compassion. As a division we are focused on ensuring we are best placed to support the organisation to imagine a different future and develop the organisation to deliver on it. This means: • Having strong human-centred relationships - we want to help people to work well together and to get the best from each other as individuals and collectively. • Being empowered to experiment - we want to help people feel safe and empowered to experiment and to make decisions to create change in a way which is supported and in an environment that allows that to happen, underpinned with great data and insight. • Being inspired to learn - we want to help people to proactively learn and to create a true learning culture across the organisation - we want people to feel that learning is just a part of what they do every day. • Connecting the human element with change - we want to help people, teams and the organisation move from a state of what is the current position to what if exploring possibility and ultimately to how to and how can we making possibility a reality . • Having resilience and flexibility - formal structures and status are less important, power is shared so all have agency. We do this by working in the open and with kindness. The expectation of all people who work within the People and Inclusion division is that we are committed to operating in this way and supporting others to do the same. This is one of many opportunities we are currently recruiting for please visit our website colbernlimited co uk for more jobs. The role will support the people relationship issues of a portfolio or group of services providing expert HR advice and support. It will work in partnership with their service areas to develop and maintain positive employee relationships increasing engagement and creating a positive organisation culture. The role will support services to develop and maintain impactful service delivery focused on positive outcomes for our residents. The role will have specific services to support but will be expected to work flexibly to support other areas/priorities as required. Example outcomes or objectives that this role will deliver: • Ensure expert consistent advice and decision making in employment practice including employment legislation. This will include the management and support of complex cases, including Employment Tribunals, large scale/complex organisational change, organisational development, workforce planning and resourcing, pay and reward, job evaluations, learning and development. • Ensure employment practices adopt inclusive, relational and restorative approaches. • Provide expert advice and guidance, as well as hands on involvement when required on individual cases, settling disputes and generally de-risking issues associated with people management. • Ensure service areas have people data and insight, research and best practice information to support evidence-based decision making. • Support the management and strengthening of the council s relationship with its recognised Trade Unions, staff networks and other partners and stakeholders. • Support the design and delivery of service-based people projects and People and Inclusion projects depending upon the scope of the work this may include working in multi-disciplinary teams across People and Inclusion and/or the wider organisation. • Support and coach managers in people management practices including training and workshops. • Support on designing, developing and implementing our people management policies and procedures and good practice guidelines ensuring they are robust, relevant and reflect a relational and restorative approach. • Attending meetings on behalf of the People Relationship Lead as required and being a point of contact in their absence. PLEASE VISIT OUR WEBSITE FOR MORE OPPORTUNITIES colbernlimited co uk The first part of our recruitment process is to send your CV. Should you be short listed Colbern Limited will contact you within 5 days or we may contact you about other job opportunities. Colbern Limited along with our clients are an equal opportunities employer
Colbern Limited Newport, Isle of Wight
Nov 21, 2025
Contractor
Network Manager Newport Isle of Wight Contract £36.94 per hour PAYE or £48.26 per hour limited paid via umbrella company inside IR35 Our client is looking for an experienced Networks Manager - Highways PFI Project Individual will need to be on the Isle of Wight for 2 - 3 days per week (own transport useful but not essential) Job Purpose Working in collaboration with the Network Management team this role forms part of the Senior Contract Management Team (SCMT) providing support to the Strategic Manager and the Service Director to ensure an effective scrutiny framework; performance management of SPV/OpCo; site inspections and audits; communication with stakeholders including elected members and Town and Parish councils To act as the first Deputy Contract Manager in support of the Strategic Manager and Service Director. This is one of many opportunities we are currently recruiting for please visit our website colbernlimited co uk for more jobs Job Context Lead and manage the network function on all network management and operational aspects of the Highways PFI contract Manage the scrutiny and approval of the Operations and Maintenance (O&M) programme and planned investment Review maintenance strategies for all assets within O&M Programme Scrutinise NRSWA & Road space bookings, emergency road closures and SU programme Manage route, safety and cleansing inspections Review Service Provider performance weekly, monthly and annually and identify performance failures against contract and instigate internal audits to establish contractual position. Lead on managing Network Board, Programme Board and Member Review Board Manage client-side correspondence with public, members and Town and Parish Councils Approve CIP/LCR proposed treatments, designs and programming Approve condition survey methodology, surveyor selection and condition indices, structures inspection and maintenance strategy and schemes on recommendation by the Group Engineer Establish handback conditions Lead on Communications, Press Releases and maintenance of PFI website PLEASE VISIT OUR WEBSITE FOR MORE OPPORTUNITIES colbernlimited co uk The first part of our recruitment process is to send your CV. Should you be short listed Colbern Limited will contact you within 5 days or we may contact you about other job opportunities. Colbern Limited along with our clients are an equal opportunities employer
Colbern Limited Lambeth, London
Nov 21, 2025
Contractor
Head of Asset Management Valuation and Strategic Assets Lambeth Contract £444.57 per day PAYE or £600 per day limited paid via umbrella company inside IR35 Our client is looking for an experienced Head of Asset Management Valuation and Strategic Assets. Educated to degree level. MRICS is essential in this role. Detailed and extensive knowledge and understanding of the property industry, complex property transactions and the opportunities they offer local authorities. Detailed and extensive knowledge and understanding of strategic asset management, project management and performance management Extensive staff management experience including teams that include professionally qualified staff. Extensive experience of commissioning and managing consultants and technical advisers in delivering projects This is one of many opportunities we are currently recruiting for please visit our website colbernlimited co uk for more jobs. The Head of Strategic Assets is a key role within Valuations and Strategic assets team responsible for processes, policy and systems as well as leading on complex landlord and tenant contractual cases. As such the role requires an individual who can demonstrate significant Landlord and Tenant and property contract expertise and must be a chartered survey and current MRICS. The purpose of the valuation and strategic assets department is to advise the Council specifically on opportunities to exploit the underlying value of property assets either through a third party letting, disposal or acquisition, leading to a direct capital, revenue, or social-value benefit. Accountable for the development and delivery of property and asset programmes of work, ensuring that the Council is making the best use of its asset base in the delivery of its outcomes, this role is to ensure the provision of high-quality advice to the Council, Cabinet Executive and Senior Management Team on matters pertaining to property and assets of the authority. As deputy to the AD VASA, the purpose is to lead and deliver a value adding, customer focused valuation and strategic asset s function that collaborates with service colleagues and other professional functions to meet the needs of the authority and the changing service environment, delivering on corporate objectives and responsibilities while complying with statutory and policy requirements for the management of property. Supporting the Head of Service and staff in delivering the changes and improvements needed to meet its challenges in the short, medium, and long term, Including internal and external communications. This Head of Asset Management role will lead on maximising benefit from technological changes, focus on becoming a data led, value adding professional advisory and support function in delivering transformation to the Council in relation to the management and operation of the Council s property and the asset base. Generic responsibilities: 1. To deal, without professional support, with work of the highest complexity and technical content as appropriate to the duties of the post. 2. Provide professional leadership for the Council s VASA team being accountable for ensuring that internal customers are aware of standard processes and regulatory requirements in relation to property and how these processes are designed to protect the Council and support effective service delivery. 3. Forster a customer centric approach to delivery by supporting users of the service to pro-actively engage and seek professional advice. Work with Services to develop an annual work programme for the team ensuring and promoting performance and professional competence of staff. 4. To proactively support and take ownership for the sound delivery of all aspects of acquisitions, disposals, leasing, and other property transactions, to the highest professional standards including reporting on performance, facilitating internal and external scrutiny as appropriate. 5. Contribute to the capital pipeline through the strategic disposal of assets for the future delivery of major housing, education, infrastructure, and other priorities. 6. Maximise value/revenue generation through lettings to third parties in the existing portfolio and identify and implement opportunities for new and emerging revenue and value generation. 7. Develop innovative ways of exploiting the underlying asset value across the borough and be responsible for the acquisition of properties where this can create additional value, either through land assembly and/or marriage value. 8. Investigate and identify investment opportunities for acquisition to provide a secure income stream or enable added value and advise the Council on any associated risk. 9. Advise on major regeneration projects, particularly those involving complex Joint Ventures, land swaps, or other transaction services, including CPO. 10. Advise and provide professional support to the council on all aspects of strategic housing advice, including significant enfranchisement cases, buybacks and minor disposals. 11. Lead and innovate on new asset disposal and acquisition ideas, spotting opportunities and keeping a strong market interface . 12. Develop a strategic approach to the procurement, monitoring, maintenance, management of the framework of consultants and external professional advisors PLEASE VISIT OUR WEBSITE FOR MORE OPPORTUNITIES colbernlimited co uk The first part of our recruitment process is to send your CV. Should you be short listed Colbern Limited will contact you within 5 days or we may contact you about other job opportunities. Colbern Limited along with our clients are an equal opportunities employer
Colbern Limited Lewisham, London
Nov 20, 2025
Contractor
Legal Officer Lewisham Contract £17.78 per hour Our client is looking for an experienced Legal Officer This is one of many opportunities we are currently recruiting for please visit our website colbernlimited co uk for more jobs. 1. Under supervision and direction of the Senior Lawyer assist in a range of legal duties as required by the Senior Lawyer including interviewing witnesses and preparation of witness statements and other evidential material; assistance with, preparation and defence of proceedings in the Magistrates, Family Proceedings, Youth Justice, County and High Courts; co-ordinating the attendance of witnesses, Counsel and others in Court; representing the Council at hearings of minor or straightforward cases, directions appointments and applications; service of notices or proceedings as required; preparation of documents and liaising with parties in respect of lease extensions, collective enfranchisement and right to buy matters; assistance with straightforward property transactions; assistance with straightforward contract and procurement matters; preparation of bundles and contract documentation. 2. To carry particular responsibility under supervision for more straightforward cases which involves legal work of less complexity. 3. Undertake legal research and assist more senior staff within Legal Services in respect of more complex transactions. 4. Provide all necessary support to staff within Legal Services as required. 5. Operate computerised case management and case progression systems, and input relevant data including time recording as required, adhering to current procedures for the scanning, storage and maintenance of all file records 7. Maintain awareness of relevant legal and procedural developments. 8. Produce performance monitoring reports, collate and produce financial and other information and carry out such statistical recording and reporting as maybe required. PLEASE VISIT OUR WEBSITE FOR MORE OPPORTUNITIES colbernlimited co uk The first part of our recruitment process is to send your CV. Should you be short listed Colbern Limited will contact you within 5 days or we may contact you about other job opportunities. Colbern Limited along with our clients are an equal opportunities employer
Colbern Limited Kirkby-in-ashfield, Nottinghamshire
Nov 16, 2025
Contractor
Tenancy Sustainment Officer Housing Kirkby Contract £16.62 per hour Our client is looking for an experienced Tenancy Sustainment Officer - Housing The jobholder will be responsible for delivering a high quality Tenancy Support Service for tenants of the Council who are vulnerable and who have difficulties in sustaining their tenancy. This is one of many opportunities we are currently recruiting for please visit our website colbernlimited co uk for more jobs. Key relationships/Functional links with: New and existing tenants of the council Staff within the housing section including Housing Options, Lettings, Housing Management, Income and Repairs Other departments within the Council Partner agencies such as social care, health services, Notts Fire & Rescue Service, police, and other public and private bodies Main Responsibilities / Accountabilities: The jobholder will be expected to complete the responsibilities / accountabilities effectively in order to deliver the key objectives of the organisation: Provide a comprehensive support and advice service to new or existing tenants assessed as being in need of such support, with a view to ensuring compliance with the tenancy conditions, working towards sustainable tenancies, preventing homelessness and the learning of appropriate life skills to promote independent living. Identify any support needs and any gaps in service provision by carrying out initial assessments of a tenant s needs and agree support plans which are person centred and focus on achieving positive outcomes. Establish constructive relationships of trust with tenants, encouraging and supporting them to pursue realistic options and to make changes of lifestyle which may be necessary to achieve positive outcomes. This will involve developing and maintaining a high level of personal contact with tenants. Remind tenants of their rights and responsibilities as a tenant, ensuring that advice and guidance is provided in maintaining their home to a reasonable standard. This includes reporting and progressing repairs on behalf of the tenant where needed, assisting Housing Management Advisors in dealing with any breaches of tenancy, collation of information where legal action is required and working with other sections within Housing. Assist tenants to complete forms and obtain access to grants, acting as an advocate for tenants with statutory, voluntary and commercial agencies. To identify the need for and to access other specialised support when appropriate, liaising with other agencies to facilitate access to support for individuals. Ensure tenants maximise their income and deal with benefits and budgeting problems by providing basic budgeting advice and making referrals to the Money Management Advisor as necessary. Responsible for the monitoring and management of own case load in line with performance targets and prioritising workload. Undertake reception duties, dealing with telephone and personal enquiries and provide housing advice, deal with all aspects of office administration to ensure an effective delivery of the housing service. Keep full and detailed records of all actions and contact with tenants and write non-standard letters, briefing notes and reports as and when required. Provide advice and support to colleagues whilst promoting the service within the Council on all aspects of the service provided by the Tenancy Sustainment Officer. Develop positive working relationships, protocols and best practice with partner organisations and attend multi-agency meetings. Attend Tenant and Resident Meetings and other external/internal meetings as required. Knowledge/experience required: Experience working in social housing or relevant field Experience of working directly with vulnerable client groups in the community Knowledge of legal processes associated with Social Landlord and Tenant relationship Excellent communication skills Interpersonal skills to deal sensitively, calmly and professionally with tenants experiencing difficulties Proficient in Microsoft Office including Word, Excel and Outlook Ability to work in a team Ability to organise own workload and work with minimal supervision General information: The post holder will be expected to work from the Council's Urban Road offices and visit tenants in their homes. A DBS check will be required for this role. The post holder will be required to comply with organisation s policies and procedures. The organisation has a no smoking policy. Staff are not permitted to smoke on any of the organisation s premises nor in any vehicle used on organisation business. The working week will be 37 hours and will be worked between 8.00am and 6.00pm, Monday to Friday in accordance with the department and rota/cover requirements. The post involves driving and so the post holder will be required to undertake relevant DVLA checks. The role will involve lone working. PLEASE VISIT OUR WEBSITE FOR MORE OPPORTUNITIES colbernlimited co uk The first part of our recruitment process is to send your CV. Should you be short listed Colbern Limited will contact you within 5 days or we may contact you about other job opportunities. Colbern Limited along with our clients are an equal opportunities employer
Colbern Limited Bristol, Gloucestershire
Oct 02, 2025
Contractor
Human Resources Consultant Bristol Contract £19.81 per hour PAYE Our client is looking for an experienced Human Resources Consultant. This is one of many opportunities we are currently recruiting for please visit our website colbernlimited co uk for more jobs. The HR Advisor will be expected to provide a professional and proactive service to Council managers and staff, helping them to resolve a range of employee relations cases and issues. The post holder will be expected to work alone, as well as part of the team and will be supported to develop the necessary skills and knowledge to do this. As part of the wider team you will work collaboratively with your colleagues to ensure continuous improvement in HR & OD service delivery. The HR & OD Advisory team work closely with colleagues in Business Support and Health, Safety and Well Being teams to provide a flexible resource across the whole team. PLEASE VISIT OUR WEBSITE FOR MORE OPPORTUNITIES colbernlimited co uk The first part of our recruitment process is to send your CV. Should you be short listed Colbern Limited will contact you within 5 days or we may contact you about other job opportunities. Colbern Limited along with our clients are an equal opportunities employer
Colbern Limited Shrewsbury, Shropshire
Oct 02, 2025
Contractor
Technical Compliance Officer (Electrical) Shrewsbury Contract £24 per hour PAYE or £34.11 per hour limit4ed paid via umbrella company inside IR35 Our client is looking for an experienced Technical Compliance Officer (Electrical). This is one of many opportunities we are currently recruiting for please visit our website colbernlimited co uk for more jobs. Degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field, or equivalent, or demonstratable relevant experience. Relevant qualifications such as, City & Guilds 2391, 2382, or equivalent. Relevant qualification in H&S. At least 5 years of experience in compliance management or a similar role. In-depth knowledge of compliance safety regulations and standards. Working knowledge of building services systems (electrical, mechanical services, HVAC etc.) installation and operation. An in depth understanding of Health & Safety. Knowledge of relevant legislation and able to anticipate and plan for future changes in legislation. Experience of target setting, and performance measurement in their area. Proven record of setting challenging but achievable targets for themselves and a team whilst performing well against those targets. Managing contractors and establishing strong working relationships to achieve desired outcomes. Previous experience of working for local government. Knowledge of performance management. Experience of working within Service Level Agreements. Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills. Experience of a maintenance environment. Sound knowledge of the IET s Electrical Wiring Regulations BS7671 (as amended to date). Demonstratable knowledge of UK building services related standards. Working knowledge and experience of Microsoft Office 365 suite of software. Previous experience of using CAFM (computer aided facilities management) software. A working knowledge of CDM/H&S requirements for Construction Industry. Working knowledge of Computer Aided Design (AutoCAD) Knowledge of passenger lift systems, heating and heating control systems, emergency lighting and fire alarm systems. Knowledge of budget control systems. PLEASE VISIT OUR WEBSITE FOR MORE OPPORTUNITIES colbernlimited co uk The first part of our recruitment process is to send your CV. Should you be short listed Colbern Limited will contact you within 5 days or we may contact you about other job opportunities. Colbern Limited along with our clients are an equal opportunities employer
Colbern Limited Northampton, Northamptonshire
Oct 01, 2025
Contractor
Senior & Development Management Officer Northampton Contract Depending on role Our client is looking for an experienced is looking for a senior Development Management Officer and also a Development Management Officer. This is one of many opportunities we are currently recruiting for please visit our website colbernlimited co uk for more jobs. Senior Development Management Officer £38.89 per hour PAYE or £50 per hour limited paid via Umbrella company inside IR35 This role works across the Planning Policy function area. The postholder will fulfil allocated tasks and duties to meet the operational demands of the Planning Policy Service. Policy: Effectively lead on projects, workstreams and effectively project manage key evidence documents to inform and support policy development. Support the delivery of Council s planning policy function, ensuring guidance is up to date by planning and participating in projects and work streams including researching and writing policy, consultation and engagement exercises and assisting in taking those projects and work streams through the milestones to external examination where necessary. Assisting in implementing and delivering policies and guidance in practice, preparing appeal statements, appearing at hearings and answering enquiries from applicants, their agents and other customers in relation to planning matters, advising other departments as required. Principal responsibilities Policy: 1. Lead or assist on a number of projects, workstreams and effectively project manage key evidence documents to inform and support in developing policy, and other planning and design guidance, based upon appropriate evidence, involving stakeholders and the public in policy development and taking draft policy through formal adoption processes, including preparing for Key Decisions and Examinations in Public as necessary 2. Lead or assist in the undertaking research to provide a sound and up to date evidence base for policy development for both North Northamptonshire as a whole and for specified places as a key element of place shaping. 3. Lead or assist in projects to deliver local plan objectives, in relation to a topic or a spatial area 4. Maintaining a broad knowledge of the policy issues across North Northamptonshire and developing specialist knowledge in certain aspects according to business needs, preparing briefings for senior officers, managers and Councillors. 5. Providing guidance and support for communities considering or preparing neighbourhood plans. 6. To lead or assist in the facilitation of the preparation of public participation exercises and other forms of community engagement, including representing the Council at exhibitions and meetings 7. Maintain databases and monitoring systems. Analysing evidence and drawing out trends, patterns and characteristics for both the unitary area as a whole and specified places in need of policy development. 8. Providing policy observations on more complex applications for planning permission, advice to other Council departments, and working on corporate projects as required, including the Infrastructure Delivery Plan. 9. Preparing statements and other materials for appeals and prosecutions, and to appear as the Council s representative at inquiries, hearings and court. 10. Assist on work on Special Projects which may from time to time arise. 11. To write commissioning briefs and support the procurement of professional consultants to advise the Council on technical matters essential to support plan making. 12. To assist in developing the application of Information Technology in the planning policy process, including the Council s Geographical Information System. Development Management Officer. £31.20 per hour PAYE or £40 per hour limited paid via Umbrella company inside IR35 This role works across the functions of Planning Policy and Development Management and Enforcement. The postholder will fulfil allocated tasks and duties to meet the operational demands of the Planning Service. Policy: Effectively lead on projects, workstreams and effectively project manage key evidence documents to inform and support policy development. Support the delivery of Council s planning policy function, ensuring guidance is up to date by planning and participating in projects and work streams including researching and writing policy, consultation and engagement exercises and assisting in taking those projects and work streams through the milestones to external examination where necessary. Assisting in implementing and delivering policies and guidance in practice, preparing appeal statements, appearing at hearings and answering enquiries from applicants, their agents and other customers in relation to planning matters, advising other departments as required. Development Management and Enforcement: To implement the policies and procedures of the Council with regard to the management of development. Ensure the timely processing of planning submissions and related activities such as appeals, in accordance with national and local performance targets. To investigate, assess and take appropriate action in respect of alleged breaches of planning control to safeguard the environmental quality and amenities of North Northamptonshire, and maintain public confidence in the planning system. PLEASE VISIT OUR WEBSITE FOR MORE OPPORTUNITIES colbernlimited co uk The first part of our recruitment process is to send your CV. Should you be short listed Colbern Limited will contact you within 5 days or we may contact you about other job opportunities. Colbern Limited along with our clients are an equal opportunities employer
Colbern Limited Bristol, Gloucestershire
Oct 01, 2025
Contractor
Human Resources Consultant Bristol Contract £19.81 per hour PAYE Our client is looking for an experienced Human Resources Consultant. This is one of many opportunities we are currently recruiting for please visit our website colbernlimited co uk for more jobs. The HR Advisor will be expected to provide a professional and proactive service to Council managers and staff, helping them to resolve a range of employee relations cases and issues. The post holder will be expected to work alone, as well as part of the team and will be supported to develop the necessary skills and knowledge to do this. As part of the wider team you will work collaboratively with your colleagues to ensure continuous improvement in HR & OD service delivery. The HR & OD Advisory team work closely with colleagues in Business Support and Health, Safety and Well Being teams to provide a flexible resource across the whole team. PLEASE VISIT OUR WEBSITE FOR MORE OPPORTUNITIES colbernlimited co uk The first part of our recruitment process is to send your CV. Should you be short listed Colbern Limited will contact you within 5 days or we may contact you about other job opportunities. Colbern Limited along with our clients are an equal opportunities employer
Colbern Limited Lambeth, London
Sep 03, 2025
Contractor
Temporary Accommodation Officer Lambeth Contract 159.49 per day PAYE or £209.68 per day limited paid via umbrella company inside IR35 Our client is looking for an experienced is looking for a Temporary Accommodation Officer This is one of many opportunities we are currently recruiting for please visit our website colbernlimited co uk for more jobs. • To mange a caseload of households that have been identified as ready to move on from temporary accommodation into settled accommodation. Using the information about the household to offer suitable (as legally defined) settled accommodation for them, in order for the Council to discharge duties. This could be private rented accommodation, supported housing, direct offer of social housing, choice-based lettings or other settled accommodation options. • To review information about the household, updating the housing needs assessment, and other documentation, as necessary, to ensure the needs of the household are fully understood. PLEASE VISIT OUR WEBSITE FOR MORE OPPORTUNITIES colbernlimited co uk The first part of our recruitment process is to send your CV. Should you be short listed Colbern Limited will contact you within 5 days or we may contact you about other job opportunities. Colbern Limited along with our clients are an equal opportunities employer