Community Assets Management Officer

Job Description

South Norfolk and Broadland Council have an exciting opportunity for a Community Assets Management Officer to join their team. This role will bebased in Long Stratton, close to Norwich or Thorpe Lodge, Norwich and is offered on a full time, permanent basis. In return, you will receive a competitive salary Circa £31,120 per annum.Role Snapshot Do you want to join a team responsible for ensuring community assets in Broadland and South Norfolk contribute to a sense of place, and the health and wellbeing of residents and visitors to the Districts Then read onWhat you could be part ofThe Community Assets Team makes a significant contribution to the quality of life enjoyed by residents of Broadland and South Norfolk via the management of a diverse range of community assets, including (but not limited to) amenity sites, woodlands, publicfootpaths, play areas etc. across the districts.Working at the Council enables you to be part of an organisation which is proud to deliver high-quality, customer focussed services. Our success comes from us being commercially astute and business-like. Continuous improvement is also vital and we challengeourselves to develop new and innovative ways to improve the services that make a real difference to peoples lives.What youll be doing as our Community Assets Management Officer:- Support the management and delivery of the councils community assets, delivering high quality open spaces, play and amenities across the area to safeguard and enhance the natural and built environment.- Ensure appropriate maintenance, inspection, repair and refurbishment programmes are in place to ensure all facilities, structures and features remain safe, fit for purpose and in good repair and order.- Lead on land conservation and arboricultural matters including the management of the councils tree survey and maintenance programmes.- Work collaboratively with colleagues and external stakeholders to support the development and delivery of projects and policies to improve the environmental quality of council-owned assets.As our Community Assets Management Officer you must have Relevant experience in a planning, landscape or asset management environment, ideally holding a qualification in a arboriculture, forestry or a similar land-based subject or NEBOSH, RoSPA or similar health & safety-based subject. A good working knowledgeof environmental/landscape management issues with regards to maintenance, landscape works and contract specification, preparation and management and the ability to manage the delivery of multiple projects concurrently with effective problem solving and influencingskills.Whats in it for you as our Community Assets Management Officer:- 25 days holiday increasing to 28 days after 5 years service plus bank holidays (pro-rata for part time employees)- Opportunity to work your hours flexibly to improve your work life balance (where operationally possible)- Employer pension contributions of 15% with the option to make additional voluntary contributions- Access to our One Team Rewards scheme including discounts in high street shops and restaurants, employee assistance programme and car lease schemewith more to come!- Payroll giving scheme- Regular reviews with your line manager, develop a personal development plan, as well as opportunities to undertake training- Compassionate leave and sickness entitlement for times of need- Support towards volunteering days in the community and encouragement to be involved with fun activities to raise money for local and national charitiesIf you feel you are the right candidate for the role as our Community Assets Management Officer then please click apply now, wed love to hear from you!Closing date: 15 August 2021