Asset Planning Manager

Salary: Scale PO14-17, SCP 40-43, £46,549 - £49,590 per annum, 37 hours per week, permanent contract type

Please note: Priority will be given to at risk applicants from local authority employers.

The Corporate Asset and Facilities Management Team (CAFM) is responsible for looking after the Council’s corporate property portfolio. The Asset Management Team is responsible for developing and delivering the Council’s asset management strategy and dealing with the day to day management of the portfolio.

This is a key role that will be responsible for developing and leading the Council’s asset management strategy.

Key activities include:

• leading and managing the Council’s asset portfolio to ensure that it is cost effective and makes an effective contribution to the Council’s wider aspirations for regeneration, economic growth and modern service delivery,
• creating innovative ways to maximise the revenue from existing assets whilst developing and delivering a future strategy for the Council’s property portfolio,
• leading on the delivery of Asset Management Reviews and projects to provide a fit for purpose asset portfolio, and
• leading on the Council’s Community Management of Assets Policy and Process.

The successful candidate will have a degree level qualification in a relevant subject or be able to demonstrate relevant recent experience in a similarly demanding role. Have experience of working within an asset management environment. Have strong customer focus to promote the service positively and proactively. You will be expected to work with partners, stakeholders, internal and external clients, have excellent management skills and be able to motivate staff and introduce and support new and innovative ways of working.

Closing Date: Tuesday 17^th January 2023

Interview Date: Friday 30^th January 2023

We may utilise digital interview methods.

As part of our Vision (https://www.calderdale.gov.uk/vision/) we aim to be a talented, resilient and inclusive community. We welcome applications from all and offer a variety of flexible working / job share opportunities for both full and part time staff.

On 30 January 2019, the Council declared a climate emergency in a bold move to step up its action to tackle climate change.

Calderdale Council embraces the positive benefits of a diverse workforce and we are committed to providing an environment that is inclusive. We encourage applications from people who share our commitment to challenge inequality and promote diversity across Calderdale. We particularly welcome applications from communities that are currently under-represented in our organisation. All applications are anonymised before being seen by the selection panel.

For support on your application please read our Application Booklet or visit our Employment Hub.

We reserve the right to close vacancies prior to the advertised closing date, an early submission is advised.