Head of Asset Planning & Capital Delivery

Job Advertisement: Head of Asset Planning & Capital Delivery

Location: Croydon, London
Contract Type: Temporary
Daily Rate: 650 per day
Contract Length: 6 months
Working Pattern: Full Time
Driving Required: No

About the Role
Our client is seeking an experienced Head of Asset Planning & Capital Delivery to join their team in Croydon. This pivotal role is responsible for ensuring compliance with legal and regulatory standards concerning the safety and maintenance of social housing properties, including Asbestos, Gas, Electrics, Water, and Lifts. You will lead the compliance function within the Housing directorate, providing assurance on property compliance for social housing stock.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage programmes of work and safety checks to ensure safe and compliant social housing.
• Develop and implement an assurance framework for day-to-day operational use.
• Serve as the technical expert on social housing compliance matters.
• Collaborate with the Head of Fire & Building Safety to enhance resident safety.
• Foster sustainable relationships with contractors and partners to ensure high standards.
• Create and implement policies and processes for compliance activities, including regular audits.
• Develop statistical dashboards and reports to demonstrate compliance and fulfil statutory returns.
• Engage in industry best practises to influence positive change in resident safety.
• Respond to incidents with action plans and communication strategies.
• Ensure compliance safety information is current and actionable.
• Support the council's long-term objectives and asset management strategies.
• Liaise with regulators and respond to information requests timely.
• Manage contractor relations for compliance-related servicing and remediation.

Corporate Accountabilities

• Deliver effective outcomes through a "one Council" approach, avoiding siloed practises.
• Lead and develop staff teams while ensuring adherence to performance management and HR policies.
• Manage budgets effectively, ensuring compliance with financial planning.
• Ensure equalities are embedded in all aspects of service delivery.
• Participate in cross-organisational risk management and emergency planning.

Key Stakeholder Relationships
Internal: Collaborate with Members, Chief Officers, Directors, and senior colleagues across the council.
External: Engage with local, regional, and national government bodies, professional bodies, regulators, and community groups.

Ideal Candidate
The successful candidate will have extensive experience in asset planning and compliance within social housing. You will demonstrate strong leadership skills, a commitment to safety, and the ability to develop and maintain effective partnerships. Your strategic mindset and operational expertise will be essential in achieving our client's objectives.

Apply Now
If you are ready to take on this critical role and drive compliance and asset planning within social housing, we invite you to apply. Join us in making a positive impact on the community and ensuring safe living environments for all residents.

Location Information:
The office is conveniently located just 11 minutes' walk from East Croydon train station and 5 minutes from George Street tram station.

Please note that the list of duties is not exhaustive, and you may be required to undertake additional responsibilities as needed.

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