Shute End/Home Working, Wokingham Borough Council (Hybrid)
Permanent, Flexible hours, Full time, Evenings, Weekends
No DBS check required
£43,421 - £48,474 per annum, plus benefits (pay award pending)
37 hours
Team Leader, Public Rights of Way
We have an excellent opportunity for a Team Leader to join the Public Rights of Way Team, operating within our Green Infrastructure Service here at Wokingham Borough Council, on a full-time, permanent basis.
As the Team Leader for Public Rights of Way, you will provide support and management to a team of Specialist Officers and use your public rights of way experience to manage priorities and lead on the Council’s major Greenways projects.
You will work collaboratively with colleagues and key stakeholders across the organisation and be responsible for supporting the management and maintenance of existing PRoWs and the DMMO process.
The Team Leader will also work with senior management in multiple disciplines, to deliver PRoW consultations through the provision of specialist planning advice, the negotiation of associated developer contributions, and contribute to the continuing development of Council policy.
This is an incredible opportunity as a member of the Community, Heritage and Blue and Green Infrastructure within Environmental and Safety, to support the achievement of key priorities, making a real difference to the preservation and enhancement of Wokingham’s environment.
Benefits
Not only is this a fantastic time to join our team and deliver positive change, but you will receive an extensive range of employee benefits, which include a generous annual leave allowance of 31 days (rising to 36 days after 5 years of continued local government service), plus bank holidays, an excellent local government pension scheme, flexible working, an employee assistance programme including a 24/7 wellbeing helpline, salary sacrifice car and bike schemes, local and lifestyle discounts, free use of an onsite gym (situated at Shute End Office) and much more!
Key responsibilities
- Management and maintenance of existing Public Rights of Way and leading on the DMMO process
- Managing and supporting the development of Public Right of Way officers within the team
- Support the achievement of key priorities, making a real difference to the preservation and enhancement of Wokingham’s environment, particularly as it relates to Public Rights of Way
- Monitor and support in the delivery of KPIs for the service
- Support with the development and implementation of Public Right of Way projects including the Councils major Greenways project.
- Engaging with a variety of stakeholders to respond to the changing demands and priorities of the team
- Identify and actively develop opportunities to improve the rights of way network across the Borough
Candidate requirements
- Relevant degree, diploma or industry recognised qualification relating to Public Rights of Way
- Strong Project Management experience within a similar industry is advantageous
- Comprehensive knowledge of Council statutory duties in relation to Public Rights of Way
- Advanced knowledge of rights of way legislation and procedures
- Effective communicator at all levels
Our area
Wokingham Borough is set in the heart of Berkshire with excellent transport links to Reading and central London. Our area comprises of a vibrant and historical market town, attractive villages, and miles of beautiful countryside.
We’re home to a range of high performing schools, a host of international businesses and an incredible community. We have a strong local economy with accelerated growth, a range of excellent public facilities and low levels of crime, offering an exceptional quality of life.
If you’re interested in this exciting opportunity, click the link below and apply today!
Alternatively, for more information or to arrange an informal discussion, please contact Laura Buck, Service Manager, Green Infrastructure, laura.buck@wokingham.gov.uk. Strictly no agencies.
Closing: Sunday 17th November 2024, 11pm
Please be aware, telephone screening interviews may be scheduled and take place throughout the advertising campaign.
Technical interviews: W/C 2nd December 2024.
If your application is shortlisted for an interview, you will be required to provide proof of your right to work in the UK at that stage. Additionally, successful candidates must present proof upon receiving a job offer.
Please note that all offers are conditional and subject to the satisfactory completion of pre-employment checks.
Please be aware that we will be reviewing the applications we receive on a daily basis, and we reserve the right to close the advert early if suitable candidates are identified.
Wokingham Borough Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expects all staff, other workers and volunteers to share this commitment.
Wokingham is an equal opportunities employer.
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