Leading Estate Officer - Req24510

Hours:Your working week is 37 hours spread, 5 days over 7Contract:PermanentLocation:Based in the City Centre Aire Park Offices, but could be based anywhere within LeedsAn exciting opportunity has arisen within the Parks and Countryside service of Leeds City Council for a Leading Estate Officer, based at Aire Park in the City Centre.Working as part of the Climate, Energy and Greenspaces team, you will demonstrate the council values and behaviours to help us to achieve our ambition to become the best city council in the country.You will manage the day-to-day operations and maintenance of the City Centre Park. Manage the relationships, assets, and infrastructure to exceptional standards and in line with the agreed site management plans.Flexibility and cross team working is required to support wider team workloads and future service developments.The role will oversee all aspects of site management and health and safety, leading teams to deliver high quality work; you must have a proven ability to work to tight deadlines and able to prioritise your workload. This post is responsible for volunteers, the gardens and grounds team, and regular close working with our active community groups, key stakeholders and partners to ensure seamless delivery of events, projects and schemes.The successful candidate will be a flexible, highly motivated individual who possesses excellent communication skills and a commitment to providing the highest level of service. Practical horticulture experience is preferred.A full, driving licence is essential and some lone working may be required. You must be willing to work evenings or weekends where required, particularly when staging events.Leeds City Council isone of the largest employers in the region with over 14,000 employees. We seek to recruit and develop talented individuals who embody ourcouncil values
andambitions .About youAs a Leading Estate Officer you will bring to the role:Experience of successfully managing and motivating employees and enabling them to deliver to their full potential.An ability to plan and manage budgets effectivelyExperience of identifying and managing risks and developing safe working practicesExperience of working and communicating with a broad range of people including ward members, businesses, and community groupsWhat we offer youWe take pride in offering the best employee experience, with benefits including:a competitive salary and annual leave entitlement plus statutory holidaysmembership of the West Yorkshire Pension Fund with generous employer contributionsflexible and hybrid working arrangements subject to service requirementsa clear career pathway and continuing professional development opportunitiesa range ofstaff benefits
to help you boost your wellbeing and make your money go furtherHow to applyPlease complete the online application form.Read our guidance
for further advice. Please check your information carefully and ensure you complete all sections before submitting your application.If you have any queries or would like an informal chat about the role please contact Isobel Smithy, Senior Estate Manager ##### We promote diversity and want a workforce that reflects the population of Leeds. Leeds City Council is ranked 70 on the Stonewall Equality Index 2023.We are also an age-friendly employer, a Mindful Employer and a Disability Confident Leader.All new Leeds City Council appointments are made subject to the satisfactory completion of a six-month probationary period.This role is based in the UK. Employment is conditional on confirmation of the right to work in the UK - either as a UK or Irish citizen, under the EU Settlement scheme or having secured any other relevant work visa. If you do not have the right to work in the UK and the role does not meet eligibility for sponsorship, please consider carefully whether you meet the eligibility to apply.Job DescriptionJob purposeWorking as part of the Climate, Energy and Green Spaces team, you will demonstrate the council values and behaviours to help us to achieve our ambition to become the best city council in the country.You will manage the day-to-day operations and maintenance of the City’s Estate Parks. Manage the relationships, assets, and infrastructure to exceptional standards and in line with the agreed site management plans.Flexibility and cross team working is required to support wider team workloads and future service developments.ResponsibilitiesTo assist in the preparation and implementation ofsitemanagementplansandoverseeaprogrammeofimprovementworks at the City’s Estate ParksTo develop and manage high quality and efficienthorticulturalmaintenance and management operationsTo provide an on-site presence, manage the relationships and ensure day to day liaison with key stakeholders (including Safer Leeds, Leedswatch, City Centre Management, Cleansing, Events, Police, external partners, landowners, neighbouring businesses, community groups, volunteers and the public).To manage the assets located on site, and infrastructure to exceptional standards and in line with the agreed site management plans.Toensurethedeliveryofhorticulturalmaintenanceandimprovementworksinaccordancewithservice priorities,prioritiesagreedwithstakeholders andexpressedbyusers,andservicelevel agreements.To assist in identifying, coordinating, and promoting new and innovative opportunities to develop the service for the future including alternative methods of service delivery, external funding and partnership working.To support on developing, embedding and ongoing delivery of a flexible operational model for the Greenspaces service, aligning corporate and community priorities and facilitating change that is progressive and affordable.ToassistandundertakeakeysupportingrolefortheSenior EstatesManagerwhenappropriate.Tomanageresourcestomaximiseefficiency, manage day to day repairs and resolution of issues and oversee subcontractors to ensure quality.Take responsibility for health and safety, quality and environmental matters and other statutory requirements of the Greenspaces service.Torepresenttheserviceatmeetingsandpublicforumsinmattersrelatingtoissueswithinthearea.Toprovideon-sitesupportforeventsandactivitiesandensurethathealthandsafety andlegalrequirementsaremet.Tomanage operational areabudgets, income generation and animation through events,andprovide financialperformanceinformationthatisaccurateandtimelyasrequested.To ensure effectiveconsultation mechanisms to develop the work of the Greenspaces service.TorepresenttheGreenspacesserviceatallappropriateinternalandexternalmeetings.Tofulfiland deliverinlinewiththeGreenspacesStrategy, Green Flag standardsandrelatedstrategiesandservice objectives.Perform all functions and duties effectively and in accordance with the following:the Council’s Policies and Codes of Practice.the Council's Constitution, including Contracts and Financial Procedure Rules.the Council’s Values, service objectives and relevant quality proceduresFlexible and adaptable to change to assist other services as required commensurate to gradeParticipate in appraisal, training and development activities as necessary to ensure up to date knowledge and skillsImprove own practice through observation, evaluation, discussion with colleagues and development programmes.Work collaboratively with colleagues, knowing when to seek help and advice.Contribute to the overall ethos, work, and aims of the service by attending relevant meetings, training days/events as requested.The duties outlined are not meant as an exhaustive list and will also comprise any other duties within the spirit of the post commensurate with the job evaluation outcome for this post.QualificationsPersonal SpecificationMethod of Assessment will be through one or more of the following: Application Form, Test, Interview or Certificate.Essential requirementsIt is essential that the candidate should be able to demonstrate the following criteria for the post. Candidates will only be shortlisted for interview if they can demonstrate that they meet all the essential requirements.There is a requirement for regular duty weekend working on a rota basis.Skills RequiredAn ability to manage an operational front-line serviceEffective written and oral communication skills with a wide range of people e.g. Ward Members, Senior Council Managers, and members of the publicAbility to make appropriate and timely decisions.Ability to demonstrate excellent organisational skills.An ability to plan and manage budgets effectivelyAbility to manage small projects to agreed timescales, quality and budgetAn ability to manage and motivate individuals and teamsAn ability to prioritise and organise work schedules often to tight deadlinesAn ability to manage a diverse range of service issuesTo be able to work as part of a team, collaboratively across teams and on own initiativeAn ability to develop and write relevant management and maintenance improvement plansAn ability to respond to ever changing work circumstancesAnabilitytodemonstrategoodICTskills (including use of Microsoft Packages)Knowledge/Qualifications RequiredKnowledge of the management of estate or park facilitiesAknowledgeoflocalgovernmentdecisionmakingprocessesKnowledgeofstaffdevelopment and performance managementKnowledgeofcurrentHealthandSafetyrequirements.Knowledge of the systems and processes used to prepare estimates and quotations.Knowledge of current operational, managerial and performance management systems.Current legislation and issues affecting the provision and development of land based recreational facilitiesKnowledgeofeventsmanagementincludinghealthandsafetyrequirementsA degree or equivalent level of experienceHold a valid UK driving licenceExperience RequiredManagement experience within a comparable organisation and service activityExperience of producing and delivering service or management plansExperience of delivering positive outcomes in a timely way.Proven success in maintaining and delivering an efficient and effective service.Experience of financial management including prioritisation of resourcesExperience of successfully managing and motivating employees and enabling them to deliver to their full potential.Experience of managing budgetsExperience of working and communicating with a broad range of people including ward members, businesses, and community groupsExperience of producing high quality, detailed responses to a variety of stakeholders within short time scales.Experience of delivering multiple projects to tight deadlinesExperience of identifying and managing risks and developing safe working practices within a service or across eventsExperience in use of Microsoft OfficeEssential Behavioural & other CharacteristicsCommitted to continuous improvement in all areas and work towards delivering the Best City Ambition
of Health & Wellbeing, Inclusive Growth and Zero CarbonAble to understand and observe Leeds City Council equality and diversity policies.Carry out all duties having regard to an employee’s responsibility under Health and Safety Policies.Willingness to actively participate in training and development activities.Flexible and adaptable to change to assist other services as required commensurate to grade.Participate in appraisal, training, and development activities.Be aware of and comply with Leeds City Council policies and procedures.Recognise and appropriately challenge any incidents of racism, bullying, harassment, victimisation, and any form of abuse, reporting any concerns to the appropriate person.The Council has adopted a flexibility protocol and the role will be expected to work within these parameters.Desirable requirementsIt is desirable that the candidate should be able to demonstrate the following criteria for the post. Candidates are not required to meet all the desirable requirements however these may be used to distinguish between candidates.Experience of working in a politically sensitive environmentKnowledge of current legislation and issues affecting the provision and development of land based recreational facilitiesKnowledgeoflocalgovernmentdecisionmakingprocesses
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