Fixed Term Contract - 22 Months
Rugby is one of the fastest growing towns in the country and the fastest in the West Midlands with a range of high-quality housing and commercial developments on the go.
Rugby Borough Council has recently published its Town Centre regeneration strategy to promote further growth and investment in the Town. The Council is in a strong financial position intends to lead from the front using its own assets and projects to promote regeneration and inward investment.
The Council are seeking an astute in-house senior project manager to manage multimillion pound commercial and housing developments. We are an ambitious property team responsible for developing both the social housing and commercial property interests of the Council.For an informal discussion about this role, please call David Collins on 01788 533846 / 07580 982917.
Our method of application is online by following the link. If you are unable to apply on-line please contact 01788 533564, or e-mail: recruitment@rugby.gov.uk for further assistance.Information for Job Applicants Corporate Values Job Profile Additional Benefits
Further information on careers in Local GovernmentPlease note the online recruitment process will be unavailable due to scheduled maintainence on a Sunday between 10am and 11am. We recommend that you save your application regularly to avoiding losing information.
The Council are seeking an astute in-house project manager to manage multimillion pound commercial and housing developments. We are an ambitious property team responsible for developing both the social housing and commercial property interests of the Council.For an informal discussion about this role, please call David Collins on 01788 533846 / 07580 982917.
Interested in shaping one of the fastest growing towns in the country?
Rugby Borough is one of the fastest growing local authorities in the country and we are in the process of preparing our new local plan. We are seeking a dynamic and skilled Principal Planning Officer to work as part of our friendly and pro-active Development Strategy team.
Located in the county of Warwickshire, near the cities of Coventry and Leicester, with direct rail links to London and Birmingham and within “the golden triangle” of the strategic road network, Rugby’s accessibility is one of the key attributes making it a great place to live and work.
It is a great time to join, as the post holder will have the opportunity to shape the council’s new local plan from the beginning.
You will need to have a relevant degree and membership or eligibility to apply for chartered membership of the Royal Town Planning Institute. You will also need substantial experience and a successful track record in planning policy preparation. A driving license and access to a car for business use is essential.
Part time working will be considered. For an informal discussion about this role, please call Neil Holly Development Strategy Manager on 07919 166 173 or email on neil.holly@rugby.gov.uk Our method of application is online by following the link. If you are unable to apply on-line please contact 01788 533564, or e-mail: recruitment@rugby.gov.uk for further assistance.Information for Job Applicants Corporate Values Job Profile Additional Benefits
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Interview: 28 April 2023Please note the online recruitment process will be unavailable due to scheduled maintainence on a Sunday between 10am and 11am. We recommend that you save your application regularly to avoiding losing information.
Rugby Borough Council Grounds Maintenance department require an assistant to join its team.The successful applicant will do a variety of grounds maintenance work, operating petrol-powered strimmers and blowers to clear the grass off the footpaths to follow the mowing machinery on the Highways and Open Spaces within the Borough of Rugby during the summer months.They will also be required to carry out a variety of other work such as tree planting, plantation thinning, hedge cutting, and other related duties during the winter months.37 hours per week. Monday to Thursday 8 hours and Friday 5 hours with half an hour for lunch.A full driving licence is essential and experience desirable.Our prefered method of application is online by following the link. If you are unable to apply on-line please contact 01788 533564, or e-mail: contact.centre@rugby.gov.uk for further assistance.Information for Job ApplicantsCorporate Values Additional BenefitsJob Profile
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Rugby Borough Council Parks department require an operative to join its grass mowing teams. The successful applicant will operate ride-on tractor mowing equipment and petrol-powered strimming equipment for maintaining the parks and open spaces within the Borough of Rugby.They will also be required to carry out a variety of other work such as tree planting, thinning plantations, hedge cutting, and other related duties.Working 37 hours each week.A full driving licence and experience is essential.Our prefered method of application is online by following the link. If you are unable to apply on-line please contact 01788 533564, or e-mail: contact.centre@rugby.gov.uk for further assistance.Information for Job ApplicantsCorporate Values Additional BenefitsJob Profile
Rugby Borough Council Parks & Grounds department require an Assistant Groundsman to join its team. The successful applicant will be required to do a variety of grounds maintenance work which involves maintaining sports pitches, areas of fine turf and grass areas within the Borough of Rugby.37 hours per week. Monday to Thursday 8 hours and Friday 5 hours with half an hour for lunch.A full driving licence is essential.Experience is desirable but not essential as we also welcome interest from applicants with enthusiasm for the job who are willing to undertake training.For an informal discussion about this role, please call Deborah Middlemiss, our Grounds Maintenance Team Leader on 01788 571421.
Our prefered method of application is online by following the link. If you are unable to apply on-line please contact 01788 533564, or e-mail: contact.centre@rugby.gov.uk for further assistance.Information for Job ApplicantsCorporate Values Additional BenefitsJob Profile
The Property Repairs Service is at a pivotal moment in its development and transformation to match the challenges of a modern repairs service in becoming more commercially focused, whilst improving repairs services to customers and are seeking to recruit a Property Repairs Team Leader to help achieve that transformation.The purpose of the job is to undertake the day-to-day operational management of repairs & voids service delivery, whilst working in tandem with the other Team Leader to facilitate a customer first culture throughout the whole service. The post holder will assist the Property Repairs Manager with developing and improving the Council’s repairs service, delivering a service that meets customer’s needs and is productive and good value for money.This role will require the post holder to effectively manage and lead the repairs and maintenance staff who are both office and field based. Responding to enquiries from customers, suppliers, and external sub-contractors, to maintain service continuity and supply chain management.The ideal candidate will be customer-focused, with the ability to interact empathetically with a wide variety of people. Have an excellent grasp of a repairs service and an understanding of how to manage a team of operatives. A background in repairs, and knowledge of the housing or construction sectors would be a distinct advantage.You will have a strong work ethic, be reliable and able to deliver consistently good customer focussed outcomes. You should be able to work well under pressure whilst maintaining a high level of accuracy demonstrating excellent organisational skills with the ability to prioritise workloads when faced with conflicting demands.
You will also be proficient in using standard MS Office systems at an advanced level. Experience of other IT systems such as Technology Forge and Civica CX would be an advantage.The successful applicant will be motivated to play their part in delivering an efficient and modern repairs service, together with the ability to demonstrate commitment to the authority’s Corporate Values Framework and CANDO ways of working, which is essential, during this exciting period of transformation.For an informal discussion about this role, please call Erica Danis, Property Repairs Team Leader on 01788 533597.
Interviews: week commencing 10 April 2023Information for Job Applicants Corporate Values Job Profile Additional Benefits