Join our Management Team

South Derbyshire District Council has a new and ambitious Council Plan to create a thriving economy, a sustainable environment that improves the lives of all those working and living in the District and to provide excellent support and services for our communities.

When it comes to places keen to build themselves into the future, there are few that can compete with South Derbyshire District Council.

We have a fantastic leadership opportunity to drive innovation through service transformation, to meet and exceed the current and future challenges facing local government, and to deliver best in class services. We are seeking an individual with a leadership style that will reflect ours, with a clear commitment to people, continuous improvement and a track record of success.

As our Head of Operational Services, you will have responsibility for our Waste Collection, Street Cleansing, Grounds Maintenance and Fleet Services.

If you are passionate about delivering good quality operational services to ensure that the waste service maximises recycling performance and meets legislative requirements, support our carbon commitment, and creating a cleaner, more attractive environment across our neighbourhoods and prestigious parks this maybe the role for you.

As an experienced and suitably qualified leader you will work collaboratively with key stakeholders to deliver a range of corporate projects. Building effective relationships with internal and external partners will be paramount. Whilst maintaining our excellent performance it is important that we improve and modernise our services and exploit opportunities to enhance the services we offer. In addition, ensuring that we remain financially stable is a key priority for us and demonstrable commercial acumen and strong leadership are key skills that we are looking for to help move this priority forward.

It is with that ambition that South Derbyshire is in the market to recruit a Head of Operational Services.

On this site you’ll find out more about South Derbyshire District Council along with additional information that should convince you to consider this opportunity as the next step in your career.

This role offers a varied scope and profile. There has never been a more exciting time to join us and showcase your talents and be part of the team that creates a tomorrow where generations thrive.

Heidi McDougall

Executive Director – Environment and Communities