Head of Operational Services

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Employer:
South Derbyshire District Council
Location:
Swadlincote / Agile
Salary:
£73,051 to £75,342
Closing date:
27th June 2025 at 12noon
Job Ref:
GSe123143

Recruitment timetable

Closing Date
27th June 2025 at 12noon
Technical Interviews
7th and 8th July 2025
Final Interviews
14th July 2025

Description

Are you ready to shape the future of a thriving district? South Derbyshire District Council is seeking an exceptional leader to join our Management Team as Head of Operational Services.

With a bold and ambitious Council Plan, we are committed to building a sustainable environment, driving economic growth, and delivering outstanding services to our communities. This is your opportunity to lead critical frontline services including Waste Collection, Street Cleansing, Grounds Maintenance, and Fleet Services.

We are looking for a dynamic and experienced professional with a passion for operational excellence, innovation, and environmental sustainability. You will play a key role in transforming services to meet new legislative demands, enhance recycling performance, and support our carbon reduction goals, all while maintaining our high standards and financial resilience.

If you have a proven track record of leadership, commercial acumen, and a commitment to continuous improvement, we want to hear from you.

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How to Apply

  • Please submit your CV along with a Supporting Statement addressing the person specification criteria, evidencing how you meet the criteria.
  • Detail any employment or education gaps.
  • Be ready to provide the names, positions, organisations and contact details for two referees; one should be your current or most recent employer. Referees will be contacted for those proceeding to final stages. We will always gain your permission before we contact referees.
  • Let us know any difficulty you may have with the indicative timetable.
  • Check that your contact details are correct before you submit.

Once you have submitted your application, you will receive an automated email confirmation. If you do not receive, please email contactus@gatenbysanderson.com

Contact

The following consultants are managing this role and will be happy to answer any questions that are not covered in the person specification on the next webpage.

Contact:
Gary Evans
Telephone:
07809 195 593
Contact:
Louise Bickley
Telephone:
07586 715 788
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