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Interim Director Sustainable Development

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Job Description - Interim Director Sustainable Development




2-3 months contract with a local authority







Job Purpose



  • Lead, manage, deliver, and develop the Division’s services and resources in a manner consistent with the Council's aims and policies and the professional standards falling within the scope of the Division. Lead the Sustainable Development senior management team and the overall aims, objectives, statutory obligations, and targets. Lead the strategic management of a range of functions and provide specialist advice to the corporate management team on policy strategy and regulation within the remit of the role.







Key Duties/Accountabilities




  • Lead the ambition to become a net zero carbon town by 2040

  • Manage Climate Change and Sustainability initiatives

  • Oversee Development Management and Planning Policy and Strategy

  • Lead the Strategic Flood Authority

  • Manage Transportation Planning and Highways including BSIP

  • Supervise Building Control including building safety and health and safety at grounds

  • Oversee Fleet Management and Maintenance




Essential Experience Required




  • Successful track record and background of consistent achievement as a senior manager

  • Substantial experience of effective working with a broad range of partners and stakeholders

  • Extensive experience of developing strategic and local policies and their delivery in respect to sustainable, integrated land use, transport, and environmental proposals




Essential Qualification Required



  • Membership of a relevant professional body, RTPI, CIHT, CILT, or similar







Additional information to note



  • The role closes on 28th Aug 2025, apply ASAP.


Requirements



Requirements




  • Proven experience as a senior manager

  • Strong leadership and strategic management skills

  • Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities

  • Membership of a relevant professional body, RTPI, CIHT, CILT, or similar








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