Estates Officer

This is a fantastic opportunity to work at a multi award-winning council, helping manage our diverse commercial portfolio, de-carbonising and growing our estate. We are looking for someone to assist the Senior Estates Surveyors in the management of all aspects of our commercial property portfolio and deliver the Asset Management Strategy including the Planned Maintenance Programme. The post holder will effectively communicate with our tenants on day-to-day property and lease related matters, co-ordinate and undertake regular inspections across our sites and support the team in delivery of our Planned Maintenance Programme to ensure our Estate not only continues to generate over £3.8m in income per annum but helps us deliver year on year growth. We are a dedicated team with a real passion for our work. We are looking for someone that will bring experience and fresh ideas to continue our commercial journey at pace. We are particularly keen to invest in new initiatives that reduce the estates carbon footprint with a genuine desire and strategic direction form our elected members to play our part in tackling climate change. The post holder will support in implementing our car park development plans which includes resurfacing and installation of EV points. The successful applicant will support the team, advising and delivering on property matters in line with RICS standards and Council protocols including gaining approvals within a political organisation. The role comes with a requirement to work collectively with all teams in the Council, along with external consultants, contractors and partner organisations. The role will report to the Senior Estate Surveyor, Commercial, Assets & Estates. Experience of working within a public sector organisation is desirable but is not essential.

We are looking for a motivated and initiative-taking individual, with outstanding verbal and written communication skills. The right candidate will be enthusiastic, innovative, and thrive with a diverse work programme. They will be a problem solver, have a keen eye for detail, and a creative flair alongside a passion for getting things done. They must also hold a full driving licence and be willing to work in a hybrid environment.

South Staffordshire Council South Staffordshire Council is an ambitious and progressive council seeking to recruit candidates who can help us realise our ambitions and contribute to the delivery of our Council priorities: a skilled and prosperous district; a safe and sustainable district and a connected district. The council is also pioneering in its approach to become financially self-sustainable by 2020 through the delivery of its Income and Efficiency Plan. At South Staffordshire Council, it's less about what we do; but the impact it will have on our 110,700 residents and 5,516 businesses. Our key ambitions include growing South Staffordshire's economy and helping create more jobs and opportunities for local people.

• Great leadership, culture and working environment. We take your wellbeing seriously and provide some fantastic training opportunities.
• Our hybrid working provides you with some great flexible working opportunities, in line with the council's needs. You get to collaborate in our brand-new award-winning Codsall Community Hub and combine this with some virtual working from home.
• Codsall Community Hub boasts electric vehicle charging points, a café, a nursery, a GP surgery and more.
• Free car parking at our Community Hub which is located close to Codsall and Bilbrook Train Stations and M54/M6.
• 28 days annual leave rising to 32 days after 5 years continuous service.
• 21.8% Employer Contribution to the Local Government Pension Fund.
• Access to the Viv-up Employee Benefits Scheme which provides discounts for supermarkets, recreational activities etc.
• Up to 24 days Flexi Leave per year once accrued (2 days allowed per calendar month)/ 10 bank holidays., We offer a wide range of benefits including; competitive salaries that progress within different grades for the variety of jobs on offer; a generous annual leave entitlement starting at 24 days and increasing with service; 8 bank holidays and 2 additional statutory days; an option to buy up to 10 days additional leave; a Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS); a Salary Sacrifice scheme for childcare vouchers and a wide range of flexible working options to fit in around your commitments.