Total 8 job vacancies by Ipswich Borough Council

A senior post in Ipswich Borough Council in one of its largest front line services. The Maintenance and Contracts service spends circa. £25 million annually repairing, maintaining and improving a retained housing stock of approximately 7500 properties and 15 sheltered schemes to our local “Ipswich Standard”. The Council takes a holistic approach to building safety and stock management and has one seamless service that is now responsible for everything in connection with the asset management of that stock; from initial design to completing works on site on a right first-time basis using our own directly employed trade teams.

Compliance and Building Safety Manager will be a senior management post within the Maintenance & Contracts (Housing) service dedicated to continuous improvement, efficient services and improving housing safety and standards for our customers. Building Safety and Compliance is at the top of the Council’s priorities. Most of the compliance related contracts are managed by a number of Surveyors and Contract Managers, so your role would largely be working alongside these Officers and reporting on the compliance as a whole.

Housing is a flagship service of Ipswich Borough Council and it is a service that is vital for our tenants and very much in the public eye – as you would expect with such a range of work. Our employees and appointed contractors do everything from day-to-day repairs, refurbishing properties whilst void, disabled adaptations, major regeneration, planned and capital improvement schemes as well as providing a Community Caretaking Service. As you would expect we have a large vehicle fleet and work from a significant depot facility that includes our own stores, in house joinery workshop and waste facility.

As such, it is a great opportunity to make your mark at Ipswich and develop your career at the Council. Innovation and aspiration are encouraged. The varied workload will enable you to refine your existing skills as well as develop new ones.

Specifically, this post will be responsible for:

To be responsible for ensuring and reporting on compliance within UK Compliance Standards across all the Council’s housing stock.

To work with other M&C teams, Service Areas and Stakeholders to ensure all compliance inspections are carried out at the appropriate frequencies and in a timely manner, and where necessary, ensure all rectification actions are appropriately allocated and completed to a high standard and recorded as such to maintain a compliant and safe environment for all residents and visitors.

To work with a team of surveying and technical officers including allocation, programming, monitoring and progressing work of the team. Ensure quality and safety standards are met and compliance with specification.

Prepare reports and give professional/technical building safety and compliance advice. Coordinate and provide training of other non-technical staff on compliance related subjects.



As well as a good salary, we offer a career average pension scheme, generous holiday and sick pay entitlements, subsidised parking for work and leisure, public transport discounts, free swimming and gym membership, cycle purchase scheme, plenty of personal and professional development opportunities, flexible working, hybrid working opportunities, Employee Assistance Programme and the opportunity to work with great colleagues.

For more information about this role please contact Paul Pledger (he/him) on 01473 432779) or via email paul.pledger@ipswich.gov.uk.

If you require any assistance or reasonable adjustments during the application or recruitment process, please let us know so that the appropriate arrangements can be put in place.

Please download the Job Description and Person Specification to find out more about this role: Job Description and Person Specification

The selection process will be an interview in person.

Early applications are encouraged as we reserve the right to interview candidates who meet the essential criteria prior to the closing date and / or to close the opportunity to applicants once we receive sufficient applications.

Please note CVs are not accepted.

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To effectively work on own initiative or within a team of operatives diagnosing and rectifying faults as required or carrying out works of new construction. Possessing competence in the specific trade so as to carry out a wide range of duties connected with the repair, renewal and maintenance of council owned properties in an efficient, effective and customer focused manner.

Main Duties

Physical activities including lifting, bending, climbing, walking etc connected with building maintenance.

Following instructions given by Maintenance & Contracts management team, attending pre planned appointments promptly, multi-skilling, planning and organising daily work, accepting responsibility for technical decisions whilst on site, organising and managing materials required, reading, keeping records, handing in job records daily, and following administrative procedures as directed.

Driving vehicles and operating plant and equipment associated with building maintenance and new construction. Keeping vehicles and plant clean and in good working order and reporting defects daily.

Working to a high-quality standard ensuring high quality workmanship and maintaining an acceptable level of productivity commensurate with earnings.

The use of new IT technology as required ensuring the delivery of goals and objectives as set within contract specification.

Carry out duties, which require possession of a reasonable standard of numeracy and literacy (as the job requires the employee to complete time sheets and claim forms, keeping records and to fulfil statutory checks as required). Ability to adapt to changing working environments and work patterns as deemed necessary to meet strategic goals of the service area.

Represent Maintenance & Contracts in a manner conducive with the standards expected, including the carrying of an identity card and wearing of the uniform supplied. Communication with customers, Maintenance & Contracts management team and members of the public in a polite manner placing the highest possible emphasis on customer care. Encouraging customer involvement and feedback.

Responsible for maintaining health, safety and welfare of self, other employees and members of the public ensuring adherence to safe working practices and environmental procedures. Including attendance of bi-monthly team meetings to discuss operational issues and Health and Safety updates (Toolbox talks).

About You

You will be educated to GCSE standard or equivalent in English and Maths and possess a City & Guilds Craft/advanced Certificate, along with relevant experience within the trade areas.

Hours of work are 37 hours per week, 08:00 – 16:30 Monday to Thursday and 08:00 – 16:00 Friday and you will be based at Gipping House, Hadleigh Road Industrial Estate, Ipswich. A vehicle is provided for work purposes solely and will remain at the depot outside of work hours.

As well as a good salary, we offer a career average pension scheme, generous holiday and sick pay entitlements, subsidised parking for work and leisure, public transport discounts, free swimming and gym membership, cycle purchase scheme, plenty of personal and professional development opportunities, flexible working, hybrid working opportunities, Employee Assistance Programme and the opportunity to work with great colleagues.

For more information about this role please contact James Tonner on 01473 432453 or via email: james.tonner@ipswich.gov.uk

Please download the Job Description and Person Specification to find out more about this role: Job Description and Person Specification

Early applications are encouraged as we reserve the right to interview candidates who meet the essential criteria prior to the closing date and / or to close the opportunity to applicants once we receive sufficient applications.

The selection process will be an Interview within 2 weeks of closing date.

Please note CVs are not accepted.

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Ipswich Borough Council sits within the historic market and waterfront town of Ipswich in Suffolk, East Anglia. The Council and its employees are proud of Ipswich and has an ambitious strategy to champion the community and revitalize the town. The Council’s priorities are:

A thriving town centre
Meeting the housing needs of our community
A carbon neutral council
Promoting community well-being and fairness in Ipswich
A financially sustainable council providing good quality services
We are seeking a suitably qualified commercial property lawyer to join our in-house legal team to help deliver commercial property projects and fulfil the Council’s priorities and ambitions to make the town and its residents thrive.

You will be involved in all aspects of commercial property work and will have the opportunity to expand your knowledge and experience in other areas of local government work such as housing and planning. You will be supported by your team members and senior management in your role and as part of your continuous professional development.

It is desirable, but not essential, that you have local government experience, however a willingness to learn and develop in these areas is beneficial. Training and support would be offered as part of your continuous professional development.

We encourage applications from people from all backgrounds and would love to hear from you if this sounds like the right opportunity for you.

You will report to the Lead Lawyer for Property and Planning. You will work as part of the legal team to provide a high quality comprehensive legal service to all Officers and Councillors. The role covers the breadth of commercial property and may involve some planning work and therefore you will be responsible for a full caseload dealing with complex and varied matters. You will undertake all aspects of legal work including drafting and negotiating documents and settlements, researching and problem solving, and providing high quality accurate legal advice on a range of legal issues. You will also have the opportunity to represent the Council as legal advisor at business meetings and at Council meetings such as the Planning and Development Committee.

You will be a qualified solicitor/barrister/Fellow of the Chartered Institute of Legal Executives with proven experience of working in the field of Commercial Property, preferably in a local authority context. You will have proven experience of providing comprehensive property legal advice and of drafting, negotiating and concluding documents on complex matters with minimal supervision. You will have a ‘can do’ attitude and have excellent communication and IT skills. You will be able to develop and maintain effective working relationships, work under pressure to meet competing priorities and deadlines, and have a pragmatic approach.

Hours of work are 37 per week, Monday to Friday and there may be times when you are required to attend evening meetings and work outside of normal working hours.

As well as a good salary, we offer a career average pension scheme, generous holiday and sick pay entitlements, subsidised parking for work and leisure, public transport discounts, free swimming and gym access, cycle purchase scheme, plenty of personal and professional development opportunities, flexible working, hybrid working opportunities, Employee Assistance Programme and the opportunity to work with great colleagues.

For more information about this role please contact Kate Theobald on 01473 432309 or via email Kate.Theobald@ipswich.gov.uk

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Please note CVs are not accepted.

An Enhanced DBS disclosure is required for this post.

The selection process will be an interview. Interviews will be held in the week commencing 29th January 2024.

The interview process will be carried out in person at the Council Offices located at Grafton House, 15-17 Russell Road, Ipswich, IP1 2DE.

Early applications are encouraged as we reserve the right to interview candidates who meet the essential criteria prior to the closing date and / or to close the opportunity to applicants once we receive sufficient applications.

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The Environmental Protection team are seeking a permanent Out of Hours Officer to join the current Out of Hours’ service.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a very successful team delivering an Out of Hours Environmental Health service within the borough of Ipswich.

The job role involves undertaking investigations and site visits to resolve cases of statutory nuisance by using the full range of enforcement powers, as well as giving advice and through education in accordance with Council policy, procedure and legislative framework.

The post holder will be required to work a shift pattern over 7 days, which includes daytime shift work during normal officer hours Monday-Friday and out of hours’ shifts from 6pm to 2am Monday-Sunday, including Bank Holidays; an extra 1/3 unsocial hours allowance for hours worked between 10pm and 2am is provided.

You should have a minimum of 5 GCSEs and a HNC in a professional field. In addition, you will need to have experience in carrying out inspections, interventions and enforcement work, interpreting and applying legislation; as well as having experience in legal proceedings including court proceedings. The post holder will be required to work a shift pattern, including evenings, weekends and Bank Holidays.

Category B and C1 driving licence is required for this role.

Hours are an average of 37 per week and will be worked on a shift rota basis Monday to Sunday, including Bank Holidays over a 3-week shift pattern.

As well as a good salary, we offer a career average pension scheme, generous holiday and sick pay entitlements, subsidised parking for work and leisure, public transport discounts, free swimming and gym membership, cycle purchase scheme, plenty of personal and professional development opportunities, flexible working, hybrid working opportunities, Employee Assistance Programme and the opportunity to work with great colleagues.

For more information about this role please contact Caroline Dyer (she/her) on 01473 433112 or via email caroline.dyer@ipswich.gov.uk

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The selection process will be an interview. Interviews will be held on Tuesday 30th January 2024.

The assessment interview process will be carried out remotely via Microsoft Teams or in person.

Early applications are encouraged as we reserve the right to interview candidates who meet the essential criteria prior to the closing date and / or to close the opportunity to applicants once we receive sufficient applications.

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Maintenance and Contracts, invites you to join our team as a Repairs and Voids inspector responsible for inspection of Council stock and specifying repair works to ensure that the Council maintains its assets to the Ipswich Standard

Ipswich Borough Council is a progressive and dynamic authority with a large and varied property portfolio. The successful candidate will need to work well on their own, as well as part of a team, be conscientious and thorough in their approach to the identification and rectification of issues. They will report into the Senior Maintenance Manager and will work alongside an existing Repair and Void inspector, liaising with trades staff over the delivery of key repairs. In return we can provide you with opportunities to build your career, be part of a committed team and make a real difference to the people of Ipswich.

Main Duties

To accurately identify work required and prepare works orders. To complete quality checks, interim and post inspections to ensure that the quality standards are met. To complete pre inspections on repairs and maintenance to identify the extent of the work required and recommend which team would be responsible for completion of the work, ensuring that identification of instances where works are rechargeable is also captured and communicated to the relevant parties.

Carry out liaison with customers, contractor and housing staff to ensure all relevant issues are dealt with quickly and efficiently.

About You

Be qualified to a minimum of either HND/HNC in a building related field or working towards achieving this.

Previous experience working within the building industry

Knowledge of current developments in building technology and relevant regulations ie: Health and Safety and building regulations

Proven ability to diagnose problems and identify solutions

Good working knowledge of all Microsoft Windows applications

Proven ability to successfully manage budgets, including monitoring and reporting

Full valid driving licence

Hours of work are 37 per week, Monday to Friday.

This post is offered on a permanent basis.

As well as a good salary, we offer a career average pension scheme, generous holiday and sick pay entitlements, subsidised parking for work and leisure, public transport discounts, free swimming and gym membership, cycle purchase scheme, plenty of personal and professional development opportunities, flexible working, hybrid working opportunities, Employee Assistance Programme and the opportunity to work with great colleagues.

For more information about this role please contact James Tonner on 01473 432452 or via email james.tonner@ipswich.gov.uk

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The selection process will be an interview. Interviews will be held week commencing 15th January 2024.

Early applications are encouraged as we reserve the right to interview candidates who meet the essential criteria prior to the closing date and / or to close the opportunity to applicants once we receive sufficient applications

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This is an exciting opportunity to join the Legal and Democratic Services team and work at the heart of the Council as our Senior Information Governance Officer. We are looking for someone with excellent knowledge and experience to manage and lead our modest yet valuable Information Governance Team across the breadth and depth of all Information Governance topics. The role is hybrid with the requirement being a minimum one day a week in the office.

Day to Day

You will be responsible for ensuring day to day compliance with legislative requirements and providing specialist guidance and advice to service areas on a variety of matters including Data Protection Impact Assessments and data sharing agreements. You will also manage subject access requests, be involved in policy and process formation, and deliver training and awareness of Information Governance topics across the Council.

About you

You must have demonstrable knowledge and experience of Information Governance and Data Protection, the legislative requirements and how to apply them. You must have excellent communication skills and be very organised. This is a line management role, and we would welcome applicants looking to step into a management position as well as those with experience of management.

Hours of work are 37 per week, Monday to Friday.

This post is offered on a permanent basis.

As well as a good salary, we offer a career average pension scheme, generous holiday and sick pay entitlements, subsidised parking, public transport discounts, free swimming, cycle purchase scheme, plenty of personal and professional development opportunities, flexible working, hybrid working opportunities, Employee Assistance Programme and the opportunity to work with great colleagues.

For more information about this role please contact Clare Dawson – Dulieu on 01473 432330 or via email clare.dawson@ipswich.gov.uk.

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Job Description and Person Specification

The selection process will be an interview. Interviews will be carried out in the week commencing Monday 22 January 2024 and will be held in person at Grafton House, Ipswich.

Early applications are encouraged as we reserve the right to interview candidates who meet the essential criteria prior to the closing date and / or to close the opportunity to applicants once we receive sufficient applications.

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Working closely with the service’s senior management team, an exciting opportunity to lead a new and dynamic service area has arisen that focuses on reducing inequalities and improving the health and wellbeing of Ipswich residents.

You will be a confident leader, able to inspire others and be passionate about managing quality, insight-driven and customer focussed health and wellbeing services.

This is a varied and fast-paced position, you will oversee a range of health and wellbeing services and projects around increasing physical activity, managing a healthy weight and smoking cessation. You will be supported to deliver this by managing a team of skilled professionals as well as gaining additional support from a peer management group from colleagues in similar positions across Suffolk.

We are looking for someone who can bring creative thinking, excellent organisational, communication and stakeholder management skills, with proven experience in service management, support and delivery to help us deliver our responsibilities for health and wellbeing services.

Your roles and responsibilities:

Work closely with the Head of Sport and Leisure, Sport and Leisure Services Manager and key internal stakeholders to ensure our health and wellbeing services meet the intended objectives.
Manage partnership working and stakeholder engagement to ensure information sources relating to the new services and opportunities are well understood and promoted in Ipswich.
Integrate the existing offers and pathways in the Sport and Leisure service that are aligned to the health and wellbeing agenda to ensure residents receive an effective, customer-focussed service.
Lead projects within the programme of work as necessary to meet the prescribed deadlines.
Contribute knowledge and support to the Suffolk system.
Hours of work are 37 per week, Monday to Friday.

An enhanced DBS disclosure is required for this post.

As well as a good salary, we offer a career average pension scheme, generous holiday and sick pay entitlements, subsidised parking for work and leisure, public transport discounts, free swimming and gym membership, cycle purchase scheme, plenty of personal and professional development opportunities, flexible working, hybrid working opportunities, Employee Assistance Programme and the opportunity to work with great colleagues.

For more information about this role please contact Bella Colafrancesco via email bella.colafrancesco@ipswich.gov.uk

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The selection process will be an interview. Interviews will be held on week commencing Monday 15th January 2023.

The assessment interview process will be carried out remotely via Skype for Business, Microsoft teams or in person.

Early applications are encouraged as we reserve the right to interview candidates who meet the essential criteria prior to the closing date and / or to close the opportunity to applicants once we receive sufficient applications.

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We are looking for a motivated individual to join the busy Transport Team at Ipswich Borough Council. This role will provide comprehensive administrative support to the corporate fleet service area, helping drive the carbon reduction plan through effective administration.

Day to Day:

Working from Gipping House, Hadleigh Road Industrial Estate you will be working in a small team carrying out all vehicle administrative support to the Ipswich Borough Council Fleet. Working with established IT systems you will be monitor usage, administer maintenance events, produce vital reports monitoring carbon footprints, analysing cost and vehicle usage reports amongst other daily tasking.

Reporting to the Transport Manager, the successful candidate will have the opportunity for a challenging and rewarding career in local authority, supporting Transport Operations across the borough of Ipswich, including front line vehicles with the benefit of fixed hours offering a positive work life balance, working 9-5 daily with no requirements to work weekends or bank holidays.

As part of the Transport Team, as well as day to day administration you will have the opportunity to get involved in all aspects of vehicle operations, from Testing new technologies, new vehicle platforms and developing the carbon neutral future of the council.

You will use existing IT platforms to inform on vehicle usage, account for vehicle maintenance and invoicing, running costs, arranging Ad hoc repairs, arrange for replacement vehicles either through existing unused fleet or hire vehicles with a weather eye on cost, process all vehicle defects and ensure all O-Licence vehicle files are current with all maintenance accounted for. As part of your role using existing IT systems, you will monitor and arrange driving licence checks, ensure all vehicles are operating with Road Fund Licence and process any insurance documentation as a result of vehicular accidents.

About You:

You will have experience working within transport operations carrying out associated administration. A knowledge of the waste sector is desirable but not essential and transport operations in government or public sector. You will have awareness of new technologies with an understanding of transport operations and an ability to communicate clearly and effectively across services, engaging with other departments to resolve issues and suggest practicable solutions to vehicle issues.

You will have experience with different IT systems and a good knowledge of Microsoft applications with an appropriate level of education to a minimum of GCSE standard. Attendance on CPC OLAT would be desirable however not essential as this can be achieved whilst in post.

Hours of work are 37 per week, Monday to Friday.

This post is offered on a permanent basis.

As well as a good salary, we offer a career average pension scheme, generous holiday and sick pay entitlements, subsidised parking for work and leisure, public transport discounts, free swimming and gym membership, cycle purchase scheme, plenty of personal and professional development opportunities, flexible working, hybrid working opportunities, Employee Assistance Programme and the opportunity to work with great colleagues.

For more information about this role please contact Lee Fairbanks (he/him) via email lee.fairbanks@ipswich.gov.uk.

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Job Description and Person Specification

The selection process will be an interview with a potential for a follow up dependant on applicants. Interviews will be held on 19th December 2023 at Gipping House.

Early applications are encouraged as we reserve the right to interview candidates who meet the essential criteria prior to the closing date and / or to close the opportunity to applicants once we receive sufficient applications.

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