Royal Borough of Greenwich

Head of Programmes and Public Realm
Salary details: £79,446 - £84,393
Reference: REC/24/86956
Closing Date: 24 September 2024 11:00 PM

About Us
Our Greenwich Plan sets out our vision for the next 4 years focusing on the changes we collectively want to see in our borough and Council. We want to become a more strategic, efficient and adaptive organisation, to deliver for our communities. Our workforce is key to making this happen.

Royal Greenwich is a borough synonymous with first class modern services. Our vibrant, diverse communities span Greenwich town centre in the west, to Thamesmead in the east, from the Greenwich Peninsula in the north to Eltham in the south. Royal Greenwich has a reputation for combining ambition with delivery. We are on a journey towards a low carbon future and the sustainability agenda will influence all areas of the Council’s work.

This is an opportunity to play a key role in shaping the Council’s ambitions for our future transport network, implement high-profile schemes and maintain a strong grip on the delivery of key projects.

To be successful in this post you will be as comfortable with strategy as you are with leading large operations. You will need to bring energy, tenacity and strong communication skills. You will thrive on data and evaluation to evidence and inform delivery and service improvements.

Above all, you’ll be committed to delivering an efficient, well-connected network that our residents love – with a carbon footprint that we can be proud of, as well as delivering the councils Transport Strategy.

About the Role
Royal Greenwich is seeking a strong leader to be our Head of Programmes and Public Realm to manage strategic improvement and public realm developments. This includes leading transformation efforts and key strategic projects, as well as delivering the Sustainable Transport Funded schemes.

The job entails acting as the Directorate Manager for policy and programme delivery, overseeing the continuous improvement through strategic planning, effective resource management, and technology utilisation. This involves collaboration with partners, meeting targets within budget, and managing a team of multi disciplinary skills.

Responsibilities include key Project and Programme delivery as well as Public Realm infrastructure which includes, Street Lighting, Structures, Drainage and Electric Vehicle Charging infrastructure. Flood and Water Management. Delivery of Neighbourhood Management Schemes, School Streets, Strategic Cycle Network Development, Sponsorship and Communications.

The role involves recruiting, training, and leading staff dispersed across different locations, fostering a skilled and adaptable workforce. Additionally, the manager must prioritise service standards, manage budgets, and ensure performance management and service improvement. This job is also responsible for managing contracts, data security, risk assessment, and business continuity.

About You
We’re looking for a strong and highly motivated leader, who is a team player with energy and a strong commitment to probity, honesty and openness, treating people consistently, fairly and with respect.

Experience must include programme and project implementation, leading on policy changes/improvements, sponsorship and delivering major projects and bringing the service in to a new approach.

You’ll have comprehensive knowledge of the environmental and regeneration issues facing the borough and an excellent understanding of the political interface in a local authority. You’ll have the ability to interpret, model and articulate a strong strategic vision for service quality and continuous improvement.

Able to understand complex policy issues and present them to a range of stakeholders, you’ll be a strategic thinker with the ability to create, lead and deliver innovative solutions.

Benefits of working for us
Royal Greenwich is a great place to live and work. Benefiting from excellent transport links ranging from Crossrail to the Elizabeth line to the Uber boat, we’re one of the easiest boroughs to get to and navigate your way around.

Employee benefits include:

- A range of flexible working arrangements
- Excellent pension scheme
- Cycle to Work Scheme
- Learning and development opportunities to maximise your potential, including excellent apprenticeship opportunities at all levels
- Vibrant staff support networks
- GreenwichCard which entitles you to discounts at local businesses
- Payroll giving scheme
- Generous leave entitlement, starting at 29 days per year (plus bank holidays)
- Employee Assistance Scheme including external counselling service

If you're ready to make a significant impact and help shape the future of Transport in Greenwich, apply today. Join us in our mission to improve residents' lives and opportunities.

For an informal discussion about this opportunity, please contact Ryan Nibbs, Assistant Director, Transport; [email protected] 

If you require any assistance in viewing or accessing this opportunity, please contact [email protected] or call 020-8921-8977

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