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PLANT INSPECTOR Aylesbury | £47,500 + Benefits | Permanent NEOS Engineering are currently recruiting for a Plant Inspector to join an established engineering contractor working on the major project in Aylesbury. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Plant Inspector, Plant Fitter or Heavy Plant Engineer with a strong understanding of plant maintenance, inspections and compliance. You'll play a key role in ensuring all plant and equipment on site is safe, compliant, reliable and ready for operation , working closely with the Plant Manager and wider plant team. THE ROLE As Plant Inspector, you'll be responsible for carrying out inspections, routine checks and basic maintenance across a large fleet of earthworks plant and site vehicles. You'll identify defects, monitor machine condition and ensure equipment meets the required safety and regulatory standards . KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Carry out PDI inspections on earthworks plant, completing on/off-hire records and documenting machine condition. Record machine hours, existing damage, tyre condition and GET wear, supported by photographs. Inspect 4x4s, minibuses and other site vehicles . Check plant safety equipment including beacons, all-round vision cameras, dash cameras and reversing alarms. Check and replenish lubricants, grease pots and other fluid levels. Carry out routine weekly checks on tyres, GET and undercarriage wear. Assist with diagnosing plant issues and report findings to the Plant Desk. Produce risk assessments and safe systems of work . Manage stock levels of fluids and maintain COSHH storage areas and workshop facilities. Assist OEM engineers with locating machines and carrying out basic repairs. Complete basic maintenance such as filter changes and bulb replacements. Replace GET and cutting edges where required. Issue Maintenance Permits to Work to OEM and authorised personnel. Apply plant identification stickers and ensure equipment is correctly recorded. ABOUT YOU We're looking for someone with: Previous experience maintaining or inspecting heavy plant . NVQ Level 2 in Plant Maintenance . CSCS Green Card and CSCS Blue Skilled Worker Card . Full UK driving licence. Experience completing inspections, maintenance checks and identifying defects. Ability to produce risk assessments and follow safe systems of work. Basic computer literacy. Physically fit and comfortable working outdoors in all weather conditions. Desirable: CPCS A68 Plant Mover card. Welding experience or relevant qualification. Knowledge of Caterpillar, Volvo and Bomag equipment. THE PACKAGE £42,500 to £47,500 basic salary BUPA single cover 8% matched pension 2.5x base salary life assurance Cash allowance Full-time, permanent position Long-term career development within an established UK engineering business INTERESTED? If you're an experienced Plant Inspector, Plant Fitter or Heavy Plant Engineer looking for a permanent opportunity on one of the UK's largest infrastructure projects, apply today or contact NEOS Engineering for more information. TPBN1_UKTJ

Location: MacIntyre School, Wingrave, Buckinghamshire Salary: MacIntyre's Qualified Teacher Payscale Hours & Contract: Full-time, Permanent (41-week residential/day school setting) Regulatory Body : Ofsted (Rated 'Good') Teaching that transforms lives. A career that grows with you. If you are looking for a teaching role where you can build deep, meaningful connections with your students and see the real impact of your work every single day, MacIntyre School in Wingrave has a place for you. Located in a quiet village setting in rural Buckinghamshire, our 41-week residential and day school supports children and young people aged 10–19 with severe learning disabilities, autism, and complex sensory or communication needs. Teaching here is designed for real, individualised impact. With small class sizes of up to six students, you have the time, space, and resources to focus on what truly matters: personal progress, independence, and well-being. Key responsibilities include: Purpose-built learning: Utilize exceptional facilities including our Immersive Experience room, Therapy Zone, outdoor learning spaces, music and drama suite, and sports hall with a bouldering wall to deliver a creative, non-subject-specific curriculum. Integrated approach: Work collaboratively alongside on-site therapists, behaviour support specialists, residential staff, and families to support each young person holistically across their waking day. Classroom leadership: Lead, coach, and mentor a small team of Learning Support Assistants (LSAs) and Senior LSAs, modelling best practice and creating a calm, purposeful environment where everyone can do their best work. #IND About You We are looking for a resilient, positive educator who brings warmth, creativity, and high expectations to the classroom. Whether your background is in SEN or mainstream education, if you have the drive to help young people thrive, we want to hear from you. What you will bring: Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or a recognised post-compulsory teaching qualification. Strong educational foundations: The ability to plan, deliver, and monitor an engaging curriculum adapted to individual learning styles, communication needs, and social development. Team leadership skills: A collaborative approach to managing, coaching, and motivating support staff within your classroom. Values and mindset: Excellent communication skills, strong time management, and a firm belief in inclusion, dignity, and positive risk management. Flexibility: Willingness to participate in a management on-call rota (evenings, weekends, and bank holidays as required). (Note: Experience with severe learning disabilities or autism is welcome, but mainstream teachers with a strong interest in adaptive teaching or learning through play are equally encouraged to apply. Some students require support with personal care.) We are looking for a resilient, positive educator who brings warmth, creativity, and high expectations to the classroom. Whether your background is in SEN or mainstream education, if you have the drive to help young people thrive, we want to hear from you. About us MacIntyre is a national charity supporting more than 1,400 children, young people and adults who have a learning disability or are autistic. For 60 years, we've worked alongside people to build lives filled with opportunity, connection and belonging. Whatever your role, you'll help make that possible. Training, Professional Development & Progression Starting a new role is a big step, and we recognise that everyone learns differently. From day one, you will receive a flexible induction combining interactive eLearning, face-to-face workshops, and hands-on mentoring to ensure you feel confident and supported through your probation. Your growth does not stop there. Throughout your career at MacIntyre, you will have the continuous backing of your line manager alongside our specialist in-house Learning & Development, Quality, and HR teams. How we support your career: Tailored Guidance: Structured personal development plans, regular 1:1 supervision sessions, and annual appraisals aligned with MacIntyre's career frameworks. Core Frameworks: In-depth training in our signature person-centred delivery approaches, including The Commitments, DNA, and Great Interactions. School Leadership & Practice: Space and encouragement to innovate working practices and build directly on the school's existing high standards. Clear Progression: Genuine pathways to broaden your expertise, take on new responsibilities, or progress into senior roles over time. Pay and Rewards Our staff are at the heart of our success and we offer a range of benefits to thank and reward them: A competitive salary with SEN allowance Teacher Pension scheme Full induction with ongoing support from the Education Leadership Team Training and development with access to further professional development MacIntyre Staff Savings Scheme Employee Assistance Plan (EAP) to support your health and wellbeing Health Cash Plan which provides money back on core health treatments such as: optical, dental, physiotherapy, chiropody (at reduced cost) MacIntyre Sick Pay (qualifying period) Life assurance scheme offering valuable benefits to your dependents How to apply Click Apply to complete a short application and upload your CV. We may close this vacancy early if we receive enough applications, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible. Please note: we do not offer Skilled Worker visa sponsorship . You must already have the right to work in the UK. Safer recruitment We are committed to safeguarding the children, young people and adults we support. If we offer you a job, we'll work with you to complete the appropriate pre-employment checks. Equality, diversity and inclusion We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce that reflects the communities we work in. If you need any adjustments during the recruitment process, we're happy to help, call us on 01908 357016. Our recruitment website also includes accessibility tools such as translation, OpenDyslexic font and display options. TPBN1_UKTJ

Location: Aylesbury Are you someone who enjoys bringing people, plans and ideas together to make a real difference? Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment where no two days are the same and where your work helps shape services that impact communities across Buckinghamshire? We’re looking for a Senior Strategy & Governance Officer to join our Adults & Health team. This is a fantastic opportunity to play a key role in supporting strategic planning, governance, and leading directorate level staff engagement across a large and ambitious directorate, helping ensure services deliver the very best outcomes for residents. Buckinghamshire Council is a relatively new organisation that combines the strengths and expertise of the previous five councils in the county to create positive change for local people, communities, and businesses. We are firmly focused on the future and have made a clear commitment to serve residents better and to provide stronger representation for Buckinghamshire, both locally and nationally. This is a varied, visible and rewarding role that sits at the heart of the Adults & Health Directorate. Working closely with senior leaders, members, partners and colleagues across the organisation, you’ll help drive forward strategic priorities, support governance and assurance processes, and ensure the directorate remains connected, informed and focused on delivering excellent services. You’ll have the opportunity to work on a broad range of projects and initiatives, from leading on staff engagement programmes and coordinating governance activity, through to researching emerging developments and producing insightful briefings that inform decision-making. Whether you’re helping prepare for external assurance activity, supporting partnership working, or leading governance improvement projects, you’ll be making a meaningful contribution to how the directorate plans, delivers and evolves its services. This role offers a unique combination of strategic thinking and practical delivery, making it ideal for someone who enjoys building relationships, solving complex problems and influencing positive change across a large organisation. • Support the delivery of strategy, governance, and business management activities across the directorate., • Play a key role in delivering the directorates staff engagement programme - thinking strategically about the offer, engaging with staff representatives, and translating that into consistent and meaningful delivery., • Research and analyse local, regional and national developments, producing briefings and recommendations for senior leaders., • Coordinate governance processes, assurance activity and directorate-wide improvement initiatives., • Build strong relationships with colleagues, partners and stakeholders to support collaborative working and successful outcomes. For a full list of responsibilities, please refer to the Job Description. As an 'any-desk' worker, you’ll need a desk, screen a keyboard to get your job done. You’ll need to be connected to our network to access digital folders and resources, but this can either be from home or an office location when required. You will required to work from the office a couple of times a week, depending on your role and team requirements. We’re looking for a proactive, organised and relationship-focused individual who enjoys working collaboratively and turning complex information into meaningful action. You’ll be someone who can confidently manage multiple priorities, communicate effectively with a wide range of audiences and build positive working relationships across services and organisations. You’ll be naturally curious, with strong analytical skills and the ability to identify opportunities for improvement and innovation. Comfortable working with senior stakeholders, you’ll have the confidence to provide advice, coordinate activity and influence outcomes while maintaining a high level of professionalism and attention to detail. To be successful in this role, you’ll bring experience from a large and complex organisation, ideally within the public sector, health, social care or a related environment. You’ll have experience in areas such as strategy, governance, business management, engagement or project delivery, alongside excellent communication, organisational and problem-solving skills. A degree-level qualification (or equivalent experience) is essential, and experience of using Microsoft 365 and business systems to support effective working will be highly beneficial. For full details of the essential and desirable criteria, please refer to the Job Description. At Buckinghamshire Council, you’ll be part of a supportive and forward-thinking organisation that is committed to making a positive difference for local communities. You’ll work alongside passionate colleagues, contribute to meaningful change and have opportunities to develop your skills and experience within a collaborative and inclusive environment. Join us and help shape the future of Adults & Health services across Buckinghamshire. We understand that candidates may use AI tools to assist with their applications. While we welcome innovation, we expect all submissions to reflect your own experience, skills, and achievements accurately. Please ensure your application is truthful and demonstrates your personal capabilities, as this will be assessed during the selection process. For more information about this role, please contact Ruth Cover at [email protected] for an informal discussion. Closing date: Sunday 25th October 2026 Interview Date: w/c 2 nd November 2026 We reserve the right to close the vacancy once we have received sufficient applications, so please be advised to submit your application as early as possible. Buckinghamshire Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults at risk. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore applicants are required to declare: • All unspent convictions and conditional cautions For further information on filtering please refer to Nacro guidance and the guidance published by the Ministry of Justice (see, in particular, the section titled 'Exceptions Order'). We have a set of values, which our employees have chosen, that represent what we are - Proud, Ambitious, Collaborative and Trustworthy. By joining Buckinghamshire Council, you can expect: • a fair and inclusive culture, • the chance to really make a difference to those around you, • health and well-being initiatives including an Employee Assistance Programme, Mental Health First Aiders and mindfulness workshops, • a unified voice through our Employee Representative Group, • ongoing support, and the opportunity to develop and progress in your career with us, • opportunities to take part in fun activities such as fundraising and social events At Buckinghamshire Council, we know that our biggest strength comes from the people that work for us, and that's why we’re working hard to ensure we continue to be an accessible and inclusive organisation. From dedicated staff networks overseen by our Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Steering Group, to proudly standing as a Disability Confident employer, it's important to us that all our colleagues feel engaged, listened to, and valued. Our offer of flexible working empowers a productive and happy workforce and allows employees to combine work with other responsibilities and commitments. We believe our workforce should reflect the diverse communities we service in Buckinghamshire, and are looking for like-minded individuals to join us in promoting equality, fairness, and inclusion for everyone. The new Adults & Health Strategy and Governance Team sits at the centre of the Adults & Health Directorate, helping services turn ambition into clear priorities, effective plans and measurable improvement. We provide strategic insight, coordination and constructive challenge, ensuring that decision-making is well informed, governance is robust and the directorate is prepared for external assurance and emerging national and local developments. Working across adult social care, public health and wider partnerships, the team brings together strategy, governance, engagement activity. We connect colleagues, senior leaders, elected members and partners; translate complex information into clear advice and action; and help maintain a strong focus on delivery and better outcomes for Buckinghamshire residents. As a newly formed team, we are developing a collaborative, visible and forward-looking service that adds value across the directorate and supports continuous learning, innovation and improvement. We are ambitious and dynamic and are committed to continuous improvement and encouraging development. Hard work and success deserves recognition. That’s why we pride ourselves on the benefits we give our people. We actively encourage a good work-life balance and promote flexible and agile working arrangements. We provide discounts on various Cafés, restaurants, shops and auto enrolment onto our generous Pension Scheme. In addition to the opportunity to gain membership to Costco, we have discounted gym memberships, travel discounts with Arriva and much more. working-buckinghamshire-council/ #J-18808-Ljbffr

Are you passionate about improving care services, supporting positive outcomes for residents and making a real difference to the lives of vulnerable people? This is an exciting opportunity to lead a dedicated team responsible for overseeing the quality, performance and contractual compliance of commissioned care and support services. Based within the Adults and Health Commissioning and Procurement Service, the Quality and Contracts Manager will play a key role in managing a team of Quality Officers, developing provider relationships, driving service improvement, managing risk and ensuring value for money from commissioned services. Combining contract management, quality assurance and market oversight, you and your team will work closely with providers and partners to address complex issues, deliver sustainable improvements and help shape a resilient and high-performing local care market. Buckinghamshire Council is a relatively new organisation that combines the strengths and expertise of the previous five councils in the county to create positive change for local people, communities, and businesses. We are firmly focused on the future and have made a clear commitment to serve residents better and to provide stronger representation for Buckinghamshire, both locally and nationally. As Quality and Contracts Manager, you will lead a team of Quality Officers responsible for overseeing the quality, performance and contractual compliance of commissioned care and support providers on behalf of both health and Social Care. This is a leadership role that combines contract management, quality assurance, provider relationship management and service improvement. You will lead on complex provider issues, contractual and performance concerns, and provide robust recommendations based on available evidence, data and intelligence. You will be comfortable balancing collaborative partnership working with appropriate challenge, ensuring providers are held accountable where standards, performance or contractual obligations are not being met. Working closely with providers, commissioning colleagues, operational teams, health partners and regulators, you will use data and market intelligence to identify risks, support improvement activity and contribute to the development of a sustainable and high-performing care market. Key Responsibilities • Lead the Council's approach to provider contract management, ensuring contractual obligations, quality standards and performance expectations are achieved., • Manage complex provider performance, quality and contractual issues, ensuring risks are identified, appropriately escalated and effectively managed., • Lead challenging conversations with providers and stakeholders where concerns regarding quality, performance, compliance or value for money require intervention., • Lead and support a team of Quality Officers, ensuring effective prioritisation of work and risk management., • Oversee contract management, quality monitoring and performance improvement activities across commissioned providers., • Lead or support complex provider reviews, quality investigations and improvement programmes., • Analyse performance, quality and market intelligence data to identify trends, risks and opportunities., • Build effective partnerships with providers, health colleagues, regulators and other stakeholders., • Contribute to market development, commissioning initiatives and commercial improvement activities., • Deputise for senior leadership when required. For a full list of duties and responsibilities, please refer to the Job Description. Any-Desk: As an ‘any-desk’ worker, you’ll need to be connected to our network to access digital folders and resources, but this can either be from home or an office location when required. You will be required to work from the office a couple of times a week, depending on your role and team requirements. We are looking for an experienced and motivated leader with a strong background in contract management, commissioning or quality assurance, gained within the health and social care sector. You will be comfortable working in a fast-paced environment where priorities can shift quickly and where decisions, recommendations and approaches may be subject to challenge and scrutiny. You will have the confidence to manage complex provider relationships, lead difficult conversations and make balanced, evidence-based decisions in situations involving competing priorities and risk. You will possess strong analytical skills and be comfortable interpreting performance, quality and financial information to support robust and defensible recommendations. You will be equally comfortable working collaboratively with providers and partners to drive improvement whilst maintaining appropriate challenge and accountability. As an experienced people manager, you will have a proven ability to develop high-performing teams and create a culture of accountability, ownership and continuous improvement. You will be skilled at coaching and developing staff, enabling them to build confidence, exercise professional judgement and work independently, whilst providing appropriate oversight, support and performance management where required. To be successful in this role, you will typically have: • Significant experience within commissioning, contract management, quality assurance or a related health and social care setting., • Experience managing teams and supporting staff performance and development., • Strong knowledge of health and social care services, quality standards and relevant legislation, including care and commissioning frameworks., • Experience monitoring provider performance, managing risk and driving service improvement., • Experience of managing complex provider relationships and leading challenging conversations with providers, stakeholders and partner organisations., • Strong analytical skills, including the ability to interpret performance, quality and financial information and translate findings into clear, evidence-based recommendations., • Experience making balanced decisions and recommendations that can withstand challenge and scrutiny., • Excellent communication, influencing and stakeholder management skills., • Degree-level education or equivalent experience, with a relevant professional qualification desirable., • Good ICT skills, including Microsoft Office applications and performance monitoring systems., • A commitment to delivering high-quality, value-for-money services that improve outcomes for vulnerable residents. For full details of the essential and desirable criteria, please refer to the Job Description. Why Join Us? This is an excellent opportunity to make a meaningful contribution to the quality and sustainability of local care services while working with a wide range of partners across the health and social care system. You'll have the chance to lead improvement initiatives, influence strategic decisions and support the delivery of high-quality care that positively impacts residents and communities every day. We reserve the right to close the vacancy once we have received sufficient applications, so please be advised to submit your application as early as possible. Buckinghamshire Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults at risk. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore applicants are required to declare: • All unspent convictions and conditional cautions We understand that candidates may use AI tools to assist with their applications. While we welcome innovation, we expect all submissions to reflect your own experience, skills, and achievements accurately. Please ensure your application is truthful and demonstrates your personal capabilities, as this will be assessed during the selection process. We have a set of values, which our employees have chosen, that represent what we are – Proud, Ambitious, Collaborative and Trustworthy. By joining Buckinghamshire Council, you can expect: • a fair and inclusive culture, • the chance to really make a difference to those around you, • health and well-being initiatives including an Employee Assistance Programme, Mental Health First Aiders and mindfulness workshops, • a unified voice through our Employee Representative Group, • ongoing support, and the opportunity to develop and progress in your career with us, • opportunities to take part in fun activities such as fundraising and social events At Buckinghamshire Council, we know that our biggest strength comes from the people that work for us, and that’s why we’re working hard to ensure we continue to be an accessible and inclusive organisation. From dedicated staff networks overseen by our Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Steering Group, to proudly standing as a Disability Confident employer, it’s important to us that all our colleagues feel engaged, listened to, and valued. Our offer of flexible working empowers a productive and happy workforce and allows employees to combine work with other responsibilities and commitments. We believe our workforce should reflect the diverse communities we service in Buckinghamshire, and are looking for like-minded individuals to join us in promoting equality, fairness, and inclusion for everyone. The Quality & Market Management Team plays a vital role in ensuring Buckinghamshire residents receive safe, effective and value-for-money care and support services. Through a combination of contract management, quality assurance, provider oversight and market engagement, we work collaboratively with providers, operational colleagues, health partners and regulators to manage risk, address performance concerns and support the development of a sustainable care market. Our work is varied, fast-paced and often complex, requiring us to balance support and challenge to achieve the best outcomes for residents. Hard work and success deserves recognition. That’s why we pride ourselves on the benefits we give our people. We actively encourage a good work-life balance and promote flexible and agile working arrangements. We provide discounts on various Cafés, restaurants, shops and auto enrolment onto our generous Pension Scheme. In addition to the opportunity to gain membership to Costco, we have discounted gym memberships, travel discounts with Arriva and much more. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Great opportunity to work as a Shift Manager for our clients team of sandwich and food-to-go experts, creating delicious and imaginative choices for sandwich lovers to explore. Staffline is recruiting Shift Manager in Aylesbury. The rate of pay is £40,000 per annum. This is a full-time role working 4 on 3 off, working 10.5 hour shifts , with a 30 minute unpaid break. Some weekend work will be required. Your Time at Work Key Responsibilities Operational Leadership - Lead, motivate, and manage all shift-based production teams (typically 40-150 colleagues depending on site size). - Ensure daily production plans are delivered on time and in full - Maintain high standards of GMP, hygiene, and chilled chain integrity throughout the shift. - Conduct effective shift handovers to maintain continuity across shifts Food Safety & Compliance - Ensure all activities comply with HACCP & customer codes of practice, and UK food safety legislation. - Oversee CCP checks, allergen controls, traceability, and temperature monitoring. - Immediately escalate and manage any food safety or quality incidents. People Management - Manage staffing levels, including absence, breaks, skills deployment, and agency utilisation. - Coach and develop Team Leaders and Line Leaders to build capability and succession. - Conduct performance reviews, disciplinaries, and return to work interviews where required. - Promote a positive, inclusive, and safety focused culture. Health & Safety - Ensure all colleagues follow safe systems of work, PPE requirements, and manual handling standards. - Lead accident investigations and implement corrective actions. - Champion a "zero harm" mindset across the shift. Continuous Improvement - Drive efficiency improvements at the site - Identify bottlenecks and implement practical solutions to improve throughput. - Support site-wide CI projects and customer audits. Performance & Reporting - Monitor KPIs including output, waste, giveaway, downtime, labour cost, and quality defects. - Produce accurate shift reports and escalate issues promptly. - Ensure all paperwork, digital records, and compliance logs are completed correctly. Our Perfect Worker Skills & Experience Required: Essential - Proven leadership experience in food manufacturing, ideally chilled, fresh, or short shelf life products. - A understanding of UK food safety regulations. - Ability to lead large teams in a fast paced, high pressure environment. - Excellent communication, problem solving, and decision making skills. - Comfortable working rotating shifts and overtime if and when required Desirable - Experience with lean manufacturing - IOSH Managing Safely or equivalent. Key Information and Benefits - Earn £40,000 per annum - Full-time positions - Temp to perm opportunity - Canteen on site - Free hot drinks - Good links to public transport - Full training provided - Opportunities for overtime Job Ref: 1RWB About Staffline Staffline is the UK's largest recruitment solutions partner, enabling over 35,000 people into good work every week. We operate at more than 420 customer sites across England, Scotland and Wales. As one of the most established recruitment agencies in Nottingham with operations across the UK, we specialise in connecting businesses with temporary and permanent jobs across warehouse & logistics, food and drink, aviation, driving, technical & engineering, manufacturing & automotive and security. Important Information - Staffline and its subsidiaries do not charge any recruitment or job-seeking fees at any stage of the hiring process. - This job advert may not be copied, imitated, or used, in whole or in part, by third-party websites, without prior written consent from Staffline. - Our job adverts are correct at the time of publication, but some details and job responsibilities are subject to change. TPBN1_UKTJ

Are you someone who enjoys bringing people, plans and ideas together to make a real difference? Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment where no two days are the same and where your work helps shape services that impact communities across Buckinghamshire? We’re looking for a Senior Strategy & Governance Officer to join our Adults & Health team. This is a fantastic opportunity to play a key role in supporting strategic planning, governance, and leading directorate level staff engagement across a large and ambitious directorate, helping ensure services deliver the very best outcomes for residents. Buckinghamshire Council is a relatively new organisation that combines the strengths and expertise of the previous five councils in the county to create positive change for local people, communities, and businesses. We are firmly focused on the future and have made a clear commitment to serve residents better and to provide stronger representation for Buckinghamshire, both locally and nationally. This is a varied, visible and rewarding role that sits at the heart of the Adults & Health Directorate. Working closely with senior leaders, members, partners and colleagues across the organisation, you’ll help drive forward strategic priorities, support governance and assurance processes, and ensure the directorate remains connected, informed and focused on delivering excellent services. You’ll have the opportunity to work on a broad range of projects and initiatives, from leading on staff engagement programmes and coordinating governance activity, through to researching emerging developments and producing insightful briefings that inform decision-making. Whether you’re helping prepare for external assurance activity, supporting partnership working, or leading governance improvement projects, you’ll be making a meaningful contribution to how the directorate plans, delivers and evolves its services. This role offers a unique combination of strategic thinking and practical delivery, making it ideal for someone who enjoys building relationships, solving complex problems and influencing positive change across a large organisation. Key Responsibilities • Support the delivery of strategy, governance, and business management activities across the directorate., • Play a key role in delivering the directorates staff engagement programme – thinking strategically about the offer, engaging with staff representatives, and translating that into consistent and meaningful delivery., • Research and analyse local, regional and national developments, producing briefings and recommendations for senior leaders., • Coordinate governance processes, assurance activity and directorate-wide improvement initiatives., • Build strong relationships with colleagues, partners and stakeholders to support collaborative working and successful outcomes. For a full list of responsibilities, please refer to the Job Description. Any-Desk: As an ‘any-desk’ worker, you’ll need a desk, screen a keyboard to get your job done. You’ll need to be connected to our network to access digital folders and resources, but this can either be from home or an office location when required. You will required to work from the office a couple of times a week, depending on your role and team requirements. We’re looking for a proactive, organised and relationship-focused individual who enjoys working collaboratively and turning complex information into meaningful action. You’ll be someone who can confidently manage multiple priorities, communicate effectively with a wide range of audiences and build positive working relationships across services and organisations. You’ll be naturally curious, with strong analytical skills and the ability to identify opportunities for improvement and innovation. Comfortable working with senior stakeholders, you’ll have the confidence to provide advice, coordinate activity and influence outcomes while maintaining a high level of professionalism and attention to detail. To be successful in this role, you’ll bring experience from a large and complex organisation, ideally within the public sector, health, social care or a related environment. You’ll have experience in areas such as strategy, governance, business management, engagement or project delivery, alongside excellent communication, organisational and problem-solving skills. A degree-level qualification (or equivalent experience) is essential, and experience of using Microsoft 365 and business systems to support effective working will be highly beneficial. For full details of the essential and desirable criteria, please refer to the Job Description. Why Join Us? At Buckinghamshire Council, you’ll be part of a supportive and forward-thinking organisation that is committed to making a positive difference for local communities. You’ll work alongside passionate colleagues, contribute to meaningful change and have opportunities to develop your skills and experience within a collaborative and inclusive environment. Join us and help shape the future of Adults & Health services across Buckinghamshire. We understand that candidates may use AI tools to assist with their applications. While we welcome innovation, we expect all submissions to reflect your own experience, skills, and achievements accurately. Please ensure your application is truthful and demonstrates your personal capabilities, as this will be assessed during the selection process. We reserve the right to close the vacancy once we have received sufficient applications, so please be advised to submit your application as early as possible. Buckinghamshire Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults at risk. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore applicants are required to declare: • All unspent convictions and conditional cautions We have a set of values, which our employees have chosen, that represent what we are – Proud, Ambitious, Collaborative and Trustworthy. By joining Buckinghamshire Council, you can expect: • a fair and inclusive culture, • the chance to really make a difference to those around you, • health and well-being initiatives including an Employee Assistance Programme, Mental Health First Aiders and mindfulness workshops, • a unified voice through our Employee Representative Group, • ongoing support, and the opportunity to develop and progress in your career with us, • opportunities to take part in fun activities such as fundraising and social events At Buckinghamshire Council, we know that our biggest strength comes from the people that work for us, and that’s why we’re working hard to ensure we continue to be an accessible and inclusive organisation. From dedicated staff networks overseen by our Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Steering Group, to proudly standing as a Disability Confident employer, it’s important to us that all our colleagues feel engaged, listened to, and valued. Our offer of flexible working empowers a productive and happy workforce and allows employees to combine work with other responsibilities and commitments. We believe our workforce should reflect the diverse communities we service in Buckinghamshire, and are looking for like-minded individuals to join us in promoting equality, fairness, and inclusion for everyone. The new Adults & Health Strategy and Governance Team sits at the centre of the Adults & Health Directorate, helping services turn ambition into clear priorities, effective plans and measurable improvement. We provide strategic insight, coordination and constructive challenge, ensuring that decision-making is well informed, governance is robust and the directorate is prepared for external assurance and emerging national and local developments. Working across adult social care, public health and wider partnerships, the team brings together strategy, governance, engagement activity. We connect colleagues, senior leaders, elected members and partners; translate complex information to clear advice and action; and help maintain a strong focus on delivery and better outcomes for Buckinghamshire residents. As a newly formed team, we are developing a collaborative, visible and forward-looking service that adds value across the directorate and supports continuous learning, innovation and improvement. We are ambitious and dynamic and are committed to continuous improvement and encouraging development. Hard work and success deserves recognition. That’s why we pride ourselves on the benefits we give our people. We actively encourage a good work-life balance and promote flexible and agile working arrangements. We provide discounts on various Cafés, restaurants, shops and auto enrolment onto our generous Pension Scheme. In addition to the opportunity to gain membership to Costco, we have discounted gym memberships, travel discounts with Arriva and much more. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Location: Aylesbury Help build the waste infrastructure Buckinghamshire needs for the future Waste is changing. The way we collect, move, treat and dispose of waste is changing too, and that means we need the right infrastructure to support it. We are looking for an experienced Waste Commissioning Lead Officer - Infrastructure to help us deliver that change. This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys taking a complex project and turning it into something real. You could be developing a new waste facility, improving an existing site, procuring a major construction contract, working through a challenging design or managing a contractor through construction. You will be involved from the early stages of a project through to completion, commissioning and handover into day-to-day operation. You will bring together waste knowledge, project management, construction, commercial and contract management, working with a wide range of specialists to make sure our infrastructure works not just on paper, but in the real world. A waste facility needs to work for the people operating it every day. It needs to accommodate the right waste flows and vehicle movements, be safe and practical to operate, meet planning and environmental requirements, manage risks such as fire, noise and odour, and provide resilience when the service is under pressure. You will be the person helping to bring all those requirements together. Buckinghamshire Council is a relatively new organisation that combines the strengths and expertise of the previous five councils in the county to create positive change for local people, communities, and businesses. We are firmly focused on the future and have made a clear commitment to serve residents better and to provide stronger representation for Buckinghamshire, both locally and nationally. We're part of Neighbourhood Services, Communities, working with partners and providers to deliver effective, efficient waste management for residents and businesses. Our team is dedicated to innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement-ensuring our services not only meet today's needs but also anticipate tomorrow's challenges. By harnessing our collective expertise and resources, we strive to make Buckinghamshire a cleaner, greener, and more sustainable place to live and work. As Waste Commissioning Lead Officer - Infrastructure, you will lead the delivery of major waste infrastructure projects and programmes from concept through to commissioning and operational handover. Working with colleagues across waste operations, engineering, procurement, finance, planning, legal and environmental services, as well as external consultants and contractors, you will coordinate multidisciplinary teams to ensure projects are delivered safely, efficiently and provide long-term value. You will oversee all stages of the project lifecycle, including business case development, design, procurement, construction, commissioning and handover, ensuring infrastructure is designed around the practical needs of waste operations. This includes considering operational requirements, health and safety, environmental compliance, service continuity, capacity planning and whole-life costs. While you won't be expected to be the technical expert in every discipline, you will be confident bringing together specialist knowledge, challenging assumptions, managing risks and driving effective decision-making to deliver successful outcomes. As an 'any-desk' worker, you'll need to be connected to our network to access digital folders and resources, but this can either be from home or an office location when required. You will be required to work from the office a couple of times a week, depending on your role and team requirements. We are looking for someone who has genuine experience of delivering complex projects, ideally within infrastructure, construction, environmental services, utilities or another similarly complex environment. You will understand that successful project delivery isn't just about producing a programme and reporting against it. It's about understanding what needs to be achieved, getting the right people around the table, identifying problems early, making decisions and keeping everyone focused on the outcome. You will have experience of taking projects from early concept through to delivery and ideally into operational use. For further information on this role please see the attached job summary. Working arrangements: Office working two days per week across sites. Could be required to work at our Operational Waste Transfer Station in High Wycombe at times. Flexible working remainder of time. Closing date: Wednesday 23rd September 2026 Interview date: Wednesday 30 th September & Thursday 1st October 2026 Interview-type / process: Gateway Offices, In person This post is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore applicants are required to declare: • All unspent cautions and/or unspent convictions For further information on how long it takes for cautions and convictions cautions to become spent, please refer to our guide on the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (updated 2023) | Nacro We understand that candidates may use AI tools to assist with their applications. While we welcome innovation, we expect all submissions to reflect your own experience, skills, and achievements accurately. Please ensure your application is truthful and demonstrates your personal capabilities, as this will be assessed during the selection process. We have a set of values, which our employees have chosen, that represent what we are - Proud, Ambitious, Collaborative and Trustworthy. By joining Buckinghamshire Council, you can expect: • a fair and inclusive culture, • the chance to really make a difference to those around you, • health and well-being initiatives including an Employee Assistance Programme, Mental Health First Aiders and mindfulness workshops, • a unified voice through our Employee Representative Group, • ongoing support, and the opportunity to develop and progress in your career with us, • opportunities to take part in fun activities such as fundraising and social events At Buckinghamshire Council, we know that our biggest strength comes from the people that work for us, and that's why we're working hard to ensure we continue to be an accessible and inclusive organisation. From dedicated staff networks overseen by our Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Steering Group, to proudly standing as a Disability Confident employer, it's important to us that all our colleagues feel engaged, listened to, and valued. Our offer of flexible working empowers a productive and happy workforce and allows employees to combine work with other responsibilities and commitments. We believe our workforce should reflect the diverse communities we service in Buckinghamshire, and are looking for like-minded individuals to join us in promoting equality, fairness, and inclusion for everyone. Our Communities directorate works across the county to deliver a number of the key customer-facing services that our residents, businesses and visitors rely on everyday. This directorate includes a wide range of services, including: • collecting and disposing of waste and recycling, • maintaining our roads and Rights of Way network and parking, • ensuring the delivery of school transport, and supporting sustainable travel including public bus services and School Crossing Patrollers, • managing Country Parks, • leisure facilities, museums, theatres and libraries, as well as developing our Cultural Strategy, • Licensing, Environmental Health and Trading Standards, • Cemeteries and Crematoria The customer is central to how we develop and deliver all of these services, which help promote our rich and vibrant culture and special environment. We are looking for enthusiastic, ambitious and committed individuals to join our team and help us to continue to make Buckinghamshire a great place to live, work and visit. This is an exciting time for us as we bring together the services previously run by five separate councils before Buckinghamshire Council was created. Whilst making major changes to contracts affecting residents across Bucks, we continue to focus on delivering great customer service. You will join us on our journey of continuous improvement - whether that's through developing strategies and ways of working or delivering services on the ground, every person in Communities is a valued member of the team. Hard work and success deserves recognition. That's why we pride ourselves on the benefits we give our people. We actively encourage a good work-life balance and promote flexible and agile working arrangements. We provide discounts on various Cafés, restaurants, shops and auto enrolment onto our generous Pension Scheme. In addition to the opportunity to gain membership to Costco, we have discounted gym memberships, travel discounts with Arriva and much more. working-buckinghamshire-council/ #J-18808-Ljbffr

Are you an experienced flood risk or drainage professional looking for an opportunity to lead a specialist team and influence how growth is delivered across Buckinghamshire? This is an exciting opportunity to lead Buckinghamshire Council's Sustainable Drainage Team and play a pivotal role in ensuring new development is supported by high-quality sustainable drainage, effective surface water management and climate-resilient design. As Sustainable Drainage Team Leader, you will oversee the Lead Local Flood Authority's role within the planning process, influencing major development proposals, strategic infrastructure projects and planning policy across one of the country's largest unitary authorities. You will help shape how Buckinghamshire responds to the challenges of climate change, growth and flood risk while supporting the delivery of sustainable places for communities and businesses. Buckinghamshire Council is a relatively new organisation that combines the strengths and expertise of the previous five councils in the county to create positive change for local people, communities, and businesses. We are firmly focused on the future and have made a clear commitment to serve residents better and to provide stronger representation for Buckinghamshire, both locally and nationally. The Planning, Growth and Sustainability Directorate works with partners to help shape the future of Buckinghamshire. We deliver planning, economic growth, regeneration, strategic infrastructure, and transport strategy services, helping to create thriving communities, successful businesses and sustainable development. The Climate Change and Flood Risk Management (CCFRM Team) manages flood risk in Buckinghamshire and the council’s response to climate change. The Team is comprised of the Flood Management Team, the Sustainable Drainage Team, Project Groundwater, the Flood Capital Programme Team, and the Climate Response Team, with officers who are enthusiastic and passionate about managing local flood risk and climate change mitigation and adaptation. The CCFRM Team delivers the statutory duties of the Lead Local Flood Authority (LLFA), under the Flood and Water Management Act (2010) and Land Drainage Act (1991); develops and delivers a wide range of flood management and research projects; guides the flood management approach regarding large infrastructure projects; manages large tree planting and sustainable energy projects; and the council’s Climate Change and Air Quality Strategy. Buckinghamshire presents a unique and varied flood risk management challenge, encompassing major growth areas, nationally significant infrastructure projects, market towns, rural catchments and environmentally sensitive locations. This diversity provides excellent opportunities to develop your expertise while making a tangible difference to local communities. As Sustainable Drainage Team Leader, you will lead Buckinghamshire Council's Sustainable Drainage Team and oversee the Lead Local Flood Authority's role within the planning process. You will manage a team of specialist officers, providing technical leadership on surface water drainage and flood risk matters for major and non-major developments, strategic growth sites and nationally significant infrastructure projects. Working closely with planning officers, developers, consultants and other Risk Management Authorities, you will promote high-quality sustainable drainage, blue-green infrastructure and climate-resilient development across Buckinghamshire. You will play a key role in shaping local planning policy, contributing to Strategic Flood Risk Assessments and supporting the emerging Buckinghamshire Local Plan, while driving service improvements and helping to shape the future direction of flood risk management across the county. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced flood risk or drainage professional to combine technical expertise, leadership and strategic influence within a highly respected Flood Risk Management service. Any-Desk: As an ‘any-desk’ worker, you’ll need to be connected to our network to access digital folders and resources, but this can either be from home or an office location when required. You will be required to work from the office a couple of times a week, depending on your role and team requirements. We are looking for an experienced and motivated flood risk or drainage professional who has the technical expertise, leadership skills and strategic awareness to lead a specialist team within a busy Lead Local Flood Authority environment. You will have: • A degree, or equivalent qualification, in a relevant discipline such as Civil Engineering, Environmental Science, Geography, Flood Risk Management or a related subject., • Significant experience within a Lead Local Flood Authority, local planning authority, consultancy, Environment Agency, water company or similar organisation involved in drainage, flood risk and development planning., • Extensive knowledge of Sustainable Drainage Systems (SuDS), surface water management and flood risk legislation, policy and best practice., • Experience leading, managing or mentoring technical staff., • A strong understanding of the planning system and the role of the Lead Local Flood Authority., • Experience of working on major development proposals and strategic sites., • The ability to manage competing priorities while delivering high-quality outcomes within statutory timescales., • Strong analytical, communication, negotiation and stakeholder engagement skills., • Experience contributing to planning policy, strategic flood risk work, guidance documents or wider service improvements., • The confidence and credibility to represent the Council in public and professional settings. Professional membership of CIWEM, ICE or a similar professional body would be advantageous. This post is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore applicants are required to declare: • All unspent cautions and/or unspent convictions For roles that require Standard or Enhanced DBS checks please use wording below: This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore applicants are required to declare: • All unspent convictions and conditional cautions, • All spent convictions and adult cautions that are not protected (i.e. that are not filtered out) as defined by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2020 and 2023). We understand that candidates may use AI tools to assist with their applications. While we welcome innovation, we expect all submissions to reflect your own experience, skills, and achievements accurately. Please ensure your application is truthful and demonstrates your personal capabilities, as this will be assessed during the selection process. We have a set of values, which our employees have chosen, that represent what we are – Proud, Ambitious, Collaborative and Trustworthy. By joining Buckinghamshire Council, you can expect: • a fair and inclusive culture, • the chance to really make a difference to those around you, • health and well-being initiatives including an Employee Assistance Programme, Mental Health First Aiders and mindfulness workshops, • a unified voice through our Employee Representative Group, • ongoing support, and the opportunity to develop and progress in your career with us, • opportunities to take part in fun activities such as fundraising and social events At Buckinghamshire Council, we know that our biggest strength comes from the people that work for us, and that’s why we’re working hard to ensure we continue to be an accessible and inclusive organisation. From dedicated staff networks overseen by our Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Steering Group, to proudly standing as a Disability Confident employer, it’s important to us that all our colleagues feel engaged, listened to, and valued. Our offer of flexible working empowers a productive and happy workforce and allows employees to combine work with other responsibilities and commitments. We believe our workforce should reflect the diverse communities we service in Buckinghamshire, and are looking for like-minded individuals to join us in promoting equality, fairness, and inclusion for everyone. Our Planning, Growth and Sustainability directorate works with partners to help shape the future of Buckinghamshire. We deliver services on planning, economic growth, regeneration, strategic infrastructure, transport and property. Our key priorities include developing the economic narrative for Bucks, creating more jobs and delivering the right infrastructure to help businesses and residents thrive. We also aim to provide a proactive planning service that is responsive, whilst making the best use of the Council’s land and property portfolio. This will in turn support community services and create housing, jobs, regeneration and income to support public services. It’s a great time to join one of our teams. As part of the Planning, Growth and Sustainability function you will not only get to help shape the economic future of Buckinghamshire; you’ll also be involved in delivering high-profile development projects and work on some of the biggest infrastructure projects in the UK. You will support us to deliver the results that our local residents and businesses deserve. Hard work and success deserves recognition. That’s why we pride ourselves on the benefits we give our people. We actively encourage a good work-life balance and promote flexible and agile working arrangements. We provide discounts on various Cafés, restaurants, shops and auto enrolment onto our generous Pension Scheme. In addition to the opportunity to gain membership to Costco, we have discounted gym memberships, travel discounts with Arriva and much more. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Location: Aylesbury Are you an experienced flood risk or drainage professional looking for an opportunity to lead a specialist team and influence how growth is delivered across Buckinghamshire? This is an exciting opportunity to lead Buckinghamshire Council's Sustainable Drainage Team and play a pivotal role in ensuring new development is supported by high-quality sustainable drainage, effective surface water management and climate-resilient design. As Sustainable Drainage Team Leader, you will oversee the Lead Local Flood Authority's role within the planning process, influencing major development proposals, strategic infrastructure projects and planning policy across one of the country's largest unitary authorities. You will help shape how Buckinghamshire responds to the challenges of climate change, growth and flood risk while supporting the delivery of sustainable places for communities and businesses. Buckinghamshire Council is a relatively new organisation that combines the strengths and expertise of the previous five councils in the county to create positive change for local people, communities, and businesses. We are firmly focused on the future and have made a clear commitment to serve residents better and to provide stronger representation for Buckinghamshire, both locally and nationally. The Planning, Growth and Sustainability Directorate works with partners to help shape the future of Buckinghamshire. We deliver planning, economic growth, regeneration, strategic infrastructure, and transport strategy services, helping to create thriving communities, successful businesses and sustainable development. The Climate Change and Flood Risk Management (CCFRM Team) manages flood risk in Buckinghamshire and the council's response to climate change. The Team is comprised of the Flood Management Team, the Sustainable Drainage Team, Project Groundwater, the Flood Capital Programme Team, and the Climate Response Team, with officers who are enthusiastic and passionate about managing local flood risk and climate change mitigation and adaptation. The CCFRM Team delivers the statutory duties of the Lead Local Flood Authority (LLFA), under the Flood and Water Management Act (2010) and Land Drainage Act (1991); develops and delivers a wide range of flood management and research projects; guides the flood management approach regarding large infrastructure projects; manages large tree planting and sustainable energy projects; and the council's Climate Change and Air Quality Strategy. Buckinghamshire presents a unique and varied flood risk management challenge, encompassing major growth areas, nationally significant infrastructure projects, market towns, rural catchments and environmentally sensitive locations. This diversity provides excellent opportunities to develop your expertise while making a tangible difference to local communities. As Sustainable Drainage Team Leader, you will lead Buckinghamshire Council's Sustainable Drainage Team and oversee the Lead Local Flood Authority's role within the planning process. You will manage a team of specialist officers, providing technical leadership on surface water drainage and flood risk matters for major and non-major developments, strategic growth sites and nationally significant infrastructure projects. Working closely with planning officers, developers, consultants and other Risk Management Authorities, you will promote high-quality sustainable drainage, blue-green infrastructure and climate-resilient development across Buckinghamshire. You will play a key role in shaping local planning policy, contributing to Strategic Flood Risk Assessments and supporting the emerging Buckinghamshire Local Plan, while driving service improvements and helping to shape the future direction of flood risk management across the county. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced flood risk or drainage professional to combine technical expertise, leadership and strategic influence within a highly respected Flood Risk Management service. As an 'any-desk' worker, you'll need to be connected to our network to access digital folders and resources, but this can either be from home or an office location when required. You will be required to work from the office a couple of times a week, depending on your role and team requirements. We are looking for an experienced and motivated flood risk or drainage professional who has the technical expertise, leadership skills and strategic awareness to lead a specialist team within a busy Lead Local Flood Authority environment. You will have: • A degree, or equivalent qualification, in a relevant discipline such as Civil Engineering, Environmental Science, Geography, Flood Risk Management or a related subject., • Significant experience within a Lead Local Flood Authority, local planning authority, consultancy, Environment Agency, water company or similar organisation involved in drainage, flood risk and development planning., • Extensive knowledge of Sustainable Drainage Systems (SuDS), surface water management and flood risk legislation, policy and best practice., • Experience leading, managing or mentoring technical staff., • A strong understanding of the planning system and the role of the Lead Local Flood Authority., • Experience of working on major development proposals and strategic sites., • The ability to manage competing priorities while delivering high-quality outcomes within statutory timescales., • Strong analytical, communication, negotiation and stakeholder engagement skills., • Experience contributing to planning policy, strategic flood risk work, guidance documents or wider service improvements., • The confidence and credibility to represent the Council in public and professional settings. Professional membership of CIWEM, ICE or a similar professional body would be advantageous. This post is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore applicants are required to declare: • All unspent cautions and/or unspent convictions For further information on how long it takes for cautions and convictions cautions to become spent, please refer to our guide on the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (updated 2023) | Nacro For roles that require Standard or Enhanced DBS checks please use wording below: This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore applicants are required to declare: • All unspent convictions and conditional cautions, • All spent convictions and adult cautions that are not protected (i.e. that are not filtered out) as defined by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2020 and 2023). For further information on filtering please refer to Nacro guidance and the guidance published by the Ministry of Justice (see, in particular, the section titled 'Exceptions Order'). We understand that candidates may use AI tools to assist with their applications. While we welcome innovation, we expect all submissions to reflect your own experience, skills, and achievements accurately. Please ensure your application is truthful and demonstrates your personal capabilities, as this will be assessed during the selection process. We have a set of values, which our employees have chosen, that represent what we are - Proud, Ambitious, Collaborative and Trustworthy. By joining Buckinghamshire Council, you can expect: • a fair and inclusive culture, • the chance to really make a difference to those around you, • health and well-being initiatives including an Employee Assistance Programme, Mental Health First Aiders and mindfulness workshops, • a unified voice through our Employee Representative Group, • ongoing support, and the opportunity to develop and progress in your career with us, • opportunities to take part in fun activities such as fundraising and social events At Buckinghamshire Council, we know that our biggest strength comes from the people that work for us, and that's why we're working hard to ensure we continue to be an accessible and inclusive organisation. From dedicated staff networks overseen by our Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Steering Group, to proudly standing as a Disability Confident employer, it's important to us that all our colleagues feel engaged, listened to, and valued. Our offer of flexible working empowers a productive and happy workforce and allows employees to combine work with other responsibilities and commitments. We believe our workforce should reflect the diverse communities we service in Buckinghamshire, and are looking for like-minded individuals to join us in promoting equality, fairness, and inclusion for everyone. Our Planning, Growth and Sustainability directorate works with partners to help shape the future of Buckinghamshire. We deliver services on planning, economic growth, regeneration, strategic infrastructure, transport and property. Our key priorities include developing the economic narrative for Bucks, creating more jobs and delivering the right infrastructure to help businesses and residents thrive. We also aim to provide a proactive planning service that is responsive, whilst making the best use of the Council's land and property portfolio. This will in turn support community services and create housing, jobs, regeneration and income to support public services. It's a great time to join one of our teams. As part of the Planning, Growth and Sustainability function you will not only get to help shape the economic future of Buckinghamshire; you'll also be involved in delivering high-profile development projects and work on some of the biggest infrastructure projects in the UK. You will support us to deliver the results that our local residents and businesses deserve. Hard work and success deserves recognition. That's why we pride ourselves on the benefits we give our people. We actively encourage a good work-life balance and promote flexible and agile working arrangements. We provide discounts on various Cafés, restaurants, shops and auto enrolment onto our generous Pension Scheme. In addition to the opportunity to gain membership to Costco, we have discounted gym memberships, travel discounts with Arriva and much more. working-buckinghamshire-council/ #J-18808-Ljbffr

Location: Aylesbury We are seeking a Senior Operational Safety and Compliance Officer to lead and strengthen health, safety and compliance across our Waste and Street Scene Services in the North of the County and across Buckinghamshire. This is a high-profile role at the heart of service delivery, ensuring our operations are safe, compliant, resilient and aligned with industry best practice. You will play a pivotal role in promoting a positive safety culture, providing expert advice and assurance on operational risks, statutory compliance and safe working practices. Working closely with service managers, contractors and key stakeholders, you will lead safety improvement initiatives, support service transformation programmes and drive continuous improvement to protect our workforce, residents and communities. This is an exciting opportunity to influence how essential public services are delivered, ensuring the highest standards of operational safety, regulatory compliance and service Our Communities directorate work across the county to deliver a number of the key customer facing services that our residents, businesses and visitors rely on every day. This includes collecting and disposing of waste, maintaining highways and managing country parks, leisure facilities and libraries. The customer is central to how we develop and deliver all of these services, which help promote our rich and vibrant culture. Buckinghamshire Council is a relatively new organisation that combines the strengths and expertise of the previous five councils in the county to create positive change for local people, communities, and businesses. We are firmly focused on the future and have made a clear commitment to serve residents better and to provide stronger representation for Buckinghamshire, both locally and nationally. As Senior Operational Safety and Compliance Officer, you will lead and manage a complex portfolio of operational safety, compliance and service improvement projects, ensuring the safe, efficient and compliant delivery of key service priorities. Supporting organisational, financial, procurement and operational objectives, you will play a pivotal role in driving continuous improvement, strengthening governance arrangements and promoting a positive safety culture across services. Working closely with senior leaders, operational teams, contractors and external partners, you will provide expert advice and leadership on health and safety, compliance, risk management and service transformation initiatives. You will ensure that statutory obligations are met, best practice is embedded and that safety remains at the forefront of operational decision-making. You will lead on the development, implementation and monitoring of policies, procedures and improvement programmes, proactively identifying and managing risks while ensuring robust governance and compliance frameworks are maintained. • Lead and manage operational safety, compliance and service improvement programmes from inception through to successful delivery., • Provide professional advice and guidance on health and safety legislation, compliance requirements and industry best practice., • Ensure health, safety, environmental and regulatory considerations are embedded within all service planning, projects and operational activities., • Develop and implement policies, procedures, business cases and improvement plans aligned to corporate and service priorities., • Monitor compliance performance, identifying areas for improvement and ensuring corrective actions are implemented effectively., • Establish effective governance, performance monitoring and reporting arrangements, providing clear updates on compliance, risks, incidents and key milestones., • Produce high-quality dashboards, reports and presentations for senior management, Directors and Members., • Lead investigations into incidents, near misses and compliance issues, identifying root causes and implementing preventative measures., • Undertake audits, inspections and reviews to ensure compliance with legislative, regulatory and organisational requirements., • Work collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders to promote safe working practices and effective risk management., • Analyse complex operational, performance and compliance data to identify trends and recommend solutions that improve service delivery and safety outcomes., • Foster a culture of continuous improvement, accountability and operational safety excellence across services. As a 'fixed' worker, you'll spend most of your time in the same location, which will likely be a fixed office or location where your role is performed. Typically, you'll be based in the same location as the rest of your team, because you provide a particular service from that fixed location or need access to information there. You are an experienced leader with a strong background in health and safety, compliance, risk management, operational assurance, and service transformation within a large, complex organisation. You have a proven track record of delivering organisational change, improving performance, and ensuring services operate safely, efficiently, and in line with regulatory requirements. You possess a thorough understanding of health and safety legislation, compliance frameworks, risk management principles, and industry best practice. Your experience includes conducting audits, inspections and incident investigations, as well as implementing effective corrective and preventative actions that drive continuous improvement. A confident and credible communicator, you can build strong relationships and influence stakeholders at all levels. You are comfortable working collaboratively with operational teams, senior managers, elected members, contractors, trade unions, corporate services, external partners and regulatory bodies, providing both support and constructive challenge where required. You have strong analytical skills and can interpret complex information, identify emerging risks and trends, and develop practical, evidence-based solutions. You are experienced in developing policies, procedures, business cases, performance reports and monitoring frameworks that improve service delivery and support strategic decision-making. Professionally qualified with a NEBOSH General Certificate (or equivalent), you are committed to continuous professional development and ideally hold membership of a recognised professional body such as IOSH. You are passionate about promoting a positive culture of health, safety and wellbeing, whilst driving innovation, compliance and operational excellence. This is a high-impact leadership role within the Waste and Street Scene senior management team. You will design, mobilise and deliver programmes that transform service delivery, improve efficiency and respond to evolving legislative, environmental and operational challenges. Working closely with operational leaders, corporate services, elected members and external partners, you will ensure programme outcomes align with council priorities and deliver measurable benefits for residents and communities. No two days will be the same. From developing business cases and managing programme risks to leading stakeholder engagement, driving cultural change and delivering service improvements, you will thrive in a varied and fast-paced environment. You will also be flexible in your approach to working hours, recognising that operational requirements may occasionally require earlier starts or later finishes within the 37-hour working week. Closing date: 27th September 2026 Stage 1 interviews: TBC and successful candidates will then be invited back for a final stage interview. Contact Head of North Waste Collection and Street Scene Services John Mooteealoo on [email protected] This post is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore applicants are required to declare: • All unspent cautions and/or unspent convictions For further information on how long it takes for cautions and convictions cautions to become spent, please refer to our guide on the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (updated 2023) | Nacro We understand that candidates may use AI tools to assist with their applications. While we welcome innovation, we expect all submissions to reflect your own experience, skills, and achievements accurately. Please ensure your application is truthful and demonstrates your personal capabilities, as this will be assessed during the selection process. We reserve the right to close the vacancy once we have received sufficient applications, so please be advised to submit your application as early as possible. We have a set of values, which our employees have chosen, that represent what we are - Proud, Ambitious, Collaborative and Trustworthy. By joining Buckinghamshire Council, you can expect: • a fair and inclusive culture, • the chance to really make a difference to those around you, • health and well-being initiatives including an Employee Assistance Programme, Mental Health First Aiders and mindfulness workshops, • a unified voice through our Employee Representative Group, • ongoing support, and the opportunity to develop and progress in your career with us, • opportunities to take part in fun activities such as fundraising and social events At Buckinghamshire Council, we know that our biggest strength comes from the people that work for us, and that's why we're working hard to ensure we continue to be an accessible and inclusive organisation. From dedicated staff networks overseen by our Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Steering Group, to proudly standing as a Disability Confident employer, it's important to us that all our colleagues feel engaged, listened to and valued. Our offer of flexible working empowers a productive and happy workforce and allows employees to combine work with other responsibilities and commitments. We believe our workforce should reflect the diverse communities we service in Buckinghamshire, and are looking for like‑minded individuals to join us in promoting equality, fairness, and inclusion for everyone. Our Communities directorate works across the county to deliver a number of the key customer-facing services that our residents, businesses and visitors rely on every day. This directorate includes a wide range of services, including: • collecting and disposing of waste and recycling, • maintaining our roads and Rights of Way network and parking, • ensuring the delivery of school transport, and supporting sustainable travel including public bus services and School Crossing Patrollers, • managing Country Parks, • leisure facilities, museums, theatres and libraries, as well as developing our Cultural Strategy, • Licensing, Environmental Health and Trading Standards, • Cemeteries and Crematoria The customer is central to how we develop and deliver all of these services, which help promote our rich and vibrant culture and special environment. We are looking for enthusiastic, ambitious and committed individuals to join our team and help us to continue to make Buckinghamshire a great place to live, work and visit. This is an exciting time for us as we bring together the services previously run by five separate councils before Buckinghamshire Council was created. Whilst making major changes to contracts affecting residents across Bucks, we continue to focus on delivering great customer service. You will join us on our journey of continuous improvement – whether that's through developing strategies and ways of working or delivering services on the ground, every person in Communities is a valued member of the team. Hard work and success deserves recognition. That's why we pride ourselves on the benefits we give our people. We actively encourage a good work-life balance and promote flexible and agile working arrangements. We provide discounts on various Cafés, restaurants, shops and auto enrolment onto our generous Pension Scheme. In addition to the opportunity to gain membership to Costco, we have discounted gym memberships, travel discounts with Arriva and much more. working-buckinghamshire-council/ #J-18808-Ljbffr