Jobs in Warwick

Provide comprehensive housing advice to customers at the first point of contact to maximize their housing opportunities and prevent homelessness. Offer advice on homelessness, rehousing options, and allocations including Home Choice via telephone, written, and electronic communication. (30%) Establish cases on the database, effectively filter cases for appointments with Housing Options Officers ensuring all relevant documents are available in advance of the appointments. (20%) Conduct eligibility and homelessness checks, ensuring that documents provided are valid, that evidence of current income sources are obtained, and reasons for homelessness are evidenced. Perform administrative functions related to the Council s Choice Based Lettings Scheme (Home Choice), including registering and banding of new applications, reviewing and amending applications, placing bids on behalf of customers, inputting data, and keeping accurate case notes. (15%) Administer the allocations of the Council s garages ensuring that empty garages are relet in accordance with agreed processes including dealing with applications, offers, and sign up of garages. Respond to customer enquiries relating to garages. (10%) Liaise with internal colleagues, statutory agencies, and voluntary organizations to ensure appropriate referrals and signposting to other services are undertaken. (10%) Update and maintain customer casework records on the system in a timely and accurate manner. (10%) Participate in the team weekly rota. (5%)

Managing client, contractor and partner relationships Completing compliance checks Providing guidance on commissioning Carrying out Risk Assessments Ensuring materials, labour and general requests are submitted to the relevant teams in timely manner Liaising closely with the wider team

Manage subcontractors, teams and deal with any issues when neededManage all Health and Safety policies and procedures and ensure they are being followed Ensure close liaison with retrofit designers, installers and retrofit co-ordinatorBe responsible for the overall management and day to day running of the site Ensure projects are being delivered to a high specification and on time

Manage the letting of properties in the designated area, ensuring all processes are completed efficiently and in compliance with relevant regulations. Provide excellent customer service to prospective tenants, guiding them through the application and tenancy process. Coordinate property viewings and maintain effective communication with applicants. Ensure all tenancy agreements and related documentation are accurately completed and filed. Collaborate with internal teams and external partners to facilitate smooth property transitions. Maintain up-to-date records of all lettings activities and report on key performance metrics.

Interim Building Safety Lead Warwick District Council £400-£450p/d Umbrella (Inside IR35) 3-month initial contract - with potential for extension Hybrid working - office presence required for collaboration and site-specific responsibilities This local authority is looking for an experienced Building Safety Lead to champion compliance, build best practice, and act as the key contact with the Building Safety Regulator for High-Risk Residential Buildings. What will you be doing? Leading on building and fire safety compliance across a broad housing portfolio, including 5,483 rented homes, 15 shared ownership properties, and 601 leaseholds Acting as the main point of contact for the Building Safety Regulator, overseeing reporting, performance, and assurance across HRRBs Owning the Asbestos Management Plan and supporting compliance with all property-related safety duties Advising and guiding senior leaders, contractors, and residents on fire and structural safety under the new Building Safety regime Coordinating cross-departmental relationships to avoid silos and promote consistent, risk-aware working practices Leading on health and safety-related policy, KPIs, training, and contract performance monitoring Supporting with internal reports and strategic planning as part of the wider Neighbourhood & Assets leadership team Helping embed a proactive culture of compliance, data transparency, and tenant engagement What are we looking for? To hit the ground running, you'll need: UK Resident NEBOSH General Certificate (essential); NEBOSH Diploma (or working towards) preferred Minimum 3 years' experience managing property compliance within a housing or local authority context Expertise in areas such as asbestos, legionella, fire risk, lifts, electrical, or gas safety Strong understanding of the new Building Safety legislation and Regulator expectations A collaborative mindset and confidence working with senior stakeholders, contractors, and tenants The ability to build systems, processes, and compliance frameworks from the ground up Experience managing contract performance, reporting KPIs, and leading health & safety audits Bonus points if you hold additional certifications (e.g. P405, TechIOSH, CMIOSH, MIFireE) or have worked on ISO or FRA auditing frameworks.Why this role? This is a newly created role with real scope to shape culture, systems, and outcomes. You'll work with a passionate, high-performing team and contribute directly to the safety and well-being of thousands of residents. What next? Interviews are expected to take place shortly, and the council is keen to appoint quickly. If this sounds like your next step, apply now with an up-to-date CV and we'll be in touch to discuss further.

Ensure compliance with all relevant building safety regulations and standards. Conduct regular inspections and audits of building facilities to identify potential safety hazards. Develop and implement safety policies and procedures. Coordinate with various departments to ensure the effective implementation of safety measures. Provide training and guidance to staff on safety protocols and emergency procedures. Prepare detailed reports on safety inspections and incidents, and recommend corrective actions. Act as the point of contact for any safety-related inquiries and issues.

Ensure the management of the Service Area is economic, effective, and efficient, including preparation, implementation, and monitoring of a Service Area Plan; exercise budgetary control; and undertake all aspects of good people management. Drive change within the Service Area and across the Council by leading the delivery of the Council s Corporate Strategy and major corporate programs and initiatives; ensure value for money and improvements to service delivery; maintain high standards of conduct; benchmark against other authorities; explore opportunities for joint working to improve service delivery; and contribute to the Council s strategic objectives. Operate and behave as a senior manager in accordance with the Council s values; act as a role model for the leadership team; challenge practices, manage, and deliver cultural and behavioral change as necessary. Provide advice to the Chief Executive, Deputy Chief Executive, Senior Leadership Team, and Elected Members to ensure development opportunities are explored, corporate objectives, priorities, and statutory responsibilities are met, and that the Council complies with its legal obligations. Contribute to achieving corporate objectives and priorities through effective team working, demonstrating a shared purpose on the Council s Senior Leadership Team (SLT). Ensure an appropriate media and public information response is coordinated in respect of any issues within the Service Area. Report to Elected Members on service delivery, budgetary control, customer-focused performance, and strategic and policy development while supporting the Portfolio Holder(s) in championing the Service Area. Develop partnerships and strong collaborative working relationships with other public authorities, the voluntary and community sector, service providers/suppliers, and other agencies to enhance the quality of the service and deliver value for money and customer-focused services.

Property Sales Coordinator - Sales & Lettings, Leamington Spa