Assistant Director of Public Realm
Assistant Director of Public Realm
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Assistant Director Public Realm
London Borough of Havering
Grade :per annum
Lead the Future of Haverings Public Spaces
Were looking for a strategic and forward-thinking leader to shape the delivery of Haverings public realm services. As one of Londons greenest boroughs were proud of our clean streets vibrant parks and commitment to sustainability. This role offers the opportunity to lead essential services that directly impact the lives of our residents businesses and visitors.
About the Role
As Assistant Director - Public Realm youll oversee a broad portfolio of services including waste and recycling street cleansing parks trees and open spaces. Youll lead high-performing teams manage major contracts and collaborate with stakeholders to deliver services that are efficient inclusive and environmentally responsible.
You will report directly to the Director of Environment and play a key role in shaping borough-wide strategy and delivery.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and implement long-term strategies aligned with council priorities and national policy
- Lead operational teams and manage high-value contracts to ensure service excellence
- Champion sustainability and climate action including biodiversity and low-emission initiatives
- Collaborate with elected members residents and partners to co-design responsive services
- Monitor performance ensure compliance and drive continuous improvement
- Manage budgets and secure external funding to support innovation and infrastructure
- Contribute to leading emergency and seasonal operations including storm fire winter gritting response
- Promote inclusive accessible public spaces for all communities
What Youll Bring
- Proven leadership in large-scale operational services and contract management
- Experience delivering strategic outcomes in public realm or environmental services
- Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills
- Financial acumen and experience managing multi-million-pound budgets
- Passion for sustainability innovation and community impact
- Flexibility to support borough-wide events and out of hours responses
Why Choose Havering
- Excellent Local Government Pension Scheme
- Flexible Working Options including hybrid and remote arrangements
- Generous Annual Leave with the option to buy additional days
- Professional Development commitment to 10 days of learning annually
- Health & Wellbeing Support including mental health resources
- Inclusive Culture guided by our ICARE values: Integrity Creativity Ambition Respect Everyone
Were a council that embraces change encourages fresh ideas and supports career progression. If youre ready to make a lasting impact in a borough that values initiative collaboration and civic pridewe want to hear from you.
Additional Information
- We are a Disability Confident employer applicants with a disability who meet the essential criteria will be guaranteed an interview
- All roles are subject to relevant checks including DBS or Disclosure Scotland depending on access to sensitive data or vulnerable groups
- Internal redeployees will be given priority consideration
For more information about the position please click Job Profile
Please see link to candidate pack Candidate Pack - Public Realm
For an informal discussion about the post please contact to arrange an appointment.
The closing date for the receipt of applications is 10/10/25 however interest in this job may be high and we therefore reserve the right to close the vacancy early.
You will be notified if your application has been successful. Interview date to be confirmed.
Additional Information
We want everyone to choose Havering. When you apply for a job with us your application is considered on its merits regardless of your age disability ethnicity faith gender identity or sexual orientation. Our residents and service users come from all walks of life and so do our employees. Find out what it means to Choose Havering.
The London Borough of Havering has important responsibilities for safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children young people and vulnerable adults. If you are appointed to a job that involves working with these groups you may be subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.
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Required Experience:
Director
Employment Type
Full-Time
