Head of Street Scene

2 months ago


UK, UK, United Kingdom Venn Group Full time

Head of Street Scene

Client: Local Authority

Location: West Midlands (3 days on-site)

Contract Duration: 3-6 months (with potential extensions up to 18 months)

Daily Rate: £600p/d umbrella (Inside IR35) - negotiable


Our client, a progressive council in the Midlands, is looking for a Head of Street Scene to lead their service delivery across key areas such as waste management, street cleansing, and grounds maintenance. This is an exceptional opportunity to provide visible leadership and drive transformation in a high-pressure, dynamic environment.


Key Responsibilities:

  • Provide strategic, hands-on leadership across Street Scene services, ensuring top-tier service delivery in waste management, street cleansing, and grounds maintenance
  • Drive change management initiatives to foster continuous improvement and operational efficiency, while ensuring the council meets its strategic goals
  • Collaborate with key stakeholders, including neighbourhood teams and political leaders, to meet community needs and deliver high-impact results
  • Oversee the planning and execution of front-line services, ensuring they operate effectively within a fast-paced, high-pressure urban setting
  • Manage and optimise resources to deliver excellent service in alignment with the council’s objectives and community expectations

Key Requirements:

  • Significant experience leading large-scale operations in a big city environment, particularly within local government or urban councils
  • Strong background in waste management, street cleansing, and grounds maintenance, with a proven track record of driving service improvement in these areas
  • Expertise in change management, with the ability to implement practical solutions to challenges and deliver effective outcomes across multiple services
  • High level of political awareness and experience working in a politically sensitive environment
  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment, with the tenacity and resilience required to meet demanding goals


Additional Attributes:

  • Familiarity with the complexities of delivering front-line services to large urban populations
  • Proven experience in developing and maintaining partnerships with internal teams, external stakeholders, and political entities
  • Strong leadership and decision-making skills, with the ability to balance strategic thinking with operational delivery


This role is perfect for a results-oriented professional who can lead a high-performing team, manage complex projects, and make a tangible difference in the lives of residents. If you're passionate about driving change and enhancing public services, we would love to hear from you and please get in touch.


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