DLO Operations Manager

Please note that although this job advert is for a permanent post, offers for fixed term contracts may also be made from this file.

BAND:  8

JOB PURPOSE:
To lead and manage a range of teams to ensure the effective and efficient delivery of DLO operations to meet the needs of customers and the business. The post holder will also lead the continuous review of DLO operations.

To contribute, to the provision of a modern, professional and responsive service to support NIHE business delivery in line with our vision and values

REQUIREMENTS: 
1. Possess an HND level qualification (or equivalent level 4* qualification) in a relevant subject in relation to providing a Construction/Maintenance service.
And
Can demonstrate 3 years’ experience of managing operational service delivery in a similar role** in a Construction/Maintenance environment*** (Please include dates)
OR
2. Possess a level 3* qualification in a relevant subject in relation to providing a Construction/Maintenance service.
And
Can demonstrate 5 years’ experience of managing operational service delivery in a similar role** in a construction maintenance environment*** (Please include dates)

*Refer to Qualifications Framework for equivalencies

**Similar role is defined as day to day operational responsibility for managing a service or business unit, normally reporting to the Head of Service.

***NIHE DLO has 460 employees with a budget of circa £37m to deliver a service to the following key services: planned and response maintenance, grounds maintenance, cyclical electrical inspections, and maintenance of NIHE premises and fleet management.

APPLICATION PROCESS
Application should be made using the on-line application form. Instructionson how to complete the on-line form appears once the form has been accessed. Make sure you follow these instructions.

Candidates unable to use the on-line form can request a manual application form, by emailing recruit@nihe.gov.uk quoting the particular Job Title and Reference Number. Please note that if the candidate uses this method, it is their responsibility to ensure we receive their application by the allocated closing date and time. Guidance on the completion and return of applications is included in the Candidate Guidelines on the job related documents. The Northern Ireland Housing Executive have a policy on the Recruitment of Ex-Offenders, a copy can be made available on request.

LATE APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED EVEN IF DELAYED DUE TO TECHNICAL REASONS. PLEASE NOTE THAT IF YOU ARE LOCKED OUT OF YOUR GETGOT ACCOUNT IT WILL TAKE A MINIMUM OF 10 MINUTES TO RESET YOUR PASSWORD. IF AN APPLICATION IS LATE BECAUSE OF THIS IT WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED.

It is the responsibility of each candidate to ensure that all such information is provided. Candidates who fail to provide sufficient information on which a panel might determine their eligibility for the post will not be shortlisted.

The Housing Executive is an equal opportunities employer. We particularly welcome applications from members of the Protestant community who are currently under represented in parts of our workforce.