Interim Service Director of Environment

</p> <p><strong>Interim Service Director – Environment</strong></p> <p>Are you an experienced and resilient leader with a passion for delivering high-quality public services and driving meaningful change?</p> <p>We are seeking an <strong>Interim Service Director – Environment</strong> to lead a diverse portfolio of services including <strong>highways and infrastructure, waste, streetscene, regulation and enforcement, and emergency planning</strong>. This is a high-profile leadership role requiring a dynamic individual who can operate confidently at both strategic and operational levels.</p> <p>You will provide visible leadership across large frontline service teams, build strong partnerships with a wide range of stakeholders, and drive continuous improvement to deliver excellent outcomes for local communities. Working as part of a collaborative senior leadership team, you will help shape and deliver ambitious environmental and place-based priorities.</p> <p>The successful candidate will bring:</p> <ul> <li>Significant senior leadership experience across environmental, neighbourhood, public realm, highways, waste, or regulatory services.</li> <li>A proven track record of leading large, complex service areas through change and transformation.</li> <li>Strong stakeholder management and partnership-building skills.</li> <li>Commercial awareness, political sensitivity, and excellent communication skills.</li> <li>The ability to inspire, motivate, and lead high-performing teams in a fast-paced environment.</li> </ul> <p>Reference 000B 2A62 / 1</p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p> If you are interested in the role, please email your CV to Beth@essentialemploy.co.uk quoting the reference number. </p> <p>Essential Employment is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. Essential Employment is an Equal Opportunities Employer.</p> <p>All our roles may be subject to pre-employment checks including references so please be prepared</p>