About the role

Are you an experienced leader with a passion for delivering high-quality public services? Do you thrive on managing complex operations and driving innovation? This is your chance to shape services that make a real difference to communities across Ceredigion.

We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Corporate Manager to lead our Local Environment & Fleet Service. This is a key leadership role within Ceredigion County Council, providing strategic direction and expert advice on:

• Circular Economy & Local Environment Strategy
• Local Environment Operations
• Fleet Operations & Maintenance

About the role

You will act as the lead advisor to the Council on all Local Environment and Fleet matters, ensuring services are delivered efficiently, consistently, and in line with corporate objectives. This role involves the management of a large, multi-disciplinary team (including direct supervision of three Service Managers) and overseeing significant budgets exceeding £8m per annum.

You will also play a critical role in emergency response planning, policy development, and driving innovation to achieve the highest standards of performance across our services.

About You

We are looking for an individual who:

• Is educated to degree level (or equivalent experience) and demonstrates ongoing professional development.
• Has at least 5 years’ experience managing teams, with a proven track record of improving performance and delivering high-quality outcomes.
• Possesses a thorough understanding of legislation and regulation relating to Local Environment & Fleet services.
• Demonstrates strong leadership, strategic thinking, and the ability to manage change effectively.

What We Offer

In return for your skills and commitment, we offer:

• Flexi-time scheme – flex when you complete your contractual working hours, helping you balance life and work
• Hybrid working options – choose to work from home or in the office
• Generous annual leave – from 27 to 34 days, plus 8 public holidays
• 14.6% employer pension contribution
• Enhanced family benefits as well as carer’s leave allowance
• Lifestyle savings and wellbeing packages
• Opportunities for professional development

More information

• Job Description and Person Specification

• Recruitment Information Pack

For an informal discussion about this role, please contact Rhodri Llwyd at rhodri.llwyd@ceredigion.gov.uk

Interview date to be confirmed. Interviews will be held remotely to minimise disruption.

Note: We reserve the right to extend the application closing date.