Estates and Environmental Improvement Manager

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Salary range: Grade 12 £50,085 - £52,194 p.a. plus fantastic benefits

Contract: Permanent

Hours of work: 36 hours per week

Location: Croydon

About The Role

• Lead a team responsible for developing and delivering a range of estate and environmental improvement projects.
• Plan and deliver estate and environmental improvement projects.
• Monitor contracts, budgets, and compliance.
• Drive service improvements and report on performance.

About You

• Experience of working in collaboration with residents to develop and deliver environmental improvement.
• Experience of managing complex projects using a range of project management techniques.
• Experience of leading housing or environmental projects.
• Strong contract management and budget monitoring skills.
• Leadership skills with the ability to motivate and develop teams.
• Knowledge of housing services, compliance, and community engagement.
• Full driving licence.
• A trade NVQ 3 or equivalent experience.

Benefits

• Inclusive Culture: Join a team that values diversity and is committed to creating a supportive work environment where all staff can thrive.
• Career Development: We invest in our staff and support their development.
• Generous Benefits Package: Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including a Local Government Pension Scheme with an average employer contribution of 20%, up to 31 days of annual leave (eligibility criteria apply) in addition to Bank Holidays and option to purchase more, a commitment to your well‑being and work‑life balance with access to the confidential and free Employee Assistance Programme 24/7.
• Family Friendly provisions: Generous maternity leave and family leave provisions.
• Make a Difference: Be part of a council that is dedicated to improving the lives of its residents through effective and compassionate housing management. At Croydon relationships matter and we are about strong partnerships and working together to make lasting positive change.

Application Closing Date: 11 th January 2026

Assessment Centres: Week commencing – 19 th January 2026

Equal Opportunities Statement

Croydon Council is an inclusive employer and welcomes applications from all sections of the community. Subject to business needs, we will be pleased to consider applications from candidates seeking flexible working arrangements and support hybrid working, whereby staff attend the workplace for part of their working week and work from home, or elsewhere, remotely for the rest of the time.

As users of the disability confident scheme, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the advertised role.

Croydon council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment.

The successful candidate will be subject to a DBS check if the role requires one.