Pendle Borough Council is embarking on an ambitious journey to create a greener, more resilient, and more prosperous future for our communities. We are looking for an exceptional leader to head our Property & Engineering service and drive our climate change agenda with energy, expertise, and imagination. As Head of Property & Engineering, you will:

Lead and develop a multidisciplinary service covering property management, engineering, capital projects, and asset strategy. Oversee the council’s property portfolio, ensuring it is safe, efficient, financially sustainable, and aligned with long‑term community needs. Drive the delivery of major capital programmes, ensuring high standards of design, value for money, and environmental performance. Provide expert leadership on engineering services, infrastructure planning, and technical compliance.

Alongside this, you will serve as the council’s strategic lead for climate change, responsible for:

Shaping and delivering our Climate Action Plan. Embedding sustainability and carbon reduction across all council operations and assets. Working collaboratively with partners, businesses, and communities to accelerate district‑wide climate action. Advising senior leaders and elected members on environmental policy, innovation, and emerging opportunities.

What We’re Looking For

Senior experience in property, engineering, asset management, or a related field. A strong understanding of sustainability, decarbonisation, and climate resilience. A track record of delivering complex capital projects and managing diverse technical teams. Strategic thinking paired with the ability to turn ideas into practical, measurable outcomes. Excellent communication skills and the ability to influence at all levels.

You don’t need to be a climate expert already — but you must be passionate about driving change and ready to lead with purpose. Why Join Us?

A chance to shape a district‑wide sustainability agenda with real impact. A supportive, forward‑thinking leadership team. The opportunity to innovate, modernise services, and deliver visible improvements for residents. A role with breadth, autonomy, and the scope to leave a lasting legacy.

Pendle is in Lancashire’s scenic Pennines, close to the Yorkshire Dales, Lake District, and Manchester. We offer:

Flexible working, including no set core hours, up to 2 flexi days per month, and compressed hours. Up to 31 days annual leave. Flexible contracts requiring 2–3 days in the office each week (more if needed), so you should live within commuting distance of Nelson, Lancashire.

Our Benefits include:

Local Government Pension Scheme. Option to buy extra annual leave. Cycle to Work, home tech, and car salary sacrifice schemes. Discounts at major retailers via the Vivup programme. Access to Employee Assistance Programme.

We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and do not discriminate on any basis, including disability, gender, race, religion, sexual orientation, or age. #J-18808-Ljbffr