Team Leader, Kirkton Service Centre, 504.78 – Internal Applicants Only – Wel10383 Job at Dumfries Full Time

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– PermanentApplications for this post will only be accepted from current employees of West Lothian Council (this includes casual and agency staff who are currently undertaking work for us)We are keen to employ a diverse workforce that reflects the people of Scotland.

We welcome applications from all backgrounds and particularly from groups currently under-represented, including people with disabilities, those from minority ethnic communities or from socio-economically disadvantaged backgroundsWest Lothian Council are committed to far reaching changes to the way we deliver our Education Services.

These changes include giving you the support and environment that you need to get on with your job and develop your abilities.

Our dedication is demonstrated by the whole council achievement of the Investors in People Standard and always aiming a little higher in our service delivery and improvements.Building Services is seeking to recruit highly motivated Team Leaders to support the successful delivery of repairs, planned maintenance, and contract works.

This role will operate across all three service areas, ensuring a consistent, efficient, and coordinated approach to service delivery.As a Team Leader, you will be responsible for the effective planning, coordination, and project management of works programmes.

You will ensure all activities are fully resourced, equipped, and scheduled prior to commencement, enabling delivery within agreed timescales and budgets.You will lead and manage Team Coordinators, operatives, and external suppliers/contractors, ensuring that both capital and revenue programmes are delivered in a safe, planned, and efficient manner.A key focus of this role is driving continuous improvement and modernisation across the service.

You will identify opportunities to increase efficiency, reduce costs, and improve delivery timescales while maintaining high levels of customer satisfaction. xhkmmrq We are looking for individuals who are:Proactive and highly organisedStrong leaders with excellent communication skillsExperienced in planning and managing works programmesCommitted to delivering high-quality, customer-focused servicesDriven to identify and implement service improvementsWe offer a range of attractive benefits, including:Access to the Council’s flexible working schemeGenerous annual leave entitlementMembership of the Local Authority Pension SchemeOngoing training and development opportunities to support your career progressionAccess to an Employee Assistance Programme offering free confidential advice and supportAccess to a staff benefits platform with discounts across a wide range of UK retailersThis post is categorised as a hybrid post under the Council’s Flexible Working Scheme, which allows for up to two days home working per week.INTERNAL APPLICANTS ONLY