OverviewWe are recruiting a Director of Infrastructure and Waste Services at Caerphilly County Borough Council.

Working hours: 37 hours per weekContract Type: Full Time, PermanentLocation: Penallta House

This position offers an excellent opportunity to become part of our team and provide support across the organisation.

We pay an attractive salary of £101,443 - £112,480 and offer excellent benefits including the Local Government Pension Scheme, agile working patterns and staff discount schemes.

Role purposeWe are seeking a Director to lead the delivery of the Council’s Infrastructure and Waste Service in terms of both strategy and management responsibility. You will ensure the delivery of high-quality, customer-focused services within your portfolio area and support with the delivery of achieving the Council’s strategic direction and objectives.

Responsibilities

You will be the strategic lead for the following service areas:

Infrastructure

Highways

Transportation

Traffic Management and Road Safety

Drainage / SAB

Recycling, Waste and Cleansing

Building Cleaning

Catering

You will set, model, and embed a culture that reflects the organisation’s values and behaviours, developing strong working relationships to overcome obstacles.

Your leadership will support staff to deliver services that make a tangible difference to our customers.

Qualifications and experience

A Professional degree qualification in a relevant discipline, as well as a post graduate management qualification.

Chartered Membership of a recognised relevant professional institution.

Knowledge and understanding of the range of policy and operational issues confronting Infrastructure and Waste services, and local government generally.

Experience of Senior Management and Leadership.

Additional informationTo view the Job Description and Person Specification please visit our website.

How to apply / ContactAfter reading the Job Description and Person Specification, if you would like to have an informal discussion about the role with the Executive Director Marcus Lloyd, please email recruitment@caerphilly.gov.uk, or call 01443 864879.

Closing dateClosing Date: 29th September 2025

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