Regeneration and Infrastructure Officer

Regeneration & Infrastructure Officer Lisburn & Castlereagh City Council Department:
Regeneration & Growth Unit:
Economic Development

Location:

Lagan Valley Island

Hours:

37 hours per week Salary: £43,149 - £46,579

Reports to:

Regeneration & Infrastructure Manager Help shape the places and opportunities of tomorrow Are you passionate about regeneration, infrastructure and delivering projects that make a real difference to communities? MCS Group in partnership with Lisburn & Castlereagh City Council is seeking a proactive and motivated Regeneration & Infrastructure Officer to join their Economic Development Team and support the delivery of an exciting portfolio of strategic regeneration and infrastructure projects across the Council area.

Working closely with the Regeneration & Infrastructure Manager, you will play an important role in planning, managing and delivering complex projects, working with partners, government departments, agencies, community organisations and private sector stakeholders to turn strategic priorities into positive outcomes. This is a varied role for someone who enjoys working collaboratively, managing projects and contracts, engaging with stakeholders and helping to deliver high-quality regeneration initiatives.

What you'll be doing As a Regeneration & Infrastructure Officer, you will:
Support the delivery of complex regeneration and infrastructure projects in line with the Council's Corporate and Community Plans. Help manage a diverse portfolio of regeneration initiatives across the Council area, including the procurement of relevant contracts. Build effective partnerships with government departments, agencies, community groups, private sector organisations and other stakeholders to maximise project outcomes. Represent the Council at relevant meetings, partnerships, committees and external bodies.

Support project funding and financial management, ensuring compliance with Council financial regulations, external funding requirements and grant-awarding body conditions. Monitor budgets and programme performance, supporting the Regeneration & Infrastructure Manager with income and expenditure targets and financial control. Prepare high-quality reports and presentations for Council Committees, Partnerships and other relevant forums. Lead and manage marketing and communications activity to promote the work of the Economic Development Unit, including website content, promotional materials, newsletters/e-zines, events, conferences and exhibitions.

Contribute to effective service delivery and customer care, ensuring projects and services reflect the Council's values and standards. Deputise for the Regeneration & Infrastructure Manager when required, demonstrating leadership, responsibility and the ability to take on additional duties. Support the wider team by undertaking supplementary responsibilities and providing operational cover where required. Ensure compliance with Council policies and procedures, including Safeguarding, Health & Safety and Equality legislation.

Manage and lead staff, helping to ensure an effective service is delivered in line with Council policies and procedures. Work flexibly, including carrying out duties outside normal working hours where necessary for the satisfactory delivery of the service.

Why this role?

This is an opportunity to be part of work that directly contributes to the regeneration and future development of the Lisburn & Castlereagh area. You'll have the opportunity to work on strategically important projects, develop relationships across the public, private and community sectors, and contribute to initiatives that support vibrant communities and sustainable development. If you are an organised, adaptable and collaborative…