Director of Estates & Sustainability

Job Title: Director of Estates & Sustainability

Location: Police & Fire Headquarters, Northallerton, hybrid working available but a presence at Northallerton is required along with site visits in order to deliver the role
Contract: Permanent

Hours: Full-time, standard office hours

Salary: LS2, £74,649-£85,062
Closing Date: 9am, 6th October 2025

Our Support Service functions work in collaboration across North Yorkshire Police and North Yorkshire Fire & Rescue Service, providing vital shared expertise to deliver efficient and effective service to our communities.

The Opportunity

We are looking for a high performing and experienced professional in the field of Estates and Sustainability. This role is responsible for leading the design and delivery of an effective and efficient Estates function, on behalf of the Deputy Mayor for Policing, Fire & Crime to North Yorkshire Police (NYP) and North Yorkshire Fire and Rescue Service (NYFRS).

Working as part of the collaborated Support Services and reporting direct to the Assistant Chief Officer, this is an exciting time to be joining the Force and Service as we deliver our new Estates Strategy and delivery plan with a focus on the long-term sustainability of our infrastructure across North Yorkshire. With over 100 buildings across the county and with new build programmes on the horizon, investments to made and innovative designs required, you will ensure our estate landscape is fit for purpose enabling NYP and NYFRS to deliver to the people of North Yorkshire.

You will be at the heart of leading the team that delivers an estate capable of meeting the needs of today as well as preparing for the future. Our estate is a key pillar over which our organisational plans sit with a view to modernise and maintain our estate, working environment and assets in a sustainable manner. You will work closely with our collaborated Transport & Logistics team to ensure our estate infrastructure is in place to meet our future vehicle, electric and hybrid intentions.

A proactive mindset, a visionary leader and cognisant of industry best practice and innovative techniques, you will lead by example as we modernise our estates function. You ll bring experience, technical understanding and project delivery know how and work with regional and national partners to deliver a modern estate, harnessing opportunities to collaborate in particular with stakeholders from across the broader York and North Yorkshire Combined Authority.

Collaborative and financially astute, you will also be an inspirational leader who gets the best out of your teams and creates a safe working environment for people to thrive, to challenge the status quo, to innovate and to deliver.

What We re Looking For

• You will have a proven track record of delivering large-scale sustainable estates capital programmes, developing strategies and managing delivery plans in complex and dynamic organisations be that in the public, private or third sector.
• You will have experiences in actively managing risks and developing contingency plans to ensure continued service delivery and value for money.
• You will have proven leadership and people management skills gained by working at a senior level in a multi-stakeholder environment, able to co-design and implement service improvements.
• You will champion equality, diversion and inclusivity in your functional area and across the organisations.
• You will have excellent leadership and people skills, with a clear customer focus, evidenced through service plans and business partnering approaches, and be capable of evaluating and developing collaborative approaches to service delivery.
• You will have expertise regarding legislation relating to the effective and safe maintenance and operation of buildings
• You will use your commercial acumen working with suppliers, other police forces and fire and rescue services to agree standards and obtain best value for money
• You will ensure our business plans, budgets and policies enable the delivery of the corporate strategies for both the Police and Fire.
• As a result, we need an individual with excellent communication and influencing skills, with the ability to provide clear, balanced and professional advice that achieves corporate and service objectives.

Why Join Us?

Working for the emergency services is both meaningful and impactful. At North Yorkshire Police & North Yorkshire Fire & Rescue Service, we re committed to helping colleagues reach their full potential in a fair, inclusive, and supportive environment. We value diverse perspectives and actively promote staff wellbeing so everyone can thrive. Please visit our websites to learn more about our organisation.

We re also proud to provide a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your wellbeing, work-life balance, and professional growth:

• Local Government Pension Scheme secure and competitive retirement planning
• Salary Sacrifice Car Scheme access to affordable vehicle leasing options
• Generous Annual Leave 24 days rising to 30 with length of service, plus bank holidays
• Blue Light Discount enjoy savings at major retailers and services
• Flexi-Time for Staff Roles tailor your working hours to suit your lifestyle while meeting team objectives
• Access to Trade Union Membership opportunity to join UNISON
• Inclusion & Diversity Networks connect with colleagues and contribute to a culture of belonging
• Health & Wellbeing Services access to resources that support your physical and mental health

To be considered for this role, applicants must meet the following requirements:

• You must have the right to work in the UK, with no restrictions on your employment
• Hold a full UK manual driving licence
• Internal applicants must have successfully completed their probation period
• Meet residency requirements for vetting:
  • MV Level Vetting minimum 5 years UK residency

Your Application

North Yorkshire Police and North Yorkshire Fire & Rescue Service are equal opportunity employers. Both organisations are committed to creating an inclusive and supportive working environment. If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process or within your role, please declare this within your online application. A member of our team will contact you prior to your interview to ensure appropriate support is in place.

Safer Recruitment

North Yorkshire Police and North Yorkshire Fire & Rescue Service are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults. Safeguarding is a core part of our recruitment process, and we expect all applicants to share this commitment. All successful candidates will undergo a thorough recruitment process and must obtain satisfactory pre-employment clearances before commencing employment, including satisfactory Vetting or DBS checks, references, and a medical assessment, including absence history. Adherence to our safeguarding policies and procedures is essential.

Ready to Apply?
As part of our selection process, we ll assess your skills and experience against the requirements of the role. We therefore encourage you to take your time to tailor your application, ensuring your responses align with the job advert and role profile.

Interviews are intended to take place mid October.

We look forward to receiving your online application.