Job Description

Mobile Libraries and Delivery Manager | 8393 | Permanent Contract | 37 hours per week | 33,366 to 35,235 per annum (Scale H) | Hethersett

We are looking for an experienced and committed manager to lead the Mobile Library and Library Delivery Service, key parts of the Norfolk Library and Information Service in Norfolk.



You will be responsible for our Mobile Library service, which visits individuals and groups in over 500 villages across the county, using a fleet of five vehicles, as well as The Delivery Service that transports material between library buildings in Norfolk using two commercial vehicles.



This is an excellent opportunity for a person from a transport / logistics background who wants to broaden their skills and gain experience working with the library service.



You will need to demonstrate an ability to manage yourself effectively, whilst working with other people in a challenging, customer focussed environment and have the self-belief to be able to do this effectively. You will need to be able to lead and inspire others, have a 'can-do' approach and be able to manage change in a timely way.



Working from our headquarters in Hethersett, working hours are normally Tuesday to Thursday 8:30am to 6pm, Friday 8:30am to 5pm plus alternate Mondays from 9am to 6pm (with an hour for lunch each day).



There is also the potential for the successful candidate to do the Transport Manager Certificate of Professional Competence qualification.



Interview will be held week commencing 30 th June 2025 at Whitegates, Library Service Head Quarters, Hethersett NR9 3DN



These are some benefits you can enjoy by working for Norfolk County Council:


Competitive salary Generous holiday entitlement Health and Wellbeing services including fast-track physiotherapy and a free counselling service Flexible working opportunities including flexi-time, part time, remote and hybrid working - dependent on your job role and business need. Financial benefits such as: + ' Norfolk Rewards' our employee discounts programme which helps you save money on almost anything, from everyday groceries and clothes, to holidays, new technology, gym membership, trips to the cinema and days out.
+ A Blue Light card for Fire Service and Social Care Workers
+ Relocation expenses (where applicable)
+ An advance of your expenses if you travel for work
+ Local Government Pension Scheme with generous employer contribution, life assurance, death in service payments and dependants' pensions
+ Tax efficient ways of getting extra pension and new bikes
+ Access to our tax efficient car lease scheme for greener travel enabling you to lease a brand new, ultra-low emission vehicle (subject to eligibility)
A payment if you refer someone you know to a hard to fill job
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We want our people to be inspired and motivated to work well together, make the most of our workspaces, enjoy a healthy work-life balance, and deliver excellent services to Norfolk and its people. Flexibility is built into the way we work, with hybrid working a key feature for many roles. Our technology platform and equipment are first class, enabling you to connect and collaborate remotely. We ask that you have in place good Broadband connectivity.

Before you apply,

we recommend reading the full

Job description and person specification

to help you demonstrate how you meet the criteria. You can also find information on our

Terms and Conditions

here.



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Redeployment closing date: 12 June 2025

All other applicants closing date: 19 June 2025