Head of Service posts (x4)

Ards and North Down Borough Council is currently recruiting for a number of Head of Service posts. These vacancies will be handled by Van Rath recruitment agency and further details can be found below:

Head of Community Development

Operating within the Active and Healthy Communities Directorate, this role covers Community Development and Programmes, Community Centres, and Halls. The post holder will lead efforts to strengthen community engagement, drive social sustainability, and ensure services are inclusive, innovative, and continuously improving. Find out more and apply at Head Of Community Development (Public Sector) · VANRATH

Head of Environmental Health and Regulatory Services

Operating within the Active and Healthy Communities Directorate, this role carries responsibility for Environmental Health, Licensing and Regulatory Services, and the Neighbourhood Environment Team. The postholder will ensure statutory obligations are met, services remain customer-focused, and continuous improvement drives operational excellence. Find out more and apply at Head of Environmental Health & Regulatory Services · VANRATH

Head of Strategic Capital

Operating within the Place and Prosperity Directorate, this role carries responsibility for the Council's Strategic Capital Projects. The postholder will oversee the development, planning, and delivery of major capital investments, ensuring projects are well-managed, aligned with corporate priorities, and provide value for money. Find out more and apply at Head of Strategic Capital Development (Public Sector) · VANRATH

Head of Economic Growth

Operating within the Place and Prosperity Directorate, this role is responsible for shaping and delivering strategies across Economic Development and Regeneration. The successful candidate will play a central role in translating corporate priorities into operational delivery, fostering partnerships, and ensuring services are innovative, customer-focused, and continuously improving. Find out more and apply at Head Of Economic Growth (Public Sector) · VANRATH

Deadline for applications to these roles is 16 October 2025.