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Job description

The NICS comprises nine departments that support the Northern Ireland Executive and Ministers. We do this by developing and implementing government policies and legislation and delivering key public services in areas such as health, public finances, social development, justice, education, regeneration, environment, culture, agriculture, economic development, employment and transport. In addition, the Public Prosecution Service is a non Ministerial Department staffed by civil servants. All civil servants are appointed on merit and on the basis of fair and open competition. They are expected to carry out their role with dedication and commitment to the NI Civil Service’s core values: integrity, honesty, objectivity and impartiality. The NICS is seeking to fill PTO Area Manager role(s) that require specific skills and experience. Applications are invited from candidates who meet the eligibility criteria, to apply for this opportunity and challenge. For full list of responsibilities, essential & desirable skills, please see Candidate Information Booklet on employer's website - www.nicsrecruitment.org.uk (Please quote reference number: IRC331641)

Responsibilities

• To support the CWT Conservation Manager in the delivery of management, conservation and maintenance of State Care Monuments and Scheduled Monuments.
• Representing HED in matters relating to the conservation or protection of State Care sites.
• Management of conservation works undertaken by the Division’s stonemasons, joiners, blacksmiths and labourers. Including preparation of working drawings, specifications and work schedules.
• Assisting the CWT conservation Manager in ensuring that works are delivered to the correct specification, to deadline and that they provide value for money.
• Direct line management responsibility for a team of Higher TGs in line with NICS Human Resource Management requirements, including performance and absence management duties.
• Undertaking administrative duties appropriate to the grade, including maintaining relevant records & use of NI Civil Service IT systems.
• Ensuring the necessary regular checks are undertaken to ensure sites and premises are maintained to the required standard and are safe for staff and visitors.
• Complying with all Health & Safety requirements. This includes risk assessments for all work activities to ensure a safe working environment; accurate and timely recording & follow up of any incidents on site; and HED Health & Safety audits.
• Acting as Premises Officer for Depot and allocated sub-depots. This includes appropriate use of Asset Management Property Services software.
• This post will require the successful candidate to drive Departmental vehicles on official duty.

Skills and Qualifications

Essential Skills

• Have a NVQ Level 4 Diploma in Construction Site Supervision
• AND 1 years relevant experience in a management capacity within the construction sector, including responsibility for staff, health and safety, and use of building/civil engineering plant and materials.
• OR Have at least a BTEC ONC/OND in Civil Engineering/Building Studies/Construction related discipline
• AND Have at least 2 year’s post qualification experience of working within an industrial workforce environment.
• Possess a full current driving licence to enable the post holder to drive in Northern Ireland.

Further Information

NICS Application form only; Vacancy closing date Friday 30th November 2026 at 12 noon. For guidance on completing the Monitoring Form and to read the NICS Equal Opportunities Policy Statement please refer to the DoF website www.financeni. gov.uk The Northern Ireland Civil Service is an Equal Opportunities Employer. Applications from young people (people under the age of 35), people with a disability and people from minority ethnic communities are currently under represented in NICS, we would particularly welcome applications from these groups. All applications for employment are considered strictly on the basis of merit.

Application Information

Visit the recruitment service website www.nicsrecruitment.org.uk (Please quote reference number: IRC331641)