Environmental Services Project Officer

London Borough of Bexley; Bexleyheath; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

London Borough of Bexley is seeking a proactive Project Officer to support the development and delivery of Environmental Services projects aimed at improving recycling, street cleansing and waste management. You will coordinate work with contractors, residents and partners to ensure timely, on-budget delivery in line with legislative requirements.

The role involves analysing datasets, securing external funding, preparing reports and presentations, and delivering public engagement campaigns to

Qualifications

• Must have project management qualification (PRINCE2/APM/Agile) and strong stakeholder engagement skills.
• GCSE English and Maths at least Grade C/4.
• Driving licence and access to a vehicle for work where required.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate projects from inception to delivery ensuring on time and within budget.
• Analyse complex datasets to inform decisions and secure external funding opportunities.
• Prepare reports and presentations for varying audiences and stakeholders.
• Deliver public engagement and behaviour change campaigns to improve recycling and street cleansing.
• Use performance data to identify service improvements for Environmental Services.

Skills

Stakeholder engagement

Analytical skills

Project coordination

Communication

Education

Project management qualification (PRINCE2/APM/Agile)

GCSE English and Mathematics (Grade C/4 or above)

Full UK driving licence if required

Job description

About The Role

We are looking for a proactive and innovative Project Officer to support the development and delivery of projects that drive service improvements, efficiency savings and income generation across Environmental Services.

The successful candidate will play a key role in improving recycling and waste services, enhancing street cleansing standards, reducing littering and fly-tipping, and supporting environmental initiatives across the borough. Working closely with contractors, residents, elected members, partner organisations and Council colleagues, you will lead and coordinate projects from inception through to delivery, ensuring they are completed on time, within budget and in line with legislative requirements.

You will be responsible for analysing complex datasets, securing and managing external funding opportunities, preparing reports and presentations, delivering public engagement and behaviour change campaigns, and using performance data to identify opportunities for service improvement. A sound understanding of waste management, recycling, street cleansing and environmental enforcement services is desirable.

This is an exciting opportunity for someone who is passionate about environmental improvement and wants to make a tangible difference to local communities through innovative and effective service delivery.

Please refer to the Job Description attached for more information.

Rebecca Goodwin, Environmental Service Manager, 0203 0454631, [e-mail]

Candidate Profile

The ideal candidate will have excellent project management, communication and analytical skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities, engage a wide range of stakeholders and contribute to the continuous improvement of Environmental Services.

Essential Qualifications

• Project management qualification (e.g. PRINCE2 Foundation/Practitioner, APM, Agile or equivalent)
  
• GCSE (or equivalent) Grade C/4 or above in English and Mathematics.
• Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle for work purposes (where required).

Desirable Qualifications

• Educated to degree level (or equivalent experience) in Environmental Management, Waste Management, Public Administration, Project Management, Geography, Sustainability, Business Management or a related discipline.
• Environmental Management qualification.
• Chartered Institution of Wastes Management (CIWM) qualification or membership.
• Professional qualification in communications, sustainability, data analysis or a related field.

For the full list of essential and desirable criteria for this role then please refer to the Person Specification within the Job Description attached.

Interviews

Interviews are scheduled to be held on Tuesday15th September.

About Us

Bexley is a vibrant and diverse outer London Borough nestled in the Thames Gateway between London and Kent which means it combines the perfect blend of city vibe and the tranquility of Kent. It's got award-winning parks, open spaces, and heritage sites. The borough has excellent transport connections, including the Elizabeth Line and proximity to the M25. Bexley offers fantastic amenities such as libraries, leisure centres, and shopping areas. Our borough is also home to numerous primary and secondary schools, as well as further education institutions.

Our Offer to you

We will offer you in return a package that includes a competitive salary, coaching and mentoring programmes, an excellent pension scheme and generous annual leave plus bank holidays. For more information on the benefits package on offer please refer to the Candidate Information document attached.

Recruitment Information

As a disability confident employer Bexley welcomes applications from people with all disabilities, including hidden disabilities and mental health conditions. We will interview any disabled applicant who meets the minimum criteria. If you require reasonable adjustments to be made to any part of the recruitment process due to your disability, please contact us on [e-mail]

This role may be available as a development opportunity through secondment for the Council's existing employees. The Council's Secondment Scheme can be found here. If this option is of interest, please contact the recruiting manager.

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