Project Officer

Hull City Council; Hull and East Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government authority in Hull is seeking a Project Officer to lead on decarbonisation and energy efficiency initiatives within council housing. The role involves developing the Decarbonisation Strategy, supporting retrofit programmes, and engaging with stakeholders. Ideal candidates should have project delivery experience in housing decarbonisation, strong IT skills, and the ability to work independently and collaboratively. This position offers an opportunity to impact social change positively and improve residents' lives.

Qualifications

• Experience in project delivery within the housing decarbonisation sector.
• Strong IT skills to manage, monitor, and analyze data effectively.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced setting.

Responsibilities

• Develop the council's Decarbonisation Strategy and Action Plan.
• Lead decarbonisation projects across council housing stock.
• Support the development and delivery of retrofit programmes.

Skills

Project delivery experience

Understanding of retrofit

Knowledge of low carbon technologies

Strong IT skills

Ability to work independently

Ability to work collaboratively

Job description

Hull City Council is seeking to appoint a Project Officer within the Energy Efficiency and Regeneration Team to lead on the decarbonisation, energy efficiency and fuel poverty agenda. As Project Officer, you will lead on the development of the councillors Decarbonisation Strategy and Action Plan. Delivering strategic and operational initiatives aimed at reducing carbon emissions from council homes. You’ll work closely with internal teams, external partners, and residents to implement energy efficiency measures, secure funding, and monitor progress toward our net-zero goals.

Key responsibilities

• Development of the councils Decarbonisation Strategy and Action Plan.
• Leading on decarbonisation projects across council housing stock.
• Support the development and delivery of retrofit programmes, including insulation, heating upgrades, and renewable technologies.
• Monitor project performance, budgets, and compliance with funding requirements.
• Engage with tenants and stakeholders to promote energy efficiency and sustainability.
• Lead on funding bids and reporting for government funded schemes.

Qualifications

Applicants should have experience in project delivery within the housing decarbonisation sector, with an understanding of retrofit, low carbon technologies and fuel poverty. Strong IT skills are essential with the ability to use databases to manage, monitor and analyse data effectively. The ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced setting is also essential.

Be part of a forward-thinking team committed to climate action and social impact and help improve the lives of residents through warmer, healthier homes.

For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Helena Stannard, Energy Efficiency and Regeneration Manager on 01482 614368 or email [e-mail]

Please ensure that your application demonstrates how you meet the essential criteria against the person specification as listed in the job description.