Project Officer (Iver Environment Centre)

UKundwork London; Iver Heath; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Cash Plan

GP access (24/7)

PERKS discounts

Employee Assistance Programme

Cycle to work

Pension contributions

Family friendly policies

Travel expenses

Job summary

Groundwork South invites applications for a Project Officer to look after Iver Environment Centre, near Uxbridge and Slough. The role involves site safety checks, coordinating contractors for maintenance and capital works, and engaging volunteers in gardening tasks.

You will manage calendars, handle invoices, and communicate clearly with partners. Training is provided, with opportunities to gain accredited qualifications in first aid and fire marshaling, on a friendly, inclusive team.

Qualifications

• Well organised and reliable with good time management.

Responsibilities

• Ensure site safety through regular checks (training provided).
• Coordinate contractors for maintenance and capital works.
• Work with volunteers on gardening tasks and handle unexpected issues like leaks.
• Manage calendars and process invoices; communicate with partners clearly.

Job description

Not-for-profit organisation Groundwork South have an exciting opportunity to care for Iver Environment Centre – near Uxbridge and SloughSummary of role Could you be the person to look after Iver Environment Centre? On our stunning 2.5-acre site you can find ponds, meadow and trees, a myriad of protected species including newts, grass snakes and badgers, breathtaking allotments, a habitats themed play area and some inspiring teaching spaces.

Job Purpose

We are looking for a well organised person to ensure our site is the best it can be. You will keep it safe through regular checks (training provided) and co-ordinate contractors for maintenance and capital works. You will enjoy working with our volunteers on gardening tasks and not be afraid to tackle surprises such as a leaky pipe. Understanding of grant funding and the need to complete projects by a fixed deadline will be helpful.

The Project Officer will be someone who takes pride in places and equipment. Someone who cannot walk past a problem without addressing it. You should be a good communicator with excellent time management skills and an interest in the natural world. You must be a friendly person committed to equal access as well as being comfortable working with computers to manage calendars and process invoices. In return you will receive training and networking opportunities, including accredited qualifications in first aid and fire marshaling.

Flexible working hours will be considered as long as you can meet the needs of the role (being on site at certain times to meet contractors and to carry out routine tasks).

For key requirements of the role please see the personal specification attached to the Job Description on our website.

In return we offer you:

• A competitive salary
• Generous holiday entitlement of 25 days per annum plus public holidays
• Health Cash Plan and 24-hour online access to a GP
• PERKS scheme – such as discounted gym membership and shopping discounts
• Employee Assistance Programme - including mental health helpline and face to face counselling.
• Salary sacrifice schemes including cycle to work and pension contributions
• Family friendly policies to support work/life balance with time off in lieu for out of hours activities
• Business travel expenses

For further information and to discuss the role please contact Katy Barton on 01895 270730 or email at [e-mail]

Appointment to this role is subject to an enhanced records check through the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).

Groundwork South is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all members of the community.

Closing date for applications: Midnight on 15th September 2026Interview date: 21st September 2026 (in person at Iver Environment Centre)

Language English

Job type Project Officer

Work location Iver Environment Centre (IEC), Slough Road, Iver Heath SL0 0EB