Project Support Officer

Gloucestershire County Council; Gloucester; Hybrid; GBP 36,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading public sector organization is looking for a Project Support Officer to facilitate impactful projects within Gloucestershire Fire and Rescue Service. You will work closely with teams to ensure projects are delivered effectively and meet community objectives. The role requires strong communication and project management skills, with opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Access to Local Government Pension Scheme

Flexible working arrangements

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Experience managing complex projects.
• Skilled in project management tools and techniques.
• Good understanding of local government operations.

Responsibilities

• Manage a range of projects from initiation to delivery.
• Develop and manage detailed project plans.
• Identify and manage project risks, issues, and dependencies.

Skills

Project Management

Stakeholder Communication

Analytical Skills

Problem-solving

Education

NVQ Level 4 or equivalent experience

Formal project management qualification

Tools

Project management tools

Job description

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• Job Title: Project Support Officer
• Job Location: Tri Centre Fire Service HQ
• Salary: £36,124 - £39,513 per annum
• Hours per Week: 37.00
• Contract Type: Permanent
• Closing Date: 01/07/2025
• Job Requisition Number: 10588
• This post is not open to job share
  
  
  

Are you passionate about delivering impactful projects that make a real difference? Do you thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment? If so, we’d love to hear from you.

At Gloucestershire Fire and Rescue, we’re looking for a Project Support Officer to join our Logistics and Resources team. This is a fantastic opportunity to play a key role in delivering projects that support the wider Gloucestershire Fire and Rescue Service (GRFS), ensuring they are delivered on time, within budget, and to a high standard.

About The Role

As a Project Support Officer, you’ll be responsible for managing a range of projects from initiation through to delivery. You’ll work closely with senior managers, stakeholders, and suppliers to ensure that each project meets its objectives and delivers real benefits to the community.

You’ll Be Expected To

• Develop and manage detailed project plans and business cases
• Identify and manage project risks, issues, and dependencies
• Communicate effectively with stakeholders at all levels
• Monitor progress and produce clear, concise reports
• Ensure compliance with the Procurement Act 2023
• Keep up to date with relevant legislation and service developments
  
  
  

About You

We’re looking for someone who is:

• Confident, enthusiastic, and self-motivated
• A strong communicator with excellent written and verbal skills
• Skilled in project management tools and techniques
• Able to influence and engage stakeholders effectively
• Organised and able to manage competing priorities
  
  
  

You’ll Also Need

• Experience managing complex projects
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• A good understanding of local government and public sector operations
• NVQ Level 4 or equivalent experience
• A formal project management qualification (desirable)
  
  
  

About Us

• A supportive and inclusive working environment
• Opportunities for professional development and career progression
• Flexible working arrangements
• Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme
• A range of employee benefits including staff discounts and wellbeing support
• Safe, supportive and positive working environment
• Regular formal and informal support
• Training and development opportunities
• Staff discount scheme that offers access to great savings including discounts with major supermarket chains and high street retailers
• Access to our Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) that provides free, confidential, counselling and advice for employees, available 24 hours a day, online and by telephone
• Links to employee networks such as Prism (LGBT+) network and the Young Employees Network
  
  
  

How To Apply

If you feel you have the skills, desire and experience required to make a positive difference then please submit your application and personal statement today by clicking the “Apply Now” Button.

For an informal discussion about the role please contact Nikki Humphries - [e-mail]

Interview Date - 8th July 2025.

Additional Information

To access the Job Profile for this role, please follow the link below:-

Project Support Officer - Job Profile

Gloucestershire County Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people or vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

We want to be an employer of choice, attracting and retaining excellent people to work for us, so that we can best serve all of Gloucestershire’s diverse communities. Our promise to you is that we will provide an inclusive and supportive working environment that enables you to bring your whole self to work and realise your full potential.

It is a legal requirement, under the Immigration Act 2016, that anyone appointed to a ‘customer facing role’ must be able to demonstrate an ability to fulfil all spoken aspects of the role with confidence in fluent English.

Hybrid working arrangements are available for the majority of our roles, giving teams the opportunity to work in a way that suits them, balancing service need and individual choice, with a mix of both remote and office working.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Other

Job function

• Job function

  Project Management and Information Technology

• Industries

  Government Administration

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