Stronger Shores Delivery Manager

North East Ambition; South Shields; On-site; GBP 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking organization dedicated to enhancing coastal resilience through innovative marine habitat restoration. As a Delivery Manager, you will lead the final phase of a groundbreaking project, ensuring successful translation of research into impactful delivery outputs. This role requires a passion for environmental protection and a proven track record in managing large-scale projects. You will work closely with diverse stakeholders to drive initiatives that protect coastal communities, while also contributing to significant biodiversity and carbon capture efforts. This is an exciting opportunity to make a real difference in tackling climate challenges.

Benefits

Excellent benefits package

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in delivering large-scale projects and managing teams.
• Proven ability in budget management and partnership collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Drive the final phase of translating research into actionable outputs.
• Manage project delivery and ensure effective stakeholder engagement.

Skills

Project Management

Budget Management

Partnership Working

Flood Risk Management

Education

Degree in Environmental Science or related field

Job description

Stronger Shores Delivery Manager

(Town Hall, South Shields)

£51,802 pa



Fixed Term Contract until 31 March 2027



Stronger and more frequent storm events along with projected sea level rise, mean that coastal communities in the UK are increasingly vulnerable to the effects of coastal erosion and flood risk. The UK seeks to be a world-leader in tackling the climate and biodiversity crises, and government policy and strategy signals an appetite for harnessing the power of nature-based solutions to flooding and coastal resilience.



At present, the use of marine nature-based solutions to coastal resilience are limited in the UK. The eroding north east coastline was identified as an ideal location for testing and demonstrating practical actions to restore and monitor marine habitats for their coastal protection value and a funding bid was submitted at the beginning of the year. The Council was successful in securing £6.9m of funding from the Flood and Coastal Resilience Innovation Programme (DEFRA) for this 6 year regional project. The project – ‘Stronger Shores – Marine Habitats Protecting Coastal Communities’ – involves the restoration and monitoring of sub-tidal habitats, such as sea grass, kelp and oyster beds, for their coastal protection value as well as the associated benefits of carbon capture, biodiversity gain and improved water quality.



South Tyneside is the lead authority for this regional scheme and is looking for an experienced and passionate Delivery Manager to drive forward the final phase of translation of research and project data into delivery outputs. Experience of delivering successful and innovative large-scale projects and partnership working is essential. Along with proven experience of staff and budget management, work experience in flood and coastal risk management is essential. A secondment would be considered for a suitable candidate - please seek permission from your Line Manager before applying.



For an informal discussion about this post, please contact Michelle Hogg, Service Lead – Environmental Protection on [phone].



We offer an excellent benefits package and further information is available here - www.southtyneside.gov.uk/workinghere



We do not currently offer skilled worker visa sponsorship.



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Closing date: Noon, Tuesday 20 May 2025.