Stronger Shores Delivery Manager

South Tyneside Council; South Shields; On-site; GBP 51,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established authority is seeking a passionate Delivery Manager to lead the final phase of an innovative project aimed at restoring marine habitats for coastal protection. This role offers the opportunity to work on a significant regional initiative funded by a £6.9m grant, focusing on climate resilience and biodiversity. You will be instrumental in translating research into actionable outputs while managing partnerships and budgets. If you have a strong background in project management and flood risk, this is a unique chance to make a meaningful impact in coastal communities.

Benefits

Excellent benefits package

Informal discussions with management

Opportunities for secondment

Qualifications

• Proven experience in delivering large-scale projects.
• Experience in staff and budget management.

Responsibilities

• Drive the translation of research into delivery outputs.
• Manage project data and ensure successful project outcomes.

Skills

Project Management

Budget Management

Partnership Working

Flood Risk Management

Education

Degree in Environmental Science or related field

Project Management Certification

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.