Sustainability and Climate Change Officer

Trafford Council; Stretford; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government authority in Stretford is seeking a candidate to develop and implement climate change and sustainability projects. The role involves collaborating with various stakeholders to advance carbon neutrality and resilience initiatives. Applicants should have a degree and at least 3 years of relevant experience in sustainability. Benefits include participation in local government pension schemes and various employee discount programs.

Benefits

Local Government Pension Scheme

Home Technology Scheme

Car Lease Scheme

Cycle to Work scheme

Simply Healthcare

Employee Discount Scheme - 'Perks at Work'

Qualifications

• 3 years of relevant experience involving collaborative working across a range of stakeholders and a good understanding of the principles of sustainability and climate change.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement policies, strategies and projects related to climate change and sustainability.
• Collaborate with stakeholders and partner organisations to deliver and progress projects.
• Support the delivery of projects towards a Net Zero Carbon borough by 2038.
• Contribute to the development of the Climate Change and Sustainability Service.
• Engage with businesses, the public, partner agencies, Council officers and elected members.

Education

Degree or equivalent qualification

Job description

Overview

Trafford Council has declared a Climate Emergency and is committed to addressing the Climate Crisis through delivery of its Carbon Neutral Action Plan. Work has begun on decarbonising council buildings and vehicles and actions are being driven across the Borough, including cycle infrastructure, electric vehicle charge points, low carbon heat networks, and climate action plans with businesses and schools to protect and enhance green spaces and biodiversity. You will be part of a team developing and implementing a range of projects such as Bee Net Zero Trafford Park, the North Trafford Heat Zone, and improving green spaces such as Longford Park and allotments. You will work with a wide range of stakeholders to develop and implement policies, strategies and projects aimed at becoming more climate resilient and achieving a Net Zero Carbon emitting borough by 2038.

The Sustainability & Climate Change Service sits within the Growth and Regulatory Services Directorate; based at the recently rebuilt Town Hall in Stretford, and you will report to the Principal Climate Change and Sustainability Officer. A flexible hours and working policy is in place although some unsocial hours working may be required on occasions.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement policies, strategies and projects related to climate change and sustainability to advance carbon neutrality and climate resilience.
• Collaborate with a wide range of stakeholders and partner organisations to deliver and progress projects.
• Support the delivery of projects to take Trafford towards a Net Zero Carbon borough by 2038.
• Contribute to the operation and development of the Climate Change and Sustainability Service within the Growth and Regulatory Services Directorate.
• Engage with businesses, the general public, partner agencies, Council officers and elected members through effective written and oral communication.

Requirements

• Degree or equivalent qualification.
• 3 years of relevant experience involving collaborative working across a range of stakeholders and a good understanding of the principles of sustainability and climate change.

Benefits

• Local Government Pension Scheme
• Home Technology Scheme
• Car Lease Scheme
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Simply Healthcare
• Employee Discount Scheme - 'Perks at Work'