Sustainability and Net Zero Coordinator Employer: Mid Sussex District Council Reference: ES/25/[...]

Mid Sussex District Council; England; Hybrid; GBP 34,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government organization based in West Sussex is seeking a passionate Sustainability and Net Zero Coordinator. In this role, you'll coordinate the Net Zero Programme and work on various sustainable initiatives aimed at reducing the district's carbon footprint. The ideal candidate should have a degree or relevant experience in sustainability, strong communication skills, and excellent time management. The position offers a generous pension scheme and hybrid working options along with a commitment to professional development.

Benefits

Generous Pension Scheme

Hybrid Working

Commitment to Learning and Development

Wellbeing Programme

Commute Savings through Easit

Qualifications

• Professional experience in a related field or a degree in a related subject.
• Broad understanding of sustainability topics like carbon reduction and energy efficiency.
• Good political awareness and engagement with government policies.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and report on the delivery of the Net Zero Programme.
• Work with specialists and consultants on the Action Plans.
• Support initiatives to improve energy efficiency in local homes.

Skills

Understanding of sustainability

Time management

Critical thinking

Communication skills

Education

Degree in a related subject

Job description

Sustainability and Net Zero Coordinator – Mid Sussex District Council

Location: Haywards Heath, West Sussex
Salary: £34,314 - £38,626 pa

About the Role:

Mid Sussex District Council is seeking a driven and knowledgeable Sustainability and Net Zero Coordinator to join their Sustainability Team. We are looking for someone with a comprehensive understanding of Sustainability with a passion and enthusiasm for addressing the impacts of Climate Change and reducing the Council’s – and District’s – carbon footprint.

As Sustainability and Net Zero Coordinator you will be responsible for coordinating the delivery of the Mid Sussex District Council Net Zero Programme and key elements of the Council’s Sustainable Economy Strategy and Action Plan. Your key responsibilities will include:

• Coordinating and reporting on delivery of the Net Zero Programme
• Coordinating the work of specialist consultants pertaining to specific tasks within the Action Plans
• Bidding for funding to help deliver decarbonisation measures
• Supporting regional partnership schemes and activities to reduce fuel poverty and improve energy efficiency of homes and business premises across the District

You will work closely with the broader Sustainable Economy Team on delivery of the Sustainable Economy Strategy and Action Plan and will be required to foster positive working relationships with teams across the Council to enable successful delivery of the Net Zero Programme.

About You:

The ideal candidate will have:

• Professional experience in a related field / a degree in a related subject
• Broad understanding of various sustainability-related subjects, such as carbon reduction technologies, biodiversity, energy efficiency and electric vehicles
• Good political awareness and engagement with government policies
• Excellent time management and organisational skills
• Strong critical thinking skills and ability to summarise complex information
• Strong inter-personal and communication skills – both written and verbal – and the ability to negotiate with and motivate others

Why Join Us?

Working for Mid Sussex District Council offers a range of benefits, including:

• Generous Pension Scheme: Secure your future with our excellent pension plan.
• Hybrid Working: Enjoy the flexibility of working both remotely and in the office.
• Commitment to Learning and Development: We are dedicated to your professional growth and offer numerous opportunities for training and development.
• Wellbeing: We offer an award-winning Employee Assistance Programme via Vita Health Group.
• Easit: We offer savings on your daily commute via Easit.

If you have the right skills and the motivation to make a difference to the environment and climate, we would love to hear from you.