Sustainability Officer

JR United Kingdom; Bournemouth; Hybrid; GBP 28,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading organization in the golf sector seeks a Sustainability Officer to support the implementation of their 2025-2030 sustainability plan. The role involves stakeholder engagement, educational coordination, and advocacy across golf clubs. A strong background in sustainability and effective communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Experience in sustainability and relationship management is crucial.
• Excellent communication and data analysis skills required.
• Degree in relevant field is essential.

Responsibilities

• Support the implementation of the sustainability plan.
• Coordinate education and promote sustainable practices.
• Assist in reducing carbon and managing sustainability projects.

Skills

Communication

Relationship Building

Sustainability Knowledge

Budget Management

Public Speaking

Data Analysis

Education

Degree in business, environmental sciences, environmental management, engineering, or sustainability

Tools

Spreadsheet Software

Word Processing Software

Presentation Software

Job description

Support the ongoing implementation and management of the sustainability plan, in line with the England Golf Strategy 2025-2030 – strategic goal to ‘educate & influence on sustainability’.

Working Relationships:

Internal:

• Head of Sustainability – regular communication & engagement.
• Development & Membership team (RMs & CCSOs) – communication & support.
• Communication team – to support specific campaigns & engagement.
• Unified Counties, Unions & Associations – communication & promotion.
• Golf clubs – communication with paid workforce & volunteers.

External:

• GB&I sustainability group – stakeholder engagement, including Home Nations.
• The R&A – aligning sustainability planning & messaging.
• Member organisations such as BIGGA, GCMA - to advocate to workforce.
• Other key stakeholders and organisations – as per alignment to the plan.

Main Duties & Key Responsibilities:

• Support the implementation of the England Golf sustainability plan 2025-2030.
• Coordinate connectivity and education of internal stakeholders, counties, and golf clubs in line with the sustainability plan.
• Contribute to a sustainability promotional & advocacy campaign aligned to the plan, working closely with the communications team.
• Support the Head of Sustainability in collaborating with the R&A on sustainability projects, including Golf Course 2030.
• Assist in reducing carbon across the organization, including championships/events, in collaboration with consultants and colleagues.
• Support the National Golf Centre (NGC) team to ensure sustainable practices are identified and implemented across the business.
• Identify changes to make the workplace greener, working closely with Human Resources.
• Educate and support the Development & Membership team to provide clear guidance for golf clubs on key issues (water, energy, biodiversity).
• Assist with the England Golf annual awards in relation to the sustainability category.
• Contribute to the sustainability annual operational & financial plan, including cascading the plan at a local level.
• Deputise for the Head of Sustainability as appropriate.
• Perform other duties reasonably requested from time to time.

Dimensions/Resources:

Staff:

• N/A
• Support with budget control where required.

Administrative:

• External meetings with key stakeholders, groups & organisations.
• Supporting role in GB&I Sustainability group and internal sustainability working group.
• Team meetings, full staff meetings.
• Presenting at county/club update meetings & workshops if required.

Location:

England Golf Headquarters, Woodhall Spa, Lincolnshire, hybrid working or potential to work from home. If working remotely, it is expected that time is spent at the headquarters at least 2 to 3 days every 2 weeks.

Qualifications & Skills:

• Sufficient educational attainment to demonstrate ability to carry out the role to the required standard.
• Sound understanding of golf facility management and sustainable practices.
• Ability to build and sustain relationships with staff, volunteers, and partners.
• Ability to empower and influence.
• Preparation and production of clear and detailed reports.
• Capable of gathering and analyzing information.
• Outstanding communication skills, including public speaking.
• Computer literacy in spreadsheet, word processing, and presentation software.
• Friendly and willing to support colleagues and customers.
• Ability to explain information clearly, accurately, and appropriately.
• Confidence and social skills to represent the organization externally.
• Respect and promote diversity and equal opportunities.
• Experience and interest in sustainability, business management, or environmental science.
• Effective budget management skills.
• Valid driver’s license as travel is required.
• Degree in business, environmental sciences, environmental management, engineering, or sustainability.
• Experience in carbon footprinting.
• Knowledge of the structure of national, regional, and county-based sport.
• Understanding of golf structures (general, club-based).
• Experience working in business, sport, government, or NGO sectors.