Sustainability Officer

London Borough of Richmond upon Thames; England; On-site; GBP 37,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government council in England is seeking a Sustainability Officer to enhance its sustainability performance. The successful candidate will develop sustainability strategies, report on energy KPIs, and foster cross-departmental collaboration. Essential qualifications include relevant experience in environmental management and strong analytical skills. This full-time position offers a salary range of £37,602 - £45,564 per annum, along with attractive benefits such as flexible working and generous annual leave.

Benefits

40 days annual leave including Bank Holidays

Flexible working arrangements

Generous pension plan

Qualifications

• Experience in environmental management and sustainability is essential.
• Strong skills in data analysis and ability to produce clear reports.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Suite is required.

Responsibilities

• Develop and promote the Councils' sustainability policy.
• Monitor progress toward Net Zero 2030 and report on KPIs.
• Act as the main contact for sustainability queries.

Skills

Knowledge of computer packages, including the Microsoft Suite

Experience in environmental management and sustainability

Data analysis and interpretation skills

Strong organisational/time management skills

Education

Relevant qualifications in environmental science

Job description

About Us

Job Title: Sustainability Officer

Salary Range: £37,602 - £45,564 per annum

Permanent - Fulltime (36 hours)

Location: Richmond Rd, Twickenham TW1 3AA

As a Sustainability Officer, you will deliver measurable improvements in the Council's sustainability performance by identifying and implementing projects that reduce carbon emissions, improve energy efficiency, and embed sustainable practices across operations, supporting progress toward the Net Zero 2030 target. Working within the Energy and Sustainability Service, you will play a vital role in translating strategic sustainability goals into practical actions that create real impact for the organisation and its stakeholders.

About The Role

Specific Duties and Responsibilities

• Contribute to developing, maintaining, and promoting the Councils' sustainability policy and strategies.
• Monitor progress toward Net Zero 2030 and report on energy-related KPIs and operational improvements.
• Act as the primary point of contact for sustainability queries across the Council and schools.
• Collect, monitor, and analyse data; prepare reports on sustainability performance.
• Design and deliver sustainability communications and engagement activities.
• Maintain project documentation and filing structures.
• Track and support delivery of sustainability initiatives through cross-departmental collaboration.

As part of the Richmond and Wandsworth Council's general responsibilities and duties, you will help improve services by following best practice standards and policies, including data protection, health and safety, and information security. Promoting equality, diversity, and inclusion is central to the role, as is understanding safeguarding responsibilities for children, young people, and adults. While your main duties are outlined, you may also be asked to support other reasonable tasks, including emergency or priority situations.

Essential Qualifications, Skills And Experience

• Knowledge of computer packages, including the Microsoft Suite and data software packages.
• Work experience relating to environmental management and sustainability.
• Ability to conduct data and information research, analysis, and interpretation to produce clearly presented reports and recommendations for key stakeholders.
• Strong organisational/time management skills, with the ability to work under pressure.

Relevant qualifications in environmental science, energy management, sustainability, or a related field.

Closing Date

Sunday 07th December 2025

Shortlisting Date

W/C 08th December 2025

Interview Date

TBC

Test/Presentation

Applicants invited to interview will receive a document containing relevant information. They will be asked to use this information to create a formatted PowerPoint presentation.

We may close this vacancy early once a sufficient number of applications has been received. Please submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.

Useful Information

Richmond & Wandsworth Better Service Partnership are committed to making our recruitment practices as inclusive as possible for everyone. We are committed to promoting equality and diversity and developing a culture that values differences, recognising that employees from a variety of backgrounds bring important and positive contributions to the Councils and can improve the way we deliver services.

We are proud to be a Disability Confident employer. If you require any reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment and selection process, please let us know.

We are also committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people/vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Some posts may be exempted under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and as such appointment to these posts will be conditional upon the receipt of a satisfactory response to a check of police records via Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).

We offer a wide range of benefits designed to attract, develop, and reward our employees such as 40 days annual leave (including Bank Holidays), flexible working and a generous pension plan.

Attachments

• Anonymised Application Guide for candidates.pdf
• Sustainability Officer Job Profile.pdf

Job Reference: randw/TP/621/8808

Contract Type: Permanent - Full Time (36 hours)

Job Category: Housing

Business Unit: HRD - Strategy, Compliance and Enabling

Location: Twickenham, London, United Kingdom

Posted on: 24 November, 2025