Sustainability Officer

Hartpury University and Hartpury College; England; Hybrid; GBP 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK educational institution is seeking a Sustainability Officer to drive sustainability initiatives. The role involves collaborating with diverse teams to manage carbon emissions and promote environmental efficiency. Candidates should have strong analytical skills, experience with utilities management, and proficiency in IT systems like Microsoft Office. This full-time position offers a hybrid working model, generous benefits including 25 days of annual leave, wellbeing support, and a commitment to inclusivity.

Benefits

Hybrid working arrangements

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Employee Assistance Programme

Generous pension scheme

Cycle to Work Scheme

Onsite fitness facilities

Support for continuous professional development

Qualifications

• Good understanding of sustainability issues, including carbon emissions and energy management.
• Experience managing utilities, invoices, and associated data.
• Analytical and detail-oriented with data management capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and support reporting on carbon emissions and sustainability data.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to achieve sustainability objectives.
• Embed sustainability into capital projects and operational practices.

Skills

Proactive and solutions-focused

Strong organisational skills

Good communication skills

Competent with IT systems

Tools

Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)

Job description

£28,561 - £32,368 per annum

A minimum of 37.5 hours per week

Fixed Term for 12 months covering Maternity Cover

About the Role

• Focusing on utilities, energy management and estates operations to improve efficiency and reduce environmental impact
• Monitor and support reporting on carbon emissions, sustainability data and performance
• Contribute to initiatives across waste, recycling, biodiversity, transport and space management
• Embed sustainability into capital projects, procurement and operational practices
• Deliver behaviour change and awareness campaigns across staff and students
• Work collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders to achieve sustainability objectives

About You

• Proactive and solutions‑focused, with a passion for sustainability
• Collaborative and confident working across diverse teams, departments and stakeholders
• Analytical and detail‑oriented, with the ability to collect, manage and interpret data effectively
• Good understanding of sustainability issues, including carbon emissions, energy, utilities and waste management
• Experience managing utilities, invoices and associated data
• Strong organisational skills, able to manage multiple priorities and projectsExcellent communication skills, engaging effectively with staff and students
• Competent with IT systems, particularly Microsoft Office (Excel, Word and PowerPoint)
• Committed to embedding sustainability principles across all areas of work

We offer a fantastic package of staff benefits, including

• Hybrid working arrangements with blended approach of office and home working
• 25 days annual leave entitlement plus bank holidays
• Wellbeing support, including our Employee Assistance Programme
• Generous pension scheme (LGPS)
• Employee Discounts Scheme
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Electric Vehicle Salary Sacrifice Scheme, launching in 2026
• Onsite fitness facilities
• Support for continuous professional development
• Flexible working opportunities available
• Enhanced maternity, adoption and paternity leave

About Us

Hartpury University and Hartpury College are among the UK’s leading specialist education providers in agriculture, animal, equine, sport and veterinary nursing. Located in Gloucestershire, Hartpury University and Hartpury College sit side‑by‑side on a beautiful 360‑hectare campus. We provide world‑class facilities to more than 4,500 university and college‑level students studying undergraduate and postgraduate degrees, A‑levels and diplomas, as well as undertaking industry research. The University is rated top 10 in the UK for Teaching Quality (The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2025) and has 97% graduate employability, whilst the College is rated Ofsted Outstanding in all areas. A passionate and innovative business culture and exceptional support networks make Hartpury an ideal career choice.

Hartpury is committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive community – a place where we can all be ourselves. We particularly welcome applicants that we are underrepresented in, including those from ethnically diverse backgrounds, LGBTQI+ communities, and those living with disabilities. As part of our commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion we offer a range of inclusive policies, flexible working arrangements and a multi‑faith space to support staff from different backgrounds. To find out more about our commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusivity, please click here.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to Disclosure and Barring Service checks along with other relevant employment checks.

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