Sustainability Officer

Richmond and Wandsworth Councils; Greater London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A local governmental body in Greater London seeks a Sustainability Officer to drive sustainability initiatives and monitor progress towards Net Zero 2030. The role involves developing policies, engaging stakeholders, and promoting sustainable practices within the organization. Candidates should have relevant qualifications and experience in environmental management. Benefits include 40 days annual leave and flexible working arrangements.

Benefits

40 days annual leave

Flexible working

Generous pension plan

Qualifications

• Work experience relating to environmental management and sustainability.
• Ability to produce clearly presented reports and recommendations.

Responsibilities

• Develop and promote sustainability policy and strategies.
• Monitor progress toward Net Zero 2030.
• Act as primary contact for sustainability queries.

Skills

Knowledge of computer packages, including the Microsoft Suite and data software packages

Ability to conduct data and information research, analysis, and interpretation

Strong organisational/time management skills

Education

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

Job description

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 Council's 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.

Qualifications and Requirements

• 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.

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. Richmond and Wandsworth Councils