Sustainability Officer

JR United Kingdom; Shrewsbury; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading organization is looking for a dedicated individual to support the sustainability strategy in accordance with the England Golf Strategy 2025-2030. You will assist in promoting sustainability practices across golf clubs and stakeholder groups, contribute to key campaigns and work collaboratively with various teams to reduce carbon emissions effectively. This role requires a proactive approach, excellent communication skills, and a strong background in sustainability and environmental management.

Qualifications

• Sufficient educational attainment to demonstrate ability to carry out the role to the required standard.
• Sound understanding of golf facility management and sustainable practices.
• Proven budget management skills.

Responsibilities

• Support the implementation of the England Golf sustainability plan 2025-2030.
• Coordinate connectivity and education of stakeholders.
• Assist in reducing carbon emissions across the organization.

Skills

Communication

Planification

Collaboration

Gestion de budget

Soutien à la durabilité

Analyse

Education

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

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 the connectivity and education of internal stakeholders, counties, and golf clubs in line with the sustainability plan.
• Contribute to a sustainability promotional & advocacy campaign aligned with 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 emissions 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 and implement changes to make the workplace greener, especially working 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 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 needed.
• Perform other duties as reasonably requested.

Dimensions/Resources:

Staff:

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

Administrative:

• Participate in external meetings with key stakeholders, groups & organizations.
• Support the GB&I Sustainability group and internal sustainability working group.
• Attend team meetings and full staff meetings.
• Present 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 to spend at least 2-3 days every 2 weeks at the headquarters.

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 others.

Preparation and production of clear and detailed reports.

Ability to gather and analyze information.

Outstanding communication skills, including public speaking.

Proficiency in spreadsheet, word processing, and presentation software.

Friendly and willing to support colleagues and customers.

Ability to communicate clearly, accurately, and appropriately.

Confidence and social skills to represent the organization externally.

Commitment to diversity and equal opportunities.

Interest and experience in sustainability, business management, or environmental science.

Proven budget management skills.

Valid driver’s license required for travel.

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

Experience in carbon footprinting.

Understanding of the structure of national, regional, and county-based sport and golf organizations.

Experience working in business, sport, government, or NGO sectors.