Energy and Sustainability Officer - Schools
Please Note: The application deadline for this job has now passed.
About Us
This role will play a critical part of delivery of the Councils’ climate change targets. You will assist with the delivery of actions and objectives set out in the Richmond Climate Emergency Strategy and the Wandsworth Environment Strategy to support the creation and promotion of sustainability activities and tools aimed at transforming operations within the Councils and schools to achieve real sustainability change.
We are looking for someone who can work in our team to lead on environment and climate change projects but who can also contribute to wider climate work in the organisation. This is a great opportunity to see the breadth of work happening across Richmond and Wandsworth Council on climate, net zero and environment policies.
In order to apply, you will need to have:
- Working knowledge of Climate change policy, legislative drivers, technology and net zero with sound understanding the importance of evidence-based decisions and/or systems approach.
- You will need to have the ability to form and maintain relationships across the councils to facilitate delivery of our Climate and environment priorities and will need to manage priorities and ensure that multiple workstreams have the support they require.
- Possess an environmental degree / diploma or working toward completion in a relevant environmental subject i.e., Sustainability / Environmental Management. Electrical installation/ Buildings Services City and Guilds Qualification
At Richmond and Wandsworth Councils, we care more about how you work and what you achieve, rather than where you work on any given day. The difference you can make to our local communities is what really matters most to us, service delivery must always come first.
We have carefully considered agile ways of working to provide the best experience for residents, stakeholders and our staff. Our agile working strategy actively supports and encourages a dynamic work environment and daily working experience. Agile working helps put the needs of our staff at the centre of everything we do, so if specific flexible working arrangements helps you with this, feel free to let us know.
Your wellbeing and the flexible way in which you can work is and will remain a key priority for Richmond and Wandsworth Councils. We want you to thrive and feel empowered in your work!
We recognise the importance of a good balance between work and home life so we do everything we can to accommodate flexible working including, working from home, compressed or part-time hours, job shares and other arrangements. We also offer a generous holiday allowance of 40 paid days (pro rata) including bank holidays and a wide range of learning and development opportunities.
In addition, we offer a comprehensive range of staff benefits such as membership of the Local Government pension scheme, childcare vouchers, new technology scheme, interest-free loans on annual travel cards, discounts with many leisure activities, restaurants, shops and other establishments.
Indicative Recruitment Timeline
Closing Date: 28th April 2023
Shortlisting Date: 3rd May 2023
Interview Date: 10th-12th May
Useful Information:
The closing date is given as a guide. We reserve the right to close this vacancy once a sufficient number of applications has been received. We strongly advise you to complete your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.
We particularly welcome applications from sections of the community who are currently underrepresented within our teams.
Richmond and Wandsworth Councils 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.
The application process for this campaign will be anonymised.
We are proud to be a Disability Confident employer.
Important Information:
Richmond and Wandsworth Councils are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people/vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment
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