4925 Environmental Sustainability Project Officer
Job Summary
Working Pattern:
Full time
Advert Start Date:
16/08/2022
Advert End Date:
Closed for applications on 04/09/2022 23:59
Salary:
£28,226 - £31,895 pa
Job Category:
Environmental Services / Waste / Recycling/ Parks
Employment Location:
Any location within North Tyneside
Further Information
A Green North Tyneside is one of five key themes of the Our North Tyneside Council Plan 2021-25. Sustainability is at the heart of everything the Authority does and its key policy making.
The Authority has declared a climate emergency and has recently published its Carbon Net-Zero 2030 Action Plan. This builds on former iterations of key climate related plans and the success of reducing the Authority’s carbon footprint by 53% and the Borough’s carbon footprint by 47%.
The Authority has a long-term strategic vision for the waste of the Borough and this is set out in the 10 year plan for waste. Reducing the carbon footprint of waste is a priority.
Reducing waste, increasing re-use and recycling, avoiding landfill and introducing new ways of recycling such as separate food waste collections are all essential tools in delivering the Authority’s waste strategy and carbon net-zero 2030 policy commitment.
The Authority shares a Biodiversity Strategy with Newcastle City Council and is committed to protecting and enhancing biodiversity.
This job role is key in developing and delivering projects that support the key strategies and action plans of the service. The post will provide capacity across the service area in the delivery of projects in the field of climate, waste and biodiversity.
The successful applicant must have excellent organisational, administration and people skills, be a good communicator both verbal and written and have good ICT skills. They must have a passion for protecting and enhancing the environment. They will be reliable, flexible, able to multi task and to meet tight deadlines while maintaining attention to detail. We are looking for someone who can work as a team member and use their own initiative when necessary.
The post-holder directly supports the Environmental Sustainability Manager and will also work with senior officers and managers as required.
As an employee of North Tyneside Council, you will feel valued from the moment you join us. We have a comprehensive induction process to ensure you are supported in your role from day one and our experienced and approachable management team will support you to achieve your professional goals.
In return for your valuable contribution, you will have access to our excellent benefits package:
• Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme (for contracts of 3 months or more)
• A generous annual leave allowance, which increases with service, plus bank holidays
• A range of flexible working and leave options, including part-time working, to support work/life balance (subject to business requirements)
• Access to Occupational Health services including physiotherapy and counselling
• Our Employee Assistance Programme which includes a telephone helpline and extensive online resources for support and advice
• Extensive training and development opportunities including access to our Learning Pool online platform
• Supported career progression
• Discounted membership of our Leisure Centres including 5 gyms; 4 pools; 2 spas and over 250 classes every week
• The ‘Benefits Plus’ Scheme enabling salary sacrifice for Car Leasing; Cycle to Work Scheme; additional annual leave, public transport season tickets, and professional subscriptions
• Credit Union Savings Scheme
• A supportive Occupational Sick Pay scheme
For an informal discussion please contact Michael Keenlyside on (0191) 643 6465 or email michael.keenlyside@northtyneside.gov.uk
North Tyneside Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
In addition, staff and volunteers are expected to familiarise themselves with all relevant policies, procedures and guidance in relation to safeguarding children and safe practice with vulnerable adults. Within North Tyneside, safeguarding is everybody’s business.
Please note
This job is closed for applications.