Energy and Sustainability Officer - Greater London, United Kingdom - Richmond and Wandsworth Councils

Richmond and Wandsworth Councils

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Greater London, United Kingdom

2 weeks ago

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Tom O´Connor

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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.

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, term time only, job shares and other arrangements. We also offer a generous holiday allowance of 39 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:
Please note that the advertised dates for interviews may change due to the current Covid-19 situation. If they do, we will let you know as soon as possible.

Your health and wellbeing is our top priority. Should you become unwell due to Covid-19 during the recruitment process we would very much appreciate receiving an update from you as soon as possible

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.

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