Wakefield District – Hybrid working with 2 days from the office per week
Hours
Up to 37 Hours (flexible working welcomed)
End Date
03/04/2025
Reference
W046/25
We are looking for someone to join our Sustainability team as a Senior Project Officer - Sustainability.
What you’ll do
You will play an important role in delivery of the WDH Sustainability Plan across the organisation to improve the sustainability of our communities, protect the environment and combat climate change.
You will manage the delivery of key workstreams within the Sustainability service, to deliver the WDH Sustainability Plan across the organisation – to improve the sustainability of its communities, protect the environment and combat climate change.
What we’re looking for
* a qualification at Level 4 of the Regulated Qualifications Framework in a relevant subject area;
* excellent knowledge and understanding of sustainability, climate change and fuel poverty issues;
* experience in the project management of sustainability-related projects;
* successful performance management of a team; and
* excellent time management and organisational skills.
The post holder must hold a valid driving licence and have daily access to a vehicle to travel throughout the WDH's operational areas.
WDH is accredited by Investors in People, which means we recognise that our employees are our most valuable asset. As an employer WDH can offer you a great set of benefits which includes:
* 26 days holiday (rising to 31 after 5 years' service) and statutory bank holidays;
* an extra day off on your birthday;
* happy to talk flexible working, including options for reduced hours, compressed hours or other flexible working patterns;
* a wide range of personal development opportunities;
* a fantastic health and wellbeing package;
* access to WDH Rewards for a fantastic range of lifestyle savings and salary sacrifice schemes including cycle to work, home electronics and our car benefit scheme;
* one day to take part in our Volunteering Scheme; and
* "cycle to work" scheme and discounted shopping platform.
We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all.
How to apply
* Read the job description, person specification and guidance notes below.
* Complete the supporting information form below with details of how you meet the person specification.
* Email your supporting information form to recruitment@wdh.co.uk before the closing date. Applications close at midnight on the date specified at the top of this page.
What happens next?
* You'll receive an automatic reply to let you know we've received your application.
* We'll then score all the applications against the person specification and contact you to let you know if we're inviting you to interview.
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