Engagement & Project Officer (Energy & Environment)

Full-time Fixed term 2 years (31stMarch 2028)

Benefits:Local Government Pension Scheme generous annual leave flexi scheme staff discounts

Our culture and values:

We like our staff to be proactive and innovative. Being customer focused and willing to maximise your potential at work are expected. We all work together to achieve thevery bestfor our residents which sometimes means getting involved in projects and trying new tasks outside of yourday-to-dayjob role. We love our staff to suggestnew ideasand to have enthusiasm to try out new experiences.

About the role:

Are you passionate about the environment and making a real impact in local government Do you thrive in a dynamic collaborative role where your voice matters If so we want to hear from you!

As ourEngagement& ProjectOfficer(Energy & Environment) you will be at the heart ofdelivering our new Environment Strategies. A key function of the role will be leading environmentalengagementwith our residents communitygroupsand businesses to deliver real changethatenhancesthe healthwellbeingand prosperity ofour local communities.

What you will do

• Develop and deliver meaningful engagement to empower environmental action.

• Develop and deliver an environmentalcommunication plan to ensureregular outreach activities are planned and delivered.

• Provideexpertenvironmentaladvice( saving grant referrals).

• Support monitoringand evaluation of initiatives and projects.

• Build productive and collaborative relationships with internal and external teams.

• Help us celebrate success by developingand cascadingbest practice case studies.

What we are looking for

• A strong interest in the environment.

• Excellent communicator with the ability to influence and inspire.

• Ability to build andmaintainrelationships with a wide range of internal and external stakeholders.

• A fulldriverslicense and access to a car to support travel across Brentwood and Rochford.

• Flexible approach to hours including occasional out of hours working.

• A strong teamplayer.

Why join us

• Work across two forward-thinking councils with a shared vision for innovation and excellence.

• Enjoy flexible agile working arrangements.

• Be part of a supportive inclusive and innovative team that values your ideas.

• Opportunities for professional growth and development

• Make a real difference to the lives of residents.

For an informal discussion:

For an informal chat pleaseemailor call Heather Watkinson on0.