Project Coordinator – Electric Vehicle Infrastructure

Do you want to play a key role in delivering electric vehicle infrastructure that supports communities across East Sussex If so this is an exciting opportunity to help shape a more sustainable accessible transport network for residents businesses and visitors.

Youll join a team managing a recently awarded contract to introduce on-street electric vehicle chargepoint infrastructure across East Sussex that will support sustainable economic growth in the county reductions in carbon emissions and the the wider objectives of the East Sussex Local Transport Plan 4. Working with the chargepoint operator the role will help co-ordinate the Councils delivery on electric vehicle chargepoints for residents without off-street parking and enabling opportunities for en route charging. Youll also contribute to developing new policies and managing grant funding programmes for residents to introduce cross-pavement solutions to support safe and equitable access to home charging

We are looking for candidates who:

• Have an interest in sustainable transport and electric vehicle infrastructure
• Can organise and prioritise a varied and challenging workload
• Can work independently and as part of a team
• Have communication skills with a range of stakeholders
• Can support project delivery and policy development

Please download the Job Description and Person Specification for more information. Please note this is a fixed term position until December 2029.

To apply for this role please follow the Apply Now button above and upload your CV and a supporting statement. When writing your supporting statement be sure to address how you meet all the criteria in the person specification drawing on any relevant work/life experience education or personal interests.

For guidance on how to write an application see our how to apply page and ourstatement on the use of AI.

Interviews will take place via Microsoft Teams unless you request an in-person interview. Interviews will be taking place during weeks commencing 22 June or 29 June.

Candidates who meet certain criteria are given priority when we shortlist. See our priority status pagefor details.

This is a unique opportunity to help deliver a major step forward in East Sussexs journey to Net Zero supporting innovative solutions that improve accessibility reduce emissions and benefit local communities.

We offer a diverse range of benefits to help and support you during your employment. More information can be found on ourbenefits page.

For an informal discussion about this opportunity contact Ian Glover Project Manager Electric Vehicle Infrastructure () or Jon Wheeler Team Manager Infrastructure Planning & Place () to request a MS teams call or phone call.

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