The Council declared a Climate and Ecological Emergency (CEE) in 2019. This is a Sustainability Project Officer post working to meet the Council’s ambition to be net zero by 2030. The post holder will take a lead role in developing and delivering the Council’s CEE plan. They may also develop and implement other projects which may fall within the Council’s scope of services.

We are one of the country’s largest town councils. Our services cover everything from events and celebrations, to cemeteries, public toilets, allotments, parks, gardens, the beach and promenade. Our priorities are to make Weymouth:

A town to be proud of, that looks clean and attractive and has something for everyone.
An aspirational town where people have the opportunities to improve, learn and earn.
An accessible town where you can access services and amenities regardless of ability, age or need.
A prospectus town where year round events and activities bring in visitors and increase economic opportunities.
A green town that reduces its carbon footprint year on year and seeks to protect nature.

Job Purpose

To deliver and lead on CEE projects in line with recognised project management methodology, practices and standards;
To research CEE topics and draft reports, proposals and policies.

Key responsibilities

To champion environmental matters across the Council;
To lead on CEE projects and continuous improvement;
To advise the Council on innovative projects and generate ideas for consideration;
To produce and contribute towards project management documentation including Scopes, Project initiation documents, schedules, business cases, risk assessments etc;
To help the environment become a golden thread through all work of the Council;
To work with partners to deliver shared goals and maximise benefits for the town;
To manage resources for allocated projects;
To advise senior managers and Councillors on the progress of projects and assist with problem solving;
To support and report to relevant internal or external partnerships, working groups and any other relevant stakeholders;
To support and promote the Council’s policies, procedures, values, and behaviours in all dealings with staff, Members and the public;
The duties and responsibilities of the post are not restrictive, and the post holder may be required to undertake other duties from time to time. Any such duties should not however, substantially change the general character of the post.

For further information please contact Ben Heath, Amenities Manager on [email protected]

Sustainability Project Officer

Weymouth Town Council