Engagement & Project Officer (Energy & Environment)
Full-time, Fixed term 2 years (31st March 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 the very best for our residents which sometimes means getting involved in projects and trying new tasks outside of your day-to-day job role. We love our staff to suggest new ideas and 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 our Engagement & Project Officer (Energy & Environment), you will be at the heart of delivering our new Environment Strategies. A key function of the role will be leading environmental engagement with our residents, community groups and businesses, to deliver real change that enhances the health, wellbeing and prosperity of our local communities.
What you will do
- Develop and deliver meaningful engagement to empower environmental action.
- Develop and deliver an environmental communication plan to ensure regular outreach activities are planned and delivered.
- Provide expert environmental advice (e.g. energy saving, grant referrals).
- Support monitoring and evaluation of initiatives and projects.
- Build productive and collaborative relationships with internal and external teams.
- Help us celebrate success by developing and cascading best 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 and maintain relationships with a wide range of internal and external stakeholders.
- A full drivers license and access to a car to support travel across Brentwood and Rochford.
- Flexible approach to hours, including occasional out of hours working.
- A strong team player.
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 please email Heather.Watkinson@brentwood.gov.uk or call Heather Watkinson on 01277 312555.