Job Introduction
Job Title: Sustainability and Net Zero Programme Manager
Liverpool City Council has a commitment to Net zero and as such is investing in the formation of a Sustainability team to be based at the heart of Liverpool.
The Sustainability Team’s work incorporates several key Council policies including the Council Plan 2023 – 2027, Liverpool Local Plan 2013-2033, Liverpool Net Zero Carbon Plan 2030, The Liverpool Region Combined l Authority Five Year Action Plan 2023-2028, Let’s Clear the Air Liverpool Plan, All Together Fairer: Health Equity and the Social Determinants of Health in Cheshire & Merseyside.
These policies and plans are in turn being shaped through innovation projects such as Realizing Net Zero Liverpool (funded by UKRI) which is building a scalable and investable City-wide model covering clean energy assets, building decarbonisation and retrofit, heat networks and EV/Green travel. The Sustainability Team’s role is to provide high-quality sustainability and net zero advice to internal stakeholders (such as the Property, Planning, Transport, Waste, Culture and Heritage teams) and to external stakeholders (such as investors, suppliers, City partners and residents).
The Sustainability team will be made up of a number of key roles, and this role we are recruiting for a Sustainability and Net Zero Programme Manager is pivotal to driving success for Liverpool city council in its ambitious targets.
The Role:
- The Sustainability and Net Zero Programme manager will be responsible for the development and successful delivery of all sustainability and Net Zero projects, programmes and portfolios. These projects may include innovation projects, development/investment projects or construction projects
- One of the key activities of the Sustainability and Net Zero Programme manager, will be to appoint and manage suitably qualified supply chains and ensure that these are compliant with all relevant legislation, policies, standards, reporting requirements and KPIs q` Being responsible for the design of a high-quality management information and reporting system to support delivery of project outcomes (including time, cost, quality), carbon baselining and measurement, effective management of stakeholders and risk, KPIs, resourcing, programming and effective engagement and decision making
Our offer to you:
- At least 27 days holiday, plus bank holidays rising to 32 after 5 years’ service (pro rata if part time) - option to purchase further days
- Agile working (Role dependent) - A “Flexibility First” approach to Agile working where flexibility is the norm rather than the exception
- Part of the Local Government Pension scheme – option to join the AVC scheme
- Progression - opportunities and training through a wide range of high quality learning
- Health and Wellbeing - offer including Employee assistance programme
- Cycle to Work and Travel Pass Schemes
- Drive Time – a salary sacrifice car lease scheme
- Family friendly policies with enhanced leave
- Discounted Gym Memberships
- Employee Volunteering Scheme
- Medicash
Liverpool is home to vibrant, energetic and engaged communities, people who take real ownership of their local area and are passionate about making our city a better place. We've got ambitious targets to meet by 2025 and we need people who are driven, dynamic and ready to deliver the very best for our communities.
Public service is more important than ever, and this role represents a real opportunity to make a difference to our communities by transforming the way we work and placing our residents at the heart of everything we do. Working at Liverpool City Council provides an opportunity to contribute to your community and make a positive impact on the lives of residents.
Our values shape how we work to deliver public services, and how we communicate with the residents we serve. We care about the best outcomes for local people, through our public services. We are proud of our world-famous thriving city with its rich culture, affordable housing, stunning waterfront and our beautiful green spaces – there’s really something for everyone!
Next steps:
Closing date: Midnight on Sunday 1st June 2025
Interviews will take place the W/C 9th June 2025
We reserve the right to close vacancies earlier than the specified date should we receive sufficient applications. If interested, please complete an application as early as possible.
Please note: this vacancy is classified as politically restricted position.
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If you would like any further information or an informal discussion, please contact Claire Harris Interim Strategic Attraction and Recruitment Lead via email claire.harris@liverpool.gov.uk.
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Liverpool City Council is committed to fostering a workforce representative of the communities we serve. As an Equal Opportunities Employer, we believe in appointing candidates based on their skills, experience, qualifications, and abilities. To support this commitment, we guarantee an interview to candidates from under-represented groups who meet the minimum essential criteria for the role.
If you require any reasonable adjustments in line with the Equality Act 2010, such as an application form in a different format or additional time to complete your application, please contact us at recruitment@liverpool.gov.uk.
Although we advertise on Jobs Go Public, and other websites, your application process will be directed to our Tribepad system. Please note that all communication regarding your application for this post will be sent to the email address that you have registered on Tribepad, including your invite to interview if you are shortlisted. Please check your emails regularly, including Spam/Junk, after the closing dates for notifications. Please ensure you complete your full profile, work and education history in Tribepad.
