Sustainability and Net Zero Projects Officer

Job introduction

Job title: Sustainability & Net Zero Projects Officer

A bit about us:

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 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, as well as affordable housing, good schools, beautiful green spaces – there’s really something for everyone!

The role:

• The role of Sustainability and Net Zero Projects Officer will provide project support across the Council’s sustainability and net zero portfolio, covering decarbonisation of buildings, clean energy and heat, green transport, waste and recycling, and biodiversity initiatives. Delivery of multiple, diverse projects from inception to closure within agreed time, quality and cost parameters, including setting up core project documents, managing risks and issues, overseeing budgets and suppliers, and reporting against KPIs such as carbon reduction, social value and cost savings
• In the role of a Sustainability and Net Zero Projects Officer, you will shape and define projects, establish effective governance, plan and track delivery, compile clear progress updates, and build strong relationships with internal stakeholders and external partners, suppliers and consultants. The role will report to the Sustainability & Net Zero Programme Delivery Manager within the Capital Projects & Sustainability directorate and contribute directly to the Council Plan and wider social value
• Your demonstrable knowledge as a PRINCE2‑qualified (and/or equivalent experience) project professional with a strong understanding of sustainability and Net Zero, combined with excellent communication, analytical skills, time management and stakeholder collaboration, will enable success
• The role operates in a hybrid environment with our officers based out of the Cunard Building in Liverpool City Centre and requires clear accountability for value for money, effective governance, health and safety and equal opportunities across all work

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

Next steps:

Closing date: Midnight on Monday 16th February 2026
Shortlisting date: Friday 27th February 2026
Interview date: W/C Monday 9th March 2026
Interview type: Face-to-face

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 a politically restricted position.

If you would like any further information or an informal discussion, please contact Sam Bailey at sam.bailey@liverpool.gov.uk or 07984337313

Watch our recruitment video and see what life is like working at Liverpool City Council.

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.

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