Plastics & Sustainability Project Officer - 7595

2
South West
Bodmin , Exeter
Sir John Moore House, Manley House
Staff Grade 4
Permanent
Full Time
Operational Delivery
£27,138
Are you a talented, exciting, kind and inspirational person who cares about our environment? Are you the type of person who gets out of bed in a morning with challenging ideas and ambitions and want to work alongside some of the most talented people in environmental protection? If so, we can help.
The stark threat of plastic accumulating in our land, rivers and oceans is possibly one of the greatest environmental challenges of our time. In response to this, we are establishing a new Plastics and Sustainability Team which will work to reduce, recover and remove plastic that could or has entered our environment.
We are looking for talented people who can work as part of a strong team to deliver plastic reduction projects at all levels by supporting communities and working across a variety of sectors. You will work as part of a team but have the freedom to use your own initiative, ambition and inspiration to make a real difference in the environment.
You will also form an essential part of the wider Devon Cornwall and Isles of Scilly Area team by raising our profile and reputation.
A new team of 6 highly talented people to include a Programme Manager, 2 Project Managers and 2 Project Officers working to support communities and businesses reduce, recover and remove plastic in the environment. The team will be part of our Environmental Monitoring Assessment and Analyses Team based in Devon Cornwall and the IoS and will report to the Area Environment Manager (Environmental Monitoring).
This is an exciting and challenging role where you will have to work alongside a wide variety of groups to stop plastic loss and reduce environmental damage. You will be expert in delivering positive change by using the power of storytelling and creating fun. You will need to deliver effective results by influencing and working with other well established teams and be able to react in a positive way to challenges and others ideas. We are looking for people who are politically aware and are confident decision makers.
We are fully committed to having an inclusive workforce to reflect the communities we serve and welcome applications regardless of race, gender, religion, nationality. We don’t just talk about diversity; we seek it, embrace it and live it for the benefit of our staff, our communities and our environment.
Closing Date: 25th February 2018 at 23:55 hours
The location for these roles are flexible; you will be based at either of our officers in Bodmin or Exeter. A vehicle will be provided for your field work across the Devon, Cornwall and IoS Area. For more information about this role please contact Peter Long on 07818015502 or at peter.long@environment-agency.gov.uk

25/02/2018, 23:55 hours

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Achieves Results
You will need to demonstrate that you can influence and persuade at a high level. You will have exceptional listening skills and be able to create positive change through your leadership and active intervention. You will be able to describe different approaches to get the best outcomes for the reduction, removal and recovery of plastic. We are looking for someone with a proven track record of making things happen in an inspirational way.
Communicates Effectively
You will have experience of planning and running meetings with both internal and external groups. We are looking for someone who can deliver messages effectively and seeks feedback. It is essential you are able to work with people at all levels, explore opportunities and embed them. You will be used to using different types of media to promote your goals.
Manages Self
We believe that the best outcomes are delivered in cooperation with others. You will be able to demonstrate how you plan your time to be effective and efficient in everything you do. You will have excellent time management and be able to demonstrate how you plan your work. Prioritisation of work is key and you will need to demonstrate that you are a completer finisher with a proven track record.
Uses Initiative
You will have a record of delivering positive outcomes by using your own initiative. Faced with a challenge we expect people to quickly scope out opportunities, explore different ways of delivery and seek the maximum benefit using new and innovative approaches. You will have the ability and confidence to make good decisions under difficult situations.
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If you are applying from the Civil Service please note that the Environment Agency is not a part of HM Civil Service and you would not be a Crown Servant in the event of being appointed. Therefore, you will not be eligible for continuous service. For applicants who currently work in local government or other bodies listed in the Redundancy Payments (Continuity of Employment in Local Government etc) (Modification) Order 1999, you may be eligible for continuous service for the purpose of calculating any future redundancy payment. If you are unsure of your status then you should contact your own HR Team.

We are fully committed to having a diverse and inclusive workforce to reflect the communities we serve. We welcome flexible working patterns for all our vacancies, including job share, so please include clearly any information regarding your preferred working arrangements on your application.

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This Vacancy is closed to applications.