Climate Response Co-ordinator – Electric Vehicle
Charging Infrastructure

About us

We are an ambitious, progressive local authority committed to tackle the climate emergency and address sustainability. Our climate emergency team co-ordinates the climate emergency response and supports the delivery of a variety of related sustainability projects.

The role

Full time, 37 hours per week, 2-year fixed term contract until 30 September 2027. Hybrid working is possible with minimum of two days in the office at 1 Time Square per week.

We are seeking a motivated, well organised and creative team player with a knowledge of climate change and sustainability to join our climate emergency team.

The primary focus of this role will initially be on the development and implementation of electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure. The postholder will play a key role in supporting the council's EV strategy, including contributing to the delivery of Local Electric Vehicle Infrastructure (LEVI) projects.

You will help support, develop and deliver a range of climate and sustainability-related initiatives and assist the team to co-ordinate and report progress on the Council’s new Climate Emergency Action Plan. You will participate in and provide secretarial support for various ‘in house’ climate and sustainability-related project groups, and for the external Warrington Climate Emergency Commission. You will play an active part in progressing specific projects including staff and public engagement and Carbon Literacy training.

What's needed?

• We are looking for a creative and motivated individual with Knowledge of climate change and sustainability policy and practice with an understanding of the role of local authorities in this sphere.
• Good organisational and administrative skills
• Good communication and presentation skills
• Experience of inter-disciplinary work
• The ability to contribute to and implement change
• A good standard of numeracy and literacy
• A degree or experience in a relevant/related discipline.

As well as a competitive salary, working for us means you get:

• 26 days annual holiday - raising to 31 after 5 years of service (pro-rata)
• Access to our attractive and competitive benefits package
• Access to our Health & Wellbeing Programme

Key Dates & Further Information

Please read the job description and person specification before applying. If you meet the criteria and would like to apply make your application online. Shortlisted candidates will be invited for interview in late July/August. For an informal discussion about the role or further information please contact Stephen McNulty, Business Manager (01925) 442682 or email smcnulty@warrington.gov.uk

The ability to converse at ease with customers and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post.

In accordance with Home Office guidance, successful candidates must evidence their right to work in the UK before commencement of employment. Sponsorship is not available for this role; therefore you must have the right to work in the UK to be eligible for appointment.

Warrington Borough Council is a Disability Confident employer

Warrington Borough Council Offices, 1 Time Square, Warrington, WA1 2NT