Mid Suffolk District Council are looking to recruit a Retrofit and Engagement Project Officer to join our team based in Ipswich, Suffolk. You will join us on a full-time, fixed-term or secondment opportunity for 1 year. The successful candidate will earn a competitive salary of £36,124 - £42,708 per annum (pro rata for part time).
Full-time, part-time and job share opportunities will be considered.
Are you passionate about climate change? We can offer you an exciting opportunity, if you are motivated to make a significant impact on climate change.
What we are looking for
We are seeking a Retrofit and Engagement Project Officer to join our dedicated Climate Change and Nature Recovery Team.
With an ambitious target to reach net-zero by 2030, this role is pivotal in turning our vision into a reality and shaping a sustainable future for our communities.
You will share our values, commitment, and motivation to make a difference for our residents, clients, and communities.
About the role
Reporting to the Climate Change Manager, you will lead the development and management of a place-based energy efficiency and carbon reduction programme to residents across Mid Suffolk.
Working within the Climate and Nature Recovery service, you will support the climate change priorities of the council.
This is a unique opportunity to play a key role in delivering an initiative that seeks to reduce carbon emissions for residents through a range of interventions that bring multiple benefits, and to do so in a manner that ensures inclusive, informed and impactful climate action.
You will be responsible for:
project managing a place-based residential energy and carbon programme
stakeholder management
managing budgets and contractors
delivering key work packages to increase up take of energy efficiency and renewable energy improvements
managing public engagement and partnership working for place-base delivery
supporting the delivery of the councils’ 2030 target for Net Zero, and associated action plans and strategies for Climate and Nature Recovery
Individuals will be expected to take responsibility for their own continuous development, engaging in a range of activities including horizon scanning, networking, training and updating in a variety of forms/formats.
Occasional evening or weekend attendance at events may be required.
About you
This role will require you to work corporately and collaboratively within its own service and across all other service areas to achieve the specific deliverables, but will have key relationships with local businesses, community energy groups, partners and funders, other local authorities and the Suffolk Climate Change Partnership.
This is a unique and challenging opportunity for the right candidate to make a real difference and play a key part in creating a sustainable future for the Mid Suffolk communities.
Desirable Qualifications:
relevant degree or further education
project management qualification such as Prince 2, APM, PMI
training or certificates related to energy efficiency, retrofit or offering sustainability advice to the public
Key personal attributes:
passion for tackling climate change and in delivering measurable impact
confident communicator with the ability to engage with multiple stakeholders
collaborative mindset to work across diverse teams and disciplines
This post will require a full UK driving licence and access to own vehicle due to the rural nature of the district.
About us
Working together across our council and with our partners in the public, private and voluntary sectors, we provide excellent services to our 102,000 residents across Mid Suffolk.
We are proud of the role we play in creating the environment, economy, and communities for our district. We believe that the heart of Suffolk is an incredibly special place to live and work. With picturesque market towns, 31 conservation areas and two National Landscapes within our district, it is little wonder that we are consistently within the top 50 places to live in the UK.
Benefits of working for us
Great opportunities for learning and development
Generous leave entitlement (equivalent to 26 days a year, increasing to 31 days after 5 years’ service, plus bank holidays)
Competitive Local Government Pension Scheme
Wellbeing Support Program
Employee Assist Program
Health Care Options
Our ways of working
Work is what we do, not where we go!
We are committed to working in a more hybrid way, with a mix of office, home, and remote based working (Business needs permitting). This has worked well for us and is something we will be continuing with.
We are committed to supporting equality and diversity, Mid Suffolk District Council provide opportunity and ambition for all, supporting and enabling our people to deliver the best possible service for our residents.
Closing date: 11pm, 27 July 2025.
Interview date: 7 and 8 August 2025.
If you think you have what it takes to be successful in this Retrofit and Engagement Project Officer role, even if you don’t meet all the requirements, please apply. We would appreciate the opportunity to consider your application.
This authority is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. DBS checks or police vetting will be required for relevant posts