Sustainability Officer - Air Quality

Full Time, Fixed Term - 2 years

Based at City Hall and working from home

We are excited to announce that we are recruiting for a 2 year fixed term position working in the field of air quality. 

We are looking for someone who is passionate about environmental issues, well-organised, versatile, experienced working with data and also with small projects. The position is working closely with a cohesive team of three working on air quality, within a larger Sustainability & Climate Change Service.  

If you are looking for a workplace where you can grow and make a difference, in a supportive and friendly environment, we’d love to hear from you. 

Here is some background on us:  

We generate a significant amounts of data which requires analysis. Combined with our knowledge and expertise this enables us to provide a range of services:  we submit statutory air quality reports to government, provide expert advice to colleagues working on transport schemes such as the Clear Air Zone, analyse planning applications for their impact on outdoor air quality and are currently developing a Clear Air Strategy and Action Plan.

We work with colleagues across the council particularly in public health and transport, environmental health, and in partnership with universities to promote and support a reduction in pollution from a wide range of sources across the city. 

Here is some more on the role: 

We are looking for a professional who is proficient at analysing and interpreting data. 

You must have a current driving licence and be available for call-outs to our air quality monitoring sites, if needed. 

We are looking for someone who is also interested in working with a range of colleagues in different teams to develop actions for our Air Quality Action Plan and get involved in communications and raising awareness to inspire everyone to take action on clean air.  

Key elements of the role include (depending on expertise and suitability), 

• Planning and delivering air quality projects 

• Air quality communication and engagement activities 

• Working with colleagues to develop actions for the forthcoming Air Quality Strategy and Action Plan 

• Reviewing air quality assessments in planning applications  

• Cover for air quality monitoring site duties 

Why Bristol City Council?

At Bristol City Council, we go that extra mile for our people; we offer a work environment which is fast moving and supportive, giving you the chance to use your skills and develop new ones within a high-profile organisation. For the majority of our roles hybrid working arrangements are available, giving teams the opportunity to work in a way that suits them, balancing service need and individual choice - mixing both home and office working.

Join us and you’ll receive an excellent rewards package including flexible working and flexitime, membership of the Local Government Pension scheme, and a generous annual leave allowance. In addition, you’ll be working in a supportive environment where you’ll have the chance to make Bristol a better place and contribute to its future.

How do I apply?

If you share our values and are ready to be part of our exciting journey please select the apply button below.

To be shortlisted for interview you’ll need to demonstrate how you meet each of the essential criteria in the Person Specification within the Further Information section of your application. On occasion we will receive high numbers of applications, we may then shortlist against the desirable criteria along with the essential criteria, so if you can, please demonstrate how you meet this in your application.

For permanent Bristol City Council employees, this post will be a secondment.

For employees who are currently on a fixed term contract with Bristol City Council, the secondment must not extend beyond the end of the fixed term period to ensure there is a substantive post to return to.

If you are currently a casual worker or a member of an employment agency (currently working with Bristol City Council) this post will be a fixed term contract.

We're a Disability Confident employer which means we value recruiting and retaining disabled people. Any job applicants who consider themselves to be disabled and meet the essential criteria in the Person Specification are guaranteed an interview. We'll make reasonable adjustments throughout the interview process and provide continued workplace support throughout your career.

For further information, please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification or alternatively, please contact Kathy Derrick - kathy.derrick@bristol.gov.uk 

At Bristol City Council, we value having a workforce as diverse as the city we serve. We therefore welcome, develop and promote people from all sections of the community. Appointments will be made on merit.

The personal information section (including your name) you’ll complete as part of the application form will not be visible to hiring managers, but is used confidentially to make sure that everyone is treated fairly.