Environmental Management Officer
| Posting date: | 26 April 2024 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £28,759 to £32,332 per year, pro rata |
| Additional salary information: | £23,007 to £25,865 pro rata |
| Hours: | Part time |
| Closing date: | 12 May 2024 |
| Location: | York, North Yorkshire |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | York St John University |
| Job type: | Contract |
| Job reference: | 045-24 |
Summary
Part time fixed term
Location: York
Salary: £28,759 to £32,332 per annum (£23,007 to £25,865 pro rata)
Introduction to York St John University
Situated in the heart of the historic city of York, and with the addition of our London Campus, York St John University has a long and proud tradition as a distinguished higher education provider.
Our success is founded on the quality of academic teaching and research, our thriving campus environments, our professional and pastoral support, and our values of an inclusive, innovative and ambitious community with a strong sense of belonging.
The Team
The successful candidate will work within the Estates Management and Development Directorate at York St John, as part of the team responsible for environmental & sustainability management, building compliance and energy management.
The role
This role is a 12 month fixed term maternity cover position. The successful candidate will be the primary point of contact for operational waste management. They shall support effective environmental management and day-to-day waste and recycling management at the University. This includes assisting with the monitoring, reporting and development of the University’s environmental performance to ensure the University’s compliance with all statutory obligations.
In addition to this there will be opportunity to deliver a number of environmental projects, surveys and audits across the University estate, supervising contractors as necessary, and coordinating input from other University staff where appropriate.
This role is 0.8 of full-time equivalent (FTE) role, which equates to 4 working days per week. There is potential for arranging working days/hours over the week to suit personal circumstances.
Required skills and experience
The successful candidate will thrive working in a complex environment. They should hold a degree in a numerate discipline, be able to work independently and as part of a project team. They should also have a genuine enthusiasm for carrying out environmental improvement projects.
Additional information
For informal enquiries please contact Stuart Middleton at s.middleton@yorksj.ac.uk or 01904 876083.
Unfortunately this role is not eligible for Skilled Worker Visa sponsorship however we welcome your application if you are able to evidence right to work in the UK via an alternative route.
We offer a range of family friendly and inclusive policies and facilities to support staff from different backgrounds. As part of our commitment to providing an inclusive working environment, consideration is given to all requests for job share or flexible working arrangements.
Application process support
Before starting your application please refer to the attached 'candidate guidance document' which provides advice about completing the application process.
If you require a reasonable adjustment in order to apply for this position please contact vacancies@yorksj.ac.uk. Within the application form there is an opportunity for you to request a reasonable adjustment at the interview stage of the process, however if you wish to discuss this in further detail at any point in the process please do not hesitate to contact us. The following resource may help you adapt the device you are using to apply to suit your needs My Computer My Way (abilitynet.org.uk)
Please note that CVs are not accepted in place of the application form. Within the application process you will be asked to answer a selection of work-related questions. Our aim is to get to know you, and understand your individual skills and experience, and how you would apply these within the role. We are aware that ChatGPT can assist you with this, but we would prefer you to share your answers in your own words.
Our benefits package
We offer a wide range of employee benefits including -
- Excellent annual leave entitlement, including five discretionary university closure days over the Christmas period
- Disability leave (applies to staff who have disclosed a disability and is also available to staff with disabled dependants)
- Pension scheme
- Health Cash Plan after six months service
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Paid leave for Armed Forces Reservists
- On-campus courses, one-to-one tutorials, and online resources to help you develop your digital skills and work with new software
- Relocation expenses package for certain roles
- Reimbursement of Skilled Worker Visa application fees and Visa loan scheme for additional costs
Further information about life at YSJ
Read more about our culture, inclusive community, working arrangements and benefits for York St John employees here.
The latest news, views and stories from our staff and students can be found here.
We are committed to managing and reducing our environmental impact and to promoting sustainable development wherever we can, read more here.
Closing Date - Sunday 12 May 2024 at midnight
Provisional Interview Date - Tuesday 04 June 2024
Location: York
Salary: £28,759 to £32,332 per annum (£23,007 to £25,865 pro rata)
Introduction to York St John University
Situated in the heart of the historic city of York, and with the addition of our London Campus, York St John University has a long and proud tradition as a distinguished higher education provider.
Our success is founded on the quality of academic teaching and research, our thriving campus environments, our professional and pastoral support, and our values of an inclusive, innovative and ambitious community with a strong sense of belonging.
The Team
The successful candidate will work within the Estates Management and Development Directorate at York St John, as part of the team responsible for environmental & sustainability management, building compliance and energy management.
The role
This role is a 12 month fixed term maternity cover position. The successful candidate will be the primary point of contact for operational waste management. They shall support effective environmental management and day-to-day waste and recycling management at the University. This includes assisting with the monitoring, reporting and development of the University’s environmental performance to ensure the University’s compliance with all statutory obligations.
In addition to this there will be opportunity to deliver a number of environmental projects, surveys and audits across the University estate, supervising contractors as necessary, and coordinating input from other University staff where appropriate.
This role is 0.8 of full-time equivalent (FTE) role, which equates to 4 working days per week. There is potential for arranging working days/hours over the week to suit personal circumstances.
Required skills and experience
The successful candidate will thrive working in a complex environment. They should hold a degree in a numerate discipline, be able to work independently and as part of a project team. They should also have a genuine enthusiasm for carrying out environmental improvement projects.
Additional information
For informal enquiries please contact Stuart Middleton at s.middleton@yorksj.ac.uk or 01904 876083.
Unfortunately this role is not eligible for Skilled Worker Visa sponsorship however we welcome your application if you are able to evidence right to work in the UK via an alternative route.
We offer a range of family friendly and inclusive policies and facilities to support staff from different backgrounds. As part of our commitment to providing an inclusive working environment, consideration is given to all requests for job share or flexible working arrangements.
Application process support
Before starting your application please refer to the attached 'candidate guidance document' which provides advice about completing the application process.
If you require a reasonable adjustment in order to apply for this position please contact vacancies@yorksj.ac.uk. Within the application form there is an opportunity for you to request a reasonable adjustment at the interview stage of the process, however if you wish to discuss this in further detail at any point in the process please do not hesitate to contact us. The following resource may help you adapt the device you are using to apply to suit your needs My Computer My Way (abilitynet.org.uk)
Please note that CVs are not accepted in place of the application form. Within the application process you will be asked to answer a selection of work-related questions. Our aim is to get to know you, and understand your individual skills and experience, and how you would apply these within the role. We are aware that ChatGPT can assist you with this, but we would prefer you to share your answers in your own words.
Our benefits package
We offer a wide range of employee benefits including -
- Excellent annual leave entitlement, including five discretionary university closure days over the Christmas period
- Disability leave (applies to staff who have disclosed a disability and is also available to staff with disabled dependants)
- Pension scheme
- Health Cash Plan after six months service
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Paid leave for Armed Forces Reservists
- On-campus courses, one-to-one tutorials, and online resources to help you develop your digital skills and work with new software
- Relocation expenses package for certain roles
- Reimbursement of Skilled Worker Visa application fees and Visa loan scheme for additional costs
Further information about life at YSJ
Read more about our culture, inclusive community, working arrangements and benefits for York St John employees here.
The latest news, views and stories from our staff and students can be found here.
We are committed to managing and reducing our environmental impact and to promoting sustainable development wherever we can, read more here.
Closing Date - Sunday 12 May 2024 at midnight
Provisional Interview Date - Tuesday 04 June 2024
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