Net Zero Support Officer
| Posting date: | 11 July 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £28,163 to £30,060 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 01 August 2025 |
| Location: | EX1 1JN |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Exeter City Council |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | VAC000294/2025 |
Summary
About you:
We are looking for someone enthusiastic about tackling the climate crisis, who can proactively support the Net Zero Team.
The ideal candidate will have good interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate and collaborate effectively with internal and external colleagues. A passion for sharing climate change knowledge, good organisational skills, adaptable to changing workloads and a data-driven mindset.
About the role:
Do you want to make a difference to Exeter?
If yes, we are seeking someone that will make a positive difference as to how the City Council functions on a daily basis.
We believe that by investing in the future of our City, we are not only improving the quality of life for today’s residents and visitors but are also taking responsibility for future generations. Our aim is to reach the Council’s Net Zero ambition, to work together to overcome challenges, take action and to demonstrate leadership and innovation.
About the team:
This post sits within the City Centre & Net Zero team, with a focus on delivering net zero for Exeter City Council as an organisation. If successful, you will support the Net Zero team on project delivery, managing City Council energy consumption, annual greenhouse gas reporting .
You will support all services within the City Council to deliver the Council’s Carbon Reduction Plan to achieve net zero, so strong interpersonal and communication skills are an important factor for the success of this post.
The role supports the City Council's Key Corporate Priorities , with all staff and elected members playing their own role in delivering Net Zero and a leading sustainable city.
What next?
If we sound like the right fit for you and you feel like the right fit for us we would welcome your application. Please click on the Apply button at the bottom of this page.
Alternatively if you would like to find out more about the post, the team or working with us at the Council please contact Jo Pearce, Corporate Energy Manager Net Zero and Business, via email at jo.pearce@exeter.gov.uk
We reserve the right to close any vacancy before the closing date if enough applications are received.
Our commitment
At Exeter City Council we are fully committed to having a diverse and inclusive workforce to reflect the communities we serve.
To support this commitment we will strive to implement reasonable adjustments to support any members of our communities who face barriers in recruitment processes, irrespective of the reason.
We are also proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and have committed to guaranteeing an interview to anyone with a disability whose application meets the minimum criteria for the post.
If you would like further information on this please contact our HR Team at hr.admin@exeter.gov.uk
We are looking for someone enthusiastic about tackling the climate crisis, who can proactively support the Net Zero Team.
The ideal candidate will have good interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate and collaborate effectively with internal and external colleagues. A passion for sharing climate change knowledge, good organisational skills, adaptable to changing workloads and a data-driven mindset.
About the role:
Do you want to make a difference to Exeter?
If yes, we are seeking someone that will make a positive difference as to how the City Council functions on a daily basis.
We believe that by investing in the future of our City, we are not only improving the quality of life for today’s residents and visitors but are also taking responsibility for future generations. Our aim is to reach the Council’s Net Zero ambition, to work together to overcome challenges, take action and to demonstrate leadership and innovation.
About the team:
This post sits within the City Centre & Net Zero team, with a focus on delivering net zero for Exeter City Council as an organisation. If successful, you will support the Net Zero team on project delivery, managing City Council energy consumption, annual greenhouse gas reporting .
You will support all services within the City Council to deliver the Council’s Carbon Reduction Plan to achieve net zero, so strong interpersonal and communication skills are an important factor for the success of this post.
The role supports the City Council's Key Corporate Priorities , with all staff and elected members playing their own role in delivering Net Zero and a leading sustainable city.
What next?
If we sound like the right fit for you and you feel like the right fit for us we would welcome your application. Please click on the Apply button at the bottom of this page.
Alternatively if you would like to find out more about the post, the team or working with us at the Council please contact Jo Pearce, Corporate Energy Manager Net Zero and Business, via email at jo.pearce@exeter.gov.uk
We reserve the right to close any vacancy before the closing date if enough applications are received.
Our commitment
At Exeter City Council we are fully committed to having a diverse and inclusive workforce to reflect the communities we serve.
To support this commitment we will strive to implement reasonable adjustments to support any members of our communities who face barriers in recruitment processes, irrespective of the reason.
We are also proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and have committed to guaranteeing an interview to anyone with a disability whose application meets the minimum criteria for the post.
If you would like further information on this please contact our HR Team at hr.admin@exeter.gov.uk