Sustainability Officer - Facilities Management - Grade F
Greater Manchester Police is one of the largest police forces in the UK and is responsible for keeping its diverse population of almost three million people safe.
Greater Manchester is a vibrant region in the Northwest, spread over more than 1,200 sq km. Split over 10 metropolitan districts, it is billed as the most diverse city in Europe, whose residents draw on and contribute to its rich cultural legacy and collectively speak up to 200 different languages.
Recently awarded the ‘most improved force in the country’ after its latest police effectiveness, efficiency and legitimacy (PEEL) inspection in 2023, Greater Manchester Police remains committed to doing the basics of policing brilliantly, protecting the public, supporting victims and ensuring its workforce reflects the communities it serves.
GMP recognises that having a diverse workforce makes it more approachable and relevant to the public, and so we welcome applications from everyone.
We are looking for an enthusiastic Sustainability Officer with a HNC or equivalent in environmental science or associated discipline. You will support the Principal Facilities Manager – Sustainability and wider Facilities team to play a key role in publicising and promoting sustainability and the associated policies, strategies and action plans and obtain ‘buy in’ from key stakeholders promoting ‘joined up working and integration of relevant sustainability measures. With in excess of 85 buildings across the 10 districts of Greater Manchester, the GMP estate is large, complex and diverse. No two days are the same, the role will provide opportunity to support policing colleagues in their duties and ensure our sustainability aims, most notably net zero by 2038 are met.
We are looking for someone who can prioritise a challenging workload and has well-developed networking skills. The successful candidate will be an enthusiastic and energetic person who can promote a strategic view of sustainability and work with, and where appropriate, manage service providers, suppliers and liaise with staff to ensure that our performance meets customer and business expectations.
As well as offering the chance of a rewarding career, there are other benefits to working for GMP:
• Generous annual leave entitlement of 24 days, plus bank holidays, rising to 29 days after 5 years, and 32 after 10 years of service.
• A competitive salary
• Annual pay rise
• Generous Pension
• Maternity/paternity leave
• Healthcare and wellbeing support
• Opportunity to join GMP’s Sports and Social Club which offers a range of sporting activities
• Emergency services blue light card discount
• Cycle Scheme
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