Community and Environment Project Officer

We are recruiting for a: Community and Environment Project Officer

The Project Officer supports the delivery of countryside and conservation projects across parks, reserves, and community greenspaces. The role includes site maintenance, coordinating conservation work, engaging with schools and communities, assisting with planning and reporting, and supervising volunteers. Projects must be delivered to a high standard, on time and within budget, while contributing to meaningful community impact.

Job Purpose

Main duties of the role are to deliver high-quality, inclusive environmental maintenance and improvement projects across nature reserves, country parks, and green spaces throughout the West Midlands.

Key Responsibilities

The Project Officer will work as part of Groundwork West Midlands’ Nature Recovery Team to deliver high-quality, inclusive environmental maintenance and improvement projects across nature reserves, country parks, and green spaces throughout the West Midlands.

Key duties include:

• Practical Site Work & Maintenance
  • Assist Groundwork Rangers in delivering environmental improvements and completing regular site maintenance tasks.
  • Carry out and coordinate practical conservation tasks such as habitat management, fencing, path repairs, and vegetation clearance.
  • Conduct and document regular site safety checks in accordance with health and safety requirements.
  • Be competent and qualified in the safe use of powered tools such as strimmer, hedge cutters, and pole saws.
• Volunteer Recruitment & Supervision
  • Recruit, train, and lead volunteers in the safe and effective delivery of practical tasks.
  • Ensure all activities are inclusive, well-managed, and in line with Groundwork policies.
  • Provide ongoing support and appropriate training for volunteers to develop their skills.
• Community Engagement & Outdoor Learning
  • Deliver informal education sessions and conservation-based activities to schools and local groups.
  • Foster environmental awareness and positive community relationships through hands‑on outdoor experiences.
  • Build and maintain partnerships with community groups, schools, corporate partners, and statutory bodies to ensure project relevance and support.
• Project Delivery & Partnership Working
  • Work alongside internal teams, local authorities, and external stakeholders to ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to a high standard.
  • Represent and promote Groundwork West Midlands at meetings, events, and partnership forums.
  • Ensure funder communications are fulfilled and maximise project exposure through digital channels and social media.
• Monitoring, Reporting & Continuous Improvement
  • Support project planning, monitoring, and evaluation by gathering data, feedback, and case studies.
  • Track project outcomes and community impact for reporting to funders and internal teams.
  • Participate in reflective practice to improve personal performance and project delivery.
• Financial and Administrative Duties
  • Work with the Healthy Lifestyles Lead Coordinator to manage project budgets and adhere to financial reporting deadlines.
  • Ensure compliance with Groundwork procurement procedures and purchasing policies.
  • Maintain organised project records, monitoring logs, and administrative systems.
• Health, Safety & Safeguarding
  • Conduct risk assessments, ensure PPE is used correctly, and promote safe working practices on site.
  • Remain vigilant to safeguarding concerns and report any issues involving children, young people, or vulnerable adults to line management or the designated safeguarding lead.
• Professional Development
  • Participate in regular line management meetings and the performance appraisal process.
  • Identify and undertake training relevant to the role.
  • Support the development and upskilling of volunteers and junior team members.

To comply with Groundwork West Midland’s policies and procedures in all employment practices, these include:

• Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
• Smoking Policy
• Health and Safety
• Safeguarding
• Data Protection
• Code of Conduct