Environment Team Manager in St Helens

Are you passionate about the Environment, Recycling and Parks & Open Spaces?

Join St Helens Borough Council as our: Environment Team Manager

Now more than ever, we need to drive innovative change across our services enabling the Council to take the next step in delivering its ambitious environmental goals in a rapidly changing world.

This is a high profile role in the Environmental Operations Team to help lead on environmental strategy and project delivery for the Council and requires collaboration with colleagues, local stakeholders and contractors to deliver a efficient service.

The successful candidate will lead a team that delivers environmental education and engagement, service innovation and change management, recycling & waste services, sustainability and open space project management and events.

You must have robust leadership and management skills and the ability to work in a politically sensitive environment but also working effectively with a diverse workforce to deliver high quality standards for our residents.

Making a Difference

Whatever stage of your career, working in the public sector puts you at the heart of communities. Our workforce provides services to our resident's day in and day out, making a positive impact on people’s lives. We could not do this without the dedication, professionalism and strength of our workforce. There are so many reasons to choose to work at St Helens Council including the fantastic range of employee benefits and rewards on offer..

Roles That Matter

We are seeking a inspiring and confident Manager with excellent interpersonal and communication skills to lead our Environment Team. This is a fantastic opportunity to play a key role in supporting the Council’s environmental objectives through the provision of high quality open spaces, community engagement and the encouragement of events and activities in our parks. Whatever your background, you’ll be passionate about delivering environmental projects, building community spirit through community engagement and above all - making a positive difference to the people of St Helens!

What You’ll Be Doing

• Supporting the delivery of environmental policies, strategies and service improvements.
• Working with community groups, volunteers and elected members, including attending out‑of‑hours meetings.
• Lead on engagement and education programmes across Waste & Recycling, Open Spaces and Sustainability.
• Lead on environmental projects including funding bids, Green Flag Applications, Section 106 projects/ woodland creation schemes, PSDS & BNG projects.
• Manage tender preparation, contractor management and administration for environmental works.
• Support on delivery of events in our parks and open spaces.
• Identifying and applying for external funding and preparing required progress reports.
• Contributing to the commercial development of parks, open spaces and allotments.
• Lead on service transformation and digital/mobile system implementation.
• Promoting excellent customer care and continuous service improvement.
• Taking part in directorate, multi‑agency and Liverpool City Region partner projects.

What You’ll Bring

• Strong knowledge of environment, local authority operations, and relevant legislation.
• Understanding of Health & Safety requirements, Green Flag Standards, financial management and contract management principles.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to explain complex issues clearly.
• Confident problem‑solver who can think creatively and develop practical, innovative solutions.
• Ability to provide sound, objective advice and demonstrate commercial and political awareness.
• Strong relationship‑building skills, working effectively with colleagues, contractors, partners and community stakeholders.
• Ability to assess risks, prioritise tasks and manage work to tight deadlines.
• Good organisational and project management skills.
• Experience managing staff and contractors in customer‑focused environments.
• Proven experience in budget management, service performance, contract monitoring and auditing.
• Experience developing and delivering environmental projects and working with volunteers.
• Degree level or similar relevant qualification or experience.
• Confident in all spoken aspects of the role and holding a full UK driving licence.

Why Join Us?

At St Helens Borough Council, we’re committed to delivering high-quality, customer-focused services that support a cleaner, greener future. You’ll be part of a forward-thinking team that values innovation, collaboration, and community impact.

We offer:

• Ongoing professional development
• A supportive and inclusive work environment
• The opportunity to make a real difference in your community
• Local Government Pension Scheme

Ready to make an impact? help us shape the future of environmental services in St Helens.

If you have any questions or require further information please contact andycutts@sthelens.gov.uk

Interviews are intended to take place on 9th September 2026.

Full Job Description & Person Specification Documents are included with this advert.

We reserve the right to close the advert early, with sufficient applications. Apply early to avoid disappointment.

St Helens Council is officially recognised as one of the region’s leading fair employers, achieving accredited status under the Liverpool City Combined Authority Fair Employment Charter. The Charter recognises the ongoing commitment to fair pay, secure work, training & progression & staff well-being whilst celebrating employers who go above and beyond for their workforce providing an inclusive and supportive environment.

Equality & Diversity

We encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds, who share our values, our commitment to inclusion, and who will help us on our journey to transform our organisation. The Council guarantees an interview to disabled applicants who demonstrate that they meet the essential criteria for the job, as detailed on the Person Specification, and will, for qualifying disabled candidates, make reasonable adjustments within selection.

All Council employees are required to abide by the ethical standards embodied by the 7 Nolan Principles