At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead exciting environmental projects that enhance community services and drive sustainability.
- Company: Join Stroud District Council, a dynamic and inclusive organisation focused on community impact.
- Benefits: Enjoy a competitive salary, excellent pension, flexible working, and a strong focus on employee wellbeing.
- Other info: Be part of shaping the future of local government in a vibrant, green district.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in your community while developing your skills in a supportive environment.
- Qualifications: Experience in project support or delivery, ideally in environmental or local government services.
Temporary Fixed Term Contract until 31st March 2028
About Us: Stroud District Council is an ambitious organisation committed to putting our residents and communities at the heart of what we do. Our friendly and inclusive environment supports colleagues to develop and thrive. If this sounds like the kind of place you’d like to work, then we’d love to hear from you.
About the role: This is an exciting opportunity to join a supportive team. You will play a key role in delivering projects that improve environmental services for our communities. The Environmental Project Officer role will support the planning and delivery of projects across waste, street cleansing and wider environmental services, helping to drive service improvements, enhance operational performance, and contribute to the council’s environmental priorities.
As part of our team, you will be responsible for:
- Delivering a number of projects simultaneously
- Ensuring successful delivery against agreed objectives, timescales, and budgets
- Working collaboratively with internal teams, contractors, and partners to support effective delivery
- Supporting the development of service plans, policies, and projects aligned to council priorities and environmental goals
We are looking for a proactive and organised individual with experience in project support or delivery, ideally within environmental or local government services, who will bring energy and a solutions-focused approach to the role.
CLOSING DATE: 2nd July 2026
INTERVIEW DATE: 7th July 2026
In exchange for your expertise, experience and enthusiasm we provide a range of staff benefits.
It is important that our staff reflect the diversity of our community, and we therefore welcome and encourage applications from people of all genders and sexual orientation, those from Black, Asian and other minority ethnic backgrounds, and people with disabilities. We welcome applications from neurodivergent candidates and value the diverse lived experiences they bring. We recognise the wide range of cognitive strengths that contribute to delivering high-quality services.
We are committed to ensuring that every applicant can participate fully and fairly in our recruitment process. To support this, we offer workplace adjustments at every stage. Please let us know if you have any additional requirements as we are here to help create a positive, inclusive, and equitable experience for all.
Responsible recruitment practices for safeguarding are in place within the Council’s HR policies and processes. This is part of our commitment as a Council to safeguard the welfare of vulnerable adults, young people, and children.
Stroud District has an energy unlike any other place. It’s green and dynamic, climate conscious and motivated, creative and collaborative, and unapologetically ambitious.
Region: Ebley Mill - Stroud
Salary: GBP 39,152 per annum (pay award pending)
Package: Excellent pension scheme - Flexi Working Scheme - Hybrid working approach - Employee Wellbeing Offer - For more information please see the benefits section on our website
Contractual hours: 37
Basis: Temporary
Environmental Projects Officer (Temporary) - Ebley Mill - Stroud in Bedford employer: Stroud District Council
Stroud District Council is an exceptional employer that prioritises the well-being and development of its employees within a vibrant and inclusive work culture. As an Environmental Projects Officer, you will have the opportunity to contribute to meaningful environmental initiatives while enjoying benefits such as a flexible working scheme, excellent pension options, and a commitment to employee wellbeing. Join us in shaping the future of local government in a dynamic community that values diversity and collaboration.
