Climate Change Officer

The Climate Change (Adaptation) Officer leads the Council’s work on climate resilience and statutory adaptation duties. The role manages delivery of ANDBC’s Climate Adaptation Plan, supports services to integrate climate risk into planning and operations, and works with partners to strengthen borough-wide resilience. The postholder also supports adaptation governance and reporting, ensures compliance with the Climate Change Act (NI) 2022, and helps align adaptation and mitigation actions.


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• A reserve list may be kept from this recruitment exercise.
• All correspondence in relation to the job vacancy will be completed by email and phone. Therefore, it is important that applicants ensure a valid e-mail address and mobile number are provided and entered accurately when filling out the application form. 
• Applicants should ensure they check their emails including junk folders regularly. 

Benefits

Employees have access to a wide range of benefits at Ards and North Down Borough Council. In addition to a competitive salary, the Council supports all staff in their career aspirations through learning and development opportunities. Current key benefits include:

• 35 days of annual leave (including bank/public holidays), rising to 38 days after five years of service, and 41 days after 10 years of service.
• Northern Ireland Local Government Pension Scheme (Council contributes 15.5% of salary).
• Health benefits: Westfield Healthcare Scheme; Leisure Centre Membership; Cycle to Work Scheme.
• Flexi time / Time Off in Lieu (TOIL).
• Education / qualifications support after qualifying period.
• Plus much more…