Project Co-Ordinator

Location 6-Month Fixed Term Contract £42,856 rising to £48,976 Contract Newport 15 December 2025 Accessibility We know that reading through job adverts can sometimes be a lot to take in, so to help make things easier, we have added a digital accessibility tool to the top of the page where you can access an audio version of this advert, change the language, font size and colour and some other tools you may find helpful. To access click on ‘Recite me’ at the top of this page. Our dedicated recruitment team are also available to provide any further support. Who are we? We are a gas distribution business that services the gas infrastructure across Wales and the south-west of England. We serve our customers and communities with safe, reliable, and affordable energy services whilst investing to create a sustainable future to deliver our carbon-free vision for 2050. What we’re looking for? We’re looking for a Vulnerability and Carbon Monoxide Allowance Project Co-ordinator to provide support in delivering the VCMA strategy and project delivery on both individual and collaborative VCMA projects (in line with Ofgem governance). As the VCMA Project Co-ordinator you will work closely with the Social Obligations and Customer teams providing expertise and support by developing and managing projects under the Vulnerability and Carbon Monoxide Allowance through internal and external engagement with a value of up to £2.5m. We’ll trust you to: Manage live VCMA projects including stakeholder reviews and collate information for internal reporting and annual regulatory reporting Evaluate projects using tools such as Social Return on Investment (SROI), case studies and stakeholder views becoming an expert for the wider WWU business Provide training to the business on identifying and supporting customers in vulnerable situations and raise awareness of VCMA You’ll need to have: Project Management qualifications and/or experience Knowledge of social factors and UK third sector organisations Excellent interpersonal and analytical skills Excellent communication and organisation skills Competence in Word, PowerPoint and Excel with good report writing skills Numerate with excellent oral and written communication skills The ability to show initiative, self-motivation and able to develop processes as well as follow existing processes The ability to work flexible hours when required and the ability to adapt to unexpected and varied circumstances A positive attitude and the ability to operate individually and as part of a team The ability to manage time and prioritise workload Good knowledge of the business internally and externally and the appropriate legislation, policy, procedures including GDPR Good listening skills, empathy and patience We would also love to hear about anything else you feel you could add or bring to the role As we are a safety critical organisation, all offers of employment are subject to pre-employment drug & alcohol screening. What’s in it for you? A competitive salary startingat £42,856 rising to £48,976 Flexible working opportunities 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays which can be tailored to celebrations that reflect your beliefs Retirement Savings Plan (pension) with Aviva: 5% employee contribution, with WWU doubling your contribution at 10% - totalling 15% 14 x salary Life Insurance linked to membership of the Retirement Savings Plan “Choices” flexible benefit scheme options including corporate gym memberships, dental insurance, and health cash-plans Access to our Financial Wellbeing Programme - allowing you to manage your benefits flexibly to suit your financial needs Enhanced pay for parental leave Retail discounts and cashback scheme Friends & Family Discount for Three Mobile and Broadband Colleague recognition including Annual Celebrating Excellence Awards Living Wage Accredited Employer Award winning employer for ‘Outstanding Contribution to Workplace Health and Wellbeing’ and leading the industry in championing equality, diversity and inclusion Annual salary review Discretionary annual bonus Company Sick Pay In-house Occupational Health Team Employee Assistance Programme The way we do things Our Ambition, Priorities and Values inform everything we do as a business – from our strategic planning to the performance management of our colleagues. Our values underpin everything we do and we are committed to creating a working environment that supports and fosters diversity, inclusion and equity, where all of our colleagues feel valued and supported to contribute to their full potential. We are focused on creating a culture where it doesn’t matter about gender, race, sexuality or disability; it’s about our colleagues’ skills, the way we do things and how we live our values. If you think you’d make a good addition to the team, we would love to hear from you To apply, click the link below. If you would prefer to complete your application form in an alternative format such as Microsoft Word or would like to discuss the role in a little more detail, please contact us at recruitment@wwutilities.co.uk or on 07971 038 982. You can also ask us about flexible working practices that may be available or tell us if you have any special requirements during the application process. #J-18808-Ljbffr