Sustainability Lead

7 days ago

Cwmbran, Torfaen County Borough, United Kingdom Gwent Police Full time £40,000 - £80,000 per year

Role Overview
Are you passionate about driving environmental change and shaping a sustainable future? Gwent Police is seeking a dynamic and visionary
Sustainability Lead
to champion our green agenda and help us meet ambitious decarbonisation targets.

In this pivotal role, you'll support the Tri-Force Environmental Manager in delivering the UK Government's Public Sector Decarbonisation Scheme and the Welsh Government's carbon positive ambitions. You'll support the design and implementation of sustainability projects from inception to completion, develop environmental strategies, lead on Force policies and procedures, and advise on energy-efficient technologies across our estate.

Your responsibilities will include preparing business cases and grant applications, auditing environmental performance, and setting organisational sustainability targets. You'll also provide expert guidance on compliance, risk, and cost-saving initiatives, while fostering a culture of innovation and collaboration.

We're looking for someone with a degree in Environmental Sustainability or ESG, relevant professional certifications (e.g., IEMA, NEBOSH), and at least three years' experience in sustainability and decarbonisation. Strong analytical skills, project management expertise, and a commitment to continuous professional development are essential.

This is your opportunity to make a tangible impact on policing and the environment. If you're emotionally aware, take ownership, collaborate effectively, and inspire others—this role is for you.

Please contact Shaun Connolly if you have any questions-
How To Apply
Applications will be via a detailed CV, personal statement and online application form (personnel details).

Your personal statement should be no more than 500 words maximum. It should outline why you are interested in the role and how your skills, experience, and leadership qualities demonstrate your suitability for the role.

Please refer to the role profile attached to see the criteria for your personal statement.

What Are Our Benefits
Here at Gwent Police, we value our employees, and we provide ample support and training to ensure you excel in your role, alongside receiving benefits such as:

  • Generous annual leave entitlement that rises to either 29 or 30 days depending on grade plus 8 bank holidays
  • Employee Assistance programme and a range of wellbeing support programmes
  • Free access to on-site gyms
  • Discounts from various retailers via the Blue Light Scheme and Vectis Card
  • Cycle to Work Scheme
  • Hybrid/Agile working (role dependant)
  • Flexible working opportunities
  • Local government pension scheme
  • Range of support networks
  • Generous maternity/paternity and adoption leave entitlements
  • Generous sick pay provisions
  • Option to become a member of UNISON, the public service union

Diversity and Welsh language
To enable us to deliver outstanding policing for everyone, we need people from all backgrounds, with a range of professional and life experiences, so that we are truly representative of our communities.
Gwent Police provide a positive action support programme for underrepresented groups. To find out more please email Brian, Salma & Clare via

or visit our positive action page here:
Positive Action | Gwent Police.

We are proud to be a Welsh speaking policing service and welcome applications from candidates with Welsh Language skills.
Disability Confident Employer
We are recognised as a disability confident employer, we aim to recruit and retain disabled people, and people with health conditions, for their skills and talent. You can indicate on your application form whether you require any support or adjustments to enable you to do the job, or to assist you with your application.

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