Community and Environment Project Officer

2 weeks ago

StokeonTrent, United Kingdom Groundwork Full time

**SALARY: £24, 858 per annum**

**HOURS: 37 hours per week**

**CONTRACT TYPE: Full time**

**OPERATIONAL AREA: West Midlands**

**LOCATION: Stoke on Trent base, with regular travel around West Midlands area when required**

**ROLE DESCRIPTION**:Community Environment Project Officer Sites - Job Description PS August25**

**Join Groundwork West Midlands - Make a Difference in Communities**

At **Groundwork West Midlands**, we are a charity committed to transforming lives in communities facing poverty and disadvantage. Our mission is to build capacity and resilience, empowering people to overcome hardship and create healthier, happier, and more prosperous futures.

We are excited to offer an incredible opportunity for an individual who is passionate about community work and the power of transforming spaces. This is a chance to grow your experience, connect with diverse groups, and help make a lasting impact in the heart of local communities.

**The Role**

The Project Officer will support the Land Team in the delivery of countryside and conservation-based projects across Groundwork West Midlands’ portfolio of country parks, nature reserves, and community greenspaces. This is a hands-on role suited to someone with a strong practical background in countryside management, conservation, or land-based work.

**Key Duties**
- Lead on-site maintenance tasks, coordinate conservation tasks, and deliver high-quality engagement activities with local schools and community groups.
- Assisting in project planning, community engagement, working with partners, gathering feedback and reporting on outcomes and project progress.
- Ensure that all projects are inclusive, high-quality, and delivered in line with client / partner specifications, within budget, and on schedule.
- Supervise volunteers, ensuring compliance with GWWM policies and fostering their professional growth.

**What We Are Looking For**:

- A positive and enthusiastic individual who thrives in a community-based environment.
- Practical skills to manage and deliver projects from concept to completion.
- Strong interpersonal skills to engage and support volunteers.
- Ability to work flexibly and learn new skills as you take on new challenges.
- A commitment to improving local spaces and supporting community resilience.

A **full driving licence is essential** **and access to own vehicle** for the role which entails travel to various sites around the region.

**Why Join Us?**

At Groundwork West Midlands, you’ll have the chance to work with a dedicated team that shares your passion for making a difference. You’ll gain valuable experience, build your professional network, and help create real change in communities that need it the most. This is more than just a job - it’s an opportunity to help shape the future of our local communities and contribute to a truly worthwhile cause.

We pride ourselves in being a family friendly organisation and offer a competitive salary, flexible working hours, a health cash plan scheme, a workplace pension, 25 days annual leave and free refreshments. We are committed to eliminating discrimination and encouraging diversity amongst our workforce.

**Closing date: 5th September 2025**

**_ An Enhanced DBS check will be carried out for this post._**

**Job Reference: AUG25C001

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