Climate Energy and Engagement Officer

We're looking for a Climate, Energy and Engagement Officer to join Wolverhampton's Green Cities and Circular Economy team and support a major Net Zero Neighbourhood project.

This is a hands-on, community-focused role where you'll be out speaking to residents, helping them improve their homes' energy efficiency, and supporting them through the process from start to finish.

About the role

You'll be working in the Graisley area (walkable from the city centre), engaging directly with residents-sometimes door-to-door-raising awareness of energy efficiency initiatives and helping people access support.

Alongside this, you'll handle the administration and coordination behind the scenes, keeping records up to date and ensuring projects run smoothly.

This role runs until September 2026 as part of the Council's Net Zero Neighbourhood Pilot Project.

What you'll be doing

Speaking with residents about energy efficiency improvements for their homes
Building trust and providing clear, helpful advice and guidance
Supporting residents through schemes and completing associated admin and paperwork
Liaising with internal teams, partners, and external organisations
Helping to identify and support energy initiatives and funding opportunities
Coordinating and supporting project delivery and reporting
Assisting with community events and engagement activities
Monitoring progress and supporting reporting to key stakeholders

You don't need to be a climate expert - we're much more interested in your people skills and organisation.

Strong customer service or community engagement experience
Good administration and organisational skills
Confident talking to people face-to-face (including door knocking)
Able to work independently and manage your own workload
Positive, proactive and approachable

Experience in sustainability, energy, housing, or public sector work is a bonus - but not essential.

37 hours per week
Flexible / hybrid working
Occasional evenings/weekends may be required
(but this isn't essential - candidates with standard availability will still be considered)

Why join?

Be part of a high-impact climate project improving real homes and lives
Work in a varied role - mix of community engagement and office-based work
Gain experience in sustainability and public sector projects
Join a supportive, forward-thinking council team

About

City of Wolverhampton Council is committed to building a greener, more sustainable city while supporting residents and communities.

We are also proud to be a Corporate Parent, ensuring the best outcomes for children and young people in our care.

Interested?

If you enjoy working with people, are organised, and want to be part of something meaningful, we'd love to hear from you