Carbon Project Officer

Are you a Project Officer who is excited to support the delivery of impactful sustainability projects?

Join the Environmental Sustainability team at the University of Oxford to coordinate and support the delivery of energy-saving and carbon reduction projects across our historic estate.

Location: The Malthouse, Tidmarsh Lane, Oxford, OX1 1NQ

Contract: Full time, permanent

About Us

Spanning the historic streets of the "city of dreaming spires," the University of Oxford has been ranked the world’s leading university for nine consecutive years. A place where centuries of tradition meet world-changing innovation, we offer you the chance to shape the future while working in an inspiring environment that promotes excellence. Here, you’ll contribute to ground-breaking research that tackles global challenges - from advancing sustainability to pioneering healthcare solutions - and join a diverse, inclusive community that champions your wellbeing, development, and aspirations. Apply now to become part of our extraordinary legacy. 

The Environmental Sustainability team, part of Estates Services, works across the University to embed energy efficiency and carbon reduction into how we manage our buildings and infrastructure. From pioneering heat decarbonisation projects to developing a campus-wide carbon reduction plan, they help turn Oxford’s environmental commitments into practical action.

What We Offer 

Working at the University of Oxford offers several exclusive benefits, such as: 

• 38 days of annual leave (inclusive of public holidays) to support your wellbeing, with the option to purchase up to 10 extra days and additional leave after long service.
• One of the most generous family leave schemes in UK higher education, offering up to 26 weeks of full-pay maternity and adoption leave, plus 12 weeks of full-pay paternity/partner leave.
• A commitment to hybrid and flexible working to suit your lifestyle.
• An excellent contributory pension scheme.
• Affordable and sustainable commuting options, including a cycle loan scheme, discounted bus travel, and season ticket loans.
• Access to a vibrant community through our social, cultural, and sports clubs.

About the Role

You don’t need a background in sustainability to thrive in this role - what matters is your ability to organise, coordinate, and drive things forward. As Carbon Project Officer, you will work closely with colleagues from Estates, engineering teams, and external consultants to deliver carbon-saving projects across the University estate.

You’ll support the delivery of approved carbon reduction projects by coordinating procurement and governance processes, managing documentation, and reporting on project progress, costs, and carbon savings. A typical day might involve liaising with consultants and engineers, updating records and spreadsheets, preparing governance papers, raising purchase orders, and ensuring projects stay on track to meet their targets.

This is a delivery-focused role that requires attention to detail, structured thinking, and a proactive mindset.

About You

• Experience supporting or managing projects, with good organisational and coordination skills.
• A clear, confident communication style and the ability to work well with a wide range of people.
• Familiarity with procurement or contract processes, or a willingness to learn quickly.
• Attention to detail, and confidence working with spreadsheets, records, and reporting documents.
• A practical mindset and a willingness to take initiative to move projects forward.

Application Process 

To apply, please upload: 

• A covering letter/supporting statement
• Your CV
• The details of two referees

The closing date for applications is 12 noon on Tuesday 10 June 2025. 

Interviews will take place on Friday 20 June 2025, and will be held face-to-face.

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