About this role
40 hours per week Monday - Friday Competitive Salary Sodexo rewards and benefits This position is Belfast-based, and we're currently seeking applications from candidates located within Northern Ireland. Degree in Communications Public Relations, Media or Marketing or related field is essential for this role Turn complex information into clear, engaging communications. Collaborate with a wide range of teams and stakeholders. Create impactful training and marketing materials. Manage exciting projects and multiple priorities. Deliver confident presentations and workshops. Use your analytical skills to drive continuous improvement! We are seeking an experienced and motivated Sustainability Engagement Officer to join a high-profile blue light services contract, supporting the delivery of ambitious climate and sustainability objectives across a complex public sector estate portfolio of more than 70 buildings and 350,000m² of operational space. This is an exciting opportunity to work alongside Energy, Estates, and Sustainability professionals to help embed sustainable practices, improve climate literacy, and deliver engaging campaigns and training programmes that support long-term environmental and social value outcomes. What you will do Climate Change Engagement & Behaviour Change Develop and deliver engagement programmes to support climate change and sustainability objectives across the estate. Design and implement behaviour‑change initiatives focused on energy, carbon, waste, water, travel, and biodiversity. Work with service managers, estate teams, and occupiers to encourage ownership of sustainability actions. Support staff climate literacy and capability through targeted engagement and communications. Training & Capacity Building Design, coordinate, and deliver sustainability and climate change training for staff, managers, and elected members (where applicable). Develop training materials, learning resources, toolkits, and guidance tailored to different roles and services. Coordinate induction and refresher training on climate responsibilities and sustainable working practices. Promote best practice and innovation in sustainable estate management. Climate Reporting & Performance Monitoring Support the preparation of statutory and voluntary climate‑related public reporting (e.g. Climate Action Plans, annual carbon reports, ESG or sustainability statements). Collect, analyse, and present data related to carbon emissions, energy use, and other environmental performance indicators. Work with estates, finance, and service teams to ensure data accuracy and audit readiness. Translate complex performance data into clear, accessible information for public, staff, and senior stakeholders. Project & Programme Support Support delivery of climate change programmes and estate decarbonisation projects through engagement, communications, and reporting. Monitor progress against climate commitments, milestones, and KPIs.