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Post No. POSN004342 - Sports Facility Development Officer



Newport is a vibrant, forward-thinking city steeped in a rich industrial heritage that recently has proved it can re-establish and adapt itself as a centre of modern industry and commerce.



In Environmental Services, the team are engaged in the direct maintenance and management of the authorities' environmental assets and infrastructure including parks, cemeteries, public open spaces, public rights of way and countryside sites. The team are also responsible for the strategic and project management and development of the environment associated with transportation infrastructure including highway verges, rural hedgerows, street trees, biodiversity and Environmental Education. This is an exciting


time to join the Environment and Leisure team.



As the Sports Facility Development Officer, you will play a key role in improving sporting facilities across the Newport City area. Working with council departments, sports clubs, governing bodies and grant fund providers you will contribute directly to the enhancement of facilities for both community and club use, increasing accessibility and participation in sports.



You will assist in the development and delivery of improvement projects, coordinating with key stakeholders and ensuring the timely completion of these.



You will report directly to the Parks and Open Spaces Team Manager and work alongside Parks & Outdoor Recreation officers, Community Engagement officer and the wider parks team. There will be an expectation to work closely with Councillors, Cabinet Members and a range of contractors, external organisations and public stakeholders to deliver and develop a range of projects.



Enthusiastic and confident, you should hold a qualification or have relevant experience in the areas of Leisure/sports facilities development or land management.



You need an organised and analytical approach to your work - and you are used to maintaining attention to detail while working to tight deadlines.



You have a sound knowledge of Health and Safety / risk management, risk assessments particularly within a Sports or accessible open space environment and an understanding of the importance of maintaining up to date and accurate records.



You are self-motivated and have excellent communication and interpersonal skills and appreciate the importance of customer care. You have strong financial management skills and a creative approach to problem solving with excellent IT and data analysis/management skills.



This post will require you to work well as both an individual and team member, organising your own workload, prioritising, and delegating tasks and delivering complex outcomes. A pro-active approach to developing, encouraging, and mentoring support staff will be essential.



We look forward to receiving your application if you meet the criteria and requirements of this role.



For an informal discussion regarding the post please contact: Luke Stacey - 01633 839844



The successful candidate will need to possess excellent inter- personal skills and be able to deal directly with citizens who use the service. Patience, understanding and empathy is a key attribute.



We welcome applications for all our jobs in either Welsh or English. An application submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.



Newport City Council is committed to working towards its workforce being more representative of the population that we serve and particularly welcomes applications from people from minority ethnic communities represented (or living) in the city. Selection will be made on ability and skills to undertake the role.



Newport City Council is not currently supporting applicants with sponsorship for right to work. In applying for a vacancy, applicants should already have the right to work in the UK.

Our values - Fairness for all, Making a difference, Being responsible, Working together

Ein gwerthoedd - Tegwch ar gyfer pawb, Gwneud Gwahaniaeth, Bod yn gufrifol, Gweithio gydan gilydd