Gloucester, England, United Kingdom · Hybrid
$31k–$31k/yr
About the Trust We're one of the UK’s biggest charities and we care for 2,000 miles of canals, rivers, docks and reservoirs because we believe life is better by water. We're looking for people who support our cause…
Skills: Community Engagement, Volunteer Management, Youth Engagement, Project Management, Budget Management
England, United Kingdom · Hybrid
$39k–$44k/yr
Join Our Team: Works Engineer (West Midlands) opportunity Similar relevant titles include: Third Party Works Engineer, Infrastructure Works Engineer, Asset Protection Engineer, Civil Engineer (Third Party Works), Civil I…
Skills: Site Engineering, Health & Safety, Contractor Management, Civil Engineering, Infrastructure Risk Assessment
Birmingham, England, United Kingdom · Hybrid
$39k–$44k/yr
About the Trust We're one of the UK’s biggest charities and we care for 2,000 miles of canals, rivers, docks and reservoirs because we believe life is better by water. We're looking for people who support our cause…
Skills: Site Engineering, Health & Safety, Contractor Management, Civil Engineering, Infrastructure Risk Assessment
England, United Kingdom · Hybrid
$90k–$100k/yr
Join Our Team: Head of Engineering & Design Opportunity Navigate your future and lock in your career as we keep our canals open and alive. We're excited to have created a new Head of Engineering & Design in our new Opera…
Skills: Strategic Leadership, Multidisciplinary Engineering Management, Asset Performance Management, Infrastructure Risk Management, Stakeholder Management
England, United Kingdom · Hybrid
$80k–$90k/yr
Join Our Team: Head of Project Delivery Opportunity Navigate your future and lock in your career as we keep our canals open and alive. We're excited to have created a new Head of Project Delivery role in our new Operatio…
Skills: Project Delivery, Capital Programme Management, Construction Management, Supply Chain Management, Commercial Oversight
England, United Kingdom · Hybrid
$100k–$110k/yr
Join Our Team: Director of Asset & Operations Strategy opportunity Navigate your future and lock in your career as we keep our canals open and alive. We’re excited to welcome a new Director of Asset & Operations Strategy…
Skills: Asset Management, Strategic Leadership, Investment Planning, Infrastructure Governance, Climate Adaptation
England, United Kingdom · Hybrid
$40k–$43k/yr
Join Our Team: Area Planner (North) opportunity Navigate your future and lock in your career as we keep our canals open and alive. Our National Spatial Planning Team has a significant role to play in this by using the pl…
Skills: Development Management, Planning Policy, Negotiation, Stakeholder Engagement, GIS Systems
England, United Kingdom · Hybrid
$40k–$43k/yr
About the Trust We're one of the UK’s biggest charities and we care for 2,000 miles of canals, rivers, docks and reservoirs because we believe life is better by water. We're looking for people who support our cause…
Skills: Development Management, Planning Policy, Negotiation, Stakeholder Engagement, GIS Systems
England, United Kingdom · Hybrid
$40k–$43k/yr
About the Trust We're one of the UK’s biggest charities and we care for 2,000 miles of canals, rivers, docks and reservoirs because we believe life is better by water. We're looking for people who support our cause…
Skills: Town planning, Development management, Planning policy, Negotiation, Influencing
England, United Kingdom · Hybrid
$40k–$43k/yr
About the Trust We're one of the UK’s biggest charities and we care for 2,000 miles of canals, rivers, docks and reservoirs because we believe life is better by water. We're looking for people who support our cause…
Skills: Development Management, Planning Policy, Negotiation, Influencing, Written Communication
England, United Kingdom · Hybrid
$40k–$43k/yr
Join Our Team: Area Planner (Midlands) opportunity *** Contract: Permanent, 30 hours per week Navigate your future and lock in your career as we keep our canals open and alive. Our National Spatial Planning Team has a si…
Skills: Town Planning, Development Management, Planning Policy, Negotiation, Stakeholder Engagement
Wolverhampton, England, United Kingdom · On-site
$36k–$39k/yr
Join Our Team: CNC Operator/Programmer opportunity Navigate your future and lock in your career as we keep our canals open and alive. Our Bradley Workshop (Bilston, West Midlands) plays a vital role in preserving and mai…
Skills: CNC Programming, CAD/CAM, Fusion 360, SolidWorks CAM, 5-Axis CNC Operation
Enfield, England, United Kingdom · On-site
$32k–$32k/yr
About the Trust We're one of the UK’s biggest charities and we care for 2,000 miles of canals, rivers, docks and reservoirs because we believe life is better by water. We're looking for people who support our cause…
Skills: Carpentry, Joinery, Masonry Work, Technical Drawing Interpretation, Tool Operation
England, United Kingdom · Hybrid
$31k–$31k/yr
About the Trust We're one of the UK’s biggest charities and we care for 2,000 miles of canals, rivers, docks and reservoirs because we believe life is better by water. We're looking for people who support our cause…
Skills: HR Operations, Employment Legislation, Payroll Processes, Data Analysis, Advanced Excel
England, United Kingdom · Hybrid
Join Our Team: People Services Specialist Opportunity We’re excited to welcome a new People Service Specialist to our People Operations team. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who thrives on delivering a high-q…
Skills: HR Operations, Employment Legislation, Payroll Processes, Data Analysis, Advanced Excel
England, United Kingdom · Hybrid
$54k–$59k/yr
Join Our Team: Principal Engineer Opportunity (Non Core Asset Disposal) We’re looking for a Principal Project Engineer, with a civil engineering background, to join our newly established Non Core Asset Disposal Project T…
Skills: Civil Engineering Design, Asset Disposal, Asset Transfer, Risk Assessment, CDM 2015
Calveley, England, United Kingdom · On-site
$29k–$29k/yr
About the Trust We're one of the UK’s biggest charities and we care for 2,000 miles of canals, rivers, docks and reservoirs because we believe life is better by water. We're looking for people who support our cause…
Skills: Construction, Infrastructure Maintenance, Lock Gate Refurbishment, Customer Service, Technical Drawing Interpretation
United Kingdom · Hybrid
Join Our Team: Principal Property Litigation Lawyer We’re excited to welcome a new Principal Property Litigation Lawyer to join our Legal team. Navigate your future and lock in your career as we keep our canals open and …
Skills: Property Litigation, Legal Risk Management, Stakeholder Management, Case Management, Strategic Legal Advice
Hybrid
$60k–$60k/yr
About the Trust We're one of the UK’s biggest charities and we care for 2,000 miles of canals, rivers, docks and reservoirs because we believe life is better by water. We're looking for people who support our cause…
Skills: Property Litigation, Legal Risk Management, Stakeholder Management, Case Management, Supervision
Hybrid
$60k–$60k/yr
About the Trust We're one of the UK’s biggest charities and we care for 2,000 miles of canals, rivers, docks and reservoirs because we believe life is better by water. We're looking for people who support our cause…
Skills: Property Litigation, Legal Risk Management, Stakeholder Management, Case Management, Strategic Legal Advice
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The Engagement Coordinator connects communities with local waterways through volunteering, youth engagement, and health and wellbeing projects. Key duties include recruiting and training volunteers, managing project budgets, and building relationships with local stakeholders and partner organisations.
Candidates must have proven experience in community engagement, volunteering, and youth-focused projects. Strong communication, leadership, and the ability to work with diverse or marginalised communities are essential.
About the Trust
We're one of the UK’s biggest charities and we care for 2,000 miles of canals, rivers, docks and reservoirs because we believe life is better by water. We're looking for people who support our cause and want to make a difference for future generations. Could this be you?
Along with our waterways we also manage museums, archives and the country's third largest collection of historic buildings, as well as the nature and wildlife that calls our canals home. All of this enables us to provide wellbeing opportunities for millions of people each year.
Join Our Team: Engagement Coordinator - 12 month Fixed Term Opportunity
Navigate your future and lock in your career as we keep our canals open and alive.
Working Hours & Location
This role follows a 37 hour working pattern, typically Monday to Friday, but as it's an engagement role, there will be some weekend and evening working to facilitate interaction with communities.
The role is home-based with an assigned local hub in Gloucester for collaborative working. There will be regular travel required throughout the Wales & South West region on the following canals: Gloucester & Sharpness Canal and River Severn, Kennet & Avon Canal, Mon & Brec Canal and Bridgwater & Taunton Canal. Gloucester will likely be your focus area for 60% of your time due to the 200th anniversary of Gloucester Docks in 2027, however this may be subject to change. You should feel comfortable working independently for the majority of the week, with support available when needed.
Role Overview
The Engagement Coordinator plays a vital role in connecting people and communities with their local waterways through volunteering, create and health & wellbeing projects, youth engagement and place-based community development. Working across South Wales and the South West, the role focuses on building meaningful relationships with communities, volunteers, partner organisations and local stakeholders to create opportunities for people to engage with canals and rivers. We deliver a diverse range of activities including paddlesports, walking programmes, community events, youth engagement initiatives, training opportunities and volunteer development, as well as key events and celebratory programmes such as open day events and the 200th anniversary of Gloucester Docks.
The role involves recruiting, training and supporting volunteers, coordinating safe and inclusive activities, managing project administration and budgets, preparing risk assessments and evaluations, and ensuring participants have positive experiences that improve wellbeing, skills, confidence and connection to place. The Engagement Coordinator works closely with community groups, schools, local authorities, funders and partner organisations to co-design activities that reflect local needs and encourage greater use, understanding and ownership of waterways.
A key aspect of the role is developing volunteering pathways and supporting volunteers to gain new skills, qualifications and leadership opportunities. The post-holder also helps identify future funding opportunities, captures impact through monitoring and reporting, promotes activities through communications and events, and ensures that safeguarding, health and safety, equality, diversity and inclusion are embedded throughout delivery. The overall aim is to create thriving waterways that are valued, supported and used by local communities for recreation, learning, wellbeing and environmental stewardship. Through a place-based approach, you will help create lasting social and wellbeing benefits for communities living nearby.
You will have experience in community engagement, volunteering and youth-focused projects, with the ability to build positive relationships across diverse communities and stakeholder groups. A confident communicator and organiser, you can lead and manage projects effectively, inspire volunteers and work collaboratively to deliver meaningful community outcomes. You are passionate about inclusion, wellbeing and creating lasting impact.
Contact & Application
If you have any questions, feel free to reach out to us at [email protected]. We encourage early applications as we may close the vacancy once we receive enough suitable candidates.
What We Offer
We offer a starting annual salary of £31,450. Enjoy a competitive pension scheme, increasing holiday entitlement, and a range of employee benefits. For a full breakdown of our benefits, check out our brochure here: EVP - 1.
Learn more: https://canalrivertrust.org.uk/about-us/work-for-us/our-benefits
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Our values
We care passionately for our waterways, and as importantly, for those who look after and use them. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce where everyone can thrive. We are striving to represent the diverse communities that we are a part of and welcome applicants from across all sectors of the community.
We want everyone to have the opportunity to perform at their best during our recruitment process. If you require any reasonable adjustments - whether for a disability, neurodiversity, or health condition - please let us know what you need and how we can support you. We’ll work with you to make any necessary changes.
All of our jobs can be considered on a part time, flexible or job share basis.
We operate a Guaranteed Interview Scheme for disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the role. You are considered disabled under the Equality Act 2010 if you have a physical or mental impairment that has a substantial and long-term negative effect on your ability to carry out normal day-to-day activities. We recognise not everyone who is classified as disabled under the Equality Act personally identifies this way, or with this definition of disability. Please do not let this discourage you from applying under the scheme.
At Canal & River Trust, we are committed to fair, transparent, and ethical recruitment practices. As part of our hiring process, we may use AI to analyse applications and support us work more efficiently. However, all hiring decisions – without exception - are made by our hiring managers.
Navigate your future and lock in your career as we keep our canals open and alive.
Find out more about us on our website: https://canalrivertrust.org.uk/about-us
We're the UK's largest canal charity, looking after 2,000 miles of canals and rivers across England and Wales.
We're the charity who look after and bring to life 2,000 miles of waterways across England and Wales, because we believe that life is better by water. Our research findings are showing that spending time by water, whether it be your lunchbreak, daily commute or just a weekend stroll, really does make us feel happier and healthier. With ever increasing rates of obesity and stress and declining mental health in the UK, we believe we are uniquely placed to make a significant contribution to improving the wellbeing of millions of people. Many of the waterways we care for run through some of our country’s most deprived and multi-cultural urban communities where access to quality green space is scarce. That’s why, at Canal & River Trust, our passionate team are working with volunteers and communities across England and Wales to transform their canals and rivers into spaces where local people want to spend time and feel better. We know this will bring wellbeing opportunities to millions.
Offices: South Pier Road, Ellesmere Port, England CH65 4FL, GB · 22 King Edwards Road, Birmingham, England DN11 9NU, GB · Delamere Terrace, London, England W2 6ND, GB · Lowerhouse Lane, Burnley, England BB12 6HU, GB · Llanthony Road, Gloucester, England, GB
We're the UK's largest canal charity, looking after 2,000 miles of canals and rivers across England and Wales.
We're the charity who look after and bring to life 2,000 miles of waterways across England and Wales, because we believe that life is better by water. Our research findings are showing that spending time by water, whether it be your lunchbreak, daily commute or just a weekend stroll, really does make us feel happier and healthier. With ever increasing rates of obesity and stress and declining mental health in the UK, we believe we are uniquely placed to make a significant contribution to improving the wellbeing of millions of people. Many of the waterways we care for run through some of our country’s most deprived and multi-cultural urban communities where access to quality green space is scarce. That’s why, at Canal & River Trust, our passionate team are working with volunteers and communities across England and Wales to transform their canals and rivers into spaces where local people want to spend time and feel better. We know this will bring wellbeing opportunities to millions.
Offices: South Pier Road, Ellesmere Port, England CH65 4FL, GB · 22 King Edwards Road, Birmingham, England DN11 9NU, GB · Delamere Terrace, London, England W2 6ND, GB · Lowerhouse Lane, Burnley, England BB12 6HU, GB · Llanthony Road, Gloucester, England, GB
