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Environment &
Infrastructure

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Build Better Places, Protect What Matters

Environment and Infrastructure roles are vital to the safety, sustainability, and functionality of our communities.

Whether you’re maintaining public spaces, managing transport networks, protecting the environment, or planning future developments, your work helps shape the everyday lives of people across Greater Manchester.

These roles are ideal for people who enjoy practical work, problem-solving, and making a visible impact in their local area.

What You’ll Be Doing

Depending on your role, you might be repairing roads, inspecting buildings, managing green spaces, collecting waste, or helping design new housing developments. You’ll work with colleagues, contractors, and communities to deliver services that are safe, efficient, and environmentally responsible.

Your work will help maintain and improve the infrastructure that supports everyday life across Greater Manchester’s towns, cities, and neighbourhoods.

Skills & Qualities We Look For

In Greater Manchester, we’re building a future where every learner can thrive. That’s why we value professionals who are:

Practical and hands-on
Roles often involve physical tasks, use of tools or equipment, and working in outdoor or operational environments. A practical mindset and a readiness to take action are key.
Safety-conscious and reliable
Maintaining high standards of safety and consistency is essential. These roles require individuals who follow procedures carefully and can be depended on to deliver quality work.
Skilled in technical or manual work
Many positions involve technical knowledge or manual expertise, such as operating machinery, maintaining infrastructure, or applying specialist skills in the field.
Problem-solvers with a community focus
The ability to assess situations, identify solutions, and respond effectively is important -especially when working in ways that directly impact local communities.
Committed to sustainability and public service
A strong sense of responsibility towards the environment and public wellbeing is valued. These roles contribute to long-term sustainability and the delivery of essential services.