Location
London Borough of Sutton, Carshalton

Hours
Full Time

Salary
£57,402 per annum

About the Borough
The London Borough of Sutton is situated less than 30 minutes by train from Central London, with direct connections to London Victoria and London Bridge. Located in zone 5 with excellent transport links, Sutton boasts award-winning parks and open spaces, low crime rates, affordable housing, and great schools. The borough enjoys high levels of resident engagement and satisfaction, delivering quality services while addressing financial challenges and involving residents in key issues and local developments.

About the Borough (continued)
Sutton is investing continuously in the health, wellbeing, and education of its residents and future generations, as outlined in the “Ambitious for Sutton” corporate plan. Home to the Royal Marsden Hospital and the Institute of Cancer Research, Sutton is developing the London Cancer Hub, which aims to be the world’s leading life-science district specializing in cancer research and treatment. This vision is expected to create around 13,000 jobs and contribute £1.2bn annually to the UK economy. With regeneration projects including new homes and schools, Sutton is committed to working closely with residents and vulnerable groups to support independence and balance support with independent living.

About the Council and Service
The Council is a key driver within the South London Partnership, focusing on strategic growth, regeneration, and investment across five outer south west London boroughs. The Facilities Management (FM) team, part of which this role belongs to, has recently undergone significant transformation, including integrating energy management into its delivery. The FM Service supports approximately 50 corporate Council buildings, providing services such as FM Helpdesk, caretaking, post, cleaning, pest control, security, planned preventative maintenance, and reactive repairs. The FM team consists of 15 staff dedicated to supporting these buildings and services.

About the Role
This role supports the Council's environmental strategy and the decarbonisation of its estate. Key responsibilities include:
- Acting as the Council’s dedicated Energy Officer, providing expert advice to all departments
- Managing the purchase, coordination, and contracts for gas, electricity, and water
- Evaluating energy and water usage, developing policies and actions to reduce consumption and meet targets
- Overseeing low carbon capital funding schemes and supporting delivery of capital projects across operational, leisure, and school portfolios
- Maximising use of available funding such as the Climate Capital Fund and Green Buildings Fund to reduce operational emissions

Our Offer to You
We are committed to nurturing talent and supporting your career growth in a friendly, collaborative environment. Your ideas will be encouraged and supported by a dynamic and experienced management team. Benefits include:
- Generous annual leave entitlement of 26-31 days plus bank holidays (pro-rata if part-time)
- Enhanced maternity, paternity, shared parental, adoption, and dependents leave
- Two volunteering days per year
- Flexible working arrangements under the Smarter Working Scheme (role dependent)
- Adjustable and agile working using Google Chromebooks
- Access to a learning and development portal with a range of courses
- Discounts at local shops, restaurants, gyms, and leisure centres
- Interest-free season ticket loans
- Local Government Pension Scheme
- Bicycle loan facilities and cycle to work scheme
- Zipcar scheme
- Confidential health, wellbeing, and counselling support

Application Process
Apply online outlining your skills, abilities, and experience relevant to this role. Please ensure your CV details are correctly uploaded. We value authenticity and expect personalised applications that demonstrate your motivation and alignment with our PRIDE values. The closing date is indicative; early application is advised as we may close the vacancy once sufficient applications are received. We anonymise applications to reduce bias and encourage diverse interview panels to promote fairness. We are committed to removing barriers and enhancing workforce diversity.

Additional Information
We celebrate diversity and welcome applications from underrepresented groups. We offer family-friendly policies, flexible working, staff engagement forums, and inclusive networks. As a disability confident employer, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria. We are an accredited London Living Wage Employer, ensuring all employees receive the London Living Wage regardless of contract type or length. Sponsorship for work visas is considered on a case-by-case basis and is subject to eligibility and budget.

Experience
Proven track record in developing and implementing energy efficiency programmes. Experience in procurement and finance practices related to energy management. Project management experience is essential.

About you
Detailed knowledge of energy and water usage evaluation, policy development to reduce consumption, and contract management. Strong understanding of relevant legislation, codes of practice, and current developments in energy conservation and sustainability. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills to build credibility and maintain relationships with diverse stakeholders. Strong performance management capabilities, sound IT skills, and commitment to health and safety, equality, and diversity. Flexibility to work outside normal hours when necessary and ability to travel within the borough.

Qualifications
Technical or energy-related qualification required. Membership of a relevant professional body is desirable.