Location
Sutton, London Borough of Sutton

Hours
Full Time

Salary
£49,056 per annum

About the Role
This role supports the Council's environmental strategy and the decarbonisation of its estate. As the Council's dedicated Energy Officer, you will provide expert advice to the Council and all departments. You will take responsibility for the purchase, management, and coordination of the Council's gas, electric, and water contracts. The role involves evaluating energy and water usage within the Council, devising policies and actions to minimise consumption to meet set targets. You will oversee a programme of low carbon capital funding schemes and support colleagues with delivering capital projects across operational, leisure, and schools portfolios. Maximising the use of available funding, including the Climate Capital Fund and Green Buildings Fund, to reduce operational emissions is a key responsibility.

About the Borough
The London Borough of Sutton is located less than 30 minutes by train from Central London, with direct connections to London Victoria and London Bridge. Situated 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 has high levels of resident engagement and satisfaction, delivering quality services while addressing financial challenges and involving residents in key issues and local developments. 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. Sutton is home to the Royal Marsden Hospital and the Institute of Cancer Research, and with the London Cancer Hub development, aims to be the world's leading life-science district specialising in cancer research and treatment. This vision will create around 13,000 jobs and contribute £1.2bn annually to the UK economy. Sutton is also focused on regeneration with new homes and schools, working closely with residents and vulnerable groups to balance support and independent living. The Council plays a leading role within the South London Partnership, focusing on strategic growth, regeneration, and investment.

About Us
This role is part of the Facilities Management (FM) team, which supports approximately 50 corporate Council buildings. The FM Service includes FM Helpdesk, caretaking, post, cleaning, pest control, security, planned preventative maintenance, and reactive repair services. The team of 15 staff is undergoing significant transformation, including integrating energy management into its delivery model, supporting the wider organisation's goals. This is a challenging and rewarding time to join the FM team as it evolves its operating model.

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 management team. Benefits include a generous annual leave entitlement of 26-31 days plus bank holidays (pro-rata if part-time), enhanced family leave options, two volunteering days per year, flexible working schemes, adjustable working arrangements with Google Chromebooks, a learning and development portal, discounts at local shops and leisure centres, interest-free season ticket loans, Local Government Pension Scheme, bicycle loan and cycle to work schemes, Zipcar scheme, and 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 responses demonstrating your motivation and alignment with our PRIDE values. We anonymise applications to reduce bias and encourage diverse interview panels. The closing date is indicative; early application is advised as we may close the vacancy once sufficient applications are received.

Diversity and Inclusion
We are proud to be a diverse and welcoming borough, committed to creating a workforce reflecting our community. We welcome applications from underrepresented groups and offer family-friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working, staff engagement forums, and inclusive networks. We are a disability confident employer and guarantee to interview all disabled applicants meeting the minimum criteria. As a London Living Wage Employer, all employees receive the London Living Wage regardless of contract type or length. Sponsorship for work eligibility is considered case-by-case and 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 contracts. Project management experience within an energy or sustainability context.

About you
Detailed knowledge of energy conservation legislation, codes of practice, and current developments. Strong interpersonal and communication skills to build credibility and maintain relationships with diverse stakeholders. Ability to provide clear, informed advice on complex issues. Strong performance management and IT skills. Commitment to high standards of health and safety, equality, and diversity. Flexibility to work outside normal hours when necessary and ability to travel within and around the borough.

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