Location
Sutton, London Borough of Sutton

Hours
Full Time

Salary
£49,056 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. Sutton is continuously investing 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, aiming 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, fostering a vibrant community of scientists, doctors, and innovative companies. With ongoing regeneration including new homes and schools, Sutton is committed to supporting residents and vulnerable groups to maintain independence and balance support with independent living. 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. Sutton aims to shape the borough’s future to be a great place to live, work, and raise a family.

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. Responsibilities include managing the purchase, coordination, and oversight of the Council’s gas, electric, and water contracts. You will evaluate energy and water usage across the Council, develop policies and actions to minimize consumption, and meet set targets. The role also involves overseeing a programme of low carbon capital funding schemes and supporting colleagues in delivering capital projects across operational, leisure, and school portfolios. You will maximise the use of available funding to reduce operational emissions, including managing the Climate Capital Fund and Green Buildings Fund.

About Us
This role is part of the Facilities Management (FM) team, which 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 team consists of 15 staff members dedicated to maintaining these buildings and services. This is a challenging and rewarding time as the FM Service implements a new operating model aligned with wider organisational goals.

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 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 and agile working arrangements, a learning and development portal, discounts at local shops and leisure centres, interest-free season ticket loans, Local Government Pension Scheme membership, bicycle loan and cycle to work schemes, Zipcar scheme, and confidential health, wellbeing, and counselling support.

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. Strong understanding of relevant legislation, codes of practice, and current developments in energy conservation and sustainability.

About you
Confident in evaluating energy and water usage and devising policies to reduce consumption. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills to build credibility and maintain strong relationships with diverse stakeholders. Strong performance management capabilities and sound 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.