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 the estate. As the Council's dedicated Energy Officer, you will provide expert advice to the Council and all departments. You will be responsible 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 in delivering capital projects across operational, leisure, and schools portfolios. Maximising the use of available funding to reduce operational emissions, including the Climate Capital Fund and Green Buildings Fund, is a key part of this role.

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 is known for high levels of resident engagement and satisfaction, quality services, and success in addressing financial challenges while involving residents in key issues and high street changes. 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, aiming 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. With regeneration projects including new homes and schools, Sutton is committed to working closely with residents and vulnerable groups to maintain independence and balance support with independent living. The Council is a driving force within the South London Partnership, focusing on strategic growth, regeneration, and investment. Sutton aims to shape the future of the borough to make it a great place to live, work, and raise a family.

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 supporting these buildings and services. This is a challenging and rewarding time as Facilities Management implements a new operating model aligned with the wider organisation’s goals.

Our Offer To You
We are committed to nurturing talent and supporting your career development 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 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 access, and confidential health, wellbeing, and counselling support.

Experience
Proven track record in developing and implementing energy efficiency programmes. Experience in procurement and finance practices, supported by project management skills. Demonstrated ability to evaluate energy and water usage and devise policies to reduce consumption. Experience managing the procurement of energy contracts.

About you
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 strong relationships with a wide range of stakeholders. Ability to provide clear, informed advice on complex issues. 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.