Energy and Carbon Reduction Officer Property & Asset Management Facilities Management, Compliance and Energy Team

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1 Role Title Job Family Competency Level Pay Range / Scale Purpose Energy and Carbon Reduction Officer Property & Asset Management Facilities Management, Compliance and Energy Team Principal Officer/Manager PO3 To develop and deliver specialist support and advice on identifying energy savings opportunities and implementing energy efficient solutions to help the Council in achieving its long-term target of reducing energy consumption. To assist the Energy Manager in their role, by ensuring the Energy & Carbon Reduction function has access to best practice advice. The Energy & Carbon Reduction Officer role will conduct energy audits, identify energy saving measures and encourage behaviour change including working on potential funding opportunities. Generic Accountabilities Provide advice and make recommendations based on up to date knowledge and analysis / evaluation of information. Manage escalated or complex customer issues within the relevant area. End Results/ Outcomes Expert advice, information, interpretation and support are provided on the full range of technical / professional issues within the area of responsibility. Issues are managed through to a satisfactory conclusion. Risk to the Council is minimised. Contribute to the development of service plans to meet strategic business goals. Research developments in relevant area. Collate process and analyse information / data. Translate outputs into advisory reports / documents / actions as appropriate. Lead on the development, implementation, maintenance and management of systems, policies, procedures and / or standards within area of responsibility. Work closely with others to support/manage the development and delivery of improvements in processes and procedures. Prepare and present a full range of reports (both standard and nonstandard) covering area of responsibility. Manage a portfolio of Projects and Reviews. Strategic and operational input is provided to wider business planning and development. Customer needs are identified. Services meet legislative and policy requirements. Relevant information / data are managed efficiently and accurately. Accurate and relevant information / reports / documentation are produced. Trends and issues are identified and prioritised. Statutory and procedural obligations are fulfilled. Management decision making is supported. Changes to systems, policies and / or procedures are identified and recommended. All updates, amendments, developments are tested and approved prior to delivery. Customers receive prompt, accurate policy / procedural updates. Service standards are improved. Identifies gaps in service provision/highlight policy issues and makes recommendations to resolve the issues. Agreed improvements are developed, delivered and evaluated. Issues and recommendations are brought to the attention of senior managers. Benchmark against best practice authorities and centre of excellence. Reports are prepared, distributed / presented to the appropriate committee/ to the required standards and timescales. Evidence based recommendations are made. Projects are delivered to agreed specification, timescales and budgets. Page 1 of 5

2 Lead on specific projects as required. Co-operate with and support colleagues. Act in accordance with all policies and procedures which apply to the job and understand the reasons for this. Carry out all duties and responsibilities with reasonable care for the health and safety of self and others and report any potential hazards or unsafe practices to line manager. Change initiatives are successfully integrated and implemented across all impacted service areas. Value for money is achieved. Ongoing savings secured. Colleagues are supported. Required information is provided. All policies and procedures are complied with. Work is carried out in a way that is safe and without risks to health. Job Specific Accountabilities: To undertake climate change, energy, water and carbon reduction projects including research of best practice, to develop and implement appropriate policies, action plans and procedures to support innovation and energy reduction To deliver strategic policies and projects to promote and implement the Council s Energy Efficiency Programmes and the Carbon Reduction Commitment scheme To assist with the development and implementation of appropriate policies, action plans, procedures and projects for energy, water and carbon reduction. Manage staff engagement campaigns including carbon reduction champions project To manage Schools Energy Efficiency Programme of the Council through the Schools Traded Services Programme Promotion of LSP Climate Change Strategy and carbon reduction projects through meetings, presentations, events, publicity and outreach work. To liase and work with funders and government agencies To provide carbon reduction and environmental sustainability project, research, staff engagement, awareness raising, behaviour change programmes and delivery advice to staff and local communities To support with the timely preparation and submission of contractual, CRC, carbon reduction and energy monitoring performance reports as required. Invest to save opportunities are identified, along with carbon reduction opportunities, and bids put in place for funding to deliver those projects. To provide carbon reduction and environmental sustainability project, research, staff engagement, awareness raising, behaviour change programmes and delivery advice to staff and local communities Support delivery of the Climate Change Strategy, carbon, energy & water reduction projects and targets. To support with the timely preparation and submission of contractual, CRC, carbon reduction and energy monitoring performance reports as required. Increase awareness of climate change implications, low carbon technologies and the need to take positive action amongst all sectors of the community. Provide carbon management advice to Council s property management function. To advise and support Council officers and partners to raise awareness of climate change and carbon reduction, identifying and evaluating projects tackling these issues. To provide advice to officers, local communities, businesses, third sector and LSP partners in relation to carbon reduction impacts, interventions and adaptation and mitigation measures. Schools are informed about the energy management services offered via Council s Traded Services Income through Traded Service Subscription Package is coordinated and received. Delivery of Fully Managed and Pay as you Go services to schools. Energy policy workshops for senior managers to formulate energy policy and increase staff awareness at the school. Page 2 of 5

3 Deliver bespoke sustainability education sessions for KS1, KS2 and KS3 pupil Checking of invoices for accuracy and quarterly reporting of utility use against benchmarks. Responsible for providing and updating Display Energy Certificates for school buildings, through undertaking a Display Energy Performance Assessments (DEC) and producing an Advisory Report as qualified assessor in line with the Energy Performance of Buildings Directive 2002/91/EC. To coordinate the schools utility contracts for any school supplies wishing to remain on the Council s contract Monitor and review energy (gas, power and water) consumption of the Corporate, Street lighting, Housing and Schools properties. Identify and act to reduce any unnecessary consumption or cost. To ensure that annual and quarterly performance monitoring of carbon reduction projects, contracts and interventions meet funding requirements To seek out new initiatives, ideas and projects that can be used to develop corporate energy initiatives. To conduct site inspections, audits and feasibility studies. Provide energy and consumption advice to initiate and manage specialised audits and feasibility studies, including those from external consultants. Advise on low carbon aspects of new build and refurbishment schemes. To manage assigned Energy and Carbon reduction projects and analyse utilities data using M&T methods. Ensuring that agreed savings and Display Energy Certificates are delivered to School portfolio Following the assessment produce a Display Energy Certificate in line with the government s approved methodology and based on assessment software Produce an Advisory Report based on the energy assessors understanding of the building and on the Display Energy Certificate. The report is to be based on a physical survey of the building prior to producing the Advisory report. Ensure that a copy of the certificate and report is lodged on the national register. Energy and gas contracts which are contract managed on behalf of LBWF are administered within the parameters agreed, the contracts are delivered within budget, with measurable outcomes based on the agreed KPI s produced in metrics to the agreed standard. Procure new energy and gas contracts for schools who wish to be part of Council s framework contract with LASER. Store the data and produce auditable energy consumption and carbon emission data to comply with the requirements of Carbon reduction commitment and other performance requirements Provide SystemsLink Web Access logging details to Building Managers to upload meter reads and monitor utility consumption. To ensure compliance with statutory provisions, financial regulations, Council constitution, funding guidance and that correct procedures are followed in letting of contracts and value for money obtained. To provide and analyse energy consumption performance data ensuring all deadlines for timely performance monitoring and management information meets funding requirements and energy and carbon reduction reporting needs. To provide advice on the external funding opportunities and funding mechanisms available for carbon reduction projects. Liasing and working with colleagues to deliver value for money services through energy and carbon reduction project bidding, delivery and possible joint procurement whilst maximising external grant funding. Liaise with key Council officers and departments to develop and deliver projects and measures, including provision of advice, to reduce energy use and carbon emissions. Promote best practice in tackling climate change and carbon reduction. Reports are prepared, distributed to the required standards and timescales. Savings identified on energy consumption. Evidence based recommendations are made. Review Climate Change Impact Assessment (CCIA) Matrix to reduce 35% CO2 emissions from new developments. Projects deliver the outputs required within agreed timescales and budgets. Progress is highly visible to members, staff and stakeholders. Page 3 of 5

4 outcomes are delivered on time, within budget, and to the expected standard To monitor the operation of the council s carbon reduction programme (including Salix Fund) through regular reporting on the progress of carbon reduction projects. Accurate and informative project information is prepared and presented as required. Effective client lead role is taken with all key stakeholders to assist in developing a strong partnering ethos to enable effective delivery and issue resolution. Nature of Contacts Typically involves Heads of Service, and Senior Managers across the authority, and external agencies and organisations providing advice regarding May involve direct contact with members of the public. Develop sensitivity, persuasiveness, and negotiation and assertiveness skills to communicate with diverse audiences in emotive circumstances. Deal with people at all levels confidently, sensitively and diplomatically. Deal with people at all levels confidently, sensitively and diplomatically. Procedural Context Act within guidelines and standard procedures with discretion to allocate or otherwise organise work to meet service delivery requirements. Works within laid down procedures but needs to deal with day-today problems without always referring to others. Decisions will be made based on Council procedures. Occasionally the post will be expected to work from other locations Reports to Energy Manager Key Facts and Figures Resourcing Budget Responsibilities: Responsible for Income generation through schools traded services. Supervisory Responsibilities: None Knowledge, Skills and Experience Minimum of 3 years experience in working on environmental sustainability, energy management and carbon reduction (E) Experience of multi-agency partnership working with a range of internal and external stakeholders (D) Experience in bidding for funding and managing budgets (D) Experience of delivery, monitoring and performance management of energy and carbon reduction projects (E) Experience of outreach work in environmental sustainability energy and carbon reduction (D) Experience of planning, delivering and monitoring carbon, energy and water management projects. (D) Detailed knowledge and understanding of the issues surrounding climate change, energy management, environmental sustainability and carbon reduction (E) Ability to monitor carbon emissions and manage a varied workload and work to tight deadlines effectively in situations involving potential conflict and time pressures with minimum supervision (D) Ability to plan successfully and manage energy and carbon reduction projects and consultants, to Page 4 of 5

5 adapt to new and challenging roles at short notice and to work independently and with initiative, prioritising own workload and meeting deadlines. (D) Ability to undertake energy inspections, surveys and audits and to determine economic value of energy projects (D) A high level of numeracy demonstrating mathematical aptitude and experience of working with budgets (D) Knowledge and understanding of the local & national policy framework for climate change & carbon reduction and how they can be reflected in the Councils work.(e) Knowledge and understanding of the causes and impacts of climate change and wider social, political, economic, technical and environmental issues associated with mitigation and adaptation. (E) To be able to access and carry out inspections of building services including man hole covers, boiler rooms and electrical cupboards (E) Experience of using SystemsLink Energy Manager database software or equivalent (E) Indicative Qualifications Degree or professional qualification in engineering, energy management, building services, environment or related discipline (E) Demonstrable skills in critical reasoning and numeracy (E) Excellent ICT skills (eg: MS Word, Project, Excel and Powerpoint) (E) Experience of using SAP finance system (D) Membership of relevant professional body eg: CIBSE, Energy Institute (D) To be fully trained, qualified and be accredited with Domestic, Non-Domestic and Public Building Energy Assessment (E) The above profile is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees in this role. It is not intended to be a detailed list of all duties and responsibilities which may be required. This role profile will be supplemented and further defined by annual objectives, which will be developed in conjunction with the post holder. It will be subject to regular review and the Council reserves the right to amend or add to the accountabilities listed. Page 5 of 5