Energy, Environmental and Sustainability Manager, Belfast

Northern Ireland Ambulance Service

Temporary (Ongoing)

Public Sector and Government

Belfast, County Antrim

Up to £23.60 per hour

Startdate: ASAP

Ref: SW0611-25_1762443247

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Job description

Energy, Environmental and Sustainability Manager
Location: NIAS
Hours: Full-Time, 37.5 hours per week

Pay Rate: £23.60 per hour

JOB SUMMARY

The post holder will be a key member of the Specialist Services Team within Estate Services and will be expected to play a full role in the provision, development and management of all Energy/Environment related activities within the Trust.

The post holder will be technically and professionally responsible to the Head of Specialist Services for:

Ensuring and complying with all Statutory Standards, Codes of Practice, Health & Safety Guidance, Health Technical Memoranda, Building Notes and other Government Agencies and Local Authority requirements. Including inter alia, Capital Investment Manual, Standing Financial Instructions and Trusts Tendering Procedures.

KEY RESULT AREAS / MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES

Provide specialist knowledge and experience of energy management, environmental management, sustainability management, utilities procurement and take the lead role in ensuring the Trust meets its statutory obligations in these areas.
Implement, review, and develop a comprehensive Energy Management Strategy to ISO 50001:2018 making modifications and improvements as necessary and provide the focus for the environmental management team.
Implement, review, and develop a comprehensive Environmental Management Strategy to ISO 14001:2004 making modifications and improvements as necessary and provide the focus for the environmental management team.
Manage legislative requirements relating to Energy and the Environment e.g., Energy Management Strategy and Action Plan to 2030 for NI Central Government and / or Net Zero Strategy (non-exhaustive)
Act as the Trust's Nominated Environment Management Officer.
To provide expert advice on the NIAS Estate Strategy
Implement, review, and develop a Sustainability Strategy for the Northern Ireland Ambulance Service Trust.
Undertake detailed site energy audits and surveys and produce reports as required under the EU Energy Performance of Buildings Directive. Monitor utility consumption and establish comparative data to enable trends to be determined with regards to energy intensity, and benchmark against respective metrics.
Manage and maintain the electronic energy, water and effluent automatic monitoring and targeting system as required to meet the reporting needs of the Trust and Department of Health.
Monitor energy consumption and identify targets for improvements. Develop funding bids through Trust Capital and Invest to Save to realise funds for implementation of projects.
Manage the Heat, Light, Power and Water budget, providing financial forecasting using computer modelling and trend analysis information to the Trust's Finance Department to assist with budget monitoring process.
Analyse and review complex utility tariffs and supply contracts to ensure the most cost effective and optimum arrangements are in place at all times.
Act as Authorised Signatory for all invoices relating to Heat, Light, Power and Water budget.
Negotiate with procurement organisations and Utility Companies with regard to utility contracts for the Trust.
Manage contracts to ensure the smooth delivery of all works, goods and services, enabling optimum efficiency of energy and environmental management for the Trust.
Prepare the Trust's regular consumption and conservation reports in formats that are meaningful to Estates and Non-Estates Staff.
Liaise with Heads of Departments on the control of energy, including costs, good housekeeping measures and promoting energy awareness issues.
Assess the effectiveness of energy conservation proposals, developing business cases using investment appraisal techniques and developing associated implementation plans.
Design, commission, and monitor energy related schemes; including developing associated implementation plans.
Develop a Trust Energy and Environmental Staff Awareness Programme to assist in the education and motivation of energy users towards a greater awareness of the environment and greater energy efficiency through informal discussions and formal presentations as appropriate.
Provide specialist advice relating to energy, environment and sustainability design, and work closely with Capital Development on new build and refurbishment projects.
Represent the Trust at Regional Energy/Environmental meetings and forums, including Contract Adjudication Groups (CAGs).
Collate, manage, and make available data and information as required under the Environmental Information Regulations and in accordance with Trust Policy.
Participate in the provision of an out of hours emergency service as and when required.
Maintain continuing professional development in all areas of energy and environmental management, including relevant legislation.
The postholder will ensure that each member of the Estates team participates in structured performance and development reviews. These will take place on a 6-monthly basis, including a formal annual appraisal, in line with Trust policy.

The reviews will:

Measure individual and team performance against agreed Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
Identify personal development needs, training goals, and succession planning priorities.
Support career progression through the Knowledge and Skills Framework (KSF) or relevant professional standards
Foster a culture of continuous improvement, learning, and accountability.
The postholder will be responsible for ensuring that records of reviews are maintained and that follow-up actions are implemented.

Essential Criteria

Applicants must possess a University Degree in Mechanical, Electrical or Building Services Engineering, or similar related to the Built Environment, together with 3 years energy/environmental management experience OR A HNC/HND in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering or Building Services Engineering. together with 5 years energy/environmental management experience
Hold a current full driving licence which is valid for use in the UK and have access to a car on appointment. This criterion will be waived in the case of applicants whose disability prohibits driving but who have access to a form of transport approved by the Trust which will permit them to carry out the duties of the post
SECTION 2: The following are ESSENTIAL criteria which will be measured during the interview/ selection stage:
High level interpersonal, verbal and written communication and influencing skills. Ability to lead and manage multiple parties and third-party vendors on high profile and technically innovative solutions Ability to analyse and interpret complex data Ability to drive change successfully throughout the organisation Ability to hold individuals, teams and suppliers to account Finance & budgeting skills Ability to develop business cases and provide Post Project Evaluations Experience in the use of Microsoft Office applications including Word Processing, Spreadsheets, Databases & Presentation Graphics.

If you are interested and available for this position, please upload your CV to the link or contact Stephanie Wilson at [email protected]

To be shortlisted for this role all applicants MUST meet the essential criteria. Please note that these roles may be filled quickly but your CV will be kept on file for future similar roles. As there are so many applications, unsuccessful candidates may not be contacted.

Successful candidates may need to apply for an Access NI Certificate with Staffline regardless if you already have a valid certificate. It will be a cost of between £16-£32 depending on clearance level.