Job summary
This volunteer role will to support the research in decarbonising travel through E-bikes and E-vehicles within Devon Partnership Trust.
Main duties of the job
The Sustainability Analyst volunteer will support Devon Partnership NHS Trusts commitment to reducing carbon emissions by researching and evaluating sustainable travel solutions. Based at Prentice, Dawlish, the role focuses on exploring opportunities for e-bikes and electric vehicles to decarbonise staff travel and reduce grey fleet mileage. The volunteer will analyse data, review best practice across the NHS and wider public sector, and assess operational, financial, safety and environmental implications. Working closely with the Sustainability and Procurement teams, they will help shape proposals, identify viable implementation routes, and contribute to developing policies, procedures and recommendations that support a healthier, low carbon future for the Trust.
About us
About Devon Partnership Trust
We provide mental health, learning disability and neurodiversity services, as well as a range of specialist & secure services for the wider south west region & nationally. We are passionate about promoting good mental health & wellbeing. We strive to use the expertise & resources within our organisation, and through our partnerships, to deliver high quality services that are safe & focused on people's recovery.
We are committed to developing a culture of coproduction, involving patients, families & carers in everything we do
Our values
We not only recruit based on qualifications & experience - we recruit individuals who possess & demonstrate the behaviours which underpin our Trusts core values. These include such attributes as showing a commitment to quality of care, improving lives of others, giving respect, dignity & compassion. We can bring those values to life in our everyday tasks by giving a smile; making time for people; challenging ourselves & others, & being open to new ideas.
We are committed to being an inclusive employer & applications are encouraged & welcomed from all sections of the community, regardless of any protected characteristics as governed by the Equality Act 2010. Part time & flexible working applications will be considered & supported, where possible. We particularly encourage applicants with lived experience of mental health conditions, neurodiversity or learning disabilities. We are a Disability Confident Leader.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Key tasks:
1. Research
e-bike opportunities
DPT
leasing or purchasing.
Individual
companies renting space on sites.
Maintenance
of the e-bikes and chargers.
Storage
(independent to DPT or how accommodate companies)
Policies
and standard operating procedures (SOPs) for both possibilities.
Fire
safety and legal responsibilities.
Costs
to rent/procure plus cost and emission savings (cost may be from mileage rates,
parking, decrease in parking fines).
Research
on what other NHS sites are doing but could also consider other government
organisation such as university, councils and met office.
Could
attend meetings such as Exeter transport group (CUA).
E-bikes
proposal got declined in 2024 based on health and safety and fire risks.
Would
be great opportunity to encourage in certain areas like Exeter/Torbay and
Bristol to reduce grey fleet mileage emissions. Also worth noting the health
benefits to staff e.g. less stress, ease of parking, reduced parking costs.
2. Plan to
electrify fleet.
Review
other organisations and how/what they have procured via approved routes taking
into consideration the mileage range required.
Analyse
current data from vehicle being tested (electric ford transit).
Data
research is similar parameters to E-bike above.
Work
with procurement to understand opportunities.
Compare
with other organisations.
Look
at travel data to understand requirements.
Ideally
want to enable fleets to charge overnight (unless on call).
Location
of electric vehicle charging points (EVCPs) externally.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Key tasks:
1. Research
e-bike opportunities
DPT
leasing or purchasing.
Individual
companies renting space on sites.
Maintenance
of the e-bikes and chargers.
Storage
(independent to DPT or how accommodate companies)
Policies
and standard operating procedures (SOPs) for both possibilities.
Fire
safety and legal responsibilities.
Costs
to rent/procure plus cost and emission savings (cost may be from mileage rates,
parking, decrease in parking fines).
Research
on what other NHS sites are doing but could also consider other government
organisation such as university, councils and met office.
Could
attend meetings such as Exeter transport group (CUA).
E-bikes
proposal got declined in 2024 based on health and safety and fire risks.
Would
be great opportunity to encourage in certain areas like Exeter/Torbay and
Bristol to reduce grey fleet mileage emissions. Also worth noting the health
benefits to staff e.g. less stress, ease of parking, reduced parking costs.
2. Plan to
electrify fleet.
Review
other organisations and how/what they have procured via approved routes taking
into consideration the mileage range required.
Analyse
current data from vehicle being tested (electric ford transit).
Data
research is similar parameters to E-bike above.
Work
with procurement to understand opportunities.
Compare
with other organisations.
Look
at travel data to understand requirements.
Ideally
want to enable fleets to charge overnight (unless on call).
Location
of electric vehicle charging points (EVCPs) externally.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Basic knowledge / interest in Sustainability such as waste, energy, travel, behaviour change or/and biodiversity (not finite).
- Commitment to the ethos and values of DPT.
- Adaptability, flexibility and creativity.
- Good IT skills, knowledge of Excel, Word and power point.
- Good interpersonal skills and experience of working in a team.
- Confidentiality is upmost and we ask volunteers to be part of the team and be discreet and reliable.
- Ability to work under pressure and with competing deadlines.
Desirable
- Understanding of NHS procedures such as Health Technical Memorandums (HTMs).
- Ability to inspire and motivate others.
- Attention to detail and analytical skills.
Qualifications
Desirable
- Ideally the volunteer would have membership of Environmental Practitioners such as IEMA/CIWM
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Basic knowledge / interest in Sustainability such as waste, energy, travel, behaviour change or/and biodiversity (not finite).
- Commitment to the ethos and values of DPT.
- Adaptability, flexibility and creativity.
- Good IT skills, knowledge of Excel, Word and power point.
- Good interpersonal skills and experience of working in a team.
- Confidentiality is upmost and we ask volunteers to be part of the team and be discreet and reliable.
- Ability to work under pressure and with competing deadlines.
Desirable
- Understanding of NHS procedures such as Health Technical Memorandums (HTMs).
- Ability to inspire and motivate others.
- Attention to detail and analytical skills.
Qualifications
Desirable
- Ideally the volunteer would have membership of Environmental Practitioners such as IEMA/CIWM
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
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