Job summary
This is an exciting opportunity to join the sustainability team working to deliver on the Mid and South Essex Greener NHS programme, contributing to Delivering a 'Net Zero'
As the Energy Co-ordinator you will work autonomously to lead the provision of energy management services across the Trust's three hospital sites, focusing on utilities monitoring and reporting, compliance, project identification and development. The post holder will need to advise the Trust on the delivery of energy saving initiatives, ranging from no / low cost actions to major energy projects, liaising with the engineering and sustainability teams for support in development of projects and supervise, coordinate and administer the daily operations and energy utilities across the Trust hospital estate.
Main duties of the job
The position of Energy Coordinator will support the sustainability team in the development and delivery of energy strategies, policies and initiatives throughout the Trust enabling the delivery of an energy efficient and sustainable organisation that satisfies both statutory and mandatory requirements.
About us
Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust is now one of the largest in the country, with a workforce of approximately 15,000 who serve a population of 1.2 million people.
We work together, and in conjunction with MSE Health and Care Partnership, to deliver excellent local and specialist services, to improve the health and wellbeing of our patients in a compassionate way, and provide a respectful, but vibrant place for staff to develop, innovate and build careers.
From facilities through to consultant specialists we want to be the best, to achieve this we need to recruit not just those who are the finest in their field but also those who have the potential to be. Yes, experience is important but so is outlook - if you are dynamic, forward-thinking and enthusiastic we want you to join us.
We not only offer you a good working environment with flexible working opportunities, but also the opportunity to develop your career with access to appropriate training for your job and the support to succeed and progress.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To find out more about the key responsibilities and the specific skills and experience youll need, take a look at the Job Description & Person Specification attachments under the Supporting Documents heading.
For more information, please contact Becky Jones on becky.jones21@nhs.net.
We look forward to your application.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To find out more about the key responsibilities and the specific skills and experience youll need, take a look at the Job Description & Person Specification attachments under the Supporting Documents heading.
For more information, please contact Becky Jones on becky.jones21@nhs.net.
We look forward to your application.
Person Specification
Knowledge and Experience
Essential
- Evidence of continuous professional and personal development in the field of energy, environmental or sustainability management
- Experience in the development and implementation AMR metering strategies and, operation of automated monitoring and targeting platforms.
- Experience in coordinating energy projects, including legislative and regulatory requirements (such as planning and building regulations).
Qualifications
Essential
- Degree or equivalent in science, BSc/BEng in Building Services/ Mechanical / Electrical Engineering or holds an alternative acceptable qualification and appropriate relevant experience.
- Extensive knowledge of practical energy issues as applied to a large complex estate.
Desirable
- Certified Energy Manager, Certified Measurement & Verification Professional, Chartered Engineer / Energy Manager, Low Carbon Energy Assessor
Knowledge and Experience
Essential
- Thorough understanding of Energy / Carbon Calculations for budgeting and design/project options appraisals and feasibility studies.
- Knowledge of Monitoring and Targeting and Automatic Metering Reading technology and reporting mechanisms.
- Thorough understanding of energy management and operational experience of energy management
- Knowledge of relevant sustainable development, environmental management or energy management legislation and NHS requirements.
Communication Skills
Essential
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Proven skills to communicate clearly both verbally and in writing
Perosnal and People Development
Essential
- Attention to detail and clear focus
Other
Essential
- Spread sheet and statistical and analytical mindset.
- Good IT, numeracy and literacy skills
Personal and People Development
Essential
- Possess commitment, motivation and personal interest in the 'green' agenda
- Is adaptable / flexible to work the hours necessary to complete tasks and activities often containing large data input sets
- Demonstrates ability to recognise own limitations and seek appropriate support
- Team player
- Willingness to learn and develop own skills
- A commitment to personal development by continual improvement of Energy Management knowledge and procedures seeking a greater understanding of building services engineering within the Hard FM environment.
Physical Requirements
Essential
- Able to meet the physical demands of working in an operational environment
- Able to frequently travel between Group sites
Person Specification
Knowledge and Experience
Essential
- Evidence of continuous professional and personal development in the field of energy, environmental or sustainability management
- Experience in the development and implementation AMR metering strategies and, operation of automated monitoring and targeting platforms.
- Experience in coordinating energy projects, including legislative and regulatory requirements (such as planning and building regulations).
Qualifications
Essential
- Degree or equivalent in science, BSc/BEng in Building Services/ Mechanical / Electrical Engineering or holds an alternative acceptable qualification and appropriate relevant experience.
- Extensive knowledge of practical energy issues as applied to a large complex estate.
Desirable
- Certified Energy Manager, Certified Measurement & Verification Professional, Chartered Engineer / Energy Manager, Low Carbon Energy Assessor
Knowledge and Experience
Essential
- Thorough understanding of Energy / Carbon Calculations for budgeting and design/project options appraisals and feasibility studies.
- Knowledge of Monitoring and Targeting and Automatic Metering Reading technology and reporting mechanisms.
- Thorough understanding of energy management and operational experience of energy management
- Knowledge of relevant sustainable development, environmental management or energy management legislation and NHS requirements.
Communication Skills
Essential
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Proven skills to communicate clearly both verbally and in writing
Perosnal and People Development
Essential
- Attention to detail and clear focus
Other
Essential
- Spread sheet and statistical and analytical mindset.
- Good IT, numeracy and literacy skills
Personal and People Development
Essential
- Possess commitment, motivation and personal interest in the 'green' agenda
- Is adaptable / flexible to work the hours necessary to complete tasks and activities often containing large data input sets
- Demonstrates ability to recognise own limitations and seek appropriate support
- Team player
- Willingness to learn and develop own skills
- A commitment to personal development by continual improvement of Energy Management knowledge and procedures seeking a greater understanding of building services engineering within the Hard FM environment.
Physical Requirements
Essential
- Able to meet the physical demands of working in an operational environment
- Able to frequently travel between Group sites
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Additional information
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
