Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for the role of Head of Clean Energy Transition.
The role will lead on energy efficiency and estates decarbonisation strategy and programme management across Central London Community Healthcare NHS Trust (CLCH) and West London NHS Trust (WLT).
This role will be hosted and managed by CLCH but will be split 50:50 with WLT as part of the strategic partnership for sustainability and joint team.
Reporting to the Director of Sustainability, the Head of Clean Energy Transition is a senior post that has been established to deliver on a key part of the NHS Net Zero agenda: addressing carbon emissions and costs from energy usage in our estates. The role will work extremely closely with the capital, estates and facilities teams as well as the finance and property management teams at both trusts.
The combined estate comprises 30 freehold properties as well as circa 150 properties that are leased on a whole or part occupancy basis. These range from small clinics to large hospital sites. We have a number of exciting projects underway including substantial investments in heat pumps, solar panels, smart lighting and other energy saving infrastructure.
Main duties of the job
You will need good experience in energy and decarbonisation management and an understanding of the NHS Net zero plan. You will be highly motivated by the sustainability agenda with the ability to work independently in collaboration with multiple stakeholders across organisations.
This is a hybrid role with an expectation of at least 60% of time on site. On site attendance will primarily be at the main corporate offices of both trusts but the post holder will also be expected to visit sites across the estate on a regular basis. In some cases it will also be appropriate to visit building sites and outdoor environments to understand work in progress.
About us
We are proud to be one of the largest community healthcare providers in the country, with more than 4,500 colleagues caring for over four million people across London and Hertfordshire. Every day, our teams bring their skill, compassion, and determination to the people who depend on us.
What inspires us is at the heart of who we are: when we work together, we can help people move forward in ways that truly matter. Our teams support children as they take their first steps in life, and they stand beside adults as they rebuild strength, confidence, and independence. From newborn health visiting to community nursing, stroke rehabilitation, and palliative care, we are there for people through some of life's most important moments.
Joining Central London Community Healthcare means becoming part of a community that lifts each other up. It means working in an organisation that values compassion, welcomes new ideas, and believes in the potential of every colleague. Your development matters here. Your wellbeing matters. Your voice helps shape the future of the care we provide.
We offer a competitive employment package because the work you do matters. At Central London Community Healthcare, you will join an inclusive organisation that invests in its people, supports development, and helps you thrive while delivering high-quality care.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The key responsibilities are:
- Estates decarbonisation strategy and programme management across CLCH and WLT.
- Energy management and the development of strategies and policies to reduce energy usage and expense.
- Smart building strategy including submetering, monitoring and reporting
- Developing partnerships and joint working with relevant NHS regional sustainability workstreams, taking on leadership of workstreams where appropriate.
- Supporting the Director of Sustainability and the two Director(s) of Estates in the management of a multi-million pound investment budget to decarbonise the estate of both trusts, including applying for grants.
- Working with third-party landlords to ensure all leased premises follow a net zero pathway.
- Carrying out research and liaising with environmental consultancies and experts to ensure the Trust receives the latest guidance on compliance and best practice.
- Leading the development of a climate adaptation strategy for estates in line with NHS Englands Net Zero strategy including developing a specific risk register.
Applicants are expected to present clear and relevant evidence of the competencies and responsibilities detailed in the attached Job Description and Person Specification, together with a demonstrated commitment to the Trusts values of Accountability, Inclusion, Compassion, and Empowerment.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The key responsibilities are:
- Estates decarbonisation strategy and programme management across CLCH and WLT.
- Energy management and the development of strategies and policies to reduce energy usage and expense.
- Smart building strategy including submetering, monitoring and reporting
- Developing partnerships and joint working with relevant NHS regional sustainability workstreams, taking on leadership of workstreams where appropriate.
- Supporting the Director of Sustainability and the two Director(s) of Estates in the management of a multi-million pound investment budget to decarbonise the estate of both trusts, including applying for grants.
- Working with third-party landlords to ensure all leased premises follow a net zero pathway.
- Carrying out research and liaising with environmental consultancies and experts to ensure the Trust receives the latest guidance on compliance and best practice.
- Leading the development of a climate adaptation strategy for estates in line with NHS Englands Net Zero strategy including developing a specific risk register.
Applicants are expected to present clear and relevant evidence of the competencies and responsibilities detailed in the attached Job Description and Person Specification, together with a demonstrated commitment to the Trusts values of Accountability, Inclusion, Compassion, and Empowerment.
Person Specification
Education/Qualification
Essential
- Educated to masters degree level in engineering, environmental science or other related subject or equivalent
- Sustainability course qualification
- Evidence of continuing professional development
- Membership of relevant professional body such as ISEP, ISSP, ICRS
Desirable
- PRINCE 2 / Managing Successful Programmes Practitioner
- Sustainable buildings standards accreditation (Breeam, Passivhaus etc)
Exprerience
Essential
- A successful track record of achievement as a manager in a large, complex, multi-disciplinary organisation, preferably within the Healthcare Sector.
- Experience in estates decarbonisation planning and delivery, working with industry experts.
- Experience of energy management, usage analysis and policy as well as procurement
- Experience of building climate adaptation risk analysis, planning and project implementation.
- Managing staff and developing staff to maximise their potential.
- A proven track record of delivering outcomes through influencing and matrix working, empowering multi-disciplinary teams across organisations professional boundaries.
- Experience of production and implementation of business cases
Desirable
- Experience preparing grant applications
- ISO 14001, ISO 50001 experience
Skills & Knowledge
Essential
- Detailed knowledge of the global and national sustainability agenda
- Knowledge of the structure and functioning of the NHS and the Greener NHS Programme
- Detailed knowledge of estates decarbonisation strategies
- Knowledge of carbon reporting standards including GHG protocol, SBTI, TCFD
- Knowledge of sustainable building standards including Breeam, Passivhaus
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Data analysis skills and the ability to communicate complex information for varied audiences.
- Project management skills
- Budget and financial management skills
- Effective IT skills
Desirable
- Knowledge of the NHS net zero building standard
Person Specification
Education/Qualification
Essential
- Educated to masters degree level in engineering, environmental science or other related subject or equivalent
- Sustainability course qualification
- Evidence of continuing professional development
- Membership of relevant professional body such as ISEP, ISSP, ICRS
Desirable
- PRINCE 2 / Managing Successful Programmes Practitioner
- Sustainable buildings standards accreditation (Breeam, Passivhaus etc)
Exprerience
Essential
- A successful track record of achievement as a manager in a large, complex, multi-disciplinary organisation, preferably within the Healthcare Sector.
- Experience in estates decarbonisation planning and delivery, working with industry experts.
- Experience of energy management, usage analysis and policy as well as procurement
- Experience of building climate adaptation risk analysis, planning and project implementation.
- Managing staff and developing staff to maximise their potential.
- A proven track record of delivering outcomes through influencing and matrix working, empowering multi-disciplinary teams across organisations professional boundaries.
- Experience of production and implementation of business cases
Desirable
- Experience preparing grant applications
- ISO 14001, ISO 50001 experience
Skills & Knowledge
Essential
- Detailed knowledge of the global and national sustainability agenda
- Knowledge of the structure and functioning of the NHS and the Greener NHS Programme
- Detailed knowledge of estates decarbonisation strategies
- Knowledge of carbon reporting standards including GHG protocol, SBTI, TCFD
- Knowledge of sustainable building standards including Breeam, Passivhaus
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Data analysis skills and the ability to communicate complex information for varied audiences.
- Project management skills
- Budget and financial management skills
- Effective IT skills
Desirable
- Knowledge of the NHS net zero building standard
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.
