Energy and Sustainability Manager

Equans is looking for an Energy & Sustainability Manager to join our team at Queen Alexandra Hospital in Portsmouth on a permanent basis. This is a full-time role working 37.5 hours per week. On offer is a competitive salary and benefits package.

The Energy & Sustainability Manager will be responsible for managing energy at QA Hospital alongside improving sustainability through energy usage optimisation and waste minimalization. They will be responsible for supporting the delivery of EQUANS Beyond Net Zero plan whilst supporting the Trust with their plans for the NHS Greener Agenda and reaching net zero by 2040. They will stay up to date with the latest energy and sustainability policies and technologies and manage energy optimization and sustainability improvement projects.

The role is suitable for post-graduate students who are ready to start their career, ideally with a degree specialising in Environmental Sciences, Sustainability, Energy, or a related field.

What will you deliver?

• Work with PHU to support the Trust to achieve their targets in the NHS greener agenda
• Prepare reports on environmental performance and assist and submit PHU reports, including the Energy Investment Report. Manage onsite Environmental Site inspections, highlighting any bad and good practice to the relevant teams and Senior Management
• Identifying training and upskilling required for staff on sustainability and our impact on the environment
• Monitor and management of waste, including waste licenses and monthly reporting of waste. Develop a waste minimisation plan to reduce waste generation
• Ensure environmental policies are followed and identify potential areas of improvement. Identifying relevant innovative technologies to improve the site
• Undertake site inspections and audits to improve the environmental performance of the site. Implement energy consumption optimisation through BMS and produce recommendations to Estates manager on changes required
• Collaborate with internal teams (Estates, BMS, procurement, projects, soft FM) to integrate sustainable practices into operations. Engage with external stakeholders (PHU and THC) to work towards their sustainability targets
• Research to identify and apply for funding opportunities
• Manage and be responsible for Carbon Reduction Schemes

What can we offer you?

On offer is a competitive salary and benefits package, which includes;

• 25 days annual leave
• Life Cover equivalent to 1.5 times annual salary
• Employee discount shopping schemes on major brands and retailers
• Gym membership discounts 
• Cycle to work scheme 
• Holiday purchase scheme
• 2 corporate social responsibility days per year
• Broad range of learning opportunities, such as professional qualifications, collective/individual training, and personalized support programmes
• Attractive Employee Referral Rewards Scheme
• Access to our growing employee networks including AccessAbility (representing those with physical and mental disabilities), Encompass (representing the LGBTQ+ community), RISE (representing people from ethnic backgrounds), WOMEN TOGETHER (representing women in Equans), Working Parents, and Young Professionals.
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Program and access to mental wellbeing app

Who are we looking for?

• Qualifications in Environmental Sciences, Sustainability, Energy, or a related field
• Certification in sustainability (IEMA, BREEAM, CIWM)
• Excellent communication skills, including the ability to effectively communicate with stakeholders at all levels
• Ability to promote and influence a positive culture
• Experience in an environmental or energy management role
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities

This role includes a DBS Basic check therefore ability to pass is essential.

Who are we?

Equans is a world leader in energy services with nearly 100,000 employees working in more than 50 countries, with an annual turnover of over 17 billion euros.  

In the UK & Ireland, Equans is a provider of technical, FM, regeneration and energy services – with specialist capabilities in smart buildings, green mobility, district & embedded energy and decentralised renewables.

Equans’ 13,500 UK & Ireland employees combine these activities to help businesses, public sector organisations and government to embrace the energy transition towards net zero, and also the digital & industrial transitions that are redesigning the way we move, work and live.

Equans is a Bouygues group company.

What’s next?

If this role is of interest to you, please click below to register, apply, and track your progress! A member of our Resourcing Team will review your application and be in touch.

As part our commitment to better reflect the markets within which we operate, we encourage applications from women, ethnically diverse individuals and people with disabilities, along with all candidates who identify with protected characteristic groups under the Equality Act 2010. 

At Equans we’re committed to delivering a culture where everyone’s voice is heard and supported. We know the value a diverse workforce creates, delivering better results for our people, customers, and stakeholders. Diversity and inclusion is at the core of what we do, should you join Equans you’ll find a welcoming and open workplace where you’re supported and encouraged to be your true self at work. 

You’ll also have access to our growing employee networks including AccessAbility (representing those with physical and mental disabilities), Encompass (representing the LGBTQ+ community), RISE (representing people from ethnic backgrounds), WOMEN TOGETHER (representing women in Equans), Working Parents, and Young Professionals.

For this role, you must have evidence of the right to work in the UK. Unfortunately, we are not able to offer a re-location package with this job role.  Certain roles may require applicants to undergo a Disclosure check, as noted in the role requirements.

The Equans Resourcing Team supports this job advert. Agency involvement is not required. All related enquiries must come to the resourcing team not direct to Equans Managers.