Great opportunity with this Central London Borough working within the Climate change and Sustainability team
Reporting to the Head of Climate Change & Sustainability This is part of the Climate Change and Sustainability Team, within the Environment, Neighbourhoods and Growth department. The role will contribute towards the council's ambitious target of achieving net zero by 2030 and delivery of the council's Climate Action Plan.
The role will be required to undertake contract management of the council's numerous energy contracts, ensuring a transition to a low carbon future while obtaining value for money for the council and its residents.
The role will have regular contact with leading councillors and senior officers and will give advice to cabinet members and directors on energy and sustainability.
The role will represent the council with external contractors, partners and other organisations input has an impact on use council resources and the ability to deliver challenging positive outcomes for the climate emergency, and a sustainable future and residents of Southwark.
The post manages two positions the Climate Change & Energy Project Manager and the Sustainability & Energy Officer.
Outline:
To lead, manage and develop all aspects of the procurement of energy, including tendering, letting and management of contracts, and act as the council's strategic energy market expert for gas and electricity purchasing, delivering best value for co...