Job Description
Interested in taking practical action to help address some of the major sustainability challenges we face today?
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an environmental and energy assistant to help the University of Surrey improve its sustainability across a range of topics, from carbon and climate change to biodiversity and circular economy activity.
This role offers a great starting point for a career in sustainability, working with a team of experienced professionals.
The role
Working alongside the Energy Manager, you’ll be tasked with managing the energy database and analysing data to ensure utility invoices are correct and to identify areas where energy can be saved.
You will also be key in helping to deliver energy and sustainability projects and programs, such as the Laboratory Efficiency Assessment Framework (LEAF) across the University, the water conservation program, and behaviour change campaigns for energy.
Other responsibilities include:
* Supporting the Sustainability & Energy team on all financial matters – including checking invoices, raising Purchase Orders, recharging departments & tenants, monitoring spend against forecast, and monthly reporting to Finance.
* Gathering, reviewing, and analysing sustainability and energy data to provide facts, KPIs, and reports. Supporting the Energy Manager and Head of Sustainability with annual and ad-hoc reports.
* Supporting the team on energy & water compliance, supply, and procurement, under guidance from the Head of Sustainability, Energy Manager, and the wider Procurement team, including:
* Monitoring the measuring and targeting package to identify where energy meters have failed and working with the Energy Manager and wider EFCS team/contractors to resolve these issues.
* Learning to use the Building Management System in conjunction with the measuring and targeting (sub-metering platform) to identify and address energy waste, with support from the Energy Manager.
* Supporting the energy reduction team in reducing carbon emissions.
What’s in it for you?
There is a real opportunity to make a difference, not only in improving facilities for a world-leading academic institution but also in addressing climate change and broader sustainability issues.
Our buildings reflect the wide range of science, engineering, health, and arts provision, contributing to both regional and national communities and economies.
Alongside our beautiful campus setting, collegiate atmosphere, and plentiful development opportunities, we also offer:
* 35 days holiday (20 days annual leave, 7 University Closure Days around Christmas and Easter, and 8 Bank Holidays)
* An additional day of leave per year of service after 5 years
* Highly competitive pension scheme
* Flexible and hybrid working arrangements
* On-site discounted nursery/childcare
* Electric vehicle leasing scheme
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