This post is fixed-term until June 2026.
A new post has been created within the Housing & Partnerships Team to help improve the energy-efficiency of the borough’s housing stock and reduce high levels of fuel poverty.
The successful candidate will be expected to help administer grant-funded projects such as the Council’s ECO4 scheme. Main duties will involve eligibility checks to ensure that grant applications are complete and accurate, together with dealing with any complaints that may arise. You will also be expected to advise members of the public and contractors regarding any relevant information.
The post is ideally suited to someone who can use their initiative and is able to operate in a diligent and precise manner. You will be able to maintain complex spreadsheets, accessing data from various sources and be able to carry out audits when necessary.
Applicants should possess a basic understanding of domestic energy requirements, fuel poverty and the type of interventions that can be offered to households that need help. A good telephone manner is essential.
Requirements
* Educated to Degree level or equivalent in a relevant subject
* Or Equivalent demonstrable work experience of working with energy-related issues and fuel poverty within the public, private or voluntary sector, ideally within a housing context, along with evidence of continued learning and development.
* At least 1 year working within a housing or energy-related environment.
* Experience of database interrogation and maintenance, planning and organising events and diaries, and maintaining accurate records.
Hours
25 hours per week.
A flexible working arrangement will be available subject to manager approval and the demands of the job.
If you are interested in this challenging and rewarding opportunity, please contact Mark Taylor on 07930 302464, or via Teams at mark_taylor@sandwell.gov.uk
We reserve the right to close vacancies prior to their advertised date if we receive a large number of applications. Therefore, you are strongly advised to complete and return your application as soon as possible.
If you have a disability and require assistance in making an application, or have experienced a problem whilst applying for a position, please contact the Resourcing Team on 0121 569 3300 or via e-mail to:hr_resourcing@sandwell.gov.uk
For more information about working for Sandwell Council, our recruitment process and our offer to you please visithttps://www.sandwell.gov.uk/counciljobs
To apply please download the application and return to: Hrresourcing_applications@sandwell.gov.uk
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