The Norwich Bioscience Institutes Partnership (NBIP) has an exciting opportunity for a Energy and Environmental Manager to join their busy Facilities department. Background: The Norwich Bioscience Institutes are a cluster of internationally renowned research organisations, working to tackle major challenges of the 21st Century – the sustainability of our environment, our food supplies and healthy ageing. The NBI Partnership provides high quality, non-scientific support services for the diverse community of staff, students and visiting workers at the Institutes (the Earlham Institute, John Innes Centre, The Sainsbury Laboratory and Quadram Institute Bioscience) and for the NBI Partnership. Based on the Norwich Research Park amongst 230 hectares of parkland, you will be joining a committed, professional and welcoming team. In addition, you will enjoy a competitive salary and annual leave, our defined contribution pension scheme, excellent recreational facilities and a range of other employee benefits. The Facilities Department provides unique Facilities Management Services to the John Innes Centre, The Sainsbury Laboratory and the Earlham Institute. Our prime objective is to deliver safe, high quality scientific environments, which support scientists involved with world class research. The role: The Energy and Environmental Manager will provide leadership in developing and implementing a comprehensive carbon reduction strategy, supporting the organisation’s commitment to achieving net zero emissions. This includes overseeing energy and environmental compliance, driving operational performance optimisation, and promoting engagement across the organisation. The role involves managing an Environmental Officer, fostering staff development, and leading institutional engagement initiatives, including the LEAF (Laboratory Efficiency Assessment Framework) accreditation scheme. Additionally, the manager will implement energy and environmental software systems, support the Health and Safety team, and ensure alignment with ISO 14001 standards. The ideal candidate: The successful candidate will have a bachelor’s degree or equivalent in business, engineering, environmental energy, or a technical discipline. Candidates should either hold an IEMA membership, or be currently working towards completion, and hold a recognised UK energy management qualification, such as those from the Energy Institute (EI) or equivalent professional body. Candidates should have a comprehensive understanding of energy management principles, as well as detailed knowledge of environmental compliance, auditing, and ISO 14001 standards. The ability to interpret energy and environmental data to develop actionable insights and recommendations is essential to the role, as well as previous expertise in LEAF accreditation and sustainable laboratory operations. The ideal candidate will also have experience in developing and implementing carbon reduction strategies and governance frameworks and conducting audits and ensuring compliance with environmental legislation. Additional information: Salary on appointment will be within the range £44,500 to £55,000 per annum depending on qualifications and experience. This is a full-time post offered on an indefinite basis. For further information and details of how to apply, please visit our website or contact the Human Resources team on 01603 450814 or nbi.recruitmentnbi.ac.uk quoting reference 1004835. This role meets the criteria for a visa application, and we encourage all qualified candidates to apply. Please contact the Human Resources Team if you have any questions regarding your application or visa options. The NBI Partnership is an equal opportunities and disability confident employer. We are committed to attracting, recruiting and retaining the best talent, and welcome all applications. The closing date for applications will be 18 February 2025.