Energy Officer

Hybrid working - Bradford Office and Home

Full time, 37.5 hours per week

Anchor, one of the UK's largest providers of housing and care for older people, is seeking a dynamic Energy Officer to join our Energy & Sustainability Team. This role offers a unique blend of remote and office-based work, with the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on energy efficiency and sustainability initiatives.

Responsibilities include:

* Supporting the Energy & Sustainability Team in regulating and monitoring energy usage within the organisation. Providing effective energy management services to internal customers and residents.

* Manage data and information related to energy management, carbon reduction activities, and energy metering and billing for a portfolio of over 1,700 sites.

* Support the development, coordination and implementation of strategies and policies that reduce energy consumption in Anchor’s existing homes including fabric first retrofitting strategies alongside plans for the adoption of clean heat across the portfolio.

* Take ownership of queries and ensure timely resolution.

* Support the delivery of Anchor’s Environmental Strategy and its associated energy efficiency and sustainability initiatives.

* Remote monitoring of locations controlled by boiler management systems to ensure optimal energy usage.

* Manage current energy efficiency funding streams. Identify and pursue available energy efficiency funding opportunities to benefit Anchor.

About You

It would be great if you had a recognised energy, sustainability, or engineering-related qualification such as a degree or Energy Institute energy management qualification or equivalent.

Essential: Previous experience in an energy management or sustainability-related role.

Knowledge:

* Proficiency in energy management software and carbon reporting.

* Familiarity with boiler management systems.

* Strong data management and analysis skills.

* Knowledge of renewable energy technologies and funding criteria.

If you are passionate about energy efficiency and sustainability and possess the qualifications and experience outlined above, we encourage you to apply. Join us in making a difference in the lives of older people while contributing to a greener future.

Anchor – a great place to work

Anchor is England’s largest not-for-profit providers of care and housing for older people. Our heartfelt ambition is to transform housing and care so everyone can have a home where they love living in later life.

We’re not-for-profit which means every penny we make or save is invested in the people who live with us, the places they live and the people who work here. That means a better standard of care and customer service, better wages, more investment in training and development and improved facilities.

A rewarding environment

From health and happiness to finance and your career, we’ll give you all the support you need.

Health & happiness

* Gym, fitness and wellbeing discounts

* Mental health support

* Flexible working options

* Access to online GP appointments

Finance

* Pension plan – contribute between 4% and 8% and we’ll match it or better

* Quick and easy pension transfer service

* Savings and financial advice, loans, free life assurance

* Discounts on shopping, holidays, phones, technology and more

Career

* Ongoing personal and professional development programme

* Leadership Pathways online learning resources

* Career progression and promotion opportunities

Celebrating diversity, celebrating you

Anchor is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We aim to celebrate diversity and inclusion in all that we do, as we know that the more diverse our colleagues are, the better care and support we can give to our residents and each other.

We are proud to have an LGBT+ group for our residents, and also Disability, LGBT+ and race and ethnicity colleague networks. These work to celebrate diversity, address concerns, review policy and practice and empower their members. We also have an Inclusive Ambassador network to allow all colleagues to be part of promoting diversity and to be an ally to others.

We are a Gold Standard Inclusive Employer, a Stonewall Diversity Champion, Menopause Friendly and a signatory to the Care Leaver Covenant, HouseProud Pledge and Age Friendly Employer Pledge schemes