Main Purpose of the Job

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.

Key Relationships

Internal: Environmental Officer, Institute Directors, Finance Representatives, Lab Managers, JIC Chief Operating Officer, Head of Facilities, Health and Safety Team.

External: Energy consultancy firms, suppliers, regulatory bodies, and accreditation bodies (e.g., LEAF and ISO 14001 certification).

Main Activities & Responsibilities

Energy and Environmental Management
• Oversee the effective management of energy systems to ensure optimal plant and equipment performance.
• Develop and implement an institutional engagement plan to promote energy efficiency and sustainability across all levels.
• Lead initiatives to achieve and maintain LEAF accreditation for laboratory operations, driving sustainable practices within research facilities.
• Develop and monitor net zero plans with measurable targets, ensuring alignment with organisational goals.

Compliance and Auditing
• Ensure compliance with all relevant energy and environmental legislation, including statutory reporting requirements.
• Lead internal and external energy and environmental audits, identifying gaps and implementing corrective actions.
• Maintain ISO 14001 Environmental Management Systems, ensuring ongoing certification and compliance with best practices.
• Oversee compliance with the Streamlined Energy and Carbon Reporting (SECR) scheme, Energy Savings Opportunity Scheme (ESOS) and other mandatory reporting frameworks.

Line Management and Staff Development
• Manage and provide leadership to the Environmental Officer, ensuring alignment with organisational goals.
• Foster staff development by providing training, mentoring, and opportunities for professional growth.
• Build an institutional engagement plan to raise awareness of energy and environmental initiatives among staff and stakeholders.

Technical Governance and Building Optimisation
• Lead the development and implementation of a carbon reduction strategy and governance frameworks.
• Implement methodologies for energy profiling and building optimisation, including HVAC, lighting, and other systems.
• Ensure utility meters are maintained, accurate readings are taken, and energy consumption is routinely monitored.
• Review technical data to identify and address areas of under performance, recommending improvement plans.

Data Analytics and Reporting
• Utilise energy and environmental data to develop insights and actionable recommendations.
• Produce detailed performance reports for stakeholders, highlighting achievements and areas for improvement.
• Implement and manage energy and environmental management software systems to streamline reporting processes.

Investment and Project Management
• Identify investment opportunities based on asset performance data and energy efficiency goals.
• Develop business cases for energy-saving projects, including cost-benefit analysis and risk assessments.
• Oversee the implementation of approved projects, ensuring timely and within-budget delivery.

Stakeholder Engagement and Customer Liaison
• Act as the primary point of contact for internal and external stakeholders on energy and environmental matters.
• Maintain strong relationships with energy consultancy firms, suppliers, and regulatory bodies.
• Ensure staff and institutional stakeholders are informed of energy and environmental performance through regular updates and engagement initiatives.

Health, Safety, and Environmental Impact
• Support the Health and Safety team on energy and environmental matters, ensuring safe systems of work are in place.
• Monitor and address environmental impacts related to laboratory and operational activities.
• Promote a culture of health, safety, and environmental stewardship throughout the organisation.
• Work collectively with the health and safety team to ensure compliance to all environmental consents, license and permits particularly where there is overlap between biological, chemical risk/environmental safety.

Other Duties
• Provide out-of-hours support during emergencies or major incidents as required.
• Undertake other relevant duties as agreed with the line manager, commensurate with the role.

Education & Qualifications

Requirement

Importance

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in business, engineering, environmental energy, or a technical discipline

Essential

Membership of the Institute of Environmental Management and Assessment (IEMA) or working towards it

Essential

Recognised UK energy management qualifications, such as those from the Energy Institute (EI) or equivalent professional body

Essential

Professional membership with an energy management organisation, e.g., the Energy Managers Association (EMA) or the Chartered Institution of Building Services Engineers (CIBSE)

Desirable

NEBOSH/IOSH Health and Safety Certificate

Desirable

Specialist Knowledge & Skills

Requirement

Importance

Comprehensive understanding of energy management principles, market trends, and cost structures

Essential

Detailed knowledge of environmental compliance, auditing, and ISO 14001 standards

Essential

Expertise in LEAF accreditation and sustainable laboratory operations

Essential

Ability to interpret energy and environmental data to develop actionable insights and recommendations

Essential

Proficiency in energy profiling and building optimisation methodologies

Essential

Experience in managing energy and environmental management software systems

Desirable

Relevant Experience

Requirement

Importance

Proven experience in energy and environmental management within a complex organisation

Essential

History of developing and implementing carbon reduction strategies and governance frameworks

Essential

Experience with management and implementation of ISO standards such as ISO14001, ISO50001, ISO9001

Essential

Experience in conducting audits and ensuring compliance with environmental legislation

Essential

Successful track record in staff management and professional development

Essential

Familiarity with energy and environmental project management, including financial modelling and ROI analysis

Essential

Background in facilities management, including laboratory operations

Desirable

Interpersonal & Communication Skills

Requirement

Importance

Effective negotiation and stakeholder management skills

Essential

Strong written and verbal communication, with the ability to produce clear reports

Essential

Demonstrated ability to foster collaborative relationships and work effectively within diverse teams

Essential

Additional Requirements

Requirement

Importance

Attention to detail

Essential

Promotes equality and values diversity

Essential

Commitment to personal and professional development

Essential

Willingness to embrace the expected values and behaviours of all staff at the Partnership, ensuring it is a great place to work

Essential

Able to present a positive image of self and the Partnership

Essential

Ability to maintain confidentiality and security of information where appropriate

Essential

Willingness to work outside standard working hours when required

Essential

NBI Partnership

The NBI Partnership provides non-scientific services to the John Innes Centre (JIC), Quadram Institute Bioscience (QIB), Earlham Institute (EI) and The Sainsbury Laboratory (TSL). All of these organisations carry out scientific research funded by the UK Government, European Union, Charitable and Industrial Sponsors. The Partnership employs around 140 staff to cater for the needs of approximately 1100 Research Staff, Students and Visiting Scientists who are all located in close proximity on the Norwich Research Park.

The John Innes Centre, Quadram Institute Bioscience, the Earlham Institute and The Sainsbury Laboratory are registered charities (No’s 223852, 1058499, 1136213 and 106550) and are Equal Opportunity Employers.

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Energy and Environmental Manager

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.

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