Apprentice Energy Officer

Summary

Apprenticeships are an exciting way to develop your career. At Southampton City Council we’re keen to invest in people, apprentices are a valuable part of our workforce and the future of the council. We are looking for a confident and conscientious individual to undertake the role of Apprentice Energy Officer.

Wage

£24,027 a year

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At SCC we are committed to paying Foundation Living Wage as a minimum. Your salary as an apprentice will be £24,027 (pro rata) annually and may increase in line with any national rise in Foundation Living Wage.

Training course

Junior energy manager (level 3)

Hours

Monday to Friday

37 hours a week

Possible start date

Thursday 1 May

Duration

1 year 9 months

Positions available

1

Work

Most of your apprenticeship is spent working. You’ll learn on the job by getting hands-on experience.

What you’ll do at work

To attend meetings and/or training as set out by the training provider at the start of the apprenticeship.
Support with the setting of energy and environmental targets and monitoring effectiveness of energy efficiency measures to enable the council to meet its net zero carbon target by 2030.
Report all changes in energy efficiency and carbon use to the relevant officer within the service section and external partners / funding bodies.
Assisting with the Salix Finance and wider carbon reduction projects, to include project administration and working with the Energy Manager and wider delivery / project management team to ensure projects are delivered effectively.
Carrying out energy surveys in City Council property portfolio and assets.

Where you’ll work

Civic Centre
Southampton
Hampshire
SO14 7LY

Training

Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.

College or training organisation

ACORN TRAINING LTD

Your training course

Junior energy manager (level 3)

Equal to A level

Course contents

Complete template reports and ensure records are maintained for audit and reporting purposes
Relate the workings of plant, processes and equipment to energy consumption
Identify and explain variables that vary the energy consumption of a building and process (Building operation: summer/winter; day/night, etc.)
Identify and explain suitable and measurable energy performance indicators (energy use, consumption, efficiency)
Implement and/or maintain metering and measurement plans and undertake basic analysis of the outputs
Carry out basic checks on bills and other recorded data to verify accuracy and repeatability
Contribute to all aspects of the energy and water use audits: conduct energy and water assessments and/or audits, and identify products’, systems’ and processes’ solutions that reduce energy and water consumption
Contribute to the organisation’s procurement process/products/services
Assist with the gathering of energy performance data and administration and implementation of energy awareness and motivation programmes and their associated communication strategies for reduced energy use
Identify, organise and use resources effectively to complete tasks as instructed, with consideration for efficiency, cost, quality, safety, security and environmental impact
Carry out basic financial calculations relating to energy costs and savings
Work effectively and safely when undertaking tasks to approved standards and safe working practices as part of a team, working alone or with appropriate supervision
Use a variety of appropriate communication methods to interact with others to give/receive information accurately, in a timely, positive and professional manner
Demonstrate analytical and problem solving skills
Communicate effectively using evidence-based reporting, communication and presentation skills

Your training plan

Studying towards the Level 3 Junior Energy Manager Apprenticeship.
Internal induction programme when starting employment with us.
The training schedule has yet to be agreed upon, further details will be made available at a later date.

Requirements

Essential qualifications

GCSE or equivalent in:

English and Maths (grade 4 and above)

Let the company know about other relevant qualifications and industry experience you have. They can adjust the apprenticeship to reflect what you already know.

Skills

Communication skills
IT skills
Attention to detail
Organisation skills
Customer care skills
Problem solving skills
Presentation skills
Administrative skills
Analytical skills
Team working
Initiative

About this company

Being part of the Southampton City Council team requires people who are willing to take personal responsibility for delivering excellence, to work with others to achieve the best possible outcomes, to embrace change and new opportunities, to make the most of the resources available to us and to think and act in the best interests of our customers. Southampton City Council are responsible for providing a number of services to the residents of Southampton including waste, housing, benefits, libraries, community support, marriages etc. and our aim is to give our customers the best service possible.

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Disability Confident

A fair proportion of interviews for this apprenticeship will be offered to applicants with a disability or long-term health condition. This includes non-visible disabilities and conditions.

You can choose to be considered for an interview under the Disability Confident scheme. You’ll need to meet the essential requirements to be considered for an interview.

After this apprenticeship

Upon completion, you will be a qualified Junior Energy Manager.

Although we can’t guarantee you a permanent job at the end of your apprenticeship, we will support you to apply for suitable roles within the council and help make sure you are ready for a wider job search.

Ask a question

The contact for this apprenticeship is:

Southampton City Council

Jason Taylor

Jason.taylor@southampton.gov.uk

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC1000309159.

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Closes in 8 days (Wednesday 26 March)

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Company’s application instructions

You will be required to complete an online application form and if shortlisted attend a panel interview.

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