With a diverse estate comprising over 50 buildings of varying age and complexity, this role offers a unique opportunity to lead meaningful change. You will take ownership of the University’s Energy and Water Management Strategy, delivering impactful projects that reduce energy consumption and carbon emissions across the campus.

As the strategic lead for our ISO 50001-certified Energy Management System, you will ensure compliance, continuous improvement, and innovation in energy performance. You will embed sustainable practices into policies, procedures, and technical specifications, helping to shape a culture of environmental responsibility across the organisation.

Collaboration is key to this role. You will work closely with colleagues from Estates, Facilities, Academic Schools, and external partners to promote awareness of energy use and carbon reduction, particularly in relation to Scope 1 and 2 emissions. Your expertise will be instrumental in identifying opportunities for efficiency, influencing decision-making, and delivering measurable results.

You will be joining a supportive and dynamic team with a shared commitment to sustainability and positive change. If you are passionate about energy management and want to make a tangible impact within a values-led university, we would love to hear from you.

What's in it for you?

• Annual incremental increase up to £42,882, with the opportunity to progress to £46,735 subject to performance and the university reward scheme
• Up to 36 days of leave per year (inclusive of bank holidays and University closure days) rising to 41 total days after 5 years’ continuous service
• Access to a range of benefits including our Staff Retail Benefits Scheme
• Wellbeing advice and support through our Employee Assistance Programme
• In-house training and development support
• A friendly, inclusive and supportive culture and work environment

Informal queries regarding this role are welcome and should be directed to Mark Evans, Director of Capital Developments and Campus Infrastructure - m.evans@worc.ac.uk 

This role is being managed directly by our recruitment team. We are not engaging external agencies at this time. We kindly request that recruitment agencies do not contact us regarding this position.

Please note that this post may be eligible for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker visa route if your individual circumstances enable this in accordance with the Skilled Worker visa rules. For more information on how the Skilled Worker visa rules may apply to you please visit: https://www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa 

Please note that if not already an employee of the University of Worcester, the appointed candidate will be employed through our subsidiary company Uniworc Limited, a wholly owned subsidiary of University of Worcester. Appointees of Uniworc Limited will automatically be enrolled into the Aviva FlexHE defined contribution pension scheme (subject to earnings and other eligibility criteria). 

Closing Date: 19 Apr 2026

Sub Department: Professional Services

Salary: £38,249 to £42,882