District Heating Procurement Officer

Nottingham City Council; Nottingham; Hybrid; GBP 36,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A local authority organization in Nottingham is looking for a District Heating Procurement Officer to manage procurement activities for its district heating services. The role involves sourcing and evaluating contracts for goods and services essential to the infrastructure while ensuring sustainability and compliance. Ideal candidates will have a relevant degree and skills in procurement management, as well as strong analytical and communication abilities. This position offers a hybrid work model and a competitive starting salary.

Benefits

Generous pension scheme

Competitive pay

Great leave entitlement

Innovative work culture

Qualifications

• Strong analytical skills for market analysis and KPI tracking.
• Ability to plan and manage procurement timelines and budgets.
• Experience with procurement best practices and contract management.

Responsibilities

• Lead procurement activities for the district heating infrastructure.
• Manage supplier performance and contractual obligations.
• Provide expert guidance on procurement best practices.

Skills

Analytical skills

Clear communication

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Ability to manage procurement timelines

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Procurement, or related field

Job description

Contract Type: Permanent

Working Hours: 37 hours per week - Monday to Friday

Worker Type: Hybrid

Salary: Starting Salary is £36,363 (Level one) rising to £39,152 (Level four) per annum (pro rata for part-time)

Location: London Road Heat Station, 12 London Road, Nottingham, NG2 3AB

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Working for Nottingham City Council has great benefits. As well as competitive pay, great leave entitlement and access to a generous pension scheme, we strive to create an innovative, inclusive and progressive work culture where everyone is supported to do and be their very best.

In return, we are looking for people like you - people who are innovative, driven and committed to serving and improving Nottingham. So, if you are passionate about making a difference to the lives of those who live and work in our city, we want to hear from you.

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About the Role

Nottingham City Council is seeking a District Heating Procurement Officer to support its Enviroenergy service, which delivers heat and power to over 5,000 homes and 100+ commercial premises via an extensive district heating network. In this pivotal role, you will lead procurement activities, sourcing, evaluating, and awarding contracts for goods, services, and works that underpin the operation and growth of the district heating infrastructure.

You will ensure all procurement is sustainable, compliant, and cost-effective, while also managing supplier performance and contractual obligations. Working closely with internal teams, suppliers, and contractors, you'll develop strategies that support the Council’s environmental and commercial objectives, contribute to the local economy, and maintain high standards of service delivery.

The role also involves providing expert guidance on procurement best practices and contract management, helping to mitigate risks and drive continuous improvement.

About You

The ideal candidate will have

• Bachelor’s degree or similar in Business Administration, Procurement, Supply Chain Management, or a related field
• Ability to plan and manage procurement timelines, milestones and budgets to deliver on schedule.
• Strong analytical skills for market analysis, benchmarking and KPI tracking; attention to detail in documentation and reporting.
• Clear, engaging communication and the ability to work collaboratively with internal stakeholders, suppliers and contractors.
• Problem solving and innovation: confidence to propose improvements and adopt digital tools that enhance efficiency and transparency.
• Demonstrated personal accountability, drive and motivation to deliver against challenging objectives, along with a strong commitment to EDI.
• Risk identification and mitigation across procurement and contract management activities.

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At Nottingham City Council we believe that work is what you do, not where you do it. We offer different working arrangements, depending on the role, including hybrid working. Further information on Worker Types and what these mean in terms of how and where you work can be found on the additional information for applicants page.

For informal enquiries please contact David Nicoll, Customer Service & Transformation Manager, by telephone on 07548 159143 or to contact me by email please click here.

Closing Date: 09/01/2026

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