Electric Vehicle Charging Infrastructure Officer

North Tyneside Council; New York; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government authority in the UK is seeking an experienced individual to assist in implementing electric vehicle charging infrastructure. You will be responsible for assessing installation locations, managing inquiries, and collaborating with various departments to ensure successful project delivery. Candidates should possess an NVQ level 4 qualification or equivalent in a technical field and have a sound understanding of renewable energy and electric vehicles. This role provides an exciting opportunity to contribute to a sustainable future.

Qualifications

• Understanding of renewable energy issues and electric vehicles.
• Experience in project development and delivery.

Responsibilities

• Assess potential installation locations for charging points.
• Manage land ownership inquiries.
• Liaise with internal departments and contractors.

Skills

Feasibility assessment

Project development

Risk assessment

Education

NVQ level 4 or equivalent in a technical discipline

Job description

Overview

As part of North Tyneside Council's commitment to support the take up of zero emission vehicles, we have an exciting opportunity for a suitably experienced and enthusiastic person to assist in the implementation of electric vehicle charge points infrastructure across the borough. The key objective for this role is to identify and develop new charging point locations across North Tyneside through the following:

Responsibilities

• feasibility and assessment of installation locations
• managing land ownership enquiries
• liaison with internal departments
• undertaking risk assessments
• liaison with contractors in the installation process
• issuing of works orders for infrastructure installations
• submission of highway permit applications
• managing and supervising installations on site
• commissioning of all works

Qualifications

The successful candidate will be qualified to NVQ level 4 or equivalent in a technical discipline, have an understanding of renewable energy issues, electric vehicles and their charging infrastructure, and have experience in project development and delivery.

People First Strategy

Our People First strategy is our promise to make North Tyneside Council an exceptional place to work, where everyone can thrive and flourish. A place where people want to work, where joining our team is an exciting prospect, staying with us feels like a great decision, and building your career at North Tyneside Council is a natural progression. As part of our People First strategy, we are committed to creating a workplace that reflects the diverse communities we serve. We believe that diversity, equity, and inclusion are fundamental to our success and the well-being of our employees and residents. Our goal is to foster an environment where everyone feels welcome, safe and valued. Together, we’re crafting a workplace that’s built on our values and a shared commitment to making a difference. If you are passionate and committed about making a difference and want to work somewhere where you can make positive change, we will provide the right environment for you to excel.

Safeguarding

Alongside our People First strategy, we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and adults at risk of harm. All staff and volunteers are expected to share this commitment and to familiarise themselves with all relevant policies, procedures and guidance. Within North Tyneside, safeguarding is everybody’s business.

Require a reasonable adjustment? If you feel a reasonable adjustment will provide additional support in both the recruitment process and within the workplace, please indicate this to the hiring manager on your application. Declaring a reasonable adjustment will not subject you to any form of discrimination when determining which applicants are successful for interview and employment with us.

Carbon Net-Zero 2030 Action Plan

In 2019, North Tyneside Council declared a climate emergency. This declaration set a target to reduce the carbon footprint of the council's operations, and the borough, by 50% by 2023 and to align to the Government’s net zero target of 2050. We recognise the significant role we can play in the borough in helping to limit climate change, but we can’t do this alone; we need help from all our residents, businesses, voluntary and community sectors and of course all those who apply and work for us. Together we can make North Tyneside a sustainable place to live and work for everyone in the borough.