Energy Manager

Pets at Home; Cheadle; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in pet care is looking for an experienced Energy Manager to spearhead its utilities strategy and sustainability initiatives. This full-time role in a values-driven environment focuses on achieving Net Zero goals, enhancing pet welfare, and involves a hybrid working model. The ideal candidate will have proven energy management experience and a relevant postgraduate qualification.

Benefits

Hybrid working

Flexible hours

Supportive team environment

Qualifications

• Proven experience managing utilities in a large, multi-site organisation.
• Strong knowledge of energy markets and carbon reporting.
• Track record of delivering energy-saving projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead management of energy, water, waste, and gas across pet care centres.
• Optimize utilities budgets and implement energy-saving initiatives.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to drive sustainability.

Skills

Data analysis

Energy management

Environmental legislation

Behavioral change influence

Education

Postgraduate qualification (Energy Institute, NEBOSH, IEMA)

Job description

Energy Manager

Location: Handforth (Hybrid / WFH + ad hoc travel)

Full-time | Permanent Grade D

Salary: £50k - £60k + benefits
Reports into:Head of Sustainability and Communities

Join us on our journey to Net Zero!

AtPets at Home, we’re on a mission to becomethe best pet care business in the world. Our purpose is simple yet powerful:to create a better world for pets and the people who love them. Our sustainability strategy,Our Better World Pledge, is how we bring that purpose to life focusing onPlanet, Pets, and People.

We’re looking for a passionate and data-drivenEnergy Managerto lead our utilities strategy and help us achieve our ambitiousNet Zero goals. If you're ready to make a real impact in a values-led, fast-paced and fun environment, this could be your next big move.

What you’ll be doing

• Lead the day-to-day management of energy, water, waste, and gas across our pet care centres, standalone vet practices, and distribution centres.
• Own and optimise utilities budgets and contracts.
• Develop and implement energy-saving initiatives that support pet welfare and reduce carbon emissions.
• Collaborate with stakeholders across the business to drive sustainability and innovation.
• Manage and mentor an Environment Advisor, helping to grow our internal expertise.
• Represent Pets at Home at industry forums and lead the charge on environmental awareness.

What you’ll bring

• Proven experience managing utilities in a large, multi-site organisation.
• Strong knowledge of energy markets, environmental legislation, its practical application and carbon reporting (Scope 1 & 2).
• A track record of delivering energy-saving projects and influencing behavioural change.
• Excellent data analysis and reporting skills.
• A relevant postgraduate qualification (e.g. Energy Institute, NEBOSH, IEMA).
• Bonus points for experience in PPA procurement or a technical engineering background, a track record of reducing consumption and delivering technological changes

Why join us?

• Be part of a purpose-led business that puts people and pets first.
• Work in a culture that values inclusivity, collaboration and innovation.
• Enjoy hybrid working, flexible hours and a supportive team environment.

Everyone’s Welcome

We take our inspiration from pets in embracing people from all walks of life, and we value, respect and celebrate differences. We encourage our people to be their best selves so that we can create a better world for Pets, our Planet, and People. Our ambition is to reflect the diversity of the communities we operate in, and we are intentional in addressing and removing barriers to create opportunities for the exceptional talent and potential in our communities. Even if your skills and experience don’t perfectly align, if you think you can make a unique contribution through your values and behaviours, we want to hear from you!

Ready to Apply?

ClickApply Nowand help us shape a better, greener future—for pets, people and the planet.

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