Energy Manager

Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust; Oxford; Hybrid; GBP 58,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is seeking an experienced Energy Manager to lead energy management, cost control and carbon reduction across its multi-site estate including John Radcliffe and Churchill hospitals. You will manage utility budgets, deliver energy surveys, and drive EPC/CHP initiatives.

Reporting to the Head of Estates Sustainability, you will coordinate DECs, EPCs and UK ETS compliance, oversee the CHP contract, and line-manage the Energy Officer.

Qualifications

• Degree in Engineering, Science or Energy or related discipline or equivalent experience.
• Post-graduate level knowledge through Masters or equivalent.
• Good knowledge of energy efficient working practices and multi-disciplinary teamwork.
• Strong understanding of energy compliance issues incl. UK ETS, EPBR.
• Experience with energy management systems and ISO 50001:2018 is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Day to day energy management across all utilities.
• Oversee accurate and timely rebilling of tenants.
• Develop energy policies and energy reduction action plans.
• Energy and water efficiency audits.
• Lead on energy infrastructure projects and renewables initiatives.
• Utility reporting and budget forecasting.
• Metering strategy for data granularity and quality.
• Engage staff on energy reduction initiatives.

Skills

Energy management

Budget forecasting

Regulatory compliance

Data analysis

Team leadership

Education

Engineering/Energy degree

Post-graduate qualification (Masters)

Tools

Metering software platforms

Building management controls

Job description

Site co/ Industrial Block, John Radcliffe Hospital Town Headington, Oxford Salary £57,528 - £64,750 per annum pro rata Salary period Yearly Closing 13/09/2026 23:59

Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is one of the largest NHS teaching trusts in the country. It provides a wide range of general and specialist clinical services and is a base for medical education, training and research.

The Trust comprises of four hospitals - the John Radcliffe Hospital, Churchill Hospital and Nuffield Orthopaedic Centre in Headington and the Horton General Hospital in Banbury.

Our values, standards and behaviours define the quality of clinical care we offer and the professional relationships we make with our patients, colleagues and the wider community. We call thisDelivering Compassionate Excellenceand its focus is on our values of compassion, respect, learning, delivery, improvement and excellence.

Many of our recruitment programmes useValue Based Interviewingto identify those who have the skills we seek, who share our values and who are able to deliver compassionate excellence from the outset. We know that this makes a significant difference to your job satisfaction and above all the outcomes and experience of our patients and their families. For more information about our Values and Value Based Interviewing please visitwww.ouh.nhs.uk/about/vision-and-values

Job overview

Energy is a substantial portion of our carbon footprint and our budget.

We are looking for an experienced and committed individual to join a dedicated and enthusiastic team.

As the Energy Manager you will be professionally, technically and managerially responsible for Energy Management.

The Energy Manager will also be responsible for regulatory schemes such as UKETS, grant applications and coordinating EPBR compliance such as DECs and EPCs.

The Trust’s Utility budgets total circa £20m in FY 2025/6. The post holder will be responsible for the day-to-day energy management of these utilities with a focus on utility cost, consumption, carbon reduction and recharging the Trust’s tenants supported by the Energy and Carbon Data Officer.

The Trust’s Energy Manager will have lead responsibility in providing specialist expertise on all aspects of, energy and water management, be responsible for undertaking energy surveys, inspections, development and delivery of action plans, plant surveys, preparation of design and specifications.

The Trust currently has a Combined Heat and Power plant that is managed as an Energy Performance Contract with guaranteed savings and KPI penalties. This role would oversee that contract, to ensure contractual obligations are delivered.

The Energy Manager will have line management responsibilities for the Energy Officer.

Main duties of the job

• Day to Day energy management
• Oversee accurate and timely rebilling of tenants
• Develop energy policies and energy reduction action plans
• Energy and water efficiency audits
• Lead on energy infrastructure projects
• Utility reporting and budget forecasting
• Metering strategy for data granularity
• Engagement with staff on people focused energy reduction initiatives

Line management responsibilities for the Energy Officer

Successful applicants will be required to undertake a Value Based Interview prior to the main interview, more information can be found on the below link:

Working for our organisation

Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is one of the largest NHS teaching trusts in the country. It provides a wide range of general and specialist clinical services and is a base for medical education, training and research. The Trust comprises four hospitals - the John Radcliffe Hospital, Churchill Hospital and Nuffield Orthopaedic Centre in Headington and the Horton General Hospital in Banbury.

Our values, standards and behaviours define the quality of clinical care we offer and the professional relationships we make with our patients, colleagues and the wider community.

We call this Delivering Compassionate Excellence and its focus is on our values of compassion, respect, learning, delivery, improvement and excellence.

These values put patients at the heart of what we do and underpin the quality healthcare we would like for ourselves or a member of our family. Watch how we set out to deliver compassionate excellence via the OUH YouTube channel .

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Please see detailed Job Description and Person Specification attached which outlines the main responsibility and experience of the candidate we are looking for.

Person specification

Essential and Desirable as demonstrated on application form

• Degree in Engineering, Science or Energy or related discipline or equivalent experience e.g. Management NVQ 4/5
• Must have additional post-graduate level knowledge either through a relevant Masters’ qualification or equivalent experience.
• Good knowledge of energy efficient working practices Demonstrable track record of working effectively within and through multi-disciplinary teams. Substantial full-time specialist experience gained from working in a complex multi-site environment.
• A high level of understanding of building services and centralised plant including CHP, boilers, HVAC, steam system etc.
• A high level of understanding of energy compliance issues, current legislation and mandatory requirements and experience of managing energy legislative programs including UK ETS, EPBR
• Development and implementation of energy management systems, strategies/policies within a complex organisation.
• Experience of utility contracts, tariff negotiation and budget setting / management.
• Experience of fiscal metering, sub-metering strategies for data quality and granularity, Metering software platforms.
• Experience of supporting M&E disciplines within project teams for capital projects and refit/refurbs.
• Good understanding of the Greenhouse Gas Protocol Guidance and Standards
• Able to demonstrate the analytical skills and judgement required to identify/diagnose a range of defects and failures in relation to specific systems/equipment and what actions to take.
• Communicates highly complex or highly sensitive (commercial in confidence) information including use of negotiating skills and persuasive/motivational skills (in order to deliver appropriate performance levels from staff/contractors).
• Line management experience including, appraisals, recruitment and inductions and supportive performance management
• Member of relevant healthcare or engineering institutes, i.e. IHEEM, HEFMA, CIBSE, IET, CIOB etc. Chartered Engineer Recognised EMA Energy Manager IVMVP Certified Chartered Energy Manager (Energy Institute) Member of the Energy Institute Efficiency improvement training, i.e. Lean / Six Sigma BREEAM Assessor
• IVMVP Certified
• Chartered Energy Manager (Energy Institute)/Recognised EMA Energy Manager
• Experience in working in a similar role, e.g. in the - NHS.
• Previous experience of working with or implementing an energy management system certified to ISO 50001:2018 (and recertification)
• Good working knowledge of building management controls/systems and their role within the discipline of energy management.
• Understanding of Systemslink data monitoring and management software
• Understanding of meter agents/dataflows and Balancing and Settlement code and Uniform Network Code

Sexual Safety Charter : In 2023NHS England launched its first sexual safety charter, and our Trust proudly signed it. We pledge zero tolerance for inappropriate sexual behaviour and commit totheten core principles

Oxford University Hospitals promotes a safe, respectful hiring environment.

If you want to make a difference with us, come and join our team. Together, we will uphold the highest standards of care and professionalism.

Vacancy Closures: Please note, this vacancy may close early if a high volume of applications are received.

Visa and Immigration: Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is able to offer Certificates of Sponsorship for all eligible roles for a Skilled Worker Visa without exception, provided the role meets the minimum salary and skill level criteria set by the Home Office (UKVI). All eligible candidates will be considered with equal consideration at all stages of the application and recruitment process.Skilled worker: Health and Care Visa | NHS Employers /Work in the UK - GOV.UK

COVID-19: The COVID-19 vaccination remains the best way to protect yourself, your family, your colleagues and of course our patients from the virus when working in our healthcare settings. Whilst COVID-19 vaccination is not a condition of employment, we do encourage our staff to get vaccinated. If you are unvaccinated there is helpful advice and information at Oxfordshire County Council Website where you can also find out more about how to access vaccination.

Probation Period: This post is subject to a 6 month probationary period. If you currently hold a contract of employment with the Oxford University Hospitals, this will not apply. This statement does not apply to Medical staff or Executive Appointments.

Referencing: When providing employment reference details please provide correct work related email addresses so references can be sought promptly when we are looking to progress your application. Your first referee will need to be your line manager, supervisor or clinical lead from your current or most recent post or place of study. Please note that if you have previously worked for the Trust we will require a reference from your last Manager, this information is essential if your offer of employment is to be confirmed.

To note: Applicants must write their own applications. If AI tools are used, the application may be rejected as this document is crucial for assessment. This does not prevent you from seeking support via AI with applications for the purposes of any disability and/or long-term health conditions.

When using AI to help write your application, it is important to personalise it, especially your supporting statement. While AI can simplify the process, it will not fully understand the job's requirements and/or be able to showcase your skills, knowledge, and experience. Write your statement to show why you are interested in the role and how you would be a valued member of the team/OUH employee.

No unsolicited recruitment agency telephone calls or emails.

Application numbers

Please note that this job advertisement will close automatically once the application limit is reached, regardless of whether this occurs before the advertised closing date.

Name Simon Beaumont-Orr Job title Head of Estates Sustainability Email address [e-mail] Additional information

For an informal chat about the role, i n the first instance please use email . [e-mail] Please note that this role requires the post holder to be at OUH sites and is not suitable for remote working.

Band 5 NurseandBand 2 Healthcare Support Workerrecruitment iscentralised, meaning when you apply you will be considered fora number of rolesacross the Trust. If you have any questions please email:[e-mail] .

Vacancies with our PFI partners

Domestic / catering / porteringservices at theJohn Radcliffe Hospitalare provided byMitie.

Domestic / catering / portering / maintenance engineerservices at theChurchill HospitalandNuffield Orthopaedic Centreare provided byG4S.

Maintenance engineer services at the John Radcliffe Hospital are provided by Equans.

All meetings and interviews will be scheduled on Microsoft Teams from a verified OUH email account.

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