Senior Energy Management Consultant

LIDL; City of Westminster; Hybrid; GBP 57,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading supermarket chain in the UK is looking for a Senior Energy Management Consultant to lead its energy strategy. The role involves optimizing energy consumption and managing the ISO 50001 Energy Management System, driving the organization towards Net Zero targets. The ideal candidate will have substantial experience in energy efficiency management and knowledge in HVAC and refrigeration systems. This position offers a hybrid working model, competitive salary, and various employee benefits, including extended family leave.

Benefits

10% in-store discount

Pension scheme

35 days' holiday

On-site gym and restaurant

Qualifications

• Significant experience managing energy efficiency in a multi-site retail environment.
• Proven track record of implementing ISO 50001 standards.
• Strong knowledge of HVAC, refrigeration and lighting control systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead the demand side of the energy strategy to reduce consumption.
• Partner with Utilities Manager to optimise energy procurement.
• Define, monitor and report on Energy Key Performance Indicators.

Skills

Energy efficiency management

ISO 50001 standards

HVAC systems knowledge

Refrigeration control systems

Advanced data analysis

Job description

What you’ll do

As the Senior Energy Management Consultant you will lead the demand side of the energy strategy, focusing on reducing consumption, managing the ISO 50001 Energy Management System (EnMS) and driving the organisation toward its Net Zero targets. You will partner with the Utilities Manager to optimise energy procurement and consumption across Lidl’s estate, including stores, regional distribution centres and offices. You will work closely with senior leadership to provide energy‑management subject‑matter expertise, lead the energy optimisation cycle, and realise efficiency projects from concept to implementation.

• Represent the ISO 50001 certificate, ensuring continual certification of the management system.
• Define, monitor and report on Energy Key Performance Indicators (EnPIs) and operational energy targets.
• Maintain the portfolio of on‑site solar PV installations and the growing electric‑vehicle charge‑point network.
• Use IT systems and BMS, metering, SEUs, and emerging technologies to deliver data‑driven insights and recommendations.
• Travel within GB and internationally as required, including occasional overnight stays.

Qualifications

• Significant experience managing energy efficiency in a multi‑site retail or commercial environment (supermarket experience highly advantageous).
• Proven track record of implementing or maintaining ISO 50001 standards.
• Strong knowledge of HVAC, refrigeration and lighting control systems and energy‑saving strategies.
• Advanced data‑analysis skills with proficiency in large‑dataset interrogation tools.
• Ability to influence operational change across a broad range of departments, from regional teams to board level.
• Knowledge of UK energy legislation, including ESOS, SECR and building regulations.

Benefits

• Up to £79,200 per annum | 35 days’ holiday (pro‑rated) | 10% in‑store discount | Pension scheme
• Hybrid working model – spend at least three days in a modern office with on‑site gym and restaurant, and up to two days working from home.
• Extended family leave and Sabbatical options.
• Commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion – we value individuals from all backgrounds and celebrate individuality.

Target salary: £57,200 – £79,200 (depending on experience).