Site Energy Manager

KHR - Recruitment Specialists; West Midlands Combined Authority; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency in the UK is seeking a Site Energy Manager to drive energy strategy and decarbonisation efforts. This role includes overseeing energy operations, managing CO2 reduction projects, and ensuring compliance with energy standards. The ideal candidate will have an engineering degree and experience in energy management. This position offers an opportunity to make a significant impact on sustainability initiatives.

Qualifications

• Experience in energy management and carbon reduction projects.
• Knowledge of mechanical/electrical systems and compliance requirements of power generation.
• Desirable: BOAS, ISO 50001 Internal Auditor, APM PMQ, or CEng status.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the safe and efficient operation of power generation assets.
• Develop and execute the site’s CO2 reduction roadmap.
• Lead and develop the Energy Team, fostering a culture of continuous improvement.

Skills

Energy management

Leadership

Problem-solving

Communication

Education

Degree in Engineering (Chemical, Mechanical, Electrical, or Energy)

Job description

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– Join a global leader in sustainable solutions
– Spearhead the site’s energy strategy and CO2 reduction roadmap
– Engage in innovative decarbonisation projects and novel technologies
– Represent the plant in energy forums and secure funding for net-zero objectives

The Site Energy Manager will drive all energy strategy and decarbonisation efforts. This pivotal role offers the opportunity to make a significant impact.

The Site Energy Manager will be responsible for ensuring the safe, compliant, and efficient provision of power and steam to support the continuous operation of the plant and associated utilities. This role encompasses leading the site’s energy strategy, upholding health, safety, environmental, and legal compliance standards, and driving the Energy Reduction Plan aligned with ISO 50001.

Responsibilities
– Oversee the safe and efficient operation of power generation assets, including CHP and boilers
– Develop and execute the site’s CO2 reduction roadmap, securing buy-in from the leadership team
– Manage capital planning for asset replacement and secure funding for net-zero objectives
– Optimise energy consumption and on-site generation, driving the site’s Energy Reduction Plan
– Ensure compliance with national and site-wide energy schemes (UKETS, CCA, Capacity Market, EII exemptions)
– Manage R&M budgets, control operational costs, and ensure timely and accurate reporting to various agencies
– Lead and develop the Energy Team, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and knowledge sharing

Requirements
– Degree in Engineering (Chemical, Mechanical, Electrical, or Energy) or a related technical discipline
– Experience in energy management, carbon reduction projects, and power generation
– Knowledge of mechanical/electrical systems, gas and fluid systems, and biogas as a fuel
– Familiarity with end-to-end maintenance and compliance requirements of power generation
– Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills
– Ability to organise self and others, influence effectively, and deliver projects from concept to commissioning
– Desirable: BOAS (Management Level), ISO 50001 Internal Auditor, APM PMQ, or CEng status

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