Westmorland and Furness Council
Energy Lead
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Location: Multiple locations
Contract Type: Permanent
About this opportunity
The Capital Programme team is responsible for the delivery of the Council’s capital programme and supports the delivery of significant elements of the Council Plan. The team delivers capital investment on behalf of a broad range of internal and external customers through a diverse range of projects and programmes including differing asset types and significant variations in scale. This is a key post within the Capital Programme Team.
The successful candidate will audit buildings and energy use and lead projects to reduce energy consumption and operational costs and in addition seek to increase energy generation and income across the corporate estate. The role will support delivery of the councils Carbon Management Strategy.
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Who we are looking for…
This role will require the candidate to have an advanced knowledge of energy systems, carbon reporting, monitoring and targeting software and a good understanding of how a commercial estate can reduce energy use and increase energy generation.
Candidates could come from a variety of backgrounds but should be forward thinking and able to build relationships quickly to influence change. Candidates who can evidence where they have helped deliver or are delivering projects resulting in energy reduction or generation would be well suited to the role, however candidates working in roles with transferable skills are welcome to apply.
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Working at Westmorland and Furness Council you will receive a variety of benefits, including a competitive pension scheme, enhanced annual leave allowance and other various perks and discounts schemes. For more information about life at Westmorland and Furness Council and what we can offer you, please visit our Careers site. Our benefits | Careers
Would you like to find out more?
If you have any queries about this role or would like an informal chat about this opportunity, then please contact Alison Coward - Programme Manager on 07917009877 or Alison.Coward@westmorlandandfurness.gov.uk.
Application and Interview information
Closing date: 09/08/2026
Interview date: TBC
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