Energy Officer; Water Contracts

We are currently recruiting for an Energy Officer to join a public sector organisation on a temporary basis until approx March 2027.

• Manage electricity, gas and water contracts, including supplier relationships, procurement and contract performance.
• Review existing energy contracts and utility accounts, identifying discrepancies, billing issues and opportunities to achieve cost savings.
• Audit and consolidate utility accounts, ensuring accurate records and appropriate corporate contract arrangements.
• Monitor utility consumption, expenditure, invoicing and credit claims, ensuring accurate billing and reporting.
• Identify opportunities to improve energy efficiency and reduce utility expenditure across the property portfolio.
• Review and improve existing billing processes, account management systems and reporting procedures.
• Work with internal departments, external suppliers and stakeholders to ensure effective utility management.
• Support energy and water efficiency projects, including identifying potential external funding opportunities.
• Provide support and guidance to an Energy Support Officer.

• Experience in energy management across a large property portfolio.
• Experience managing utility contracts and external suppliers.
• Strong financial management, data analysis and reporting skills.
• Experience reviewing processes, identifying discrepancies and implementing improvements.
• Strong Excel, spreadsheet and database skills, with the ability to manage large volumes of data accurately.
• Excellent organisational, communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Previous staff management experience.
• An energy management qualification or equivalent is desirable; substantial relevant project management experience may also be considered.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Energy Officer or Utilities Manager to support a public sector organisation with utility contract management, account consolidation and cost‑saving initiatives.