Band 8c Head of Sustainability

Job overview

Develop a sustainability and net zero carbon management strategy for BHRUT and implement it to an agreed timescale. Develop and oversee the delivery of the BHRUT Green Plans.

Manage the interface with Supplies and Commercial Services for the procurement of energy and utilities and carbon credits; and with ProjectCo for energy related PFI services for the Trust.

Take overall responsibility for the procurement of energy and carbon credits both inside and outside the PFI and working closely with procurement and estates colleagues.

Main duties of the job

To provide both Trust’s leadership on sustainability and carbon management issues. Ensure delivery against net zero carbon reduction and cost saving objectives to achieve the financial and legal obligations on each Trust.

To Provide and receive highly complex, sensitive information and present highly complex, sensitive or contentious information to groups. Lead in communicating what is required for the Trust to achieve its sustainability and carbon reduction performance targets and strategic objectives inside and outside the Trust.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

For further information on this role, please see the attached detailed Job Description and Person Specification.

The person specification listed below is not the full specification requirements for the role.  Please ensure you review the full specification on the job description prior to submitting your application.

Applicants are advised to read all the information on the advert and the supporting information before completing and submitting an application. As you complete your application please ensure you clearly demonstrate how you meet the criteria in the person specification for this post by adequately completing the supporting information section of the application form.

Applications should be made online, however, queries regarding the application process or assistance with completion of the form (for applicants with a disability) can be made to Rachna Srivastava, Recruitment Advisor, on 01708 435000 ext. 5904. Further details regarding the post may be obtained by contacting the manager as per the contact details below