‘Knowsley Council is an award-winning Local Authority, named Local Authority of the Year in the MJ Awards 2024.  Come join us and be part of our future success!’ 

As Energy Assistant, you will provide vital support to the delivery of the Council's Climate Change Emergency Action Plan and Net Zero Delivery Plan.

The postholder will be responsible for ensuring timely payment of energy invoices to suppliers within financial procedure rules and to corporate timescales.  The postholder will monitor energy usage, liaise with the Energy Purchasing Organisation and energy suppliers, and Service Level Agreement organisations including schools, Volair and internal Asset Service, arrange procurement of Display Energy Certificates (DEC) and recharge internal and external services for Service Level Agreements.

When identifying a suitable individual for the position, we will look for an ability to manage multiple priorities, have attention to detail as well as good communication and numeracy skills.

We promote applications from all sections of the community, regardless of background, belief, or identity, recognising the value that diversity brings to our organisation. We particularly welcome applications from individuals from Black and Minority Ethnic backgrounds and candidates with disabilities as we acknowledge their underrepresentation in our workforce.

We will consider requests for flexible working.  For most roles, the following types of flexibility are usually possible: flexible hours, working from home, compressed hours, part-time.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy earlier than the specified date should we receive sufficient applicants.

At Knowsley we value our applicants and want them to feel well-informed and welcomed. If you have any questions about this specific job role or what it is like to work at Knowsley, please contact Michele Grey (michele.grey@knowsley.gov.uk)