Job Description

British Antarctic Survey (BAS) is looking for an exceptional Energy and Carbon Manager to join our Net Zero and Polar Estates teams. BAS delivers and enables world-leading interdisciplinary research in the Polar Regions. We employ experts from many different professions to carry out our Science as well as keep the lights on, feed the research and support teams and keep everyone safe!
As a valued member of our team, you'll be eligible for the following benefits:

• 30 days annual leave plus bank holidays and 2.5 privilege days
• Excellent civil service pension (with 26% or more employer contribution, depending on your band)
• 24 hours/365 days access to employee assistance programme (EAP - including support with physical, mental, social, health and financial issues)
• Flexible and family friendly working opportunities
• Cycle to work scheme
• Access to discounted shopping on a range of retail, leisure and lifestyle categories and much more.

You'll be joining our Net Zero and Polar Estates teams, working closely with colleagues from the Antarctic Infrastructure Modernisation Programme (AIMP). These multidisciplinary teams are at the forefront of delivering sustainable, energy-efficient infrastructure and operational improvements across our Antarctic and UK operations.
You'll help us deliver high-impact energy and carbon reduction initiatives at Rothera Research Station, including optimising building systems, supporting renewable energy integration, reducing reliance on fossil fuels, and driving behavioural and cultural change as part of our commitment to achieve Net Zero Carbon emissions by 2040.
Within the role, there will be an opportunity to develop technical expertise in decarbonisation strategies, renewable energy feasibility, advanced building systems, and data-driven energy management, as well as leadership experience through stakeholder engagement, strategic project support, and culture change initiatives in one of the world's most unique and challenging environments.
Current projects the team are working on include post-occupancy evaluation and optimisation of the new "Discovery" Building at Rothera research station, energy system upgrades and redevelopments including the Hangar at Rothera, data analytics to improve fuel use across the station and manage energy demand, and feasibility studies for integrating renewable energy systems in Antarctic operations.
You'll be joining a world-leading interdisciplinary research organisation, that is committed to recruiting talented people like you, progressing your career and giving you the support, you need to thrive at BAS.
We are looking for an experienced and technically skilled Energy and Carbon Manager with a strong background in building energy systems, carbon and energy data analysis, and energy auditing. The ideal candidate will have excellent stakeholder engagement skills, proven experience delivering net zero or sustainability projects, and a relevant engineering qualification. A proactive and flexible approach to work is essential, along with strong communication and teamworking skills.
If we've just described you, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now via the 'Apply' button above.
56,509 to 62,159 per annum

Skills Required