Retrofit Technical Officer

This is a fixed term role until 31/03/2028

About the Role

Working as a Retrofit Technical Officer, part of the Northwest Net Zero Hub Programme during this exciting chapter in climate action is a fantastic opportunity. We are looking to recruit a motivated and committed individual who will build capacity and capability across local authorities, housing associations, business and communities to support a grant funded housing decarbonisation programme. 

Working closely with the Department of Energy Security and Net Zero (DESNZ) your primary focus will be on domestic buildings where you will lead on providing technical advice on retrofit delivery and manage a knowledge programme for stakeholders. 

The Retrofit Technical Officer will promote best practice, share technical knowledge and engage with the regional supply chain for services and technology solutions. You will play a key part in supporting domestic social housing decarbonisation across the Northwest. Part of the Northwest Net Zero Hub programme, you will assist in growing the capacity of the region to act on Net Zero. 

The Northwest Net Zero Hub Team is a group of project development and energy and environmental sector professionals who lead on some of the most exciting and transformational projects across the Northwest. The Team is based within the Liverpool City Region Combined Authority working with partners across the Northwest. 

 

About the person

• • You will have a passion for the net zero agenda, 
• • You will be an expert in domestic retrofit including retrofit compliance, delivery and relevant technologies (e.g. heating and energy efficiency)
• • You will understand the delivery of retrofit and are able to navigate regulation, certification, procurement, contracting and the supply chain.
• • You will be experienced in stakeholder communication and knowledge sharing, where a key part of the role will be to promote best practice and engage with a large consortium of local authorities and social housing organisations.
• • You will have a relevant degree or HND/HNC with a minimum of 3-years relevant experience
• • You will be able to demonstrate an understanding of technical/ building and domestic retrofit and to be able to identify solutions for low carbon transition from evidence-based processes
• • You will be an effective communicator presenting work clearly
• • You will understand how your work contributes to the wider impact on local people and the economy

 

If you think you match the job description and our values then click on the link to apply, indicating how you meet the person specification.

 

About the organisation

The Liverpool City Region is world-famous for its history, culture and creativity. A place of firsts, it is the birthplace of modern railways, public health and international trade. Now, our economy is being transformed once again, changing the world through world-leading innovation in health and life sciences, digital and creative, and advanced manufacturing - growing an economy already worth £35 billion a year.

The Combined Authority plays a central role in catalysing this innovation-led economy. We are seizing the unique opportunity to use our devolved powers and funding to create wealth and prosperity for all our 1.6 million residents and the whole UK - investing in our economy, people, place, transport and digital infrastructure. Our vision is for the Liverpool City Region to be: The best place to grow up, grow a family, and grow a business - where no-one is left behind.

 

Staff benefits

• • Local Government Pension Scheme contributions between 5.5% and 12.5%
• • Generous holiday entitlement of 29 days rising to 34 days after 5 years service, as well as bank holidays and the option to buy 10 additional days
• • Free travel around Liverpool City Region with an All-Zone Metro card worth £1,450 per year plus All Zones Off Peak Trio ticket for your spouse or partner
• • Automatic enrolment to our Westfield Health Programme
• • Flexible and hybrid working
• • 24/7 access to Employee Assistance Programme for you and your family and Free counselling service
• • Corporate discounts at council-owned gyms
• • Bike to Work Scheme
• • Coaching, mentoring, apprenticeships, and professional qualifications including paid membership fees and even a £1k interest free learning loan for any non-job-related learning

 

Equality, Diversity & Inclusion

We offer a guaranteed interview scheme for all candidates who met the essential criteria in the job description and who have declared that they: have a disability, are from a Black, Asian or Minority Ethnic background, are a member of a reservist or have close family links to a member of the Armed Forces as we are under-represented by people from these communities.

The Liverpool City Region Combined Authority is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all employees and volunteers to share this commitment.