Utilities/Energy Manager

As the Utilities/Energy Manager, you will be responsible for the following:

• Developing and creating a policy, procedure in alignment to the Energy Act.
• Manage and optimise bulk electricity, gas, water and associated utility supply across the landlord accounts to the newly appointed provider within agreed timescales.
• Act as the accountable owner for bulk supply arrangements, ensuring continuity of supply, value for money, regulatory compliance and budget monitoring.
• Oversee relationships with utility suppliers, network operators, and internal stakeholders.
• Budget forecasting and utility performance.
• Monitor consumption across the stock and identify opportunities for reduction and efficiency
• Ensure regulatory compliance and adherence to energy reporting standards in alignment to Energy Act 2023.
• Ensure meter installations, upgrades and metering strategy across the housing assets
• Oversee billing validation, dispute resolution and cost control.
• Laise with internal stakeholders to develop a roadmap to prevent duplication of utility processes.
• Create a process map for onboarding units within the organisation working with cross functional departments.
• Ensure accountability in registering, district heating systems, communal boilers are registered and reported for transparency and audit purpose with the Ofgem regulator.
• Coordinate with internal stakeholders and attend onboarding meetings with the new supplier to ensure all accounts are migrated correctly and efficiently.
• Maintain an accurate record of units, supply points and account references to ensure full visibility of the utility's portfolio.
• Monitor and report on progress against the transfer plan, escalating risks or delays promptly
• Liaise with other departments internally to determine responsibility for billing and allocate accordingly.
• Support on reporting on net-zero and sustainability strategy for landlord supply.
• Work closely with Sustainability and Asset Management teams to embed environmentally responsible utility management for reporting purpose.
• Contribute to regular performance and compliance reports for senior management.
• Support audit and internal reviews relating to utilities management and procurement governance.