Energy Technician Full Time NEW

Do you want to help make Gateshead a place where everyone thrives? If that sounds like you, keep reading – we might be the perfect match.

We’re delighted that you’re interested in working with us. You’d be joining us at a very exciting time.

We pride ourselves on our ambitious and forward-thinking approach to taking care of Gateshead and its people, and we passionately believe that our employees reflect that spirit in truly enabling Gateshead to thrive.

At Gateshead Council you’d be a highly valued member of a team that recognises and respects the skills that you bring to your role, encourages creativity and passionately advocates a great work / life balance. Our actions speak louder than words, and with flexi-time and hybrid working available across many of our roles, as well as a full suite of outstanding employee benefits, we’re confident that it isn’t just the salary that attracts our staff.

Supporting real change in how energy is used across Gateshead

The Energy Services Team sits within the Council’s Economy, Innovation and Growth group and plays a key role in supporting Gateshead’s ambitions to decarbonise energy and tackle climate change. The team leads on the development and delivery of energy efficiency initiatives, lowcarbon projects and the borough’s District Energy Network, working closely with council services, partners, communities and residents. With a strong focus on innovation, datadriven decisionmaking and practical delivery, the team works at pace to reduce energy use, carbon emissions and costs, while supporting the provision of affordable, lowcarbon heat and contributing to the Council’s Climate Change Strategy and Vision 2030.

Helping deliver practical climate action across the borough

As an Energy Technician, you will play a vital supporting role in the delivery of the Council’s energy and sustainability priorities. You will provide practical, technical and administrative support to the Energy Services Team, helping to manage energy data, prepare plans and reports, and support the delivery of projects that reduce energy use, carbon emissions and costs. Working with a wide range of colleagues, partners and stakeholders, the role offers the opportunity to develop your technical skills while contributing to meaningful work that supports climate action and lowcarbon growth across the borough.

What You Will Get To Do

• Support the delivery of the Energy Services Team’s priorities, including Vision 2030, the Climate Change Strategy and Carbon Management Plan
• Maintain and update computerised energy monitoring systems and databases, analysing, interpreting and reporting numerical data
• Use digital systems and other software to support projects and planning permission requirements
• Provide general energy conservation advice to council services and external clients
• Support the delivery, monitoring and reporting of projects that reduce energy, water use and carbon emissions across the Council and the community
• Assist with financial and administrative processes, including utility bill management, funding returns and support to NEC Project Managers (defects and early warnings)
• Prepare and present data for reports, funding applications and statutory returns
• Handle and respond to incoming queries and issues, providing a high standard of customer service
• Work with and support a range of stakeholders, including suppliers, contractors, customers and partner organisations, contributing to the effective delivery of energy projects and services
• Carry out other duties appropriate to the grade to support the wider work of the team

What You Will Bring

• Knowledge of data management systems, including energy, building or property management systems
• Experience using digital systems to produce plans, drawings and maps
• Strong IT skills, including confident use of databases and spreadsheets (MS Office)
• Ability to analyse, interpret and present numerical data, meeting deadlines and working accurately
• Proven ability to work on your own initiative and as part of a team, using effective organisational skills
• Excellent customer service and communication skills, dealing confidently with both internal and external customers
• Qualifications equivalent to Level 2, including literacy and numeracy, or demonstrable equivalent experience.

What’s In It For You

• Competitive Salary: We offer fair and transparent pay that reflects your skills and experience. This is a careergraded role, meaning your starting salary will be assessed based on your current skills, experience and capability. The post offers genuine opportunities for development and progression within the grade as you grow in the role.
• Outstanding Pension Scheme: We don’t just offer a great salary we invest in your future too. Find out what benefits a Local Government Pension provides: https://twpf.info
• Generous Annual Leave: Enjoy 28 days of annual leave, rising to 32 days after 5 years (2 of which can be fixed by the Council), plus the option to buy up to 10 extra days.
• Flexible Working Hours: Benefit from up to 26 flexi days per year (subject to business needs), giving you more control over your time.
• Hybrid & Flexible Working: We support a healthy work-life balance with flexible and hybrid working options. There is a requirement for you to spend 40% of your time office based.
• Learning & Development: Access a wide range of training, development, and progression opportunities to help you grow your career.
• Health & Wellbeing Support: From discounted gym memberships through our partner GLL to mental health resources, we care about your wellbeing.
• Cycle to Work Scheme: Save money and stay active with our tax-efficient cycle to work programme.
• Electric & Hybrid Car Scheme: Get behind the wheel of a brand-new electric or hybrid vehicle through our salary sacrifice car scheme in partnership with NHS Fleet Solutions a cost-effective, environmentally friendly way to drive (after 12 months service).
• Exclusive Discounts & Salary Sacrifice: Through our VIVUP employee benefits platform, enjoy discounts on shopping, travel, and services plus salary sacrifice options on white goods, electronics, and more, helping you spread the cost of essential purchases (after 6 months service).

Our commitment to you

We are an equal opportunities employer and aim to have a culture and a workplace where our people feel a sense of belonging, are respected and empowered to do their best work. We know that we deliver better services when our workforce reflects the full range of backgrounds and experiences in the society we serve. We welcome applications from suitably qualified people from all sections of the community, regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, and sexual orientation

How To Apply

You can apply online using the apply now button below. Within the form, you’ll be asked for details about you, your career history, skills, experiences and qualifications.

We advise you to be as detailed and specific as possible, paying particular attention to any of the above which are relevant to the role to which you are applying.

When Writing Your Statement, Please

• Use the key responsibilities and essential criteria listed in the advert to guide your response.
• Give clear, specific examples that show how you have demonstrated these skills or responsibilities in previous roles.
• Use the STAR method (Situation, Task, Action, Result) or simply explain:
• what you did,
• how you did it, and
• what difference it made.

If you have any questions about your application, please don’t hesitate to reach out to our recruitment team via

Please note: As a Disability Confident employer, we guarantee an interview to all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the role. However, in high-volume recruitment situations, it may not always be practicable to interview every eligible candidate. In such cases, we may need to prioritise those who best meet the essential criteria, based on the information provided in the application.

Additionally, the Council reserves the right to close this vacancy early or adjust the shortlisting criteria, including the pass mark for interview selection, to ensure a fair and manageable recruitment process. We encourage early applications.