At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead sustainability initiatives and drive carbon reduction strategies for our housing projects.
- Company: Dynamic housing provider in Macclesfield with a commitment to sustainability.
- Benefits: 29 days holiday, birthday leave, health cash plan, and training opportunities.
- Other info: Agile working environment with a focus on health and wellbeing.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on the environment while building a sustainable future.
- Qualifications: Knowledge of sustainability reporting and experience in managing energy programmes.
The predicted salary is between 47450 - 47450 £ per year.
Hours - 37 Hours per week
Agile - offering a mix of office and home working
Salary: £47,450 per annum
We’re a housing provider in Macclesfield with over 5000 properties across East Cheshire and the surrounding areas. We’re ambitious with plans to build more homes, regenerate local areas and invest in our properties. A fantastic opportunity has arisen for an Energy and Sustainability Lead to join our Asset and Development team.
If you are passionate about building a sustainable future, this role is for you. Join us to transform our environmental performance, pioneer carbon reduction strategies, and ensure we meet vital net-zero commitments.
Key areas of responsibility include:
- Supporting the Asset Manager in the project management of the Trust’s environmental strategy action plan
- Working collaboratively to embed sustainability into decision-making, asset management, procurement, investment planning, customer engagement, and service delivery
- Managing stock, energy, and environmental assessments to inform a costed pathway for improving homes
- Supporting external funding and partnership opportunities
- Developing energy and carbon performance data to support evidence-based decisions and performance reporting
We can offer you:
- 29 days holiday per year plus birthday leave and Bank Holidays
- A great pension scheme that’s tailored to suit your needs
- Agile Working with a mix of office and home working and site visits, in line with service need
- A focus on your health and wellbeing including access to our Health Cash Plan offering a variety of benefits and discounts
- Training and development opportunities – let us help you reach your career goals
- A modern office with a friendly working environment
The ideal candidate will possess in depth knowledge of sustainability reporting, energy efficiency standards, decarbonisation, and relevant social housing regulations. Additionally, you will be able to demonstrate experience of managing contractors and grant-funded energy programs, writing technical property specifications, and applying solid operational health and safety standards within the building industry.
Our values guide everything we do, so we’re keen to hear from people who share a similar outlook and want to make a positive impact.
Closing date: Tuesday 4th August 2026. We may close this vacancy earlier if we find the right candidate, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.
We are committed to equality, diversity and inclusion and we seek to attract and retain talented people from a diverse range of backgrounds and communities, to bring different perspectives and ideas to benefit the organisation and its customers. We promote an inclusive environment in which our staff can thrive – a place where everyone feels that they belong. We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and will support with any reasonable adjustments needed during the recruitment process.
Energy and Sustainability Lead in Macclesfield employer: Peaks & Plains Housing Trust
As a leading housing provider in Macclesfield, we pride ourselves on fostering a supportive and inclusive work culture that prioritises employee well-being and professional growth. With a competitive salary of £32,000 and the flexibility of an agile working model, our team enjoys a perfect balance of home and office life while contributing to meaningful projects that enhance the community. Join us to be part of our ambitious plans for regeneration and development, where your efforts directly impact the lives of residents across East Cheshire.
Contact Details:
Peaks & Plains Housing Trust Recruitment Team
