Energy Technician in Gateshead

The Energy Technician will play a vital supporting role in the delivery of the Council’s energy and sustainability priorities. They 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.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Qualifications

• 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.

Benefits

• Competitive Salary: Fair and transparent pay that reflects your skills and experience.
• Outstanding Pension Scheme: We invest in your future too.
• Generous Annual Leave: 28 days of annual leave, rising to 32 days after 5 years.
• Flexible Working Hours: Up to 26 flexi days per year (subject to business needs).
• Hybrid & Flexible Working: We support a healthy work‑life balance with flexible and hybrid working options.
• 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 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: Use a brand‑new electric or hybrid vehicle through our salary sacrifice car scheme after 12 months of service.
• Exclusive Discounts & Salary Sacrifice: via the VIVUP employee benefits platform, enjoy discounts on shopping, travel and services.

We are an equal opportunities employer and aim to create a workplace where our people feel a sense of belonging, are respected and empowered to do their best work. We believe that a workforce reflecting the full range of backgrounds and experiences we serve improves service delivery. 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.