Post: Decarbonisation Manager
Salary: £46,941 per annum
Grade: FRS E
Salary range: £46,941 - £56,071 per annum
Contract type: Permanent
Working pattern: Full-time
Application closing date: 4 PM on Friday 03 July 2026
London Fire Brigade (LFB) is London’s fire and rescue service – one of the largest firefighting and rescue organisations in the world. We are here to make London a safer city. Employing over 5000 people across our operational team (our firefighters), control (our call handlers who answer 999 calls), fire safety and our non-operational team (our team who work behind the scenes to support our front-line services, which includes Fleet, IT, HR, Finance, Procurement, Communications team and many more).
We are looking for a technically minded individual that is experienced in problem solving within a technical environment and is able to work collaboratively as a team member whilst being forward looking.
The successful candidate will be required to manage appointed suppliers (consultants/contractors) to deliver carbon reduction projects as allocated. The post holder will be expected to manage projects for reducing carbon emissions at London fire stations; This will include preparing specifications for Distribution Network Operator upgrades and EV charging installations and reporting progress on program and spend. The post holder will have overall responsibility of both projects and the program. Working very closely with the Carbon reduction team members to ensure all projects that fall within the programme are on time, within budget and are reported to programme management office.
Further information about the main duties and responsibilities of the role are detailed in the job description. If you are unable to see the job description, salary range or the full advert, please visit our jobs pages at https://jobs-london-fire-gov-uk.jobsmarket.site/pages/en-gb/jobs to access the full advert.
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We value the diversity of our employees and aim to recruit a workforce which reflects our diverse communities across London. The London Fire Commissioner is an Equal Opportunities Employer and we positively welcome applications from all suitably qualified individuals, irrespective of people's age, disability, gender, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, sexual orientation, or other personal circumstances. We have guidance in place to ensure that all applicants are treated fairly and consistently at every stage of the recruitment process, including the consideration of reasonable adjustments for people who have a disability.
Anyone who has contact with children, young people or adults at risk will be subject to an enhanced DBS check as part of our commitment to safeguarding.
Possession of a nationally recognised qualification in a construction related discipline and/or relevant extensive experience at an appropriate level and/or specific contractual knowledge/ and or sustainability qualifications.
Stage 1
To apply, please complete the online application, upload a copy of your up-to-date CV and provide evidence to address the following selection criteria:
1. Possession of a nationally recognised qualification in a construction related discipline and/or relevant extensive experience at an appropriate level and/or specific contractual knowledge/ and or sustainability qualifications.
2. Has experience of dealing with electric vehicles and alternative fuels for vehicles. Understands the difference between zero at tailpipe technologies and low carbon fuels.
3. Effective oral communication skills in order to liaise, negotiate with staff at all levels as well as external contractors, consultants, representatives of external organisations and members of the public.
4. Awareness of equality issues together with a commitment to ensuring appropriate policies are implemented and adhered to.
Please note that we will score the evidence you provide based on the competencies listed in the selection criteria above.
Shortlisted candidates will be invited to attend stage 2.
Please ensure you give yourself enough time to complete and submit your application. Late or un-submitted applications cannot be accepted.
Please note any correspondence received from us will be via e-mail and sent to the address you provide on your application form.
Stage 2
Assessment for this role is due to take place mid-July 2026. Please be advised that if you are unable to make the scheduled assessment date, we may not be able to make alternative arrangements.
Benefits of working for the London Fire Brigade
- 26 days’ holiday plus bank holidays
- Additional leave between Christmas Day and New Year
- Family (including maternity) leave and emergency support leave
- Hybrid working is available, subject to business need.
- Free access to the Brigade gym
- Use of the Brigade’s Medical Adviser/physios/fitness advisers
- Free counselling
- Season ticket loan
- Join social networks including our Equality Support Groups
- Contributory pension scheme
- Cycle to work scheme
- Staff discount scheme including access to Blue Light Card retail and hospitality discounts
- Opportunity to access affordable accommodation
Criminal records check
In line with the Basic Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) employment checks will be completed by successful candidates, which will include a Standard criminal records check. Successful candidate will be required to declare any convictions for offences and any offer of employment is subject to the LFC receiving a criminal records disclosure which it considers satisfactory.
