The Energy Manager has strategic, compliance and policy-making responsibilities and is responsible for the university’s Energy Policy and Water Policy and for contributing to the University’s Carbon Management Plan. The Energy Manager will ensure statutory compliance and devise and lead the implementation of a programme of work that ensures that objectives are met.
The post-holder will introduce energy and water saving programmes and manage specific projects in collaboration with Faculties, Schools, the Estates project team, KUSCO (Kingston University’s facilities and maintenance provider) and other Departments.
The candidate must exhibit strong strategic planning skills together with experience of business reporting to senior level stakeholders. Prospective candidates will be technically competent and familiar with Energy Management legislation and best practice guidance. They should also possess excellent inter-personal and team working skills. Candidates should also be able to show how their own initiatives have demonstrated energy or financial savings.
The successful candidate will possess management experience, including leading small scale projects working on building types with comparable characteristics to those found in the Higher Education sector.
The Directorate for Finance, HR, and Infrastructure plays a critical role in shaping and supporting the University’s strategic and operational success. With a focus on excellence, efficiency, and people-centred practices, it delivers vital services that influence the daily experience of staff and students while enabling long-term institutional growth. These services span financial management, workforce development, and the maintenance of both physical and digital infrastructure - ensuring the University’s operations and ambitions are fully supported. With a clear focus on service quality, innovation, and people-first practices, the Directorate operates in close partnership with academic faculties and senior leadership to ensure institutional goals are achieved. It is driven by a commitment to excellence, service, and sustainable progress, promoting a culture where collaboration, innovation and transformation thrive. This is an opportunity to join a proactive, solutions-focused team whose work directly contributes to the University’s continued success.
Estates & Sustainability sits within the Finance, Infrastructure and HR Directorate and exists to support Kingston University’s academic mission and the goals set out in its strategic plan. It leads on strategic planning, capital development, space management, operational sustainability, energy management, and biodiversity management, as well as statutory compliance and operation of the campuses and premises used by the university. It provides direction for the operation, facilities maintenance, and management of the estate by KUSCO - a wholly owned subsidiary of the University
This is a full time, permanent position with a starting salary of £50,160 per annum.
Interviews are expected to be held during the week commencing 13 July 2026.
For informal enquiries, please contact Leo McGregor-Davies, Associate Director of Compliance and Operations.
Bring your true self, expertise, and passion to Kingston where we are continuing to strive to build a university where authentic inclusion and belonging is at its heart. Every one of our staff and students’ identities, backgrounds and diverse experiences makes us who we are - so harness and embrace yours by applying today. We welcome applications from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic backgrounds, LGBTQ+ communities and those with disabilities.
We are a place-based organisation, proud of our location in Kingston and the civic role we play in our community. Our campuses inspire collaborative, innovative and creative communities. Being present on campus is important to us because it helps us to create a sense of belonging for both our staff and students. Therefore, staff are expected to be on campus for the majority of their working week.
Candidates must be able to demonstrate their eligibility to work in the UK in accordance with the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006. Where required, this may include entry clearance or continued leave to remain under the Points Based Immigration Scheme.
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