Sustainability Manager
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Introduction London Metropolitan University The Estate Job description and person specification Working at London Met Application process
Introduction London Metropolitan University is a striving and ambitious institution committed to transforming the lives of its students through excellent education. We are committed to making education available to people from all walks of life, creating and advancing social justice, social mobility and access to opportunity and professions. Our graduates benefit personally, but also contribute to society, culture, public services and the economy in all areas of London, the UK and around the world. Reporting to the Head of Estates Operations, the Sustainability Manager takes full responsibility for championing sustainability and supporting the university to embed sustainability across all its activities. The role holder will take the lead in agreed areas to support operational implementation of the Sustainability Strategy which will include the overall environmental management system but also developing and driving all elements of energy management and carbon reduction. You would be the ‘go to’ person for all advice and guidance. The successful candidate will possess gravitas and credibility with excellent communication skills. You will be adept at operating across a multi-tier organisation with a track record in a similar collaborative and collegial environment. The role will suit individuals who understand sustainability in its holistic sense and how this can be fully embedded in all university activities. The role offers an individual the opportunity to lead the environmental sustainability agenda for an innovative and forward-thinking institution in the heart of London.
Our mission To transform lives through the power of education.
Academic vision To be the university of choice, transforming lives for a diverse range of students from London, the UK and around the world.
Our values • Integrity • Excellence • Service • Collaboration and teamwork • Effective citizenship
London Metropolitan University
We had a total of 9,714 UK-based higher education students in 2018–19, of which:
London Metropolitan University has a rich history with strong educational roots dating back to 1848. The University as it is today was created in 2002 with the merging of London Guildhall University and the University of North London, the first merger between two universities in the UK. Based in one of the world’s most exciting capital cities, London Met is home to a diverse community of inspiring and determined learners, teachers and innovative thinkers. We offer a wide range of courses, from undergraduate and postgraduate degrees to short courses and professional qualifications, many of which are available to study full-time or part-time. We take pride in helping our students reach their goals and succeed in their careers. 96.7% of all London Met graduates are in work or further study within six months (Destinations of Leavers from Higher Education survey 2016–17). All of our undergraduate courses include some form of work-related learning, such as a placement, client project or on-campus work experience, and many courses are accredited by professional bodies.
The University’s academic structure is made up of six schools
Guildhall School of Business and Law Offering a dynamic and relevant portfolio of business and law courses.
School of Computing and Digital Media Offering qualifications in subjects from creative technologies to electronics.
School of Human Sciences Offering a wide range of courses in subjects including science, dietetics, and sport.
School of Social Professions Focusing on employability and developing graduates for the world of work.
School of Social Sciences Demonstrating the relevance of social science as a tool for affecting societal change.
School of Art, Architecture and Design Internationally recognised for high quality teaching, excellent facilities and unique opportunities.
The Estate The university is spread across two teaching campuses totalling 79,599 sqm GIA: one in the heart of Aldgate which houses the School of Art, Design and Architecture ranked 4th in the UK university league tables. The main campus is in Islington which includes the award winning Graduate Centre designed by internationally acclaimed architect Daniel Libeskind. In addition there is the specialist business incubator, the Accelerator, located in Shoreditch and highly regarded for its annual Big Ideas Challenge. Innovative teaching spaces In spring 2018 we opened our brand new world-class teaching facility in the Roding Building consisting of 11 high-spec classrooms installed with cutting-edge technology, including a state of the art Ideation room with the world’s largest, interactive, digital whiteboard. There are study commons rooms, a variety of social spaces and accompanying breakout seminar rooms, IT suites and collaboration spaces, across three floors. Specialist facilities We officially opened the University’s Cyber Security Research Centre in September 2018 with a dedicated investment of £500,000. The University also boasts state-of-the art facilities from a brand new UN accredited Translation and Interpretation Suite, a mock courtroom, Bloomberg suite and purpose-built art, design and recording studios. Student Union Opened in 2018, our newly refurbished Harglenis building is a space dedicated to our Students’ union centre providing social and office space with its own student radio studio station, Verve. Library and study space Housed within a refurbished 1960’s glass factory, this facility provides over 9642sqm GIA of formal learning space with a wide range of study spaces and facilities to support student learning. Hospitality and catering The university supports seven catering outlets across all of its campuses including a brand new catering outlet called the Highbury Canteen providing a combination of hot meals and branded coffee shops. This is in addition to the 352 seat licensed Rocket Student Bar and recently refurbished 400 seat Great Hall venue built in 1896 which is used for a wide scope of events such as conferences, exhibitions, trade fairs, award ceremonies, receptions and conventions.
Business Incubation Based in Shoreditch, our specialist business incubator space, Accelerator provides the perfect home for the student enterprise programme which gives London Met’s passionate early stage entrepreneurs a chance to turn their business ideas into viable ventures through a network of advisors and investors, experts and mentors and an active events and initiatives programme. For 15 years Accelerator has been helping their community of tech start ups to grow and scale in the heart of Tech City. World Class teaching laboratories We have spent over £30 million to create one of the largest and most advanced science teaching facilities in Europe. Our Science Centre on Holloway Road is home to an incredible Superlab, which has 280 individual workstations and is one of the largest and most advanced science teaching facilities in Europe. The centre offers exceptional teaching and research facilities, giving our students a cutting-edge experience of learning science.
Job Description Job Purpose
• Support and coordinate the procurement of energy and utilities; Man- age utilities contracts, energy managers and associated monitoring and recording processes; analyse data and manage the resolution of any discrepancies; • Proactively seek opportunities for external funding to support sustainabil- ity strategy and initiatives. • Liaise and work in partnership with local bodies (local authority, busi- nesses and community groups) to network, share information and devel- op joint initiatives. • Liaise with external and professional bodies to keep up to date with de- velopments in sustainability and environmenta management (e.g. Envi- ronment Agency, other HEI’s) • Develop and maintain cross-departmental links to support the delivery of sustainability plans and initiatives. • Develop and manage systems and processes for recording, monitor- ing and managing utilities consumption and costs; manage associated budgets and budget planning; • Undertake environmental audits and present reports. • Support the Head of Operations in the procurement and supply of utili- ties; manage associated contracts and develop effective monitoring/re - porting systems. • Advise, support, mentor and train Estates’ colleagues to ensure that sus- tainability is embedded across all operations and activities. • Develop and manage a communication plan to promote sustainability and environmental awareness throughout LMU and its stakeholders. • Convene and lead/chair working groups, presentations, workshops, promotional events and other meetings to present, promote and discuss sustainability issues and disseminate information. • Review and input into technical briefs, standards and employer’s re- quirements for refurbishment and new build projects, to ensure that internal and external design teams and contractors have due regard to energy and water consumption and building efficiency. • Organise and present training events to a range of internal and external groups, both virtually and in-person, including the preparation of associ- ated training materials, handouts etc.
Lead and manage the development and implementation of sustainability and environmental strategies and associated policies, procedures and systems. Lead the development of carbon reduction strategies and plans; Work closely and collaboratively with the Head of Operations in the develop- ment and delivery of a Carbon Environmental Management Plan, including the development of carbon and energy management systems targets and corporate KPIs; Lead the process for attaining ISO14001 accreditation. Lead the provision of effective communication to raise awareness of sustain- ability issues and initiatives. Influence cultural and staff/student behavioural change in respect of sustainability including, for example, in energy and water use/reduction, recycling/re-use, waste reduction and other initiatives. Lead the development of the university’s annual sustainability objectives and plans; provide an institutional lead on a range of sustainability initiatives and projects. Provide expert advice on sustainability and environmental issues, legislation, regulations and external standards within Estates and to the wider university community. Deputise for the Head of Operations as required on all environmental and sustainability matters, representing LMU externally as required. Key Areas • Proactively support the university to embed sustainability across all its operations and activities. • Drive innovation and provide a focal point for the development of new ideas for carbon reduction. • Act as the focal point for energy management within LMU. • Lead the drive to integrate and embed environmental and sustainability issues into university policies, services and operations. • Monitor the university’s performance in respect of its carbon footprint, and progress against the Carbon & Environmental Management Plan.
Main duties and responsibilities: • Maintain EMR documentation and records. • Conduct internal EMR audits and reports.
• Design and distribute promotional posters, leaflets and other material. • • Manage the Warp-It furniture recycling platform. Miscellaneous • Exemplify and promote the values of the University. Have a strong commitment to coaching and developing; working cooperatively with colleagues; valuing the contribution of others and sharing knowledge and expertise. • Undertake other duties of a reasonable nature, as may be determined by the postholder’s supervisor from time to time, in consultation with the postholder. • Carry out all duties in accordance with the University’s Equal Opportunities Policy and other policies designed to protect members of staff or students from harassment. It is the duty of the postholder not to act in a prejudicial or discriminatory manner towards members of staff, students, visitors or members of the public. The postholder should also counteract such practice or behaviour by challenging or reporting it. • Take reasonable care of health and safety of self, other people and resources whilst at work to comply with the University’s Health and Safety Policy, Codes of Practice and local rules. • Co-operate with the line manager or any other person with specific responsibility for health and safety, to enable the University’s responsibilities under the Health and Safety at Work Act to be performed. • May involve visiting plant rooms and restricted access areas at height or requiring safe working practices, such as working at height to access roof areas.
• Promote sustainable best practice, supporting and advising Estates managers on sustainability and its integration into projects, services and operations. • Project manage ongoing projects and initiatives including e.g. the Green Impact scheme and Fairtrade University scheme. • Participate in the post-occupancy evaluation of new build and refurbishment projects and for amending and adding to LMU requirements for future projects to ensure continuous learning and improvement. • Prepare and present reports and business cases to various committees, sub-committees and groups, including to external stakeholders. • Manage the provision (internal and/or external) for the monitoring, analysis and payment of utility invoices. Collate and present reports on consumption and provide cost forecasts. • Attend project groups, providing advice to project managers on sustainability opportunities and best practice for inclusion in project plans including e.g sustainable construction, and Site Waste Management Plans. • Drive the sustainability agenda through integration of best practices into University activities. • Monitor compliance and performance against external standards and benchmarks. • Organise, plan and deliver events for attendance by internal and external parties, including e.g. an annual Green Week and Fairtrade Fortnight; • Work closely with the Operations team to monitor and regulate building temperatures through the Building Management System; Liaise with timetabling, schools and departments to optimise energy consumption. • Research and keep up to date with new developments; maintain a network of internal and external contacts and groups to share information; actively work with internal and external stakeholders, attending relevant meetings and working groups; • Manage sustainability social media platforms and webpages to promote the sustainability agenda; manage the production and distribution of the regular Newsletter.
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Skills and abilities
Excellent communication skills with an ability to communicate via a range of media Strong influencing and presentational skills; Ability to analyse complex data and produce reports for a broad audience; Good planning and organisational skills; Good team working skills, a conscientious, flexible and can do working style and an ability to work with minimal supervision A strong commitment to: • the University’s values, mission and strategic plan; • a “coaching and developing” approach when dealing with colleagues and students; and • working collegially; valuing the contribution of others and sharing knowledge and expertise. All applicants need to submit an equality and diversity statement of no more than one page, articulating how they will contribute to making our University more inclusive and what they have previously done to advance equality.
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Experience in planning and managing effective communications to promote sustainability and influence behaviours. Experience of managing a plan to improve sustainability performance in a large organisation. Experience in sustainability and environmental performance monitoring, analysis and reporting Environmental auditing experience Experience of a wide range of communications media including social media and networking networking
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Degree or relevant professional qualification
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Interest in and knowledge of sustainability issues A good understanding of carbon management planning A good practical understabding of BMS and EMS
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Working at London Met
In addition to the working in an ambitious, dynamic and diverse organisation and a competitive salary level, staff working at the University additionally benefit from: • generous annual leave entitlement • a career salary average pension scheme with up to 18% employer contribution • Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) members have the option to pay into shared cost salary sacrifice AVCs • a fee waiver scheme for staff undertaking relevant university courses • free on-site sport and fitness facilities including gymnasium use and classes • access to 24/7 confidential support from our Employee Assistance Programme by phone or a mobile app which includes telephone counselling • free employee eye tests and discounted spectacles through our eye care voucher scheme • interest free season ticket loan (after completing probationary period) • a professional staff development programme • tax efficient salary sacrifice schemes for childcare vouchers, cycles and cycling equipment • employee private healthcare plan through the Simply Health cash plan • access to library facilities • access to below market rate sports injuries treatments • a broad range of formal and informal development opportunities to enhance your career • commitment to lifelong learning.
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
Championing equity and inclusion lies at the heart of everything we do here at London Metropolitan University.
You can find out more about our values and the action we’re taking by visiting our Centre for Equity and Inclusion and our Equality and Diversity webpages.
Application Process The University is being supported on this recruitment campaign by the search consultancy The Management Recruitment Group (MRG). To arrange a confidential briefing conversation please contact our advisor Michael Hewlett (michael.hewlett@mrgpeople.co.uk) of MRG on 0203 962 9900. Applications should consist of a comprehensive CV (of not more than 4 pages) and a covering letter (of not more than 2 pages). Applications should be sent to michael.hewlett@mrgpeople.co.uk The closing date for applications is Sunday 6th March 2022.
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