About the role

Groundwork are recruiting for 7 Energy and Retrofit Advisors, one for each of the major local authorities.

Advisors will provide energy advice and raise awareness of domestic retrofit, supporting increased retrofit awareness and activity as well as working alongside staff within Local Authorities to develop and deliver projects to engage our communities and stimulate retrofit activity across the region.

Energy and Retrofit Advisors will work closely with Groundwork Green Doctors supporting households suffering from fuel poverty and referring them into more specialist support where needed.

This role requires a dynamic and dedicated person who can think on their feet, someone with a caring nature who has a strong desire for helping people and is passionate about making a difference.

You will need to be highly organised and adaptable as no two days will be the same.

As Groundwork’s Greener Living team grows, this role offers potential for extension and progression toward a career in Energy and Retrofit Assessment.

This role is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure endorsed by the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Essentials

• Level 3 Domestic Retrofit Advice Course or willingness to undertake this within the first 3 months of the role.
• Experience of running community events / activities
• Highly developed communication skills
• Excellent team player
• Commitment to equality and diversity

It’s a unique and challenging role that gives you the chance to make a difference to people’s lives every day.

For more information on the role, take a look at our candidate pack. Or for an informal discussion please contact Stephen Armstrong, Communities Programme Manager (North) on 07772 976806 or

Last updated : 2024-05-29