Overview

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Heat Network Strategy Manager

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Brent Council .This role leads a new team delivering low carbon heat networks across the borough and also heads a cross-council transformation programme to ensure compliance with new heat network regulations.You will have strategic and operational responsibility for Brent’s existing heat networks (serving over 2,000 customers and projected to exceed 4,000 by 2028), while developing the viability, commissioning and expansion of new networks. You will also establish the operational systems needed to ensure schemes remain compliant, financially viable and deliver affordable heat to residents.

Responsibilities

Head up a new team delivering low carbon heat networks across the borough.Lead a cross-council transformation programme to ensure compliance with new heat network regulations.Manage Brent’s existing heat networks (2,000+ customers) and develop viability, commissioning and expansion of new networks.Establish operational systems to ensure schemes remain compliant, financially viable and deliver affordable heat to residents.

Qualifications

Strong record of delivering complex projects and achieving measurable outcomesCommitment to service improvement with a focus on residents’ needsKnowledge of heat networks, regulations and consumer protection (or ability to develop quickly)Leadership experience managing direct reports and cross-functional teamsConfidence navigating local government requirements and stakeholder priorities

Benefits

27 days’ annual leave (rising with service) + 8 bank holidaysFlexible working, including up to 2 days a week from home (laptop provided)Family-friendly policiesTravel support, from season ticket loans, cycle to work scheme, Zipcar, affordable parking and onsite facilitiesFree and confidential Employee Assistance ProgrammeAccess to My Brent Rewards – discounts on brands, travel, cinema, shopping and more

How to apply

Please click ‘Apply’ and include a supporting statement demonstrating how you meet the Person Specification. CVs are welcome but must be accompanied by a supporting statement.Brent Council welcomes applications from all communities and encourages applicants to complete the diversity section of the application. As a Disability Confident employer, we guarantee an interview for disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria and offer reasonable adjustments. If you require any adjustments, please contact recruitment@brent.gov.uk.Roles in areas involving children, young people or vulnerable adults are subject to an Enhanced DBS and other pre-employment checks. Application data may be shared with Cifas to help prevent fraud and misconduct. For more information on how your data is used and your rights, visit www.cifas.org.uk/fpn.Flexible working is supported wherever possible.

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