Energy Graduate

LOCATION:

Pullar House, 35 Kinnoull Street, Perth, PH1 5GD

SALARY:

£23,631 - £25,903 per year

CONTRACT TYPE:

Fixed Term

POSITION TYPE:

Full Time

HOURS:

36 hours per week

WORK FROM HOME:

Hybrid

£23,631 - £25,903 Fixed Term (for 2 years) Pullar House, 35 Kinnoull Street, Perth PH1 5GD Are you a digitally-savvy, adaptable, creative thinker with an energy and drive to succeed? Have you recently graduated and looking for an exciting opportunity where you can make a positive impact on the Environment? If so, we need you! You will bring fresh perspectives and challenge our current ways of thinking and working. You will also have excellent organisational skills, a strong customer focus and be a great communicator. If you would like to share in our ambition, commitment and drive to enhance the lives of the people within Perth and Kinross then we would like to hear from you! An exciting opportunity has arisen for the post of Energy Graduate within Perth & Kinross Council. The post will form part of the Energy and Engineering Team within Property Services, allowing individuals to gain knowledge and experience through work-based learning combining this with the academic qualifications they have previously gained. The role is varied, and the individuals could be working on new build projects and/or refurbishment of existing properties such as schools, libraries, leisure centres, Council houses and all other public buildings. A key part of the role will be the requirement to contribute to future energy savings and climate change targets. This will involve assisting with energy efficiency projects that incorporate low carbon technologies and undertaking an energy management role to reduce energy consumption. Successful candidates will have the opportunity to use computer aided design packages such as IES VE, Amtech, Relux, AutoCAD REVIT and Systemlink Energy management software. Some knowledge of IES VE would be advantageous but not essential for the role. The Individual You will have graduated to degree level in an Energy or Engineering related subject. To succeed in this role, we are looking for individuals who are enthusiastic, have drive and determination. A keen interest in energy efficiency and climate change is also essential, allowing the successful candidate the best opportunity to start their career within the industry. It is anticipated that the individuals should be self-motivated and confident with excellent communication skills to establish good working relationships. For further information please contact Grant Key GSKey@PKC.GOV.UK or Chris Anton CAnton@PKC.GOV.UK When completing your application for this post, please ensure you provide current contact details (including e-mail addresses) for two referees, one should be your present or most recent employer. However, if you are an existing employee of Perth & Kinross Council, you are only required to provide reference details for your current employer.

At PKC our values and behaviours influence our work and support us in the delivery of the Perth and Kinross Offer. In your application, and should you be invited to interview, you will be asked to describe situations that support the criteria required in the role and which also demonstrate our values and behaviours. Find out more about PKC and you could soon be joining our team!

Please APPLY ONLINE. Facilities are available at all public libraries in Perth and Kinross. If you have a disability and require reasonable adjustments, please call 01738 475555 to discuss. As part of our safer recruitment measures, Perth & Kinross Council carries out rigorous checks on the right to work in the UK, qualifications, employment history, including references, and fitness to undertake the post. Some jobs may have been traditionally carried out predominately by one gender, but we would encourage you to apply if you meet the requirements, irrespective of your gender. A healthy work life balance is important to Perth & Kinross Council and we provide supportive management and flexible working arrangements to help you achieve a healthy work life balance. You will have access to training and support for continued professional development. Perth & Kinross Council welcomes applications from former armed forces personnel/reservists. Many of the skills picked up during your military career could be transferred directly into a role with local government.