About the role
Please note that the advertised salary for this position is subject to a pending pay award. The final salary will be adjusted in line with the nationally agreed pay award.
We are looking to recruit a motivated individual to join us as a Graduate Trainee in Carbon Reduction, Energy and Asset Management on a fixed-term, full time basis (12 months contract).
In this role, you’ll learn to use specialist software like CIPFA Asset Manager and Energy Manager and work closely with officers to support the regulatory functions of the team. Prior knowledge and experience of using AutoCAD would also be preferrable.
On a day-to-day basis you will:
1. assist the Programme Manager with energy and utility management including statutory billing of electricity, water and gas
2. conduct building surveys and utilise AutoCAD to verify asset data and ensure compliance, including at our schools, offices, leisure centres, depots and care homes
3. produce measured floor layout drawings
4. maintain building safety registers, including asbestos and legionella.
5. assist with delivering the roadmap to net zero carbon
To be eligible, you’ll need a 2:1 degree (or above) in a Built Environment subject such as Building Surveying or a related architectural discipline, completed within the last three years. In return, you’ll gain valuable public sector experience, grow your expertise in energy and asset management, and subject to outstanding performance leading to a follow-on contract, we will support you to gain RICS and MBIFM professional qualifications.
What’s in it for you?
6. a 12-month paid placement
7. a recognised project management qualification (Prince 2)
8. professional support and mentorship
9. 27 days of annual leave, plus 8 public holidays
10. hybrid working – subject to a suitable workspace, broadband connection, and service needs, you may choose to work from home or in one of our offices
11. flexi-time – subject to service needs, you may flex your working hours between 7:30 am and 7:00 pm, with hours in credit taken as additional leave
12. the potential for a follow-on contract, subject to outstanding performance and available funding, which may include further support to gain a specialist professional qualification
If you’re ready to launch a meaningful and rewarding career, apply now and start your journey with Team Ceredigion!
Additional Information
Detailed information about the opportunities and the employment experience we offer at Team Ceredigion can be found in the following documents:
13. Information Pack
Interview to be held week commencing the 4th of August.
Note: We reserve the right to extend the application closing date.
What we offer
Work-life balance
Lifestyle savings scheme
Generous employer pension scheme
Cycle to work scheme
Learning and development
Where you'll work
Economy and Regeneration
We play a fundamental role in the delivery of the Council’s key Corporate Strategy objective that seeks to boost the economy of the County and the Mid Wales region. We are organised into three main sections: Economy, Planning and Property Services. Our primary functions include:
14. Growth and Enterprise: Supporting economic growth and regeneration locally and across the region; Growing Mid Wales; the Corporate Estate and Development Opportunities; Project Support; European and local funding; Food Centre Wales and supporting Agri-Food development; Tourism promotion and development; Tourist Information Centres; Coast and Countryside
15. Planning Services: Supporting growth through Planning and Building Control Services; Strategic and Local Land Use Planning Policy; Development Management; Building Control; and Land Searches.
16. Property Services: Supporting the Council’s programme through Project Management; Property and Building Maintenance; Facilities Management; Carbon Management; and the Efficient Use of Council Property.