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Energy Advisor (Fixed-Term)
West of Scotland
Oak Tree Housing Association
£36,517.00
Job Description
We are delighted to have received funding form the Energy Industry Voluntary Redress Scheme to employ a knowledgeable, approachable, and motivated Energy Advisor to join our team on a fixed‑term basis. In this role, you will support households across Inverclyde, including tenants of Oak Tree Housing, Cloch Housing, Larkfield Housing and River Clyde Homes, to reduce their energy consumption, manage energy costs, and access available financial support. You will provide practical advice to households on energy efficiency, home heating, and behavioural changes that can help individuals and families stay warm and reduce bills. This is an excellent opportunity for someone passionate about sustainability, community support, and helping people make meaningful improvements to their homes and wellbeing.
Key responsibilities will include, delivering one‑to‑one energy advice via home visits, telephone, online sessions, and community events. Support households to understand their energy bills, tariffs, and supplier options. Provide guidance on reducing energy consumption and improving home energy efficiency. Assist clients in identifying and applying for grants, rebates, and financial support schemes. Maintain accurate records of advice sessions, outcomes, and client details, work in partnership with local organisations, community groups, and referral partners. Contribute to outreach initiatives, workshops, and energy‑saving campaigns across Inverclyde.
Candidates should have previous experience providing advice or support services, strong communication and interpersonal skills, a good understanding of home energy use, heating systems, and fuel bills with a full driving licence and access to their own car to be able to travel across the local area.
The Association is centrally located in Greenock, easily accessible from Glasgow and several other locations. In return, the Association provides excellent conditions of service. Employers in Voluntary Housing (EVH) Conditions of Service apply to this post. Full details are provided within the job pack.
Only applicants progressing to interview stage will be contacted, with interviews due to take place on Wednesday 15th April 2026
The Association is centrally located in Greenock, easily accessible from Glasgow and several other locations. In return, the Association provides excellent conditions of service. Employers in Voluntary Housing (EVH) Conditions of Service apply to this post. Full details are provided within the job pack.
If you meet the requirements for this post, please download the job pack from our website and apply by submitting a CV and covering letter/email to Gil Boyle on recruitment@oaktreeha.org.uk
Oak Tree Housing Association is an Equal Opportunities Employer, welcomes applicants from all sections of the community, is an Investors in People organisation and is a charity registered in Scotland, registration number SC045300.
Closing date for applications
Monday 6th April 2026, 17:00
Full salary & employment details
Fixed Term (funded until 31st March 2028)
35 hours per week, Monday to Friday
EVH GRADE 6 (PA17- PA20) Starting salary: £36,517.00 per annum
Job Type
Full Time
Recruiter information
Contact name: Gil Boyle
Email address: recruitment@oaktreeha.org.uk
Phone number: 01475807000
Company website: Visit website
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