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Mayo County Council is inviting applications from suitably qualified persons for the above competition. Local Authorities have an important role in the delivery of climate mitigation and adaption, which is reflected at National level in the Climate Action and Low Carbon Development (Amendment) Act 2021, where each Local Authority is required to prepare and implement a Local Authority (LA) Climate Action Plan, to ensure a coherent approach to climate action across the administrative and political structures of local authorities in Ireland. As part of the LA Climate Action Plan, each LA is responsible for driving actions in relation to the targets set out for greenhouse gas emissions and energy efficiency, in both the LA’s own remit and assets and infrastructure, and in influencing and facilitating actions within the LA area. Mayo County Council has an established approach to climate action, with the Mayo County Council Climate Action Plan 2024-2029 currently being implemented. The strategic priorities of the plan are to: 1. Future Proof our Council (Actions that fall within the role, remit, and governance of Mayo County Council) 2. Future Proof our Place (Our physical and natural assets) 3. Future Proof Our Communities (Our people) The role of the Energy Officer is to work as part of Climate Action Team and coordinate and manage the Energy Team in Mayo County Council. The objective of this role is to increase the energy efficiency, reduce the energy consumption and reduce the amount of Green House Gases generated by Mayo County Council, while working to deliver the National Targets as set out in the Climate Action and Low Carbon Development (Amendment) Act, 2021, the National Climate Action Plan 2024 and the Mayo County Council Climate Action Plan. The role will include delivering on the energy commitments in the Local Authority Climate Action Charter, and any other relevant agreements that Mayo County Council may commit to. The Energy Officer will be responsible for a range of projects and initiatives to advance the Council’s objectives for energy efficiency and emission reduction. 1. CHARACTER: Candidates shall be of good character. 2. HEALTH: Candidates shall be in a state of health such as would indicate a reasonable prospect of ability to render regular and efficient service. 3. EDUCATION, TRAINING, EXPERIENCE, ETC: Each candidate must, on the latest date for receipt of completed application forms: – a) hold an honours degree (level eight in the National Framework of Qualifications) in Engineering or Science. b) have at least five years satisfactory relevant experience. c) possess a high standard of technical training and experience. d) possess a high standard of administrative experience. * Non-Irish Qualifications must be accompanied by a determination from Quality and Qualifications Ireland (QQI) to establish their comparability against the Irish National Framework of Qualifications, overseas qualifications must also be accompanied by a translation document. REQUIREMENT- DRIVING LICENCE Full current category B Driving Licence, without any endorsements. 4. DESIRABLES In addition to the primary degree, the applicant may wish to demonstrate training and experience by way of one or more of the following areas: Energy Management · Honours degree in Energy Services or Energy Management. · Experience in energy data management, energy consumption Monitoring and Reporting (M&R) and other reporting methods to SEAI. · Demonstration of knowledge and experience in implementation and maintaining ISO50001 energy management system and accountability for delivering on climate action targets. · Certification as an energy manager Certified Energy Manager (CEM) accreditation. · Certification as a measurement and verification professional applying IPMVP, CMVP accreditation. · Experience in the design, project management, and energy efficiency projects. · Knowledge or experience of Energy Performance Contracting (EPC). · Knowledge or experience of Energy Services Companies (ESCo’s). Energy Auditing · Knowledge and experience of energy auditing practices and reporting. · Knowledge of non-domestic Building Energy Rating (BER) assessment and modelling. · Display Energy Certificates (DECs) and (BERs) for public buildings. Renewable Energy · Experience in the design, funding and project management, of renewable energy projects, electrical or thermal (<=3 MW) · Experience in the design, funding & project management, of renewable energy projects in buildings. · Experience in the design, funding and project management, of renewable energy projects in transport. Local Government – Climate Action · Understanding of public sector obligations in relation to energy efficiency and carbon reduction targets, climate change and how energy use impacts it. · Demonstrate a high level of technical competence and experience in formulating, implementing and managing strategies, plans, projects, studies or processes including stakeholder engagement. · Demonstrate an understanding of the aims and objectives of the Climate Change Action Plan and the All of Government Climate Disruption Plan together with knowledge and understanding of fostering and maintaining productive working relationships with Government Departments and EU agencies and an understanding of climate change policies and legislation. · Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of public sector climate action mitigation projects and requirements under the National Energy Efficiency Action Plan (NEEAP) and the EU Covenant of Mayors. · Demonstrate a record of excellent project management skills resulting in successful outcomes including collaboration with internal and external stakeholders. · Demonstrate the ability to simultaneously manage and co-ordinate multiple projects of differing scale, nature and complexity. · Demonstrate a track record of excellent communication skills including building relationships with other agencies and engagement with community led organisations. · Demonstrate a high level of IT competence, including database compilation, maintenance and analysis and demonstrate proven competence in statistical methods and data analysis and experience of data analysis software. · Experience in participation in EU projects including seeking funding, developing international partners, project application and management. · Competence and experience of financial and budget management & technical report writing skills. 5. CITIZENSHIP Candidates must, by the date of any job offer, be: (a) A citizen of the European Economic Area (EEA). The EEA consists of the Member States of the European Union, Iceland, Liechtenstein and Norway; or (b) A citizen of the United Kingdom (UK); or (c) A citizen of Switzerland pursuant to the agreement between the EU and Switzerland on the free movement of persons; or (d) A non-EEA citizen who is a spouse or child of an EEA or UK or Swiss citizen and has a stamp 4 visa; or (e) A person awarded international protection under the International Protection Act 2015 or any family member entitled to remain in the State as a result of family reunification and has a stamp 4 visa; or (f) A non-EEA citizen who is a parent of a dependent child who is a citizen of, and resident in, an EEA member state or the UK or Switzerland and has a stamp 4 visa. 1. POSITION : A panel will be formed from qualified candidates from which permanent and temporary appointments may be made. The initial assignments are to Environment or the Climate Action Regional Office dependent on the requirements of the Council at the time of appointment. This is a pensionable whole-time position on the basis of a 35-hour 5-day week. The role requires flexibility in terms of working hours as the duties may involve working outside of normal office hours, as required. 2. The salary shall be fully inclusive and shall be as determined from time to time. The holder of the position shall pay to the Local Authority any fees or other monies (other than inclusive salary) payable to or received by such holder by virtue of the position or in respect of services, which are required by or under any enactment to perform. SALARY SCALE: €57,909 €60,017 €62,124 €64,235 €66,345 €68,454 €70,565 €72,663 €74,784, €76,887 (maximum), €79,311 (after 3 years satisfactory service at maximum) €80,498 (after 6 years satisfactory service at maximum). The starting pay for new entrants will be at the minimum of the scale and the rate of remuneration may be adjusted from time to time in line with Government pay policy. 3. DUTIES: The duties of the post are to give to the local authority, and (a) such other local authorities or bodies for which the Chief Executive, for the purposes of the Local Government Acts 2001 and 2014, is Chief Executive, and (b) to any other local authority or body with which an agreement has been made by the local authority, or by any of the authorities or bodies mentioned in subparagraph (a) of this paragraph under the general direction and supervision of the Chief Executive or such other employee as the Chief Executive may from time to time determine, such appropriate services of an executive, administrative or management nature as may be required by any local authority or body hereinbefore mentioned in the exercise and performance of any of its powers, functions and duties to exercise such powers, functions and duties as may be delegated to him / her by the Chief Executive from time to time, including the duty of servicing all committees that may be established by any such local authority or body. The post holder will, if required, act for an employee of a higher level if qualified to do so. The following are among the principal duties envisaged: 1) Coordinate and manage the Mayo County Council Energy team, to deliver on energy/emission targets and objectives including: 2) Working with ASBN Energy Bureau to deliver on agreed energy reduction actions. 3) Assisting with Pathfinder Projects including the monitoring and verification of energy and carbon savings post project implementation. 4) Manage the Mayo County Council Energy Management Tool. 5) Coordinate the development and implementation of ISO 50001 Energy Management System. 6) Monitor and Report on requirements for the local authority which involves: · Managing / Assisting in the maintenance of M&R database for SEAI (MPRNs, GPRNs, Unmetered Public Lighting, Fleet fuel, other machine fuels etc.) · Supporting local authority departments in collecting and sorting of all data annually to meet monitoring and reporting requirements. · Annual Monitoring & Reporting to SEAI & data verification. 7) Identification of potential energy efficiency projects on an ongoing basis 8) Mentor local authority departments in ensuring all energy/emission statutory obligations. 9) of the local authority are met; M&R, DECs, NDBERs, Building Audits, Organisational Audit, 10) Work as a key part of the Climate Action Team of the local authority to meet implementation and reporting commitments and the delivery of energy, emission reductions and climate actions of the Local Authority Climate Action Plan. 11) Assist in the development and implementation of the Decarbonising Zone. 12) Provide assistance to the Community Climate Action Officer on energy related projects. 13) Undertake any other duties as may be required to support the implementation of the local authority’s agenda on energy efficiency and emission reduction. The Energy Officer will operate under the direction of and report to the Climate Action Coordinator of the Climate Section. They must undertake those duties as assigned to them by their supervisor. The Energy Officer will also report to the Head of Section and the Director of Service of the section to which they are assigned, or any other person designated by the Director of Service. Notwithstanding the requirements of the post, successful applicants may be assigned to any service area / role within the Local Authority at an analogous level by the Chief Executive at any time. 4. COMPETENCIES: Candidates for the post must demonstrate that they have competency and skills in the following areas. Application forms should include two practical examples which demonstrates these competencies. Interviews will be competency based and marks will be awarded under these skills sets. Management & Change · Think and act strategically from a management and engineering perspective. · Implement agreed strategies to meet objectives and the ability to expand and improve the range, quantity or quality of existing services. · Clear understanding, awareness, and experience of practical reality of delivery and promotion of services. · Political awareness, have clear understanding of political reality and context of the organisation and develops and maintains positive, productive, and beneficial working relationships with all stakeholders. · Effectively manage the introduction of change and demonstrate flexibility and openness to change. Delivering Results · Make timely, informed and effective decisions and show good judgement and balance in making decisions or recommendations. · Pinpoint critical information and address issues logically. Understand the context and impact of decisions made. Act decisively and makes timely, informed and effective decisions. · Manage the allocation, use and evaluation of resources to ensure they are used effectively to deliver on operational plans. Drive and promote reduction in cost and minimisation of waste. · Promote the achievement of quality outcomes in delivering services. Organise the delivery of services to meet or exceed the required standard. Evaluate the outcomes achieved, identify learning and implement improvements required. Performance Through People · Lead, motivate and engage employees to achieve quality results and to deliver on operational plans. · Effectively manage team performance including underperformance or conflict. · Have highly effective verbal and written communication skills and present ideas clearly and effectively to individuals and groups. · Ability to work in a multi-discipline team environment. Candidates will also be assessed at interview on the basis of how they demonstrate their Relevant Knowledge and Experience. Specialist Knowledge, Expertise and Self Development · Knowledge and understanding of the role of Energy Officer. · Range and depth of experience relevant to the post. · Specialist knowledge, expertise in previous & current working environment. · Understanding of local government legislation, local government policy. · A clear understanding of Health and Safety Policy and Procedures. 5. RESIDENCE: Holders of the position shall reside in the district in which his/her duties are to be performed or within a reasonable distance thereof. 6. ANNUAL LEAVE: Annual leave entitlement is 30 days per year. 7. TRAVEL: Mayo County Council reserves the right to provide a vehicle to enable you to carry out your duties. The provision of a vehicle will be at the discretion of the Chief Executive. 8. SHORTLISTING: Normally the number of applications received for a position exceeds that required to fill existing and future vacancies to the position. While candidates may meet the eligibility requirements of the competition, if the numbers applying for the position are such that it would not be practical to interview everyone, Mayo County Council may decide that a number only will be called to interview. A shortlisting process will apply whereby a group of applicants will be selected for interview who, based on an examination of the documents provided by each applicant, appear to be the most suitable for the position. This is not to suggest that other candidates are necessarily unsuitable or incapable of undertaking the job, rather that there are some candidates who are, prima facie, better qualified and/or have more relevant experience. In the event of a shortlisting exercise being employed, The shortlisting process can take the form of:- · Shortlisting of candidates on the basis of information contained in their application form (It is therefore in the interests of each candidate to provide a detailed and accurate account of his/her qualifications/ experience on the application form). · Other written, oral or practical tests appropriate to the position. · Preliminary interviews to reduce the number of candidates to a more manageable number for the final Interview Board or · Preliminary interviews to determine qualified candidates, after which a selected number of the qualified candidates are called back for final interview. 9. APPOINTMENT: Candidates whose names are on a panel and who satisfy the Local Authority that they possess the qualifications declared for the position and that they are otherwise suitable for employment may within the life of the panel be employed as relevant vacancies arise. The life of the panel will be one year from the date of its establishment. The local authority shall require a person to whom an appointment is offered to take up such appointment within a period of not more than one month and if he/she fails to take up the appointment within such period or such longer period as the local authority in its absolute discretion may determine, the local authority shall not appoint him/her. 10. REFERENCES/DOCUMENTARY EVIDENCE : Each candidate will be required to submit as references the names and addresses of two responsible persons to whom they are well known but not related. Candidates will be required to submit documentary evidence to the Local Authority in support of their application. CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE.
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