Energy and Carbon Manager

British Antarctic Survey (BAS) is looking for an exceptional Energy and Carbon
Manager to join our Net Zero and Polar Estates teams. BAS delivers and enables
world-leading interdisciplinary research in the Polar Regions. We employ experts from many
different professions to carry out our Science as well as keep the lights on, feed the research
and support teams and keep everyone safe! 

Working at BAS is rewarding. Our skilled science, operational and support
staff based in Cambridge, Antarctica and the Arctic, work together to deliver research that
uses the Polar Regions to advance our understanding of Earth as a sustainable planet. Through
our extensive logistic capability and know how BAS facilitates access for the British and
international science community to the UK polar research operation. Numerous national and
international collaborations, combined with an excellent infrastructure help sustain a world
leading position for the UK in Antarctic affairs. British Antarctic Survey is a component of
the Natural Environment Research Council (NERC), which is part of UK Research and Innovation
www.ukri.org

As a valued member of our team, you’ll be eligible for the following
benefits: 

• 30 days annual leave plus bank holidays and 2.5 privilege days
• Excellent civil service pension (with 26% or more employer contribution, depending on your
  band)
• 24 hours/365 days access to employee assistance programme (EAP – including support with
  physical, mental, social, health and financial issues)
• Flexible and family friendly working opportunities
• Cycle to work scheme
• Access to discounted shopping on a range of retail, leisure and lifestyle categories and
  much more.

You’ll be joining our Net Zero and Polar Estates teams, working closely with
colleagues from the Antarctic Infrastructure Modernisation Programme (AIMP). These
multidisciplinary teams are at the forefront of delivering sustainable, energy-efficient
infrastructure and operational improvements across our Antarctic and UK operations.

You’ll help us deliver high-impact energy and carbon reduction initiatives at
Rothera Research Station, including optimising building systems, supporting renewable energy
integration, reducing reliance on fossil fuels, and driving behavioural and cultural change as
part of our commitment to achieve Net Zero Carbon emissions by 2040. 

Within the role, there will be an opportunity to develop technical expertise in decarbonisation
strategies, renewable energy feasibility, advanced building systems, and data-driven energy
management, as well as leadership experience through stakeholder engagement, strategic project
support, and culture change initiatives in one of the world’s most unique and challenging
environments.

Current projects the team are working on include post-occupancy evaluation and
optimisation of the new “Discovery” Building at Rothera research station, energy system
upgrades and redevelopments including the Hangar at Rothera, data analytics to improve fuel use
across the station and manage energy demand, and feasibility studies for integrating renewable
energy systems in Antarctic operations.

You’ll be joining a world-leading interdisciplinary research organisation, that is committed to
recruiting talented people like you, progressing your career and giving you the support, you
need to thrive at BAS.

Some of your main responsibilities will include:

• Lead energy and carbon reduction efforts at Rothera Research Station.
• Provide expert advice on HVAC, BMS, heating, and building systems.
• Support renewable energy and decarbonisation feasibility studies.
• Conduct energy audits and analyse energy/carbon performance data.
• Collaborate with AIMP and Estates teams to align infrastructure with Net Zero goals.
• Develop energy dashboards and support data-driven optimisation.
• Drive culture change through staff engagement and Carbon Literacy training.

Please download job description for more details.

We are looking for an experienced and technically skilled Energy and Carbon Manager with a
strong background in building energy systems, carbon and energy data analysis, and energy
auditing. The ideal candidate will have excellent stakeholder engagement skills, proven
experience delivering net zero or sustainability projects, and a relevant engineering
qualification. A proactive and flexible approach to work is essential, along with strong
communication and teamworking skills. 

If we’ve just described you, we’d love to hear from you. 

What experiences can we offer you? 

At BAS we believe everyone plays a vital role, is unique and valued, therefore, we embrace
diversity as well as equality of opportunity and are committed to creating an inclusive and
welcoming working environment where everyone’s unique perspectives are valued. 

Different perspectives and collaborative working help us achieve our best work and come
together to form a high performing team which makes positive changes in the business. That’s
the power of every individual. Our cultural values are built on mutual respect, inclusion,
commitment and excellence.