A881 Asset Sustainability Officer

Asset Sustainability Officer

Permanent

Grade B

Consultation grade - subject to formal evaluation under the Pay Equity Review

Working 37.5 hours per week

About the Role

We are seeking a motivated Asset Sustainability Officer to support the delivery of the Councils energy efficiency and sustainability ambitions across the housing stock. Working closely with the Asset Sustainability Lead and key stakeholders you will help ensure investment programmes deliver measurable improvements in energy performance and long-term sustainability.

This role blends technical insight data analysis and stakeholder collaboration to drive better outcomes for residents and the environment.

What Youll Be Doing

• Support delivery of energy efficiency and sustainability programmes aligned to significant annual investment.
• Undertake and audit energy and sustainability surveys across residential properties.
• Evaluate improvement options and recommend solutions to enhance asset performance.
• Work with contractors and internal stakeholders to embed and monitor sustainability initiatives.
• Produce performance reports highlighting trends risks and opportunities for improvement.
• Provide advice to residents on energy efficiency measures grants and home improvement options.
• Support colleagues through training and guidance on data systems and performance tools.

About You

You will bring a blend of technical understanding analytical thinking and strong communication skills with a commitment to improving housing quality and environmental outcomes.

You Will Have:

• Experience surveying domestic properties and assessing works to meet defined standards and targets.
• Knowledge of housing standards such as Decent Homes and HHSRS.
• Understanding of asset management principles within social housing or a similar environment.
• Experience working directly with residents communicating clearly and sensitively.
• Ability to analyse data compare solutions and make evidence-based recommendations.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills and collaborative working style.
• Relevant professional expertise or equivalent practical experience.

Why Join Us

• Contribute to improving the energy performance of thousands of homes across the city.
• Support large-scale investment programmes with real environmental and social impact.
• Work with a wide range of stakeholders across housing finance and commercial teams.
• Help residents access practical advice and funding to reduce energy costs.
• Develop your expertise in sustainability housing standards and asset performance.
• Be part of a service committed to continuous improvement and responsible investment.
• Play a role in delivering the Councils wider climate and sustainability ambitions.

Please upload your up-to-date CV via the attachments part of your application this is required for shortlisting. Unfortunately we cannot consider any applications without a CV attached

Birmingham City Council is an accredited Disability Confident Leader employer andwe arecommitted to employing retaining and developing all of our people.

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A Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check will be undertaken.

Proof of Right to work in the UK will be required for all applicants in accordance withUK Home Office requirements before any employment offer can be confirmed.

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