About The Role
Focused on making an impact.
Are you ready to take a leading role in one of London’s most innovative heat network programmes? We are looking for a skilled and driven professional to help shape the future of low‑carbon energy in Islington.
Heat Network Engineering & Operations Manager, you will play a central role in ensuring the council’s flagship heat networks are technically robust, financially sustainable and delivering real benefits to residents. This is a unique opportunity to combine engineering leadership with operational and commercial oversight in a role that has tangible impact on climate action, energy costs and fuel poverty.
What you’ll be doing
- Lead the technical direction, performance and long‑term optimisation of the Bunhill Heat Networks
- Oversee the delivery of engineering projects from concept through to commissioning and handover
- Manage live network operations, ensuring reliability, efficiency and compliance
- Performance manage contractors and drive continuous improvement across O&M contracts
- Provide commercial and financial oversight, including budgets, cost recovery and value for money
- Support corporate energy management activities, including procurement, billing and carbon reporting
What we’re looking for
- Strong background in mechanical or building services engineering, ideally within heat networks or low‑carbon systems
- Experience delivering engineering projects alongside managing live operational assets
- Knowledge of energy systems, performance optimisation and contractor management
- Understanding of energy procurement, billing processes or financial oversight in an operational context
- Ability to analyse data, manage risk and make sound technical and commercial decisions
- Strong communication skills, with experience engaging a range of stakeholders
About the team
You’ll join the Energy Services Team within the Climate and Environment directorate, working closely with the Head of Energy Services and a small, specialist team responsible for the council’s heat networks, energy procurement and carbon reduction programmes. The team plays a critical role in delivering Islington’s climate commitments while ensuring the effective operation of complex energy infrastructure.
Benefits
- Up to 31 days leave per year, increasing to 36 days after five years of local government service
- A range of flexible working arrangements to maintain a healthy work‑life balance, as well as a 35‑hour working week
- Learning and development opportunities to maximise your potential
- Competitive pay and a commitment to paying all staff the London Living Wage at minimum
- Excellent local government pension scheme
- Cycle to Work scheme and discounted gym memberships
- Local discounts from restaurants, shops, health and beauty therapists, and more!
Equal Opportunities
We are dedicated to creating an inclusive and equitable workforce, where everyone is treated with dignity and respect. Our workforce strategy places equality, equity, diversity, and inclusion at the heart of everything we do, reaffirming our commitment to fostering a culture of inclusion. We maintain a zero‑tolerance approach to any unlawful discrimination, harassment, or victimisation on the grounds of any protected characteristics under the 2010 Equality Act.
Contact
Nimish Shah, Head of Energy ServicesEmail: Nimish.Shah@islington.gov.uk
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