Overview

£56,509 - £62,159 the band minimum is the normal starting pay for those new to a role. In exceptional circumstances, when relevant skills and experience can be identified, a higher starting salary may be considered.

We will give full consideration to requests for flexible and part time working, such as reduced hours, compressed hours or job sharing. We also offer hybrid working and recognise the many benefits this brings. The nature of the role will determine if flexible and hybrid working options are possible.

Interview date – 20 October 2025

About BAS

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

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.

Role and responsibilities

• 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.

Requirements

• 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.

Please download job description for more details.

If we’ve just described you, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now at bas.ac.uk/vacancies.

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.

If you are looking for an opportunity to work with world class and amazing people in one of the most unique places in the world, then British Antarctic Survey could be for you.

If you require the job information in an alternative format (i.e. email, audio or video), or would like any further information or support, please do not hesitate to get in touch at jobs@bas.ac.uk or alternatively you can call us on 01223 221508.