Best.Energy is a global leader in energy monitoring and management, and our mission is simple: to forge a built environment that is more energy efficient, more intelligent, more sustainable, and more pleasing to live and work in.
Our industry-leading technology and products are used in over 70 countries by hundreds of well-known brands such as KFC, 7-Eleven, Walmart, IBM, and McDonald's. In the last 18 months, we have grown substantially and are proud to have such talented people in our business. To help us on our journey, we need more brilliant people to join us to tell the world about the ‘greatest story never told’ - that monitoring and targeting is the key to tackling the Climate crisis we all face. If working with purpose is important to you, and you want to contribute to protecting our planet, then read on.
As a Freelance Energy Surveyor at Best.Energy, you will play a critical role in supporting our clients’ energy saving and Net Zero journeys. You will conduct site-based energy surveys, focusing on the evaluation of energy-consuming equipment such as heating, lighting, and air conditioning systems. Your expertise will help our clients identify energy-saving opportunities and align with ESOS compliance standards. Below are some of the key objectives of the role, though it is by no means exhaustive:
- Conducting comprehensive energy surveys on site, assessing the efficiency of energy-consuming equipment including boilers, heating, lighting, and air conditioning.
- Composing detailed energy survey reports that align with ESOS compliance standards.
- Arranging and preparing Risk Assessments and Method Statements (RAMS) before site visits.
- Providing recommendations for energy efficiency improvements to support clients' Net Zero targets.
- Collaborating closely with internal teams to ensure seamless project delivery and customer satisfaction.
- Staying updated with industry regulations and best practices to provide cutting-edge advice to clients.
- Potential for progression into site management, ESG, optimisation, or other areas of the business.
- Previous experience in conducting site-based energy surveys is essential.
- Ideally, you should have an ESOS Lead Assessor qualification, but this is not mandatory, or be CEA accredited or similar
- DEA/NDEA certification is desirable.
- A clean driving license is required as the role involves travel and overnight stays.
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to explain technical information clearly.
- Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage your own schedule efficiently.
- IT literacy, particularly in using CRM systems and report-writing software.
- Strong analytical skills
- A proactive approach with a passion for sustainability and energy efficiency.
- Competitive freelance rates
- Opportunities for progression within the business.
- Flexible working hours, with a focus on work-life balance.
- Access to our modern workspace in Bristol when required.
- Ongoing training and development to enhance your skills.
- A chance to work on impactful projects with leading global brands.
This is our wish list, but don't let it put you off applying if you don't think you have everything below!
Life at Best.Energy is busy - make no mistake about that! We’re people on a mission (and a great one at that) and we all look after each other. As a freelance member of our team, you’ll have access to a supportive network and opportunities for ongoing collaboration. Additionally, we offer:
We celebrate diversity and know that it’s critical for our success at Best.Energy. We welcome and encourage applications from everyone and work hard to be an inclusive employer. If you’re brilliant at what you do and have a passion for supporting the race to net zero then we want to hear from you.
If you need any adjustments made to the application or selection process so you can do your best, let us know. We’ll be happy to help.