Job summary
Contract- Permanent
Hours - 37.5 hours per week
Base - York
York Teaching Hospital Facilities Management (YTHFM) are seeking an experienced, organised and self-motivated data analyst to support the development of cost-effective carbon reduction solutions through the collation, reporting, monitoring and projection of our carbon emissions in line with requirements and the Trust's Green Plan.
The Net Zero Carbon Data Analyst, works under the strategic direction of the Head of Sustainability and is part of the Sustainability team. The postholder has responsibility for obtaining information from across the Trust and YTHFM Departments to collate the annual carbon footprint and report on the carbon (CO2e) changes that are occurring every month. You will also monitor the impact, and potential impact, of existing and proposed activities on the Trust's pathway to delivering a Net Zero NHS, together with meeting the requirements of the Health and Care Act 2022 and the NHS Standard Contract Service Condition 18. Part of the work will be to communicate the cost and carbon savings achieved through a variety of methods whilst also ensuring environmental compliance and improvement, including improved patient experience, across the estate.
The Sustainability team sits within the Property and Asset Management Directorate of YTHFM with the aim of innovatively reducing our impact on the environment, whilst simultaneously making our healthcare services more sustainable for future generations.
Main duties of the job
The Net Zero Carbon Data Analyst provides professional and reliable advice on carbon monitoring and analysis, on behalf of YTHFM for York and Scarborough Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust.
The role includes, but is not limited to, the following:
1.Create, collate, calculate, maintain and report on the organisations carbon footprint, incorporating direct and indirect emissions, in accordance with legislation and NHS guidance.
2. Identify improvements to data accessibility, potential carbon and cost saving opportunities through scenario modelling and business case development work.
3. Respond to requests for summary reports on the data, information and carbon reporting methodologies for internal and external stakeholders.
4. Develop spreadsheets of data inputs and outputs, including info-graphics and data tables for the purposes of converting activities into carbon footprints and projecting performance against national targets.
5. Working on own imitative, develop methodology for monthly, quarterly and annual reporting, based on best practice and own innovative ideas, under the direction of Head of Sustainability.
6. Identify priority areas to reduce carbon emissions and liaise with stakeholders to ensure that appropriate action is taken.
About us
Our benefits
We offer a range of benefits to support our staff including:
- Access to the NHS Pension Scheme, providing generous benefits upon retirement, as well as a lump sum and pension for dependants
- 27 days holiday rising to 33 days (depending on NHS Trust service)
- A variety of different types of paid and unpaid leave covering emergency and planned leave
- Confidential advice and support on personal, work, family and relationship issues, 24/7, from our Employee Assistance Programme
- NHS Car Lease scheme and Cycle to Work scheme
- An extensive range of learning and development opportunities
- Discounts on restaurants, getaways, shopping, motoring, cinema and finance from a range of providers
For further information on the fantastic range of benefits we offer please visit the Trust's dedicated Staff Benefits pages.
YTHFM are currently funding level 1 membership of a Tailored Healthcare Cash Plan for all substantive Band 2 and 3 staff, on a trial basis and as a gesture of goodwill. This provides employees with access to a range of benefits, including refunding the costs of optical and dental services, physiotherapy and wellbeing treatments, up to defined limits. This does not form part of our terms and conditions of employment and could be withdrawn at any time. We also offer discounted membership of Westfield Health's standard Plan for staff on bank contracts or employed in Band 4 or above.
Job description
Job responsibilities
A full description of the role is available in the attachment: job description.
Working for the Trust
Across our organisation, people are guided by values that were co-developed with staff: we are kind; we are open; and we pursue excellence.
Our values play into our ambition to develop a more diverse workforce, truly representative of our communities. We welcome applications from everyone, while working with our Staff Networks - including our Race Equality, LGBTQ+, Disability and Carers Networks - to increase the number of applications we receive from different backgrounds. If there is anything we can do to make our application process more accessible to you, please contact: recruitment@york.nhs.uk.
As part of seeking to become more inclusive, we will consider requests for flexible working from the start of your employment. It may not be suitable for every role, but we will try and be supportive where we can. We would encourage you to speak to the recruiting manager named within this advert to discuss any requirements you may have.
Armed Forces Friendly Employer
We are holders of the Gold Award from the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme, which is helping actively promote SaBRE - Supporting Britains Reservists and Employers. This means that we have made a statement of intent to support all Defence personnel, including with applications for employment.
COVID-19 Vaccination Requirements
Our Trust continues to strongly encourage our staff to be vaccinated against COVID19, this remains our best defence to protect our patients, ourselves and everyone else.
Job description
Job responsibilities
A full description of the role is available in the attachment: job description.
Working for the Trust
Across our organisation, people are guided by values that were co-developed with staff: we are kind; we are open; and we pursue excellence.
Our values play into our ambition to develop a more diverse workforce, truly representative of our communities. We welcome applications from everyone, while working with our Staff Networks - including our Race Equality, LGBTQ+, Disability and Carers Networks - to increase the number of applications we receive from different backgrounds. If there is anything we can do to make our application process more accessible to you, please contact: recruitment@york.nhs.uk.
As part of seeking to become more inclusive, we will consider requests for flexible working from the start of your employment. It may not be suitable for every role, but we will try and be supportive where we can. We would encourage you to speak to the recruiting manager named within this advert to discuss any requirements you may have.
Armed Forces Friendly Employer
We are holders of the Gold Award from the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme, which is helping actively promote SaBRE - Supporting Britains Reservists and Employers. This means that we have made a statement of intent to support all Defence personnel, including with applications for employment.
COVID-19 Vaccination Requirements
Our Trust continues to strongly encourage our staff to be vaccinated against COVID19, this remains our best defence to protect our patients, ourselves and everyone else.
Person Specification
Education and Qualifications
Essential
- oEducated to degree level, or equivalent, ideally in an environmental subject
Desirable
- oAdditional qualifications or training in Environmental management
- oKnowledge of NHS Carbon Footprint Plus
- oKnowledge of key NHS specific guidance on environmental issues i.e., Health Technical Memorandum ('HTM') 07-01, HTM 07-02, HTM 07-04 and HTM 07-07Data analysis training
- oMembership to a relevant energy / environment professional body (e.g. IEMA, CIBSE)
Experience and Knowledge Required
Essential
- oKnowledge of carbon reporting methodologies, relevant legislation and key NHS specific guidance on delivering net zero carbon
- oExperience of carbon footprint reporting and carbon projection projects
- oProven knowledge and understanding of environmental management issues affecting large, complex, organisations particularly efficient utility (energy & water) use, waste management and carbon reduction.
- oExperience of developing XL spreadsheets for the purposes of monitoring current performance and projected performance
Desirable
- oDemonstrable persuasive communication skills, with the ability to engage with a broad range of individuals to establish current use of waste, energy, water, medical gases and spend on all e class and all other purchases in terms of carbon emissions reduction actions
- oExperience of environmental auditing and/or EMS implementation (i.e., ISO 14001/EMAS)
- oExperience of working in an acute NHS hospital environment
Skills and Attributes
Essential
- oExcellent analytical skills with the proven ability to work with, and manage, complex datasets.
- oExcellent communication and presentation skills, both verbal and written
- oNumerically competent with high degree of accuracy
- oStrong MS Excel skills (Vlookup, Function, SUMIF, and Pivots)
Desirable
- oExperience in using Power Bi and/ or energy software platforms
Aptitude and Personal Qualities
Essential
- oAbility to use initiative, be proactive and effectively prioritise tasks
- oAdaptable to data set formats
- oDemonstrates integrity, empathy, discretion, and professionalism
Person Specification
Education and Qualifications
Essential
- oEducated to degree level, or equivalent, ideally in an environmental subject
Desirable
- oAdditional qualifications or training in Environmental management
- oKnowledge of NHS Carbon Footprint Plus
- oKnowledge of key NHS specific guidance on environmental issues i.e., Health Technical Memorandum ('HTM') 07-01, HTM 07-02, HTM 07-04 and HTM 07-07Data analysis training
- oMembership to a relevant energy / environment professional body (e.g. IEMA, CIBSE)
Experience and Knowledge Required
Essential
- oKnowledge of carbon reporting methodologies, relevant legislation and key NHS specific guidance on delivering net zero carbon
- oExperience of carbon footprint reporting and carbon projection projects
- oProven knowledge and understanding of environmental management issues affecting large, complex, organisations particularly efficient utility (energy & water) use, waste management and carbon reduction.
- oExperience of developing XL spreadsheets for the purposes of monitoring current performance and projected performance
Desirable
- oDemonstrable persuasive communication skills, with the ability to engage with a broad range of individuals to establish current use of waste, energy, water, medical gases and spend on all e class and all other purchases in terms of carbon emissions reduction actions
- oExperience of environmental auditing and/or EMS implementation (i.e., ISO 14001/EMAS)
- oExperience of working in an acute NHS hospital environment
Skills and Attributes
Essential
- oExcellent analytical skills with the proven ability to work with, and manage, complex datasets.
- oExcellent communication and presentation skills, both verbal and written
- oNumerically competent with high degree of accuracy
- oStrong MS Excel skills (Vlookup, Function, SUMIF, and Pivots)
Desirable
- oExperience in using Power Bi and/ or energy software platforms
Aptitude and Personal Qualities
Essential
- oAbility to use initiative, be proactive and effectively prioritise tasks
- oAdaptable to data set formats
- oDemonstrates integrity, empathy, discretion, and professionalism
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
