Apprenticeship training course

Junior energy manager (level 3)

Helping organisations meet sustainability commitments by reducing energy consumption and reducing costs.

• Qualification level: 3 ; Equivalent to A level.
• Typical duration: 24 months
• Apprenticeship category: Construction and the built environment
• Maximum funding: £9,000 ; Maximum amount government will fund ; for apprenticeship training.
• Skills:
  Skills an apprentice will learn

  • Complete template reports and ensure records are maintained for audit and reporting purposes
  • Relate the workings of plant, processes and equipment to energy consumption
  • Identify and explain variables that vary the energy consumption of a building and process (Building operation: summer/winter; day/night, etc.)
  • Identify and explain suitable and measurable energy performance indicators (energy use, consumption, efficiency)
  • Implement and/or maintain metering and measurement plans and undertake basic analysis of the outputs
  • Carry out basic checks on bills and other recorded data to verify accuracy and repeatability
  • Contribute to all aspects of the energy and water use audits: conduct energy and water assessments and/or audits, and identify products’, systems’ and processes’ solutions that reduce energy and water consumption
  • Contribute to the organisation’s procurement process/products/services
  • Assist with the gathering of energy performance data and administration and implementation of energy awareness and motivation programmes and their associated communication strategies for reduced energy use
  • Identify, organise and use resources effectively to complete tasks as instructed, with consideration for efficiency, cost, quality, safety, security and environmental impact
  • Carry out basic financial calculations relating to energy costs and savings
  • Work effectively and safely when undertaking tasks to approved standards and safe working practices as part of a team, working alone or with appropriate supervision
  • Use a variety of appropriate communication methods to interact with others to give/receive information accurately, in a timely, positive and professional manner
  • Demonstrate analytical and problem solving skills
  • Communicate effectively using evidence-based reporting, communication and presentation skills

Full information on Junior energy manager (level 3) is available from the Institute for Apprenticeships and Technical Education.

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