Retrofit & Sustainability Manager

Are you a sustainability champion with a passion for driving real change in housing and energy efficiency?

Freebridge Community Housing is looking for a Retrofit & Sustainability Manager to lead our environmental strategy and help us achieve our ambitious net-zero goals.

This is a brilliant opportunity for someone who thrives on innovation, understands the complexities of retrofit legislation, and wants to make a measurable impact across our residential and commercial property portfolio.

As Retrofit & Sustainability Manager, you'll be at the forefront of our decarbonisation journey-developing plans, unlocking funding opportunities, and collaborating with stakeholders to deliver energy-efficient upgrades. You'll manage retrofit programmes, ensure compliance with EPC and MEES standards, and lead on data-driven decision-making using SAP and energy modelling tools.

You'll work closely with internal teams, contractors, and residents to ensure retrofit works are future-proof, cost-effective, and customer-centric. From bid writing to contract mobilisation, you'll bring a methodical, organised approach to delivering high-impact sustainability projects

Type and term of contract: Full time, Permanent - with hybrid working

About us

Our Freebridge Community Housing goal is to provide affordable, safe, and quality homes for current and future generations, for those who need a place to call home. Freebridge was set up in 2006, to receive the transfer of the Borough Council of King's Lynn and West Norfolk's housing stock. We now have over 7500 properties across west and north Norfolk, in addition to building new homes for social and affordable rent, and to support those who want to move into shared home ownership. We've had numerous achievements, including delivering our tenants' promises and bringing homes to the Decent Homes Standard, affording our customers a much better quality of living. At Freebridge, we live by our values: Belong, Own It, Think Customer, One Team One Purpose, and Be the Change.

What you'll be doing:

• Lead Freebridge's decarbonisation strategy, driving energy efficiency upgrades across our property portfolio to meet EPC Band C by 2030 and achieve Net Zero Carbon.
• Unlock funding and partnership opportunities, preparing compelling bids and managing grant compliance throughout retrofit programme delivery.
• Oversee retrofit works from start to finish, ensuring long-term impact, regulatory compliance, and alignment with PAS 2035 and TrustMark standards.
• Manage and analyse energy data, using SAP modelling tools to inform strategic decisions and track performance improvements.
• Champion sustainability across the organisation, building networks, influencing best practice, and collaborating with residents to shape environmentally responsible services.

What we're looking for:

To be successful with your application, you'll need to show that you meet the following essential criteria:

• You bring solid knowledge of retrofit legislation, sustainability frameworks, and energy efficiency standards You have demonstrable expertise in statutory, regulatory, and best practice requirements, including PAS 2035:2023 and TrustMark compliance. You're well-versed in current retrofit legislation and Government targets, and understand how to apply these in practice to deliver compliant, future-proof solutions.
• You're confident managing complex data, budgets, and contracts You can interpret and manage technical detail, financial information, and contractual obligations with ease-and you know how to translate that complexity into plain English for colleagues, customers, and stakeholders.
• You've successfully led retrofit or sustainability programmes You've taken ownership of projects from inception to delivery, ideally within social housing or a related sector. You understand the funding landscape and have experience securing and managing grants or investment to support programme success.
• You're a proactive collaborator who builds strong relationships You work effectively with residents, internal teams, external stakeholders, and service providers to co-create impactful, customer-focused solutions that meet both strategic and community needs.

What's in it for you?

At Freebridge, we're appreciative of our team and we believe in empowering you to achieve your aspirations and dreams, both in your work and in your life. To help you achieve your goals, we offer a variety of core, including:

• Generous Holiday Leave: Enjoy 25 days holiday, plus bank holidays, increasing to 30 days after 5 years of service.
• Exclusive Employee Discounts: Access amazing deals through our Reward Gateway.
• Comprehensive Leave Policies: Enjoy 6 months full pay for maternity leave and 2 weeks full pay for paternity leave.
• Health and Wellbeing Support: Access physio and counselling services, along with an employee assistance programme.
• Charitable Leave: One day per year to volunteer for a cause you care about.
• Discounted Gym Membership: Stay fit with discounted membership at Alive Leisure.
• Work-life Balance: Enjoy an early finish on a Friday to kick-start your weekend!
• Pension Scheme: A company contributory pension scheme with generous employer contributions

Diversity & Inclusion

Diversity is key to our values and culture. We create a workplace where every voice is heard and respected, embracing diverse perspectives to drive innovation. Our inclusive environment empowers colleagues, ensuring equal opportunities for all. We don't discriminate against employees or potential employees based on protected characteristics. We're happy to accommodate reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process to enable you to perform your best. As part of this commitment, we also offer accessibility tours for candidates to help ensure an inclusive and welcoming experience from the outset.

Closing Date: Friday 3rd October 2025 (Please note we may close this role earlier should sufficient applications be received)