The meeting of the Appointments Sub-Committee was scheduled to discuss the appointment of a new Director of Clean Energy and Heat Networks.

Appointment of Director of Clean Energy and Heat Networks

The most significant item on the agenda for the meeting was the proposed appointment of a new Director of Clean Energy and Heat Networks for Westminster City Council. The report pack for the meeting included a job description, person specification, and proposed salary for the role. It also included a list of the essential and desired experience for the role.

The postholder will be responsible for leading and managing the Clean Energy and Heat Networks team. This includes working closely with colleagues across the council, as well as external partners, to ensure the delivery of the council’s clean energy and heat networks strategy.

The successful candidate will have a proven track record in the clean energy and heat networks sector, with a strong understanding of the challenges and opportunities facing the sector. They will also have excellent leadership, communication and stakeholder management skills.

The report pack also explained why the role is important for Westminster City Council:

The council has set ambitious targets for reducing its carbon emissions and increasing the use of clean energy. The Director of Clean Energy and Heat Networks will play a key role in achieving these targets.