Join our team of Retrofit Coordinators
Play a key role in transforming homes for a sustainable future – keeping them warm in winter, cool in summer, and energy-efficient all year round.
Are you passionate about making homes more energy-efficient? As a Retrofit Coordinator, you’ll help guide home energy improvement projects from start to finish – ensuring quality, managing risks, and providing homeowners with the confidence to retrofit their properties.
With the UK committed to net zero by 2050, retrofitting homes is more important than ever. At Cosy Homes Oxfordshire, we’re simplifying the process, making it easier for homeowners to upgrade their homes for comfort, efficiency, and sustainability.
Why become a Retrofit Coordinator?
By joining the Cosy Homes Oxfordshire team, you’ll:
- Be part of a trusted network – join RetrofitWorks, a cooperative of industry experts leading the way in home retrofit and low-carbon construction.
- Gain a recognised qualification – we’ll support you in becoming a certified Retrofit Coordinator, opening doors to new opportunities.
- Work on meaningful projects – help reduce carbon emissions and improve home energy performance across Oxfordshire.
- Receive ongoing professional support – with training, networking, and access to a community of retrofit professionals.
“Joining as a Retrofit Coordinator has exposed me to different specialists, ideas, products, techniques etc and as a result I feel more confident in my knowledge and the advice I give. It feels great to feel part of a team and working towards a common goal.”
Natasha Ginks, REtrofit Coordinator
How to get started
To become a Retrofit Coordinator, you’ll need:
- Experience in the building industry
- A minimum Level 3 qualification in a built environment discipline
- Strong customer service skills
- Experience issuing contracts and tenders
If you’re new to retrofit coordination, don’t worry – we can help you access the necessary training. Once qualified, you’ll join our delivery team and benefit from TrustMark accreditation, administrative support, and a steady pipeline of clients.
Ready to make a difference?
Get in touch to express your interest, and we’ll guide you through the next steps: email: membership@retrofitworks.co.uk or call: 0330 223 2742
“It feels great to be part of a regional programme with targets, systems, funding, training opportunities and a steady stream of clients. We need more Retrofit Coordinators to deliver the pipeline of clients we have looking for retrofit support – so I’d definitely encourage others to join and get involved.”
NATASHA GINKS, RETROFIT COORDINATOR
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