Head of Environmental Compliance
Liverpool | Salford | Leeds | Newcastle
Circa £90,000 + Car Allowance + Excellent Benefits
Are you an experienced environmental professional with strong expertise in permitting, compliance, and regulatory engagement, ready to lead compliance for a global recycling specialist?
If so, you might be interested in the Head of Environmental Compliance role I am currently recruiting for. My client is a global leader in the waste and recycling sector, operating across hundreds of sites worldwide with revenues exceeding £4 billion.
Key responsibilities of the Head of Environmental Compliance include:
1. Managing the company's portfolio of environmental permits, exemptions, consents, and licences.
2. Overseeing environmental management plans and statutory submissions to regulators, including the Environment Agency, SEPA, and local authorities.
3. Acting as the primary liaison with regulators, maintaining proactive relationships and ensuring compliance across operations.
4. Driving continuous improvement in environmental governance and supporting regional SHEQ activities.
Candidate requirements:
1. Significant experience within the waste sector, with strong knowledge of environmental permitting and regulatory compliance.
2. A degree in an environmental discipline (such as Environmental Science or Chemistry), preferably with professional qualifications (e.g., MCIWM, IEMA).
3. Experience working with regulators, particularly the Environment Agency, and industry associations.
4. Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence at all levels.
For more information or to discuss your next career move, contact Alex Lee at 01923 432 644.
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