Environmental Advisor - £45,000-£50,000 + £5,000 Car Allowance + Package - Infrastructure / Water – Scotland – ID: 11629
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Are you an Environmental Advisor looking for a role where you can take ownership across major infrastructure projects and work closely with operational teams on live construction sites?
Principal People are working with a leading infrastructure contractor to recruit an Environmental Advisor to support a long-term water framework across Scotland. This is a hybrid role covering multiple infrastructure projects, with a strong focus on practical site support, environmental compliance, and stakeholder engagement across live civils and utilities works.
This position will support the HSEQ function across a portfolio of water infrastructure projects including mains replacement, distribution network upgrades, reservoir works, and wider utilities projects. The business is looking for an experienced, site-ready Environmental Advisor who can operate independently and confidently engage with operational teams, regulators, and supply chain partners from day one.
What's in it for you?
* Salary up to £50,000
* Company Car / £5,000 Car Allowance + Mileage
* Variable Pension Scheme up to 13%
* 28 Days Annual Leave + Bank Holidays (With option to buy more)
* Private Medical (With option to add family)
* CPD, Development & Progression Support
* Long-term secured work within the UK water and infrastructure sector
What you will be doing:
* Providing environmental compliance support across live infrastructure and construction projects
* Supporting the implementation of the environmental and HS&E strategy across the framework
* Working closely with operational teams to promote a positive environmental culture
* Conducting environmental inspections, audits, and ISO 14001 compliance reviews
* Managing environmental risks and supporting mitigation measures across projects
* Supporting waste management compliance and environmental performance monitoring
* Liaising with regulators, environmental authorities, clients, and supply chain partners
* Investigating environmental incidents and non-conformities, identifying root causes and corrective actions
* Delivering environmental training, awareness sessions, and best practice guidance
* Producing environmental reports and supporting continual improvement initiatives across the framework
What they are looking for:
* Environmental Qualification or related Degree Level Qualifications
* IEMA membership or working towards would be advantageous
* Experience in an Environmental role within construction, utilities, infrastructure, water, power, or civils.
* Good understanding of environmental legislation, environmental management systems, and risk management
* Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
This is an excellent opportunity for an Environmental professional looking to join a major infrastructure framework with long-term secured work, autonomy in the role, and strong career development opportunities within the utilities and infrastructure sector. xsngvjr
If this sounds of interest, apply today!