Environmental Advisor
Cambridgeshire
£45,000
A leading food manufacturer is looking for an Environmental Advisor to play a key role in supporting the company's environmental and energy strategy. This business produces some of the most recognisable food products in the world and chances are you've seen them through many well-known global brands. You will be partnering with these huge company's to help achieve their environmental, sustainability and energy goals!
This position will support the site in meeting environmental and energy legislation, maintaining ISO 14001 and ISO 50001 standards, and driving continuous improvements in sustainability performance. You'll act as a technical specialist, promoting best practice and helping reduce environmental impact across a busy manufacturing site.
Key Responsibilities
Maintain and develop the ISO 14001 and ISO 50001 management systems, ensuring compliance and audit readiness
Monitor environmental and energy legislation, advising the leadership team on any updates or required actions
Support internal and external audits, inspections, and associated reporting
Monitor and report on emissions, effluents, waste streams, and resource usage across the site
Lead environmental monitoring programmes including air quality, noise, and wastewater
Manage waste contractors to ensure compliant segregation, storage, recycling, and disposal
Develop initiatives to reduce waste, emissions, and hazardous substances
Support investigations into environmental incidents and implement corrective actions
Work closely with production, engineering, and maintenance teams to deliver energy efficiency improvements
Track energy consumption and key performance indicators, producing reports for management review
Support energy audits and ensure continued compliance with ISO 50001
Promote environmental and energy awareness across the site, encouraging behavioural change
Maintain environmental records, permits, and documentation in line with regulatory requirements
Deliver environmental and energy awareness training to employees and contractors
About You
Qualification in Environmental Science, Sustainability, Energy Management
Strong understanding of ISO 14001 and ISO 50001 standards
Experience working within a manufacturing environment
Good knowledge of environmental and energy legislation
Confident analysing data and producing clear, meaningful reportsIf you would like to make a difference in a global company, please apply or get in touch with Owen on (phone number removed)