Closing Date
2025-10-13
Job Title: Environmental Advisor
Location: Falmer (Brighton), Hybrid working model – 2 days per week in the office or on site
Contract Type: Permanent
Hours: Full time
Salary: Up to £45,000 depending on experience
About the role
Environmental Advisors provide project level environmental risk management to support the design, maintenance and construction of a wide range of projects.
Working within the Enabling Team in Engineering Technical Services (ETS) the role involves providing expert specialist technical support to projects from design conception to construction completion; providing practical solutions to ensure environmental risks are managed through Project Delivery, as well as seeking opportunities to enhance the man-made and natural environment.
Environmental advice and support is also given to the broader business when requested.
What you will be responsible for:
1. Undertake environmental assessments
2. Accurate report preparation, including reasoned arguments supported by evidence as required
3. Contribute to effective and demonstrable stakeholder management to ensure “buy in” from stakeholders and environmental regulators
4. Responsible for producing own work to a high standard
5. With senior staff support, solve problems including designing appropriate mitigation strategies
6. Work will require travel in the UK to office and / or sites
7. The role will entail some field work and may require out of hours (early morning, evening and weekend) working
8. Undertake own continuing professional development under guidance from line managers
Additional requirements specific to the role
9. Some field activities may require flexibility in working hours (early mornings, evenings or weekends)
10. A full UK driving licence is essential due to site travel
What you’ll bring to the role:
Essential
11. A relevant Environmental degree
12. Post‑graduate qualification in a related Environmental discipline
13. Strong organisational and communication skills
14. Ability to work independently on technical matters
15. Competence in MS Office
16. Understanding of UK environmental legislation, policy and guidance
17. Experience working with environmental specialists or contributing to environmental appraisals
18. Full UK driving licence
Desirable
19. Professional membership (associate or chartered) with a relevant body such as IES or IESPE
20. Experience supporting Environmental Impact Assessments
21. Technical experience in areas such as landscape, noise, odour, water or air quality, waste, nuisance, or planning
Progression opportunities
You will have opportunities to grow your expertise within ETS, develop toward chartership, and expand your responsibilities across more complex and high‑profile infrastructure projects.
About Southern Water
Southern Water is at the forefront of transforming Britain’s water industry, investing significantly to enhance resilience, sustainability, and service excellence. With £7.8bn planned investment for 2025–30, this is an unparalleled opportunity to join a business committed to delivering a generational shift in the way water services are managed.
You will be joining at a time of significant change, working alongside a highly skilled leadership team with a clear vision for the future. We offer an environment where professionals can make real impact, influence strategic decisions, and drive long‑term value.
Inclusive & empowering statement
At Southern Water, we believe diverse perspectives drive innovation. If you’re passionate about making a positive impact and think you can bring value to our team, we’d love to hear from you—even if you don’t tick every box. Your unique skills and experiences could be exactly what we need.
If this role isn’t quite what you’re looking for but are keen to be contacted about opportunities at Southern Water, you can register your details here: Introduce Yourself (myworkdaysite.com- Introduce Yourself)
Our commitment to diversity
We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, identities and experiences. We do not discriminate based on race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, religion or any other protected characteristic. If you need reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know.
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