We are partnering with a well-established manufacturing business to appoint an Environmental & Sustainability Manager. This is a key leadership role, responsible for embedding environmental best practice across operations while supporting the business’s long-term sustainability and compliance objectives. The successful candidate will act as the site and group subject-matter expert on environmental management, regulatory compliance, and sustainability strategy, working closely with operations, engineering, supply chain, and senior leadership
Key Responsibilities
Lead and maintain ISO 14001 Environmental Management Systems across manufacturing sites
Ensure compliance with all environmental legislation, permits, and regulatory requirements
Act as the primary point of contact for regulators, auditors, and external stakeholders
Monitor and report on emissions, waste, water usage, and environmental performance metrics
Lead internal and external environmental audits and manage corrective actions
Develop and implement the company’s environmental and sustainability strategy aligned to business goals
Drive initiatives to reduce carbon footprint, energy consumption, waste, and resource usage
Support carbon reporting, life-cycle assessments, and ESG data requirements
Champion continuous improvement projects that deliver measurable environmental and commercial benefits
Support new product introductions with sustainability and compliance input
Provide environmental training and awareness programmes across the organisation
The ideal Candidate
Proven experience in an environmental, sustainability, or EHS role within a manufacturing or industrial environment
Strong working knowledge of UK and/or EU environmental legislation
Experience implementing and maintaining ISO 14001
Demonstrated ability to influence stakeholders in an operational setting
Strong analytical, reporting, and communication skills
Environmental or sustainability-related degree
IEMA, NEBOSH Environmental Management, or equivalent professional qualification
Experience with carbon reporting, ESG frameworks, or Science-Based Targets
Multi-site manufacturing experience