Role Purpose
The Senior Environmental & Sustainability Advisor supports the development and implementation of the company's environmental and sustainability initiatives. This role focuses on promoting sustainable practices, ensuring regulatory compliance, and helping to minimise the company's environmental impact. The advisor works closely with various departments to embed sustainability into the company's operations and culture.
Role Summary
1. Provide advice and support to operational teams on environmental and sustainability issues.
2. Maintain relationships and liaise with regulators, clients, and subcontractors on matters of environmental management and sustainability.
3. Undertake inspections of projects regularly to ensure on-site compliance with environmental legislation and coach teams in applying controls and mitigations.
4. Support sustainability activities for the project and business.
5. Help implement and promote environmental initiatives such as carbon footprint measurement, energy use reduction, waste management, and green procurement.
6. Collate, input, and report on environmental KPI data and compliance documentation.
7. Stay informed of changes to standards and legislation, recommending updates to systems and processes as needed.
8. Produce and update environmental and sustainability plans and risk assessments.
9. Support operations and design teams on environmental management, compliance, and mitigation measures including pollution control and ecology protection.
10. Liaise with stakeholders to obtain licenses and ensure ongoing compliance.
11. Investigate environmental incidents and support controls to prevent recurrence.
12. Develop and deliver training and educational materials on environmental issues.
13. Support audit and assurance activities, including facilitating external audits.
14. Maintain accurate records related to environmental activities.
15. Perform other duties as appropriate.
The company has experienced significant growth, employing a vast workforce and supporting clients nationwide.
Candidate Profile
* Demonstrates a genuine passion for environmental issues and sustainability, committed to ongoing development.
* Understands Net Zero principles with experience in carbon measurement and reduction strategies.
* Has practical knowledge of environmental risk mitigation in construction, including waste and water management, pollution prevention, and biodiversity.
* Works independently and manages conflicts effectively during site inspections.
* Capable of delivering confident presentations.
* Passionate about environmental sustainability and conservation.
Technical Specification
* Minimum of 4 years' experience in environmental management or related fields.
* Experience supporting environmental projects and analyzing environmental data.
* Degree in environmental or sustainability discipline.
* Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
* Current UK Driving License.
Desirable Qualifications
* Membership of IMEA.
* Internal environmental auditor certification.
* Experience using Hazwaste Online for Hazardous Property Assessments.
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