Compliance and Sustainability Coordinator / Environmental Officer
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Compliance and Sustainability Coordinator / Environmental Officer with previous experience in a similar environmental management / sustainability role, who has excellent communication and analytical skills is required for Hanson Plywood Limited based in Halifax, West Yorkshire.
SALARY: Competitive (DOE) + Excellent Benefits
LOCATION: Halifax, West Yorkshire (HX3) - 100% Office Based
JOB TYPE: Full-Time, Permanent
WORKING HOURS: 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday
Job Overview
We have a fantastic new job opportunity for a Compliance and Sustainability Coordinator / Environmental Officer with previous experience in a similar environmental management / sustainability role, who has excellent communication and analytical skills.
We are seeking a motivated and detail-driven Compliance and Sustainability Coordinator / Environmental Officer to lead and support our environmental, technical and ethical compliance efforts. This is a key role in ensuring our operations meet UK Timber Regulations (UKTR), FSC and PEFC Chain of Custody standards, and broader sustainability and environmental frameworks.
Working as the Compliance and Sustainability Coordinator / Environmental Officer you will play an active part in defining responsible sourcing and enhancing the environmental and technical performance of our product range. This role also offers the opportunity to become a key figure in contributing to the growth and development of the Hanson Environmental & Technical (HEAT) team, an integral function at the heart of our sustainability journey and promotional strategy.
We’re looking for someone who shares our commitment to sustainability and wants to make a meaningful impact. If you are excited by the opportunity to contribute to progressive responsible sourcing and environmental performance within a supportive team, we’d be happy to hear from you.
About Us
Hanson Plywood is a family-owned importer and distributor of responsibly sourced, wood-based panel products. With a long-term commitment to sustainability, we work closely with global suppliers to uphold high environmental and ethical standards. Our structure allows us to stay agile, value-focussed, and concentrated on building meaningful, lasting relationships across the supply chain.
DUTIES
Your duties as a Compliance and Sustainability Coordinator / Environmental Officer will include:
Responsible Sourcing
* Maintain the company due diligence system, assessing supply chain risks and maintaining responsible sourcing
* Manage and maintain compliance with company sustainable forestry certificates and chain of custody management
* Maintain and improve internal policies and procedures related to environmental compliance
* Engage with the wider trade to work on industry-level risk and collaborate on best practices
* Assist the company in preparing for new regulatory requirements
Environmental & Technical Support
* Manage the HEAT team mailbox, handling incoming environmental and technical queries for a varied customer base
* Support and collaborate company-wide on sourcing decisions, technical requirements and compliance requests from customers
Social & Ethical Compliance
* Ensure compliance with the UK Modern Slavery Act, including supplier due diligence and annual statement support
* Support ethical sourcing and fair labour practices across the supply chain
* Raise awareness and provide training on social compliance and ethical responsibilities
Essential
CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS
* Demonstrates initiative and self-motivation in managing responsibilities, while remaining collaborative and team oriented
* Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Word, Excel, and Outlook
* Excellent organisational and documentation skills, with a keen eye for detail
* Analytical and proactive approach to problem-solving
* Confident communicator with strong stakeholder engagement skills
* Adaptable and resilient, with the ability to manage change and evolving processes
* Consistently presents a professional manner in appearance, language, and behaviour
Desirable
* Experience in compliance, sustainability or environmental management ideally within the timber or construction materials sector
* Familiarity with UKTR, FSC and PEFC regulations and standards
* Experience with sustainability data collection and reporting tools
Opportunities for Growth
* HEAT Team Management: potential to eventually manage and develop the HEAT team, with responsibility over future initiatives and development of Hanson Plywood
* Sustainability & Carbon Reduction: opportunity to support the development and implementation of carbon reduction strategies aligned with Net Zero goals
* Quality & Continuous Improvement: option to work alongside the Quality team to ensure compliance with ISO 14001 (Environmental Management) and ISO 9001 (Quality Management) standards
* Product Performance, Lifecycle and Circularity: scope to support initiatives that promote product lifecycle awareness, recyclability, and circular economy principles
NO AGENCIES PLEASE
How To Apply
To be considered for this job vacancy, please submit your CV to our Recruitment Team who will review your details.
JOB REF: AWDO-P13656
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