Environmental and Sustainability Manager
Location: Oldham, Manchester area, England, United Kingdom
Position Overview:
The Environmental and Sustainability Manager is responsible to lead and implement Think Hire’s internal environmental and sustainability strategy, ensuring compliance with environmental regulations and driving improvements in sustainable operations. The role involves working across departments to embed sustainability practices, reduce environmental impact, and achieve long-term sustainability goals.
Key Responsibilities
* Support the development, lead the implementation, and review the company’s sustainability strategy.
* Design and deliver initiatives that reduce carbon emissions, improve resource efficiency, and support net-zero goals
* Advise senior management on climate-related risks and opportunities.
Compliance & Reporting
* Ensure compliance with applicable environmental regulations.
* Review Environmental Policy at least annually
* Conduct environmental audits and risk assessments.
Project Management
* Communicate effectively with multiple stakeholders across different divisions
* Oversee sustainability projects from concept to implementation, ensuring measurable impact.
* Manage budgets, progress reporting and timelines for projects.
Stakeholder Engagement
* Engage employees and partners through campaigns, training, and events that build a culture of sustainability
Data & Performance Monitoring
* Develop and maintain internal records and performance reports to track progress against KPIs, regulatory obligations, and net zero targets
* Monitor and analyse energy generation, consumption, and system performance data across all renewable assets to identify trends and opportunities for optimisation
* Ensure company accreditations are maintained: ISO, RISQS, Considerate Constructors, Ecovardis, Supply Chain Sustainability School and Positive Planet
Key Skills
* Strategic thinking and problem-solving abilities.
* Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
* Ability to lead cross-functional teams.
* Analytical mindset with attention to detail.
* The ability to drive insights from sustainability data
* Passion for sustainability and environmental protection.
Qualifications & Experience:
* Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Sustainability, or related field.
* Minimum 5 years' experience in environmental management.
* Strong knowledge of environmental legislation and standards (e.g., ISO 14001).
* Proficiency in sustainability reporting tools (e.g., GRI, CDP).
* Membership in a professional environmental body (e.g., IEMA, CIWEM).
* Experience with ESG frameworks or CSR programs.
* Knowledge of climate risk assessments or biodiversity strategies.
* Company pension
* Cycle to work scheme
* Free on-site parking
* Private medical insurance
Ability to commute/relocate:
National travel required – based at Think Hire Oldham HQ
At Think Hire, we empower clients to achieve their net-zero goals through innovative decarbonisation and renewable energy solutions As the UK's leading off-grid Energy-as-a-Service provider, we provide relocatable renewable energy systems and solar hybrid power generation to clients across various industries (e.g. construction, infrastructure, public sector).
We are dedicated to delivering exceptional solutions that meet our clients' needs and exceed their expectations. As contract delivery support at Think Hire, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the successful execution and management of our contract projects. Our work directly contributes to a more sustainable future - making this role ideal for someone who wants to drive real-world environmental impact
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We have over 60 years combined experience in the design, manufacture, hire and sale of innovative products, with an environmentally considerate power supply.
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