Environmental Advisor

Position Environmental Advisor

Location Yorkshire/North East

Salary £40,000 - £50,000 (depending on experience)

Are you a passionate Environmental Advisor ready to make a tangible impact within the fast-paced construction sector? This is your chance to join a leading construction company and become a key player in our mission to build a more sustainable future across the Northern regions.

We're looking for a proactive and reactive individual who can effectively implement and maintain robust Environmental Management Systems (EMS) and elevate environmental awareness across the diverse projects. You'll be instrumental in shaping our environmental performance, ensuring they not only meet but exceed regulatory obligations and industry best practices.

What you'll be doing:

• Driving Environmental Performance: You'll be at the forefront of improving and maintaining our environmental performance and compliance across all projects.
• Implementing Key Tools: Support project teams in setting up vital environmental management tools, including noise, air, and vibration monitors, as well as ecological surveys and pollution prevention measures.
• Ensuring ISO14001 Compliance: Play a crucial role in ensuring our EMS is fully compliant with ISO14001 standards.
• Proactive Management: Conduct regular site inspections and audits, identifying areas for improvement and coordinating effective corrective and preventative actions.
• Expert Guidance: Provide essential technical support on a wide range of environmental management aspects.
• Staying Ahead: Ensure all environmental legislation changes are effectively communicated and implemented throughout the business.
• Incident Management: Take charge of incident and emergency management, fulfilling our reporting obligations to regulatory bodies.
• Collaborating for Success: Work closely with our HSEA and Sustainability teams, offering training and guidance where needed.
• Data & Reporting: Assist in assessing, analysing, and collating environmental performance data for both internal and external reporting.
• Liaising with Regulators: Build and maintain strong relationships with regulatory bodies like the Environment Agency.

What we're looking for:

• A minimum of 2 years' experience in a dedicated environmental position.
• A Bachelor's degree or equivalent in a relevant discipline (e.g., environmental studies, sustainable development). A Master's degree is a bonus!
• Strong environmental management skills and a proven track record in both environmental documentation and management.
• Confident communication and presentation skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with diverse teams and external stakeholders.
• Solid relevant legislative knowledge.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel. Knowledge of ArcGIS is highly desirable.
• Membership of the IEMA (Institute of Environmental Management and Assessment) is a strong advantage.
• A genuine commitment to equality and diversity and a keen understanding of effective customer care processes.

Why apply?

This is an exceptional opportunity to truly make your mark within a large, forward-thinking construction company. You'll receive comprehensive professional development opportunities, work on exciting projects, and be part of a supportive team dedicated to environmental best practices. If you're ready to take on a challenging yet rewarding role that directly contributes to a more sustainable future, we want to hear from you!

Please call Adam @ Randstad on 07917243870 for more information!

Randstad CPE values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.

Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

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