Environmental and Sustainability Advisor

McAleer & Rushe Ltd.; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 30,000 - GBP 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction company in the UK is seeking an Environmental and Sustainability Advisor to support compliance with environmental policies across various sites. The successful candidate will monitor operations, assist with environmental audits, and provide guidance on sustainable practices. Ideal applicants will have a degree in an Environmental-related discipline, practitioner membership with IEMA, and relevant experience in environmental compliance. This role offers a full-time position for a fixed term of one year.

Qualifications

• Degree in an Environmental or Sustainability discipline or equivalent experience.
• Practitioner membership of IEMA or similar organization.
• 2-3 years’ experience working in a similar role.

Responsibilities

• Monitor site activities to ensure compliance with environmental policies.
• Assist in developing Environmental and Site Waste Management Plans.
• Conduct environmental audits and provide coaching.

Skills

Environmental legislation knowledge

Risk assessment

Communication skills

Coaching ability

Audit experience

Education

Degree in Environmental or Sustainability discipline

Practitioner membership of IEMA or similar

2-3 years’ experience in a similar role

Tools

Databases

Spreadsheets

Reporting tools

Job description

Environmental and Sustainability Advisor

• Job Location: Cookstown
• Job Type: Full-time - 1 Year Fixed term

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Summary:

Our SHEQ (Health, Safety, Environment and Quality) Department provides group wide services to McAleer & Rushe Contracts UKand extended groups. As the Environmental and Sustainability Advisor, you will be responsible for monitoring on site activities to ensure all employees, sub-contractors and visitors comply with M&R Environmental policies, regularly traveling to sites throughout the UK to assist with projects.

Main Responsibilities

• Assist project teams in the application of M&R Environmental and Sustainability policies and procedures including site specific environmental plans and risk assessments (waste management, carbon footprint monitoring, pollution control, sustainable sourcing of materials ecology, social value and Considerate Constructors Best Practice).
• Communicate the requirements of current environmental legislation and the ISO 14001 standard.
• Offer assistance and guidance to Project Managers in drafting and developing site specific Environmental and Site Waste Management Plans.
• Assists project team in the co-ordination of BREEAM and HQM evidence during the construction and post construction phase of projects ensuring site teams are collating necessary evidence.
• To provide onsite engagement, support and coaching in Environmental and Sustainability procedures
• Collation of Environmental and Sustainability statistics to include carbon, waste, water and social value
• Liaise with subcontractors on all environmental issues during the design, construction, commissioning & handover of schemes.
• Conduct environmental and sustainability audits observing workers to ensure they are following company environmental policies and highlight any non-conformances
• Assists with the development for environmental and sustainability initiatives.
• Carrying out Environmental and Sustainability awareness training and toolbox talks
• Assist site teams in promoting environmental/ sustainability principles to ensure compliance and best practice e.g. the Considerate Constructors Scheme and site-specific assistance.
• Development of Environmental and Sustainability case studies and lessons learned across projects.
• Participates in site progress meetings and complete environmental investigation reports
• Attend regular SHEQ meetings and training as required.
• Any other duties as required by management.

Education/Experience

• A degree in an Environmental or Sustainability discipline or equivalent relevant experience in a similar role.
• Practitioner membership of IEMA or similar.
• 2-3 years’ experience working in a similar role.
• Experience of working in a busy, deadline driven working environment is essential as the role demands the ability to handle multiple submissions simultaneously.
• Experience of using databases, spreadsheets and the internet for reporting purposes.
• Experience of creating professional documentation to a very high standard with particular focus on accuracy.
• Creative flair coupled with the drive to produce bespoke tailored documents that accurately portray and sell the Company.
• Demonstrates high levels of commitment and a pro‑active attitude.
• Ability to always maintain confidentiality and to develop good working relationships with all company departments.
• Flexibility with regards to site location within the UK & Ireland.

McAleer & Rushe is an equal opportunities employer.