Environmental and Sustainability Manager

isepglobal; England; On-site; GBP 80,000 - GBP 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics company based in the UK is seeking an Environmental and Sustainability Manager to oversee sustainability practices and ensure compliance with environmental regulations at their HPC site. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Environmental Science, strong knowledge of construction industry regulations, and experience in managing sustainability projects. This role offers a competitive salary, bonus, and career development opportunities within a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Annual leave of 25 days + Bank Holidays

8.5% bonus

Life assurance scheme

Pension Scheme with 5% employer contribution

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Experience compiling and reviewing RAMS specific to tasks.
• Strong construction or engineering background.
• Experience in a multi-disciplined safety critical environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage and monitor sustainability and environmental practices.
• Provide support for strategies aligning with ISO 14001:2015 requirements.
• Guide logistics teams to meet environmental compliance.

Skills

Strong working knowledge of Environmental regulations

Excellent communication skills

IT literacy

Education

Degree in Environmental or related discipline

Job description

Overview

Are you ready for a new challenge within Construction Logistics? Do you want to work for a business that genuinely values and empowers its employees? Do you want to work for a business that is committed to your development, progression and well-being?

We have an exciting opportunity for you to join us as an Environmental and Sustainability Manager at our HPC site.

Responsibilities

As an Environmental and Sustainability Manager, you will be dedicated to supporting our Logistics Team and HSE department. You will manage and monitor employees' and contractors' working practices related to sustainability and environmental culture. You will be responsible for supporting the development of strategies and systems and providing advice and support to ensure Wilson James Logistics teams are working in line with the Site Construction Phase Plans, processes and procedures, including current legislation and industry best practice. You will guide and assist logistics teams in their working practices to meet ISO 14001:2015 requirements, and you will drive the environmental agenda for all colleagues. The post holder will be fully integrated with Wilson James' Sustainability leadership team, working collaboratively with senior leadership. You will have previous experience working within environmental and/or sustainability, have a good knowledge of technical and policy approaches to environmental management and sustainability, as well as experience leading projects.

What we can offer you

• Salary starting from £63,000
• 8.5% bonus
• Travel and lodge allowance
• Working Monday - Friday
• Annual leave of 25 days per year + Bank Holidays
• Life assurance scheme
• Company sick pay
• Pension Scheme 5% employer contribution
• Access to an industry leading Employee Benefits Platform offering lifestyle savings and discounts on most high street retailers, a Reward and Recognition programme
• The opportunity to develop your career with access to training and development programmes
• Employee Assistance Programme that provides a health and wellbeing support service
• As an employer of choice, we focus on wellbeing, training, and career progression
• Employee Referral Scheme
• Access to online GP service for you and your dependant

What we need from you

• Degree in Environmental or related discipline
• Strong working knowledge of Environmental regulations, specific to the construction industry logistics activities.
• Good understanding of UK legislation and practical control of water pollution, waste management, ecology, soils and air quality.
• IEMA or similar membership
• CITB H&S test pass certificate for Managers & Professionals
• Experience in compiling and reviewing RAMS specific to task
• Strong construction or engineering background.
• Experience working in a multi-disciplined safety critical environment.
• Excellent written and spoken communication skills, able to communicate at all levels.
• IT literate - Strong electronic communication, spreadsheet, and presentation skills.
• An understanding of the principles of equality and diversity in relation to visitors' and employee's

Site Specific Information

• You must be able to obtain the HPC pass.

Wilson James is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age. A criminal conviction will not necessarily be a bar to obtaining a position, however each case will be assessed on an individual basis. For information about Wilson James' commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion, https://wilsonjames.co.uk/sustainability

Please be aware that, on occasion, we may close a vacancy earlier than the advertised deadline if we receive a high volume of strong applications

Internal Applicants

At Wilson James, we support career growth and offer internal mobility to help employees explore new roles and advance within the company. Committed to promoting from within, we provide clear career pathways and continuous skill development. Unlock your potential by applying for exciting internal opportunities and new challenges.