Sustainability and Public Health Practitioner

Nhsscotland; Scotland; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

A public health organization is seeking a Sustainability and Public Health Practitioner in the United Kingdom, Scotland. This permanent role involves contributing to sustainability initiatives aimed at reducing greenhouse gas emissions. Candidates must demonstrate strong report-writing and communication skills while engaging in collaborative projects. The position offers a supportive environment in a modern office in Benbecula, with occasional travel to nearby islands. Interested candidates can contact the Senior Health Promotion Officer at the provided email for more details.

Benefits

Free on-site parking

Supportive working environment

Qualifications

• Strong report-writing skills.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.

Responsibilities

• Collect, interpret, and present sustainability data.
• Contribute to the development of specialist programs.
• Drive the sustainability agenda across NHS Western Isles.

Skills

Report-writing

Communication

Data interpretation

Collaboration

Independent work

Job description

NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. To this end, NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society.

Sustainability and Public Health Practitioner

• Band 5
• Salary £33,247 – £41,424 per annum
• Plus £1,406 Distant Islands Allowance per annum
• Permanent
• 37 hours per week

An exciting opportunity has arisen with NHS Western Isles to join the Public Health Directorate as a Sustainability and Public Health Practitioner. This role offers the chance to contribute to the development and implementation of specialist programmes. You will help NHS Western Isles meet NHS Scotland’s commitment to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and achieve net‑zero emissions from its supply chain across all NHS Boards.

You will be actively involved in collecting, interpreting, and presenting sustainability data, demonstrating a clear understanding of relevant policies, legislation, and guidance. Your input will drive the NHS Western Isles sustainability agenda across the Islands. Strong report‑writing skills and the ability to provide recommendations and direction to others are essential. Excellent communication skills are required, as is the ability to work effectively on multi‑agency projects. You should be able to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team and thrive under pressure when required.

NHS Western Isles offers a supportive, collaborative, and friendly working environment. You will join an established and experienced Public Health team, taking part in a range of professional activities and projects aimed at improving and protecting the health of the population in the Western Isles.

This is a full‑time, permanent post based in Benbecula, working within a small Public Health team, with occasional travel to other sites including Barra, Harris, and Lewis. There is free on‑site parking, and you will be based in a bright, modern, open‑plan office close to the local secondary school and good public transport links.

To find out more or arrange an informal chat about the role, please contact Alison MacDonald, Senior Health Promotion Officer at [e-mail].

This post is not eligible for sponsorship; the successful applicant will be required to register with the PVG Scheme. This post is not eligible for relocation expenses.

Closing Date 1st February 2026