Environmental Strategy Expert (Previous Relevant Experince is Required)

JR United Kingdom; Sheffield; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology company in the UK seeks a Senior Environmental Advisor to implement sustainability strategies and ensure compliance with environmental regulations. The role involves UK-wide travel and offers a hybrid working model, emphasizing a commitment to an inclusive culture and diverse opportunities.

Benefits

Company Car

34 days holiday

Company pension scheme

Family-friendly policies

Occupational health support

Discounts on cinema and shopping

Qualifications

• Experience in environmental and sustainability roles in Rail, Telecoms, Utilities, or Construction.
• Proven ability to deliver environmental impact reductions.

Responsibilities

• Provide guidance on environment and sustainability compliance.
• Support risk management and establish environmental assurance regimes.
• Prepare sustainability and carbon reduction plans.

Skills

Environmental Compliance

Sustainability Strategy

Risk Management

Project Management

Education

PIEMA

ISO14001:2015 Lead Auditor

Job description

Below is a revised version of the job description with improved formatting and clarity:

Environmental Strategy Expert (Previous Relevant Experience Required), Sheffield, South Yorkshire

Client:

Telent

Location:

Sheffield, South Yorkshire, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Views:

5

Posted:

12.05.2025

Expiry Date:

26.06.2025

Job Description:

Senior Environmental Advisor Warwickshire, United Kingdom (Hybrid)

At Telent, you will have the opportunity to be part of something bigger. To keep things moving, connect people, and do important work. Join us to learn, inspire colleagues, and improve the organization. Help keep the nation’s critical networks connected and protected 24/7.

Reporting to the Environmental and Sustainability Manager, the Environmental and Sustainability Specialist (Senior Environmental Advisor) will play a key role in implementing Telent’s Sustainability Strategy and supporting Business Units to meet waste, carbon reduction objectives, customer expectations, ISO14001, and legal requirements across our Rail and Asset Management divisions. This role involves up to 50% UK-wide travel and is flexible in terms of working location.

What you’ll do:

• Provide specialist guidance and advice to EHS teams and project leads on environment and sustainability to ensure compliance with customer and regulatory requirements.
• Support risk management by establishing environmental assurance regimes, including audit programs, and ensuring effective practices through inspections and audits.
• Assist in preparing sustainability and carbon reduction plans for contracts and bids.
• Develop and maintain performance data and generate carbon management reports for various requirements.
• Ensure regular reviews of environmental aspects and impacts within Business Units, including climate change risk assessments.
• Support project teams to embed sustainable and carbon reduction practices throughout project lifecycles.

Who you are:

You should have experience in a similar environmental and sustainability role within relevant industries such as Rail, Telecoms, Utilities, or Construction.

Key Requirements:

• Minimum qualification: PIEMA
• ISO14001:2015 Lead Auditor certification
• Experience providing technical sustainability and environmental advice for business operations
• Proven ability to deliver tangible environmental impact reductions across product lifecycles
• Experience managing complex technical projects and change initiatives
• Full driving license and willingness to travel across the UK

What we offer:

A career at Telent offers opportunities across many sectors, roles, and technologies, allowing you to develop new skills and make an impact. We are committed to an inclusive culture that values diversity and fosters a sense of belonging.

The additional benefits include:

• Company Car
• 34 days holiday including public holidays, with options to buy or sell days
• Company pension scheme
• Family-friendly policies
• Occupational health support and wellbeing portal
• Discounts on cinema, restaurants, and shopping through Telent Reward scheme

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About Us:

Telent is a leading technology company specializing in designing, building, supporting, and maintaining critical digital infrastructure in the UK. Our work connects communities and enhances digital connectivity. Join us to make a meaningful impact and fulfill your potential in a collaborative environment.