Environmental & Sustainability Advisor

Clancy Group; Dartford; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the construction sector seeks an Environmental & Sustainability Advisor to support their power division. The role involves conducting environmental assessments, ensuring compliance, and promoting sustainable practices. Candidates should have a degree in an environmental discipline and a passion for the environment. Competitive salary and benefits are offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Pension

Healthcare

Holiday allowance (24-26 days)

Employee discounts

Cycle-to-work scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Degree in environmental discipline or relevant experience.
• Strong knowledge of environmental legislation in civil engineering.
• Experience in construction, preferably utilities.

Responsibilities

• Conduct environmental assessments and develop plans.
• Ensure compliance with legal requirements and standards.
• Monitor and report on environmental performance.

Skills

Knowledge of environmental legislation

Risk management

Data interpretation

Communication skills

Incident management

Education

Degree in environmental discipline

Job description

View more categories | View less categories | Discipline: Earth, Environment & Energy | Hours: Full Time | Result Type: Jobs

We are ambitious and eager to hear from motivated individuals interested in environmental development!

If you are passionate about the environment and current issues, you'll find common ground with us!

The Role:

We are seeking an Environmental & Sustainability Advisor for our power division. Your role will support environmental excellence and foster innovation for sustainable growth. You will advise during the design, construction, and reinstatement phases of projects, ensure regulatory compliance, and promote environmental safeguarding. Excellent communication skills will be essential as you collaborate with colleagues, clients, and regulators.

Key Activities:

1. Conduct environmental assessments and develop plans aligned with the environmental management system.
2. Ensure compliance with legal requirements and environmental protection standards.
3. Support the collection and analysis of environmental data.
4. Monitor, analyze, and report on environmental performance.
5. Perform inspections and audits in accordance with ISO 14001, permits, and legislation, documenting non-conformances and improvement actions.
6. Assist operational teams with incident management and promote best environmental practices.
7. Report incidents and near misses, categorize them, and implement corrective actions.

Candidate Requirements:

• Degree in an environmental discipline or relevant experience.
• Strong knowledge of environmental legislation in civil engineering and utilities sectors, with experience managing risks.
• Experience in construction, preferably utilities.
• Ability to prepare environmental plans and reports, and interpret data effectively.
• Experience with permits, regulators, and ensuring onsite compliance.
• Proven ability to advise on risk mitigation and legal compliance.
• Passion for the environment and a drive for innovation and improvement.
• Full UK Driving Licence required for site visits.

About Our Company:

At Clancy, we work smarter, greener, and creatively every day. Our purpose is to improve lives for growing families by providing essential services like water and power. As one of the UK's largest family-owned construction firms, we value our people, clients, and the environment.

Next Steps:

Apply now. We aim to respond within two weeks. If you haven't heard back, please follow up—our commitment is to do what we say.

Benefits:

Competitive salary, pension, healthcare, holiday allowance (24-26 days), employee discounts, cycle-to-work scheme, and Employee Assistance Programme. We celebrate diversity and are committed to an inclusive workplace. Reasonable adjustments for interviews are available upon request.

We are signatories of the Armed Forces Covenant and Disability Confident.

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