Enviroment & Sustainability Officer

Marlborough Highways; Chelmsford; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company seeks an Environment & Sustainability Officer for a 12-month contract in Chelmsford. The role involves driving sustainability initiatives, implementing carbon reduction strategies, and ensuring compliance with environmental standards. Successful candidates will have a relevant degree, experience in a similar role, and strong data analysis skills.

Benefits

Access to 24/7 GP Helpline

Accident & Life Cover

Training & Development

Death in service cover

Employee Assistance Programme

Excellent Office Facilities

Family Friendly Policies

Free onsite parking

Private Pension

Company Social Events

Qualifications

• Experience in an environmental and sustainability role.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel & Data Analysis.
• Knowledge of legislation related to the construction industry is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Implement carbon plans and promote reduction activities.
• Report on KPIs and maintain the environmental legal register.
• Assist in designing Environment & Sustainability training.

Skills

Data Analysis

Communication

Education

Degree in a relevant field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Enviroment & Sustainability Officer

Department: Performance

Employment Type: Contract / Temp

Location: Chelmsford - HQ

Description

Location: Chelmsford

Are you passionate about sustainability and making a tangible impact on environmental practices? We're seeking a Environment & Sustainability Officer to join our team on a 12-month fixed-term contract, driving key initiatives that support carbon reduction, compliance, and environmental best practices across our business.

Key Responsibilities

Carbon Reduction & Compliance

• Implement our agreed carbon plan and promote carbon reduction activities across all MH contracts.
• Collate and analyse environmental and sustainability data using our in-house carbon calculator, monitoring corporate and contractual KPIs.

Reporting & Stakeholder Engagement

• Attend client meetings to report on KPIs, including carbon footprint data, waste generation, and material use statistics.
• Keep our environmental legal register updated and proactively prepare for changes in legislation.

Training & Audits

• Assist in the design and delivery of Environment & Sustainability training, policies, and processes across the business.
• Support external audits, including CCS, ISO 14001, PAS 2080, conducting site inspections, internal audits, and managing corrective actions.

Waste & Compliance Management

• Work alongside site supervisors, managers, and yard teams to ensure proper management of hazardous/non-hazardous waste while maintaining compliance with permits and regulations.
• Oversee COSHH assessments and legislation adherence.

Bidding & Supply Chain Support

• Assist with bid submissions and tendering processes, including bid writing and mobilisation.
• Help onboard and evaluate subcontractors and suppliers.

What We're Looking For:

Mandatory:

• Degree in a relevant field and/or industry experience in environment and sustainability.
• Experience in an environmental and sustainability role.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel & Data Analysis.

Desirable:

• Knowledge of legislation related to the construction industry.
• Waste management experience/certification.
• Strong communicator, able to engage effectively at all levels.
• Passionate about driving sustainability culture and change in a business.
• Willing to travel to depots, sites, and client meetings.

Benefits

Access to 24/7 GP Helpline
Accident & Life Cover
Annual & Monthly employee Awards
Training & Development
Death in service cover
Employee Assistance Programme
Employee Referral Scheme
Excellent Office Facilities
Family Friendly Policies
Free onsite parking
Private Pension
Retail Discounts
Company Social Events
Two Paid Volunteer days per year