Environment Manager

Assystem GmbH; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering consultancy in Glasgow is seeking an experienced Environment Manager. This role involves ensuring compliance with environmental legislation and promoting sustainability. The ideal candidate will have a degree in an environmental or related field and strong communication skills. The position offers competitive benefits, including a pension scheme and paid annual leave, alongside a commitment to diversity and inclusion.

Benefits

Pension scheme (8% company contribution / 4% personal contribution)

25 days' paid annual leave + bank holidays + option to buy or sell days

Professional fees reimbursed

Qualifications

• Experience in an Environmental Management role.
• Detailed knowledge of UK environmental legislation related to construction.
• Ability to work independently with excellent communication skills.
• Experience with an environmental management system conforming to recognized standards.

Responsibilities

• Conduct site inspections and report environmental issues.
• Provide advice on environmental legislation and planning constraints.
• Support compliance with environmental legislation.
• Gather and collate environmental performance information.
• Review and update the Environmental Management Plan.
• Support delivery of environmental training.
• Assist in self-assessment and internal audits for compliance.

Skills

Knowledge of environmental legislation

Excellent communication skills

Experience in Environmental Management

Organizational and time management skills

Education

Degree in environmental or engineering/science related discipline

Job description

Overview

The UK government has pledged to reach carbon neutrality by 2050 and is investing in nuclear and renewable energies. Assystem, a leading provider of project management, design & construction supervision services within the nuclear industry, aligns its strategy to support the switch to low‑carbon energy, while recognising transport and infrastructure systems as major factors influencing government policy. By acquiring Schofield Lothian in 2021, Assystem reaffirmed its commitment to the UK\'s energy transition by combining strengths with a long‑established provider of consultancy services to the transport and infrastructure sectors, through sustainable performance improvements in four practice areas: Consents & Engagement; Commercial Management; Project Management; and Environment & Sustainability.

We are seeking an Environment Manager to ensure compliance with environmental legislation, permits, licences and consents. You will also work to protect the environment and collaborate across multiple teams to drive forward environmental performance.

Responsibilities

• Undertake site inspections of work areas and relay observations and/or report environmental issues where necessary, advising on remedial actions
• Provide written and verbal advice on environment legislation, permits, and environmental planning constraints for all activities on site
• Support compliance with environmental legislation and demonstration of substantiation of environmental protection equipment
• Gather and collate environmental performance information on activities
• Review and update the Environmental Management Plan to ensure it is compliant with environmental regulations
• Support the delivery of environmental training
• Support for self‑assessment and internal audit of site activities to ensure compliance against applicable legislation, processes and procedures and environmental best practice

Requirements

• Experience in an Environmental Management role
• Detailed knowledge of environmental legislation in the UK relevant to construction or industrial installations, plus knowledge of the supporting guidance, reference notes and industry best practice
• Ability to work independently with excellent communication/interpersonal and influencing skills
• Experience of operating within an environmental management system (EMS) conforming to recognised standards (BS EN ISO14001:2015)
• Ability to prioritise work in a complex and fast‑moving project environment with excellent organisational and time management skills
• Previous experience of working on nuclear or high hazard industry would be advantageous
• Awareness of the client/contractor relationship and legal responsibilities under the Construction (Design and Management) Regulations 2007 would be desirable

My profile

Degree qualified or equivalent in an environmental or engineering/science related discipline

Benefits

• Pension scheme (8% company contribution / 4% personal contribution)
• 25 days\' paid annual leave + bank holidays + option to buy or sell days
• Professional fees reimbursed

We are committed to equal treatment of candidates and promote, as well as foster all forms of diversity within our company. We believe that bringing together people with different backgrounds and perspectives is essential for creating innovative and impactful solutions. Skills, talent, and our people\'s ability to dare are the only things that matter. Bring your unique contributions and help us shape the future.

Graduate opportunities

Are you a prospective or recent graduate? Assystem offers you the opportunity to join our Switch to Grow UK Graduate Scheme, where you\'ll gain hands on experience in engineering, digital services, and project management by working on some of the world\'s most critical energy projects.

Be part of the challenge of the century; accelerating the switch to low carbon energy!