Environment & Sustainability Business Partner

Jersey Electricity Plc; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A sustainable energy provider in Jersey seeks an Environmental & Sustainability Business Partner to lead their sustainability strategy and ensure compliance with environmental standards. The ideal candidate will have a degree in environmental science or related fields and experience with environmental management systems. You will collaborate with various departments and engage stakeholders to enhance the company's sustainability performance.

Benefits

Free onsite parking

Discounted electricity rates

Subsidised onsite yoga

Competitive above living wage salaries

Attractive pension

Qualifications

• Proven experience with environmental management systems.
• Strong understanding of Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions.
• Knowledge of environmental legislation and compliance best practices.

Responsibilities

• Measure and report environmental impacts.
• Provide advice on environmental and sustainability matters.
• Ensure compliance with environmental legislation.

Skills

Stakeholder management

Environmental reporting

Communication skills

Education

Degree in environmental science or sustainability

Tools

Environmental Management Systems (ISO 14001)

Job description

Environment & Sustainability Business Partner

Application Deadline: 3 October 2025

Department: Health, Safety & Sustainability

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Jersey, Channel Islands

Reporting To: Ross Muir

Description

At Jersey Electricity, we are committed to powering a sustainable future for our Island community. As part of our journey toward net-zero and beyond, we are seeking a passionate and knowledgeable Environmental & Sustainability Business Partner to help us deliver our sustainability strategy and embed sustainability across our operations.

This is a pivotal role in driving forward our sustainability strategy and ensuring compliance with environmental standards and legislation. Working closely with colleagues across JE, regulators, contractors, and the wider community, you will help us measure, report, and enhance our performance.

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborating across departments to measure and report environmental impacts, with a focus on carbon and energy reporting.
• Providing expert advice and support on environmental and sustainability matters for projects and business units.
• Supporting the development, implementation, and improvement of the company Environmental Management System.
• Conducting audits and assessments of contractors to ensure alignment with JE's sustainability goals.
• Supporting sustainable procurement and supplier engagement.
• Ensuring compliance with all relevant environmental legislation, obligations, and best practices.
• Preparing KPIs and sustainability data for company reporting and ESG disclosures.
• Working with the Environment & Sustainability Committee to drive initiatives and engage stakeholders.

Skills, Knowledge & Expertise

You are an environmentally focused professional who combines strong technical knowledge with excellent communication skills. You are equally comfortable analysing carbon data, engaging stakeholders, or influencing change across complex organisations.

Essential skills and experience:

• Degree (or equivalent) in environmental science, sustainability, or a related discipline.
• Proven experience working with environmental management systems (ideally ISO 14001).
• Strong understanding of Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions and related reporting standards (e.g., SBTi, GRI).
• Knowledge of environmental legislation and best practice compliance.
• Ability to turn sustainability strategy into practical, measurable action.
• Excellent stakeholder management and interpersonal skills.

Desirable:

• MIEMA (or working towards).
• Lead Auditor ISO 14001 qualification.
• Experience in biodiversity, land management, or community-based sustainability projects.
• Familiarity with broader sustainability metrics such as ecosystem services and circular economy.

Apply now and power the change.

Job Benefits

At Jersey Electricity we provide a complete benefit package to ensure all elements of your wellbeing are supported. Financial benefits include free onsite parking, discounted electricity rates, discount within our Powerhouse shop, competitive above living wage salaries combined with an attractive pension.

Your physical and mental wellbeing are supported with subsidised onsite yoga, subsidised Active card membership, free weekly fruit, and onsite trained Mental Health First Aiders.

We are family-friendly, believe in life work blend and strive to give you everything you need to both love your job, do excellent work, and enjoy your free time with family and friends.