Environment & Sustainability Manager

HSE Recruitment Network; Sittingbourne; On-site; GBP 44,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK building materials provider is seeking an experienced Environmental & Sustainability Manager in Sittingbourne. This on-site role involves managing ISO 14001 and 50001 systems, leading audits, and ensuring compliance across various sites. Candidates should possess a degree in Environmental Science or a related field and have a proven track record in environmental management and team leadership. A competitive salary of up to £52,000 plus bonus and medical insurance is offered.

Benefits

Bonus

Medical insurance

Qualifications

• Proven experience in implementing environmental management systems.
• Demonstrated skills in managing and developing a team.
• Strong analytical skills and ability to drive sustainability initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Support factory management in environmental compliance.
• Maintain Environmental and Energy Manuals for each site.
• Compile compliance registers and communicate legal requirements.
• Set and track performance targets in environmental management.
• Conduct internal audits for ISO 14001 and ISO 50001.
• Produce environmental performance reports for senior management.

Skills

Environmental management systems

ISO 14001 audits

ISO 50001 audits

Team management

Education

Degree in Environmental Science, Geography or related field

Business or Economics background with sustainability interest

Job description

Job Title: Environmental & Sustainability Manager

Location: Sittingbourne, Kent

Salary: up to £52,000 plus bonus and medical insurance

Working pattern: Site based

Are you a proactive and motivated Environmental & Sustainability professional with extensive experience implementing environmental management systems and undertaking ISO 14001 and ISO 50001 audits?

If so, this is the job for you!

HSE Recruitment Network are recruiting for an Environmental & Sustainability Manager for a leading UK building materials manufacturer.

This role focuses on leading the implementation and ongoing management of ISO 14001 and ISO 50001 Environmental and Energy Management Systems across UK Water and Heating sites, driving compliance, performance reporting, stakeholder engagement, and sustainability initiatives.

Main Responsibilities

• Support factory management in implementing and maintaining Environmental and Energy Management Systems across UK Water and Heating sites in line with ISO 14001 and ISO 50001
• Maintain the company Environmental Manual and Energy Manual, and keep the register of Significant Aspects up to date for each site
• Compile and update the Evaluation of Compliance Register, communicating relevant legal and other requirements to key staff
• Help set site-level environmental and energy targets and objectives, and track and report progress against them
• Maintain and periodically review Emergency Procedures documentation for each site
• Plan and carry out Environmental and Energy Management Reviews and internal audits to ISO 14001 and ISO 50001 at agreed intervals
• Support external surveillance and recertification audits for ISO 14001 and ISO 50001
• Organise and chair the annual Environmental and Energy Review for the Water and Heating sites
• Analyse environmental and energy performance data, ensure timely corrective actions where needed, and identify opportunities for continual improvement
• Submit routine environmental and energy data to regulators and internal systems as required
• Produce regular environmental and social performance reports for senior management
• Liaise with external stakeholders, including customers, suppliers and regulators, to ensure compliance and to deliver positive environmental and social outcomes beyond minimum requirements
• Oversee the budget for sustainability projects at Water and Heating sites, including raising and managing purchase orders in line with company policies
• Build colleagues’ understanding of environmental and social sustainability through training, guidance and awareness activities
• Provide wider support to the UK & Ireland sustainability team

Essential Experience

• Degree (or equivalent) in a relevant field such as Environmental Science, Geography or another physical science; candidates with Business, Economics or other socials sciences will also be considered where they can show a clear interest in corporate sustainability.
• Proven, relevant experience that demonstrates the skills and capabilities required for the role.
• Experience of managing and developing a team.

Interested? Apply now for immediate consideration: [e-mail] // 0121 454 5000

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