Environmental Advisor

ScottishPower; Cambuslang; Hybrid; GBP 44,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A major energy utility company in Cambuslang is seeking an Environmental Advisor to improve and manage Environmental Management Systems and practices crucial for compliance and ISO 14001 accreditation. This role involves providing guidance for engineering and construction projects, collaborating with stakeholders, and enhancing environmental performance. Competitive salary and hybrid work model offered.

Benefits

36 days annual leave

Share Incentive Plan

Electric Vehicle Schemes

Qualifications

• Proven experience of environmental management, including working knowledge of ISO 14001.
• Educated to a degree level in a relevant environmental discipline is essential.
• Strong influencing and consulting/communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Support the Environmental Manager in delivering and improving Environmental Management Systems.
• Provide guidance on regulatory compliance for energy projects.
• Liaise with regulators/stakeholders throughout projects.

Skills

Environmental management

ISO 14001 knowledge

Environmental auditing

Communication skills

Planning and analysis

Education

Degree in an Environmental discipline

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Environmental Advisor

Cambuslang

Salary starting from £44,000 to £55,000

Permanent / Hybrid

Closing Date: 26/11/25

Help us create a better future, quicker!

At SP Energy Networks our focus is on harnessing technology and innovation to create the networks of the future. Our team is building a dynamic network to meet the changing demands for electricity and increasingly, renewable electricity - safely, securely and sustainably in the communities we serve

At SP Energy Networks, we know people are central to building a better future, quicker and we are seeking new talent to join our team.

What you’ll be doing

Support the SP Transmission Environmental Manager, Environmental Department and Engineering and Construction staff to deliver, monitor and continually improve the company's Environmental Management Systems and practices to obtain and maintain ISO14001 accreditation. Provide environmental specialist knowledge and advice to internal and external parties for the engineering and construction of energy related projects

• Maintain and improve internal Environmental Management System to obtain and preserve ISO 14001 accreditation.
• Provide support and advice to project team prior and throughout construction period to achieve compliance with the statutory environmental requirements.
• Sustain and improve Environmental Procedures to identify and respond to emerging environmental legislation relevant to construction activities.
• Provide proactive, specialist guidance and advice regarding environmental controls, constraints and legislation specific to the project.
• Develop and implement new methods, techniques and practices to improve environmental performance.
• Develop an Environmental Management Plan for the project ensuring that the findings of the surveys and any licences are included.
• Liaise directly with regulators/ stakeholders (such as, but not limited to: SNH, RSPB, SEPA, Local Authorities) throughout the project.
• Manage environmental monitoring and inspection programs to effectively document operational performance, compliance and prepare timely reports required for both internal and external distribution.
• Support the investigation and reporting of environmental incidents.
• Prepare environmental information to meet annual and ad-hoc reporting requirements.
• Develop and deliver environmental training and awareness initiatives.
• Review Contractors' environmental documentation with particular emphasis on environmental regulations and requirements.
• Assist with or prepare waste management plans and other environmental documentation for site activities.
• Monitor and report on site waste management activities.
• Support the preparation of Environmental Impact Assessments either by direct input or managing external consultants.
• Support engineering and construction teams to meet or comply with environmental conditions specified by local planning authorities and other legal/ statutory agreement

What you’ll bring

• Proven experience of environmental management, including working knowledge of ISO 14001, environmental auditing, and dealing with the environmental regulator, ideally within a commercially focused utility, service or construction business.
• Educated to a degree level in a relevant environmental discipline is essential.
• Environmental Auditing qualification is desirable.
• In‑depth knowledge of current and developing environmental legislation is essential.
• Membership of Professional body relevant to this role is desirable.
• Strong influencing and consulting/ communication skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Sound planning and analysis skills-anticipate problems and plan solutions.
• Experience of collaboration with contractors.

As a minimum, you will demonstrate

• Degree in an Environmental discipline
• Experience in an Environmental role within an engineering or construction related
• environment
• Computer Literacy & working knowledge of Microsoft Packages
• Current valid driving licence

What’s in it for you

As well as a competitive salary which is reviewed annually, you can also enjoy a number of other benefits. With our pension scheme, we’ll double match your contribution up to a company contribution of 10%.

At ScottishPower, we believe it's the little things we do in life that make a big difference. From helping you look after your family's wellbeing, save for your future and take personal steps for climate action - our benefits are designed to help you do just that - so that you have everything you need to take care of your world - today and tomorrow. That's why our benefits include:

• 36 days annual leave
• Holiday purchase - perfect your work/life balance with extra annual leave
• Share Incentive Plan and Sharesave Scheme
• Payroll giving and charity matched funding
• Technology Vouchers - save more and spread the cost of your technology purposes
• Count us in - pledge to reduce carbon emissions and help fight climate change
• Electric Vehicle Schemes - to help you transition to green/clean driving
• Cycle to Work scheme and public transport season ticket loans
• Options to purchase dental insurance, private medical insurance, health cash plan and annual health assessments
• Life Assurance (4x salary)
• Access to Savesmart financial wellbeing support
• Plus shopping, leisure, restaurant and gym discounts, and unique employee deals on travel insurance and more

Why SP Energy Networks

SP Energy Networks is part of the Iberdrola Group, one of the world's largest integrated utility companies and a world leader in wind energy. We keep electricity flowing to homes and businesses through Central and Southern Scotland, North Wales and in the North West of England. We operate over 4000km of cables and lines that make‑up the transmission network - connecting infrastructure like wind farms into the electricity system. It's a role that puts us right at the heart of Scotland's ambition to be Net Zero by 2044. And we're taking it very seriously. We're investing £5.5 billion into our transmission network, directly supporting the rapid growth needed in renewable energy. With diverse opportunities across our businesses and a commitment to invest in our own internal talent, ScottishPower can offer people real career opportunities that meet personal and professional goals, in a global organisation.

Inclusion, diversity, and a social purpose are at the heart of everything we do. Together with our values, they bring us together into a stronger, more sustainable business with direct links to the communities we serve. It takes all kinds of people to build a large‑scale business like ours, so whatever your background, you'll fit right in.

We are committed to providing reasonable support or adjustments in our recruiting processes for candidates with disabilities, long term conditions, mental health conditions, or who are neurodivergent or require pregnancy‑related support. If you need support, please reach out to careers scottishpower.com .