Environmental Advisor

PWE Recruitment Group; Leiston; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Career progression opportunities

Professional development

Exposure to a nationally significant项目

Job summary

Our Client is seeking an Environmental Advisor to safeguard the environment on one of the UK's most significant clean energy projects, driving compliance, sustainability performance and continuous improvement across site operations in a highly regulated construction setting.

You will review plans, RAMS and contractor documentation, support audits and incident investigations, and work with stakeholders to manage environmental risks while contributing to the project’s national infrastructure

Qualifications

• Degree in Environmental Management, Environmental Science or related discipline.
• Experience in environmental roles within construction, infrastructure or industrial projects.
• Strong knowledge of UK environmental legislation and best practice.

Responsibilities

• Conduct site inspections to monitor environmental compliance and performance.
• Provide environmental guidance on legislation, permits and consent requirements.
• Review Environmental Management Plans, RAMS and contractor documentation.
• Support environmental audits, assessments and assurance activities.
• Investigate environmental incidents and recommend corrective actions.
• Identify and elevate environmental and contractual risks.
• Monitor compliance with DCO requirements and environmental standards.
• Promote positive environmental behaviours across construction teams.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives and sustainability objectives.
• Collaborate with contractors, stakeholders and project teams.

Skills

Stakeholder engagement

Communication

Independence

Prioritisation

Problem solving

Education

Degree in Environmental Management or Environmental Science

Tools

EMS / ISO 14001

Job description

Environmental Advisor

Play a key role in protecting the environment on one of the UK's most significant clean energy projects while helping deliver the next generation of nuclear power.

This is an exciting opportunity for an Environmental Advisor to join a major infrastructure programme at the forefront of the UK's energy future. Working within a highly regulated construction environment, you'll help drive environmental compliance, sustainability performance and continuous improvement across site operations while collaborating with leading industry professionals.

This role offers excellent career development, meaningful project impact and the chance to contribute to a project of national importance.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct site inspections to monitor environmental compliance and performance.
• Provide environmental guidance on legislation, permits and consent requirements.
• Review Environmental Management Plans, RAMS and contractor documentation.
• Support environmental audits, assessments and assurance activities.
• Investigate environmental incidents and recommend corrective actions.
• Identify and elevate environmental and contractual risks.
• Monitor compliance with DCO requirements and environmental standards.
• Promote positive environmental behaviours across construction teams.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives and sustainability objectives.
• Collaborate with contractors, stakeholders and project teams.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Degree in Environmental Management, Environmental Science or a related discipline.
• Experience in an environmental role within construction, infrastructure or industrial projects.
• Strong knowledge of UK environmental legislation and best practice.
• Experience working within an ISO 14001-aligned Environmental Management System.
• Understanding of CDM Regulations 2015 and client-contractor responsibilities.
• Experience reviewing environmental documentation and risk assessments.
• Strong communication, influencing and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.
• High attention to detail and problem-solving capability.
• Passion for environmental performance and sustainable development.

What's in it for you?

• The energy sector is one of the UK's fastest-growing industries, offering long-term career security, investment and innovation. You'll be part of projects that support national infrastructure, sustainability goals and the transition to cleaner energy, while developing valuable skills that are in high demand across the industry.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Excellent career progression opportunities.
• Exposure to a nationally significant infrastructure project.
• Long-term job security in a growing sector.
• Ongoing professional development and training.
• Collaborative and supportive team environment.
• Opportunity to influence sustainability outcomes.
• Experience within a highly regulated project environment.
• Work alongside industry-leading specialists.
• Contribute to the UK's clean energy future.

Company Overview

Our Client is a globally recognised engineering and technical services organisation delivering complex projects across the energy, environmental, nuclear and infrastructure sectors. With a reputation for technical excellence and innovation, they support critical programmes that improve safety, sustainability and operational performance.

Our Client provides a collaborative and professional environment where employees can develop their expertise, contribute to high-profile projects and build rewarding long-term careers within a forward-thinking organisation.

If you're ready to make a real environmental impact on a landmark energy project,