Environmental Advisor

Talk Recruitment; Northampton; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the construction sector seeks an Environmental Advisor to handle environmental assistance and compliance for diverse projects. This role involves liaising with teams, conducting site inspections, and ensuring adherence to UK environmental legislation. Candidates with experience in ecological roles are also encouraged to apply. A solid background in environmental management along with strong communication skills is essential for this position.

Benefits

Car allowance

Pension

Healthcare

Qualifications

• Previous environmental management role preferably in Construction.
• Previous experience of delivering training.
• Up to date knowledge of UK environmental legislation.

Responsibilities

• Provide environmental assistance and advice to pre-construction and construction operations.
• Deliver environmental training and provide mentoring.
• Conduct regular site inspections and ensure compliance with environmental regulations.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Computer literate

Education

Degree in environmental management

Job description

Environmental Advisor- Construction - Midlands Projects (West Mids & East Mids)

Mix of remote and visiting sites.

Reputable Tier 1 Building Main Contractor.

(Candidates looking to transfer experience from other roles such as Ecologist, Environmental Consultant or similar also considered).

Projects include mix of buildings and civils projects.

Job Role:

The role is to provide environmental assistance and advice to pre-construction and construction operations. Seekingsomeone who is self motivated, good at communicating through various media and who is able to fit into multiple site teams with ease.

Responsibilities:

Training:

• Ensure training courses are kept up to date and aligned with industry standards /Deliver environmental training / Provide mentoring to new staff where appropriate /Provide and deliver Toolbox talks

Communication:

• Liaise with Environmental Advisors and Health and Safety Advisors
• Attend Business System Review/team/client Meetings as required
• Compose reports for Senior Leadership Meetings
• Draft and distribute alerts, posters and newsletters
• Attend Client Environmental Forums
• Attend Industry organisations, e.g. CECA, BUILD UK

Project Assistance:

• Regular site inspection for each site
• Technical supportrelating toimplementation of management systems on site, sustainability performance andlegal compliance.
• Liaison with environmental regulators on behalf of site teams.
• Support in complying with other environmental related requirements (e.g. planning conditions, client requirements, BREEAM / CEEQUAL).

Winning Work: Assist with Tenders and Prequalification as requested

• External Audits:
• Assist in preparation and presentation for external audit

Processes:

• Ensure environmental processes are up to date, relevant and fit for purpose
• Communicate any changes to management system
• Highlight and communicate Best Practice

Requirements:

To be considered for this Environmental Advisorrole you must meet the following criteria:

• Previous environmental management role preferably in Construction
• Previous experience of delivering training
• Up to date knowledge of UK environmental Legislation
• Knowledge of Environmental Management Systems
• Degree in environmental management or equivalent - highly desirable
• strong communication skills, verbal and written
• Computer literate
• Full UK Driving Licence with flexibility to cover a large geographic region and attend sites regularly
• Strong interpersonal skills with ability to form good working relationships with multi-disciplined teams
• Able to work autonomously and manage own commitments/diary/scheduling.
• Previous employment with a main contractor, sub contractor or Consultancy.
• Previous employment in an Environmental Advisor, Environmental Coordinator, Environmental Manager or similar role.
• Candidates looking to transfer expeirence from other roles such as Ecologist, EIA, Environmental Consultant or similar also considered.

Remuneration:

The successful Environmental Advisor will receive:

-£35,000 - £50,000 (Dependent on experience)
-Car /Allowance
-Pension
-Healthcare

To be considered for this vacancy or to find out more information please apply now.

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