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Environmental Advisor

Aldwych Consulting Ltd

Portsmouth

On-site

GBP 35,000 - 50,000

Full time

10 days ago

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Job summary

Aldwych Consulting is seeking an experienced Environmental Advisor to join their HSE team. The candidate will work closely with site teams to enhance environmental processes, ensure compliance with legislation, and contribute to project sustainability initiatives. This role demands self-motivation, initiative, and a strong grasp of environmental practices, along with relevant qualifications of degree and certifications.

Qualifications

  • In-depth knowledge of environmental legislation.
  • Proficiency in report writing and legal compliance.
  • Membership of a relevant professional body is desirable.

Responsibilities

  • Implement and enhance environmental processes on site.
  • Monitor compliance with ISO14001 and other permits.
  • Conduct regular site inspections and produce reports.

Skills

Environmental legislation knowledge
Report writing
Communication skills
Site compliance
Self-motivated

Education

Degree in Environmental Science
Recognised environmental qualification

Tools

SEATS certification
CSCS card

Job description

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Are you an experinced Environmental Advisor looking for a new challenge? We are working on an excellent opportunity with a contractor who is currently looking to add an Environmental Advisor to their Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE) team.

The role will be involved in the delivery of a live project, working closely with site teams to implement and enhance environmental processes and initiatives. The ideal candidate will be an innovative, self-motivated, and solution-focused, with a practical approach to environmental site management.

Duties

Operate in line with internal environmental policies and procedures.

Maintain a strong understanding of current environmental legislation and ensure on-site compliance.

Provide advice, support, and training to construction delivery teams on environmental compliance and best practices.

Monitor site energy consumption and work towards performance improvements and carbon footprint reduction.

Conduct regular site inspections, producing reports and recommendations for improvement.

Ensure compliance with ISO14001, ISO50001, and relevant environmental permits and licenses.

Oversee water pollution prevention, particularly silt management, including the collection of water samples.

Contribute to the development of innovative environmental solutions, such as renewable energy integration for site equipment.

Liaise with regulators, environmental specialists, and client representatives as required.

Support the preparation of written bids for new projects and environmental awards.

Track and report on environmental objectives and targets.

Assist with audits and support accreditation processes.

Monitor dust and noise levels on site.

Oversee site ecology management practices.

Contribute to the design and rollout of initiatives aimed at increasing environmental awareness and performance.

Produce environmental activity reports and contribute to monthly project reporting.

Investigate environmental incidents and near-misses.

Candidate:

In-depth knowledge of current environmental legislation and industry best practices.

Strong grasp of core environmental principles and regulations.

Proficiency in report writing and legal compliance.

Organised, self-driven, and able to manage time effectively to meet deadlines.

Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.

Possession of a full UK driving licence.

Qualifications:

Degree in Environmental Science or a related discipline.

Recognised environmental qualification.

Membership of a relevant professional body (e.g., IEMA, IOSH) - desirable.

SEATS (Site Environmental Awareness Training Scheme) certification.

Valid CSCS card.

If this sounds like something you'd like to hear more about, then apply with a copy of your CV ASAP!

Aldwych Consulting values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.

Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business.

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