Environmental Advisor

Pioneer Selection Ltd; Wisbech; On-site; GBP 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food manufacturing organization in Wisbech seeks an Environmental Advisor to enhance environmental management and compliance. You will support ISO 14001 and ISO 50001 systems, monitor legislation, and implement sustainability initiatives. The ideal candidate has a strong background in environmental roles, focusing on continuous improvement. The company offers a competitive salary of £40,000 per annum, along with additional benefits, including a pension plan and a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Pension: 9% matched contribution

Monthly staff recognition incentives

20 days holiday

Supportive, sustainability-focused working environment

Qualifications

• Proven experience in an environmental or sustainability role within manufacturing or engineering.
• Knowledge of environmental legislation and ISO standards.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and develop ISO 14001 and ISO 50001 management systems.
• Support internal audits and certification processes.
• Monitor site emissions and resource use.
• Develop initiatives to reduce environmental impact.

Skills

Environmental management

ISO 14001

ISO 50001

Energy efficiency

Sustainability practices

Job description

Environmental Advisor

Location: Wisbech, Cambridgeshire
Salary: £40,000 per annum + excellent benefits, Hours: Full-time, days, 40 hours per week

About the Role

We are seeking a proactive and knowledgeable Environmental Advisor to join a leading food manufacturing organisation with a strong reputation for quality, innovation, and sustainability. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone passionate about environmental management and continuous improvement to make a real impact within a high-performing site.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain and develop ISO 14001 and ISO 50001 management systems.
• Support external and internal audits, inspections, and certification processes.
• Monitor and interpret environmental and energy legislation, advising management on required actions.
• Monitor site emissions, effluents, waste streams, and resource use (water, materials, packaging).
• Oversee environmental monitoring programmes, including air, noise, wastewater, and soil sampling.
• Manage waste contractors, ensuring proper segregation, recycling, and disposal in line with legislation.
• Support environmental incident investigations, root cause analysis, and corrective actions.
• Develop and implement initiatives to reduce environmental impact.
• Collaborate with production, engineering, and maintenance teams to identify and deliver energy efficiency projects.
• Monitor energy consumption and prepare regular performance reports.
• Support energy audits and maintain compliance with ISO 50001 requirements.
• Promote energy awareness and sustainable practices across the site.
• Prepare and submit environmental and energy performance reports for internal and external stakeholders.
• Maintain environmental records, permits, and documentation.
• Track and analyse environmental KPIs to support sustainability goals.
• Deliver environmental and energy awareness training to employees and contractors.
• Promote a strong culture of environmental responsibility across all site operations.

What We're Looking For

Proven experience in an environmental or sustainability role within manufacturing, engineering, or a related sector.

What's on Offer

• Salary: £40,000 per annum
• Pension: 9% matched contribution (4.5% employee / 4.5% employer)
• Monthly staff recognition incentives
• 20 days holiday
• Supportive, sustainability-focused working environment