Environmental Advisor

The Collective Network Limited; Wisbech; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A food manufacturer in Wisbech is seeking an Environmental Advisor to ensure compliance with environmental and energy goals. You will manage ISO standards, drive sustainability performance, and provide technical expertise across a busy manufacturing site. Ideal candidates will have experience in a manufacturing setting, knowledge of environmental legislation, and strong analytical skills. This role is vital for the organization to meet its sustainability objectives.

Qualifications

• A qualification in environmental science, sustainability, energy management, or similar (or equivalent experience).
• Solid understanding of ISO 14001 and ISO 50001.
• Experience within a manufacturing setting.
• Strong knowledge of environmental and energy legislation.
• Confident data analysis and reporting skills.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and develop ISO 14001 and ISO 50001 management systems.
• Keep up to date with environmental and energy legislation.
• Support internal and external audits, inspections, and all associated reporting.
• Monitor and report emissions, effluents, waste streams, and overall resource use.
• Lead environmental monitoring programmes including air quality, noise, wastewater.

Skills

Environmental management

Energy management

Data analysis

Knowledge of ISO standards

Education

Qualification in environmental science

Job description

Environmental Advisor

Cambridgeshire
£40,000

A food manufacturer are looking for an Environmental Advisor to help make a real difference to ensure the company is meeting its environmental and energy goals. This company has some of the most recognisable products in the world! You will certainly have tasted these products at many global brands.

This role supports the site in meeting environmental and energy legislation, maintaining ISO 14001 and ISO 50001 standards, and driving sustainability performance. You'll provide technical expertise, champion best practice, and help deliver ongoing improvements that reduce environmental impact and energy use across a busy manufacturing environment.

What you will be doing:

• Maintain and develop ISO 14001 and ISO 50001 management systems, ensuring full compliance and audit readiness
• Keep up to date with environmental and energy legislation, advising the leadership team on changes and required actions
• Support internal and external audits, inspections, and all associated reporting
• Monitor and report emissions, effluents, waste streams, and overall resource use
• Lead environmental monitoring programmes including air quality, noise, wastewater
• Oversee waste contractors to ensure segregation, storage, recycling, and disposal are fully compliant
• Develop initiatives to reduce waste, emissions, and the use of hazardous substances
• Support investigations into environmental incidents and help deliver corrective actions
• Work with production, engineering, and maintenance teams to identify and deliver energy efficiency projects
• Track energy consumption and performance indicators, preparing clear reports for management review
• Support energy audits and ensure ongoing compliance with ISO 50001 requirements
• Promote energy awareness and support behavioural change initiatives across the site
• Prepare environmental and energy performance reports for internal stakeholders and regulators
• Track and analyse KPIs relating to environment and energy
• Maintain accurate environmental records, permits, and documentation
• Deliver environmental and energy awareness training to employees and contractors

What You'll Bring:

• A qualification in environmental science, sustainability, energy management, or similar (or equivalent experience)
• Solid understanding of ISO 14001 and ISO 50001
• Experience within a manufacturing setting
• Strong knowledge of environmental and energy legislation
• Confident data analysis and reporting skills

If you would like to make a difference in a global company, please apply or get in touch with Owen on (phone number removed)