Environmental and Sustainability Advisor

Shirley Parsons; Hull and East Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading environmental consultancy is seeking an Environmental Sustainability Advisor in Hull to support a high-profile power project. Responsibilities include advising on environmental compliance, developing sustainability plans, and monitoring performance. Applicants should have a degree in Environmental Science and proven experience in environmental management within construction or utilities. A full UK driving licence is required. This role offers the chance to make a significant impact on sustainable infrastructure across major UK projects.

Benefits

Competitive Salary

Benefits

Qualifications

• Proven experience in environmental management or sustainability, ideally within construction or utilities.
• Strong understanding of environmental legislation and permitting processes.
• Full UK driving licence and flexibility to travel.

Responsibilities

• Advise operational teams on environmental and sustainability matters, ensuring compliance.
• Create and maintain environmental management and sustainability plans.
• Oversee environmental planning, permitting, and legislation adherence.
• Conduct inspections, audits, and incident investigations.

Skills

Environmental management

Stakeholder engagement

Compliance knowledge

Communication skills

Education

Degree in Environmental Science or related discipline

Job description

Overview

Location: Hull, Yorkshire | Permanent | Competitive Salary + Benefits

Are you passionate about protecting the environment, promoting sustainability, and making a tangible difference across major infrastructure projects? Our client is seeking an Environmental Sustainability Advisor to support a high-profile power and transmission project in Yorkshire. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to sustainable development and environmental excellence across large-scale engineering operations.

Responsibilities

• Provide Expert Support - Advise operational teams on environmental and sustainability matters, ensuring compliance and continual improvement.
• Develop and Deliver Plans - Create and maintain environmental management and sustainability plans aligned with project and regulatory requirements.
• Ensure Compliance - Oversee environmental planning, permitting, and adherence to all relevant legislation and standards.
• Monitor and Improve Performance - Conduct inspections, audits, and incident investigations to identify risks and drive corrective actions.
• Collaborate and Engage - Build strong working relationships with clients, regulators, and key stakeholders to promote environmental excellence.

Requirements

• Degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Management, or a related discipline.
• Proven experience in environmental management or sustainability, ideally within construction or utilities.
• Strong understanding of environmental legislation and permitting processes.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Full UK driving licence and flexibility to travel.

You'll be part of a team committed to delivering sustainable infrastructure, with the opportunity to influence environmental performance across major UK projects.

Ready to take the next step? Apply today!