Environmental Compliance Assistant

Sofidel; Leicester Forest East; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension scheme

Private Health care and life assurance

23 days annual leave + bank holidays

Staff shop

Free onsite car parking

Job summary

Sofidel UK is seeking an Environment Assistant to work with the Environmental Manager in Leicester, ensuring compliance with environmental legislation and standards across our sites. You will support environmental initiatives, engage with plant managers, and promote sustainable practices in daily operations.

The role emphasizes collaboration, governance, and adherence to corporate environmental objectives, including audits and regulatory communications.

Qualifications

• Experience of undertaking internal audits and participating in audits by external parties (Certification Bodies, Environment Agency, Customer Audits).
• Working knowledge of waste legislation and compliance requirements.
• Knowledge of legionella controls and cooling systems is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the Environment Manager for environmental management systems and forest certifications.
• Manage communications with authorities on environmental protection matters.
• Support maintenance of environmental permissions and regulatory approvals.
• Assist other corporate departments on operational environmental issues.
• Support communication with clients on environmental topics from the Environmental Dept.
• Promote a safety-bound corporate culture within the site.
• Adhere to and promote Sofidel's Corporate Principles and Values.

Skills

Audit experience

Environmental legislation knowledge

Legionella knowledge

Job description

Sofidel UK is seeking an Environment Assistant to work with the Environmental Manager in Leicester, ensuring compliance with environmental legislation and standards across our sites. You will support environmental initiatives, engage with plant managers, and promote sustainable practices in daily operations.

The role emphasizes collaboration, governance, and adherence to corporate environmental objectives, including audits and regulatory communications.