Environmental Compliance Specialist

TipTopJob; Skelmersdale; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a prominent dairy business as an Environmental Compliance Specialist on a 6-month contract with a likelihood of transitioning to a permanent role. This position focuses on maintaining environmental compliance and supporting initiatives aimed at driving sustainability and operational efficiency.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in an environmental role, ideally in manufacturing.
• Strong knowledge of UK environmental regulations.
• Excellent communication skills to educate stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive review of environmental compliance status.
• Gather data and map site waste streams.
• Manage environmental risks related to storage of fuels.

Skills

Environmental compliance

Communication

Problem-solving

Education

IEMA certification

Job description

Job Title: Environmental Compliance Specialist (6 months contract with high likelihood of moving to permanent)

Location: Skelmersdale, Lancashire

Working pattern: 4:5 days per week

Salary: GBP 350 per day (Umbrella, inside IR35)

HSE Recruitment Network is recruiting for an Environmental Compliance Specialist, with the opportunity to work for a prominent dairy business undergoing significant transformation through strategic initiatives aimed at enhancing operational efficiency, driving sustainability, and achieving long-term growth while maintaining a commitment to environmental responsibility.

The role focuses on establishing and maintaining environmental compliance.

Main Responsibilities

1. Conduct a comprehensive review of the site’s environmental compliance status.
2. Gather data and map all site waste streams, ensuring proper disposal methods are in place.
3. Investigate and manage environmental risks, such as storage of fuels and chemicals.
4. Support the site in preparing for audits such as UK ETS verification and Environment Agency visits.
5. Develop and deliver environmental training and education programs for site staff.
6. Collaborate with the interim HSE Manager and the incoming permanent HSE Manager to ensure a holistic approach to health, safety, and environmental management.
7. Ensure the site obtains and maintains all necessary environmental permits and build action plans with stakeholders for any required improvement conditions.

Experience Required

1. Proven experience in an environmental role, ideally within a manufacturing or dairy environment.
2. Strong knowledge of UK environmental regulations and permitting processes.
3. Experience with waste management and waste stream mapping.
4. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to educate and influence stakeholders at all levels.
5. Proactive and hands-on approach, with a willingness to get involved in all aspects of environmental management.
6. IEMA certification is desirable.
7. Experience with UK ETS is a plus.

Ideal Personality Traits

1. Outgoing and friendly demeanor.
2. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
3. Proactive and able to work independently.
4. Strong problem-solving skills.
5. Ability to work effectively within a diverse team.

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