Environmental Engineer

JR United Kingdom; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in environmental compliance is seeking an Environment & Permitting Engineer to join the SHEQ Compliance team in Cambridge. The role focuses on ensuring compliance with all environmental regulations, managing permitting processes, and implementing best practices for sustainability. Candidates should have a degree in Environmental Science or a related field, alongside advanced Health & Safety qualifications and experience in compliance management.

Qualifications

• Experience managing pollution control and waste management policies.
• Familiarity with British & European environmental regulations, including EA permitting.
• Experience in maintaining and auditing Quality Management Systems (ISO 9001 preferred).

Responsibilities

• Manage Environmental Permitting & Compliance, preparing applications for EPR and PPC permits.
• Support adherence to environmental obligations as an upper-tier COMAH operator.
• Coordinate waste management, pollution control, and recycling initiatives.

Skills

Problem-solving

Communication

Leadership

Education

Degree in Environmental Science, Health & Safety, Engineering

Advanced Health & Safety qualifications (e.g., NEBOSH, IOSH)

Tools

MS applications

MS Project

AutoCAD

Job description

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Reports to: Environmental Manager

About the Role

We’re looking for an Environment & Permitting Engineer to join our SHEQ Compliance team. This critical role will ensure that all environmental regulations and permitting requirements are met, supporting operations at an upper-tier COMAH establishment.

As a truly green business, we don’t just comply with environmental legislation—we strive to go beyond it, embedding sustainability at the core of everything we do.

Key Responsibilities

As an Environmental & Permitting Engineer, you will:

• Manage Environmental Permitting & Compliance: Prepare and assess applications for EPR and PPC permits, ensuring all regulatory requirements are met.
• Support COMAH Compliance: Ensure adherence to environmental obligations related to being an upper-tier COMAH operator.
• Deliver Regulatory Requirements: Support ESOS compliance, carbon trading programs, and refine ISO 14001 and IATF systems.
• Develop & Implement Environmental Policies: Lead the implementation of EHS UK policies, ensuring best environmental management practices.
• Incident Management: Ensure all environmental accidents and incidents are documented, investigated, and improvements are tracked to completion.
• Occupational Hygiene Support: Work closely with Occupational Hygiene teams to maintain a safe working environment.
• Regulatory Liaison: Engage with enforcement agencies and regulatory bodies to ensure compliance and conduct audits as necessary.
• Performance Reporting: Provide environmental performance data and reports to support strategic improvements.
• Training & Awareness: Implement and assist in developing an environmental training strategy to enhance compliance and sustainability knowledge.
• Pollution Control & Waste Management: Coordinate waste management, pollution control, and recycling initiatives, reinforcing our commitment to sustainability.

Qualifications & Experience

To succeed in this role, you’ll need:

• A degree in Environmental Science, Health & Safety, Engineering, or a related field.
• Advanced-level Health & Safety qualifications from an accredited body (e.g., NEBOSH, IOSH).
• Experience maintaining, developing, and auditing Quality Management Systems (ISO 9001 preferred).
• A deep understanding of environmental legislation, formal risk assessment techniques, and compliance requirements.
• Expertise in ISO 14001 and ensuring relevant standards align with operational activities.
• Familiarity with British & European environmental regulations, including EA permitting.
• Strong problem-solving abilities, with experience in conducting environmental audits.
• Experience managing pollution control, waste management, and environmental health policies.
• Proficiency in MS applications, MS Project, and AutoCAD.
• A self-starter mentality, with excellent communication and leadership skills.