Environmental Lead Advisor

Kelda Group Limited 0000411940 - Kelda Group Limited; Bradford; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading water services company is seeking an Environmental Lead Advisor to guide on environmental regulation and compliance. This permanent position involves monitoring and advising on environmental legislation while influencing discussions with regulatory bodies. Candidates should hold a degree in a relevant subject and possess extensive knowledge of the water industry and environmental practices. The role promotes flexible working in Bradford with competitive benefits, including a salary starting at £40,760 and various perks.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Annual incentive bonus

Attractive pension scheme

25 days annual leave

Wellness day

Health cash plan

Online GP service

Qualifications

• Experience in applying for environmental permits or licenses.
• Familiarity with regulatory compliance in the water industry.
• Strong ability to work with complex data.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert advice on environmental regulation and permitting.
• Influence negotiations with the Environment Agency.
• Review water service discharges for regulatory compliance.

Skills

Knowledge of the water industry

Understanding of environmental legislation

Analytical skills

Strong communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Ability to mentor others

Education

Degree in environment, geography, or law

Job description

Environmental Lead Advisor

Hello! Thanks for stopping by. Let us tell you about all the great reasons to join us here at Yorkshire Water:

We offer a competitive salary, depending on experience from £40,760.

Annual incentive related bonus.

Attractive pension scheme (up to 12% company contribution).

Development opportunities in line with the Environmental Lead Advisor progression plan.

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays – plus an extra wellness day!

Life assurance cover of 4 times pensionable salary.

A great benefits package – choose from health cash plan scheme, critical illness insurance, dental insurance, life assurance flex and partner cover.

Retail savings scheme.

Online GP service, cycle to work scheme, gym membership discounts and many more!

What we do!

Everyone has an idea of what a water company does. Here in Yorkshire, we make sure that over 5.4 million people living in the region and the millions of people who visit our region each year, can rely on our services, and have clean and safe drinking water on tap and that their wastewater is taken away. But for us, it's so much more than this.

We look after communities, protect the environment, and plan to look after Yorkshire's water, today, tomorrow 24/7, 365 days a year. We provide essential water and wastewater services to every corner of the Yorkshire region, and play a key role in the region's health, wellbeing, and prosperity.

New environmental legislation, unprecedented levels of investment and changing expectations from customers means that this is an exciting time to discover opportunities within the water industry. Asset Management are a key part of how we plan to meet the changing expectations of customers and regulators.

Location

Hybrid Working (Please note that this role is based in Bradford and there will be one to two days in the office every week).

Work type

Permanent. 37 hours per week, Monday – Friday.

Where you fit in

As our Environmental Lead Advisor you will provide expert advice to the business on matters concerning environmental regulation, permitting and modelling.

Ensure resolution of regulatory issues/risks by effectively influencing negotiations with the Environment Agency nationally and regionally on current and future environmental legislation and regulatory interpretation that impact on permitted and licensed activities.

Develop and maintain an understanding of the impact of Company activities on the environment. Support the business in developing responses, accordingly, e.g. review all the water service discharges or abstraction licences to ensure YW has the correct regulatory permissions in place (exemptions / permits/ licences).

Provide advice to the business on the impact of new, changed and existing environmental legislation, where a precedent does not already exist. e.g. the proposed move from water resources licences to environmental permits. Work with the EA and internal colleagues to establish the requirements e.g. permit conditions and applicability to abstraction activities.

Areas of Specialisation

• Wastewater – treatment and treated sewage effluent discharges.
• Wastewater Networks – Storm Sewage Discharges and Sewage in an emergency.
• Waste and Installation Permits – sewage sludge and clean water sludge treatment and recycling.

What skills & qualifications you will need

• Good knowledge of the main functions of the water industry and relevant regulators.
• Good understanding of all relevant pieces of environmental legislation related to the water industry.
• Excellent understanding of the various environmental permissions required by the business.
• Excellent understanding of licences for abstraction and impoundment.
• Excellent understanding of environmental permitting for water discharges, waste operations, bespoke and standard rules permits.
• Good understanding of environmental science, particularly related to water industry.
• Ability to define and document investigation scope, including any monitoring requirements (as required by specialism).
• Full understanding of the key environmental guidance and regulatory approaches adopted by the environmental regulator in regard to the company's activities.
• Ability to build, maintain and embed improved business processes in own area of work.
• Numerate and has ability to analyse and interpret complex data.
• Ability to work with other teams, whilst understanding differing priorities.
• Ability to coach and mentor others on technical issues and leadership skills.
• Strong written and oral communication, e.g. complex technical reports and briefs to senior management.
• Strong interpersonal skills, which are used to effectively influence and negotiate on environmental regulatory matters at a regional and national level.

You will also have the following skills

• Degree (or equivalent) in relevant subject (e.g. environment, geography, law).
• Previous experience in environmental legislation relating to water industry activities.
• Previous experience gained within the water industry.
• Previous experience in applying for Environmental permits or licences.
• Previous experience in waste classification and the definition of waste code of practice.
• Experience of delivering against challenging business targets.
• Membership of an appropriate professional institution.

Although we operate 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, it's important to us that we support flexible working patterns and job share options (when we can), to help you make the best of both your work and home life. We know that juggling caring responsibilities or getting that ideal work/life balance isn't always easy! We will be willing to discuss part‑time or flexible working options for this role.

If you're an experienced environmental science professional or have operational/compliance experience in the water industry and want to help us deliver exceptional service for our customers whilst protecting the environment, then apply today to find out what a career with Yorkshire Water can offer for you.

Do we sound like your cup of tea?

This is a unique opportunity to work across two organisations: a regulated water company and Europe's largest conservation charity. If you want to help us deliver our Common Cause Partnership and help us safeguard Yorkshire's landscapes for the future, then be sure to apply today to find out what a career with Yorkshire Water can offer you.

Accessibility

We are committed to removing barriers and ensuring our recruitment process is accessible to everyone. We offer a range of adjustments to make your application experience as comfortable and straightforward as possible. If you have an accessibility need, disability, or condition that requires changes to the recruitment process, please include this information in your application. We will then discuss any reasonable adjustments required. If you feel this opportunity is suitable and you match the skills required, then please apply online and complete the application process. Please upload an up‑to‑date copy of your CV with a cover letter, outlining your relevant experience for the role.

Recruitment Process

Closing Date for this role will be 18th July.

Interviews will be w/c 28th July and w/c 4th August.

We are proud to serve the Yorkshire region and are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment that is reflective of the communities we serve. We strongly encourage candidates of all different backgrounds to apply.

If successful for the role, you will be required to undergo pre‑employment checks that will include a Basic Disclosure Check, carried out through a Third Party Company, prior to commencing employment. Depending on the role, you may also be required to go through the security vetting process for either a Counter‑Terrorist Check or Security Check clearance.

Kelda Group reserve the right to close this position before the published closing date, should the need occur. We therefore advise that you complete and submit your application as soon as possible.

No agencies please.