Environmental Officer

ZipRecruiter; Exeter; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established industrial business in England is seeking an experienced Environmental Officer to lead environmental management initiatives and uphold ISO 14001 accreditation. The role involves advising senior management, managing waste processes, and conducting audits. Ideal candidates will have hands-on ISO 14001 experience and strong leadership skills to drive environmental excellence.

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience implementing, managing, and auditing against ISO 14001.
• Confidence in liaising with regulatory bodies such as the Environment Agency.
• Experience in industrial/manufacturing environments.

Responsibilities

• Maintain ISO 14001 accreditation and conduct internal audits.
• Ensure compliance with environmental permits and regulatory standards.
• Lead environmental incident investigations and preventative strategies.
• Deliver training and inductions across departments.

Skills

ISO 14001 expertise

Proactive systems-based mindset

Strong communication skills

Leadership skills

Job description

Job Description

Environmental Officer – Join a Leading Manufacturer Driving Sustainability

Are you a seasoned Environmental professional with a passion for compliance, sustainability, and continuous improvement? A well-established industrial business is looking for an experienced Environmental Officer to lead its environmental management initiatives and uphold its ISO 14001 accreditation.

Why This Environmental Officer Role?

• ISO 14001 Frontline Leadership: You will play a critical role in maintaining and enhancing the company’s ISO 14001 accreditation.
• Impact and Influence: Advise the senior management team on legislation, shape environmental policy, and lead key audits.
• Broad Scope: From risk assessments and effluent treatment to waste management and regulatory compliance, no two days are the same.
• Autonomy and Support: Report directly to the Director of Quality with the opportunity to shape best practices across multiple sites.
• Team Leadership: Direct reports include effluent supervisors; you’ll also support site leads and plant managers.

What You’ll Need as Environmental Officer

• ISO 14001 expertise – You must have hands-on experience implementing, managing, and auditing against ISO 14001.
• A proactive, systems-based mindset with a strong grasp of environmental legislation (EA, REACH, CCLA, etc.)
• Confidence in liaising with regulatory bodies such as the Environment Agency and local authorities
• Experience in industrial/manufacturing environments – ideally surface engineering or chemical processing
• Strong communication, leadership, and policy-writing skills

Your Key Responsibilities as Environmental Officer

• Maintain ISO 14001 accreditation and conduct internal audits
• Ensure compliance with environmental permits, discharge consents, and regulatory standards
• Manage waste processes (hazardous and non-hazardous) across multiple sites
• Lead environmental incident investigations and preventative strategies
• Deliver training and inductions across departments
• Collaborate with H&S and Quality departments on integrated risk strategies
• Monitor KPIs such as spills, breaches, near-misses, and audit findings

Who Would Thrive in This Role?

A confident environmental professional with the credibility to influence at board level and the practical skills to implement change on the ground. Someone who can balance compliance, continuous improvement, and operational demands – and enjoys driving a culture of environmental responsibility.

Apply Now

If you're ready to lead on environmental excellence and champion ISO 14001 standards in a forward-thinking industrial business, we’d love to hear from you.