Environmental Officer

The Skills Coalition; Ilkeston; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

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Job summary

The Skills Coalition in Ilkeston, Derbyshire, is seeking an Environmental Officer to join their head office on a full-time basis. You will lead the Integrated Management System training, ensure statutory and environmental compliance, and deliver Environmental Plans across contracts and sites.

You will work with management, clients and project stakeholders to drive improvements, maintain the ISO 14001 framework, and promote a proactive environmental culture throughout the company.

Qualifications

• 3–10 years of experience in the field.
• IEMA Foundation Certificate in EnvironmentalManagement.
• Understanding of gas and oil industry (preferred).
• Experience with ISO 14001 audits.
• Experience with CDM 2015 regulations.

Responsibilities

• Train and develop the team regarding the Integrated Management System and legislative requirements.
• Manage and maintain an audit regime for statutory and environmental compliance.
• Produce and deliver Environmental Plans to support operational objectives.
• Produce and deliver environmental calendar events and monthly reports.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Initiative

Adaptability

Teamwork

Auditing

Environmental principles

Sustainability passion

People development

Decision making

Performance measurement

Education

IEMA Foundation Certificate in Environmental Management

Tools

ISO 14001 audits

Job description

Ilkeston, United Kingdom | Posted on 22/09/2024

Fantastic Opportunity: Environmental Officer

We are excited to be recruiting on behalf of aleading organization for the role of Environmental Officer, based at their headoffice in Ilkeston, Derbyshire. This is a full-time, permanent positionoffering the chance to effectively manage and coordinate environmentalactivities both at the company and on client sites. Reporting to the companyDirectors, you will ensure that all environmental targets and activities areachieved in a timely manner.

As an Environmental Officer, you will providecrucial support to the contracts and construction team by producing anddelivering Environmental Plans to ensure full compliance with contracts. Youwill support the improvement of the company’s Quality, Safety, andEnvironmental culture by maintaining and enhancing the UKAS accredited ISO14001 Environmental Management Systems. This role involves close collaborationwith the management team, clients, and project stakeholders to achieve contractaims, develop processes, and implement good compliance management practices.

Key Responsibilities

1. 1. Train and develop the team regarding the Integrated Management System(IMS) and legislative requirements.
2. 2. Manage and maintain an audit regime for statutory and environmentalcompliance.
3. 3. Ensure all staff are aware of and comply with environmental systems ofwork, and provide sufficient training.
4. 4. Produce and deliver Environmental Plans, monitoring these to supportoperational objectives.
5. 5. Liaise with all levels of personnel and relevant external agencies onenvironmental matters to facilitate site improvements.
6. 6. Work with Directors and the Contracts Team to foster a positiveenvironmental culture within the company.
7. 7. Lead in the verification of legal compliance.
8. 8. Produce and deliver environmental calendar events, ensuring consistencyand continuous improvement.
9. 9. Continuously monitor and audit environmental systems and procedures forall sites, updating and revising as necessary.
10. 10. Manage the Audit Programme to monitor compliance and maintain externalaccreditation requirements.
11. 11. Mentor managers in the IMS System to maintain compliance, identifytrends, and encourage performance improvements.
12. 12. Support the business with complex/high-risk environmental issues throughadvice and coaching.
13. 13. Assist with environmental consents and permits applications andnotifications.
14. 14. Assist with the production of Risk Assessments and Method Statements(RAMS) for all work activities.
15. 15. Provide detailed monthly reports to inform management about shapingenvironmental strategy, policy, and product development.
16. 16. Support and encourage positive employee communication processes,building constructive working relationships and leading or supporting meetingsas required.

Requirements

Experience:

• IEMA Foundation Certificate in EnvironmentalManagement.
• 3-10 years of experience in the field.
• Excellent understanding of the gas and oilindustry (preferred).
• Qualification/Experience with CDM 2015Regulations.
• Experience in a complex, commercial,multi-divisional organization.
• Solid and up-to-date knowledge of practicalenvironmental principles and legislation.
• Experience with ISO 14001 audits.
• In-depth knowledge of statutory compliance.
• Detailed understanding of EnvironmentalManagement systems.
• Solid understanding of construction andproject-related safety aspects.
• Ability to deal with people at all levels.

Skills & Personal Qualities:

• Understanding of core environmental principlesand regulations.
• Excellent communication skills (written andverbal).
• Strong organizational skills and attention todetail.
• Ability to measure performance againstinternal and external benchmarks, identifying new solutions to businessrequirements.
• Decisive in difficult business situations,maintaining focus on business requirements and client satisfaction.
• Readiness to make decisions, take initiative,and produce successful action plans.
• Adaptability to changing demands andconditions.
• Commitment to developing others.
• Willingness and ability to workcollaboratively.
• Research and auditing knowledge.
• Passion for the environment andsustainability.