Environmental Regulatory Advisor

UNITED UTILITIES GROUP PLC; England; On-site; GBP 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Environmental Services Company in the UK seeks Environmental Regulatory Advisors to conduct site inspections, offer environmental compliance advice, and collate data for regulatory submissions. Ideal candidates will hold an environmental degree and CIWM qualifications. This full-time role offers competitive salary and generous employee benefits, based in Cumbria across various sites.

Benefits

26 days annual leave, increasing to 30 days

Competitive pension scheme

Healthcare plan

Performance-related bonus scheme

Gym discounts

Employee Assistance Plan

Enhanced parental leave schemes

Qualifications

• Degree in an environmental or related discipline preferred.
• Ability to conduct site inspections and audits.
• Valid driving license required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct site inspections to maintain ISO 14001 Accreditation.
• Provide environmental advice to improve compliance.
• Collate regulatory data for submission to the Environment Agency.

Skills

Good knowledge of wastewater treatment

Understanding of environmental legislation

Inspection and auditing skills

Time management and organisational skills

Education

Degree / diploma in an appropriate subject

CIWM WAMITAB NVQ level 4 qualification

Job description

Salary - £44,320
Work Type - Onsite
Job Location - Cumbria - various sites available
Role Type - Permanent
Employment Type - Full Time
Working Hours - 37.0 Hours per Week

United Utilities' (UU) purpose is to deliver great water for a stronger, greener and healthier North West of England. We are committed to providing our services in a way that respects the environment, supports the economy, and benefits society.

We value diversity, inclusion and innovation in our workplace, and we foster a culture where our people can grow, excel, and be themselves.

We uphold our ethics, values and business model to fulfil our mission and, by setting clear goals and objectives, we create sustainable long-term value for our colleagues, customers and communities. Whether you work with a team that shares your vision or join a network of peers with similar interests, you will find a welcoming and supportive organisation to be part of.

We've got a lot to offer. You will be part of a thriving FTSE 100 company and will enjoy a range of core benefits that reflect your value and contribution.

• A generous annual leave package of 26 days, which increases to 30 days after four years of service (increases one day per year), in addition to 8 bank holidays
• A competitive pension scheme with up to 14% employer contribution, 21% combined, and life cover
• Up to 7.5% performance‑related bonus scheme, as well as recognition awards for outstanding achievements
• A comprehensive healthcare plan through our company‑funded scheme
• MyGymDiscounts – gym and wellness benefit that offers up to 25% off on gym memberships and digital fitness subscriptions
• Best Doctors
• Salary Finance
• Wealth at Work courses
• Deals and discounts
• EVolve Car Scheme
• Employee Assistance Plan
• Mental health first aiders
• ShareBuy
• MORE Choices flexible benefits
• Enhanced parental leave schemes

To support the Company in fulfilling its regulations, policies, procedures (Environmental Management Systems) and external accreditations (ISO14001) for a limited number of sites across the asset base as part of a team of Environmental Regulatory Advisors (ERAs).

To deliver specialist waste, permitting and environmental advice to improve and maintain environmental regulatory compliance, reduce carbon emissions through minimisation, re‑use and recycling of waste and increase business efficiencies, for example by optimising energy through waste including CHP.

• To undertake site inspections and audits in accordance with Business needs (including maintaining ISO 14001 Accreditation) and regulatory requirements (including EPR (Waste and Installations), Exemptions, Duty of Care, etc.)
• Provision of specialist environmental technical expertise to their defined business area.
• To collate all regulatory site specific data for submission to the Environment Agency within the required timeframes.
• To maintain a working relationship with their local EA officers.
• Have an in depth knowledge of site specific waste and installation permits in the role holders defined area and ensure all requirements are being met.

• Good knowledge and understanding of wastewater and sludge treatment practices, techniques, policies and operational activities.
• A good knowledge and understanding of environmental legislation and environmental permitting requirements.
• Familiarity of different UU site permits and ability to interpret their specific requirements
• Knowledge, experience and skills in conducting inspections & audits. High levels of influencing skills.
• Good time management and organisational skills - able to work to deadlines and achieve objectives

This role may not be eligible for the visa sponsorship.

Essential Qualifications

• Degree / diploma in an appropriate subject
• Currently hold or able to obtain the CIWM professionally acknowledged WAMITAB NVQ level 4 qualification and maintain continued competence through biennial external examinations.
• Valid driving licence

• Pollution Prevention
• Investigatory
• Passionate
• Consistent
• Meticulous

We have various Cumbrian sites which can be deemed as a base currently i.e. Barrow, Carlisle, Lancaster.

We rely on every employee to ensure our customers receive the best possible service, day in, day out. In return, we ensure that you will be well rewarded for your efforts, from an excellent salary through to development opportunities that will really kick start a thriving career here at UU.