Environmental & Safety Compliance Advisor Decommissioning

NES Fircroft; England; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company in the Oil & Gas sector as an Environmental & Safety Advisor. This role is pivotal in ensuring compliance with environmental regulations while supporting the UK’s goal to achieve Net Zero by 2050. You will collaborate with technical teams to manage risk assessments and streamline permit applications, playing a crucial part in the decommissioning of offshore assets. If you are detail-oriented and passionate about environmental safety, this is your chance to make a significant impact in a dynamic and supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in offshore Environmental & Safety compliance is essential.
• Proficiency in writing environmental appraisals and permits.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and track Environmental Permit applications and compliance reports.
• Manage risk assessments and lead sustainability initiatives.

Skills

Stakeholder Management

Communication Skills

Attention to Detail

Organizational Skills

Environmental Compliance

Risk Assessment

Tools

MS Office

Regulatory Systems

Job description

Environmental & Safety Advisor – Offshore Decommissioning

Want to help the UK hit Net Zero by 2050? Join a leading Oil & Gas Operator UK’s Decommissioning Team and play a key role in safely retiring and repurposing offshore oil and gas assets.

We’re looking for a detail-oriented Environmental & Safety Advisor with experience in permit applications and SEMS. You’ll ensure compliance with all regulatory and internal standards, working closely with technical teams to streamline approvals, manage risk assessments, and engage with key stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Prepare and track Environmental Permit applications and compliance reports
2. Draft Environmental & Safety sections in decommissioning plans and close-out reports
3. Manage risk assessments (HAZID, ENVID) and drive continuous improvements
4. Ensure regulatory requirements are captured, updated, and met
5. Lead audits, sustainability initiatives, and contractor compliance efforts

What You Need:

1. Experience in offshore Environmental & Safety compliance
2. Strong stakeholder management & communication skills
3. Excellent organisation & attention to detail
4. Proficiency in MS Office & regulatory systems
5. Proactive, collaborative, and able to work across teams
6. Experience writing environmental appraisals, assessments & permits

Step up and make an impact—apply now!