Environmental Strategy Expert (Previous Relevant Experince is Required)

JR United Kingdom; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology company is seeking a Senior Environmental Advisor to implement sustainability strategies across various sectors. This role involves providing expert advice, managing environmental risks, and supporting carbon reduction initiatives. The ideal candidate will have relevant experience, key qualifications, and a commitment to sustainability.

Benefits

Company Car

34 days holiday

Company pension scheme

Family-friendly policies

Occupational health and wellbeing support

Discounts via Telent Reward scheme

Qualifications

• Experience in Environmental & Sustainability role in Rail, Telecoms, Utilities, or Construction.
• Proven track record in reducing environmental impact.

Responsibilities

• Provide guidance on environment and sustainability to meet regulatory requirements.
• Assist in preparing sustainability and carbon reduction plans.
• Support project teams to embed sustainable practices.

Skills

Environmental Advice

Sustainability

Risk Management

Education

PIEMA

ISO14001:2015 Lead Auditor

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Environmental Strategy Expert (Previous Relevant Experience Required), Leeds, West Yorkshire

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Client:

Telent

Location:

Leeds, West Yorkshire, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Posted:

12.05.2025

Expiry Date:

26.06.2025

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Job Description:

Senior Environmental Advisor Warwickshire, United Kingdom (Hybrid)

At Telent, you will have the opportunity to be part of something bigger. To keep things moving, connect people. It's important work we do. Learning together, inspiring colleagues, and making the entire organization better. Join us and help keep the nation's critical networks connected and protected 24/7.

Reporting to the Environmental and Sustainability Manager, the Environmental and Sustainability Specialist (Senior Environmental Advisor) will play a key role in implementing Telent's Sustainability Strategy and supporting Business Units to meet waste and carbon reduction objectives, customer expectations, ISO14001, and legal requirements across our Rail and Asset Management divisions. This role involves up to 50% UK-wide travel and is agile in nature.

What you’ll do:

• Provide specialist guidance and advice to EHS teams and Project leads on environment and sustainability to meet regulatory and customer requirements.
• Support risk management by establishing an environmental assurance regime, including risk-based audits, ensuring effective practices through inspections and audits.
• Assist in preparing sustainability and carbon reduction plans for contracts and bids.
• Develop and maintain performance data and generate carbon management reports for clients and internal use.
• Ensure regular reviews of environmental aspects and impacts, including climate change risks.
• Support project teams to embed sustainable and carbon reduction practices throughout the project lifecycle.

Who you are:

You have experience in a similar Environmental & Sustainability role within relevant industries such as Rail, Telecoms, Utilities, or Construction.

Key Requirements:

• Minimum Qualification: PIEMA
• ISO14001:2015 Lead Auditor
• Experience providing technical sustainability and environmental advice for business operations
• Proven track record in reducing environmental impact through product lifecycle management
• Experience managing complex technical and change projects
• Full driving license and flexibility for UK-wide travel

What we offer:

A career at Telent spans many sectors, roles, and technologies, offering opportunities for development, learning, and impact. We are committed to an inclusive culture that values diversity and ideas, ensuring everyone can thrive.

Additional benefits include:

• Company Car
• 34 days holiday (including public holidays), with options to buy or sell days
• Company pension scheme
• Family-friendly policies
• Occupational health and wellbeing support
• Discounts on cinema, restaurants, and shopping via Telent Reward scheme

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About Us

Telent is a leading technology company specializing in mission-critical communications and digital infrastructure support. We connect communities and enhance digital resilience, with a team of over 3,000 dedicated professionals committed to excellence and innovation.