Environmental Strategy Lead - Manufacturing

Coca-cola European Partners; London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the FMCG sector is seeking an Environmental Manager to spearhead sustainability initiatives at its Edmonton Operations. The role involves leading on environmental policies, ensuring compliance, and managing waste reduction projects. Join a team that emphasizes innovation, inclusion, and impactful growth, with competitive compensation and opportunities for development.

Benefits

Flexible Benefits

Pension Plan

Health Care

Qualifications

• Degree in Environmental Science or a related technical field.
• Strong analytical, communication, and leadership skills.
• Experience in waste reduction projects in manufacturing or FMCG.

Responsibilities

• Lead implementation of environmental policies and standards.
• Drive waste reduction and efficiency projects.
• Manage compliance with ISO 14001 accreditation.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Leadership Skills

Problem Solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Environmental Science, or related field

Master’s degree in relevant field (preferred)

NEBOSH, IEMA, or equivalent Environmental Management Certification

Job description

Environment Manager - Edmonton

Permanent

Salary + Bonus + Flexible Benefits + Share Scheme + Pension Plan + Health Care

What you become part of:

Edmonton Operations is the second-largest production facility in GB, producing approximately 150 million cases of drinks per year across seven manufacturing lines. It is also the only site in GB that produces our Oasis drinks. With over 300 employees across Manufacturing, QESH, and Engineering, gaining experience here can open doors to excellent career opportunities both within Edmonton and across other GB sites.

We are seeking a highly motivated Environmental Manager to join our team and lead on-site environmental initiatives across our FMCG operations. This role requires a strong technical or engineering background, with a passion for sustainability and environmental stewardship. We are hiring for potential, and are looking for someone who is eager to grow, contribute, and make a tangible impact.

As the on-site Environmental expert, you will drive the implementation of environmental policies and standards, ensure compliance with legal and corporate requirements, and lead key initiatives to deliver the site’s carbon and sustainability targets in line with the company’s long-term vision. A hands-on approach will be essential to identify and execute waste reduction projects within manufacturing and embed sustainable practices across the site.

What to expect:

You willbe the on-site Environmental expert and lead the implementation of Environment policies and standards, drive improvement initiatives to deliver the site Carbon target in line with the company visions.

Key responsibilities include:

• Proactively seek and lead waste reduction and efficiency projects within manufacturing to drive measurable improvements in environmental performance.
• Coach front-line teams in environmental incident investigations, ensuring learnings are embedded into future practices
• Serve as the site’s Environmental representative and primary contact for the Environment Agency, including acting as caretaker of the Environment Agency Permit.
• Drive the site environmental plan, ensuring compliance with all local and corporate requirements.
• Conduct internal audits to assess compliance and lead action planning.
• Manage and report performance against the agreed energy and water budgets.
• Lead the implementation of CCEP Environmental policies and standards, ensuring these are embedded into site procedures and practices.
• Sustain and manage compliance with ISO 14001 accreditation.
• Define and update environmental policies and standards, identifying opportunities for improvement to enhance overall site performance.
• Apply Root cause problem solving to reduce environmental impact.
• Lead environmental risk management using Aspect & Impact assessments, ensuring risks are recognized, assessed, and mitigated through collaboration with Manufacturing and Distribution teams.
• Champion and lead environmental initiatives across the site, role-modelling the behaviours needed to achieve our sustainability goals.

Skills & Essentials:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Environmental Science, or a related technical field (Master’s degree preferred).
• Strong analytical, communication, and leadership skills, with the ability to engage and influence cross-functional teams.
• Track record of driving behavioural and cultural change and strong management of change mindset.
• NEBOSH, IEMA, or equivalent Environmental Management Certification is a plus
• Experience waste reduction projects delivering efficiency improvements in a manufacturing or FMCG environment

Why Join Us?

• Lead a high-impact environmental agenda within a fast-paced FMCG setting.
• Join a team that values innovation, inclusion, and sustainability.
• Competitive compensation, development support, and growth opportunities.

The closing date for applications is 14/07/25. We reserve the right to close this advertisement early if we receive a high volume of applications. To ensure you are considered for this role, we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.