Environmental & Sustainability Manager

Clear.; City of Edinburgh; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading engineering firm as an Environmental & Sustainability Manager where you will lead sustainability initiatives and ensure compliance with environmental regulations. Integral to this role is the development of strategies to minimize ecological footprints and drive innovative energy solutions in a growing company dedicated to renewable energy.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits package

Opportunities for career development

Flexible/hybrid working options

Qualifications

• Proven experience in environmental and sustainability management.
• Strong knowledge of carbon reporting and ESG frameworks.
• Chartered status or working towards accreditation.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement environmental and sustainability policies.
• Ensure compliance with UK and international environmental regulations.
• Conduct environmental impact assessments and document findings.

Skills

Analytical skills

Stakeholder engagement

Environmental legislation knowledge

Sustainability best practices

Education

Degree in Environmental Science

Degree in Sustainability

Tools

ISO 14001

Job description

Clear. Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom

Environmental & Sustainability Manager

Clear. Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom

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Principal Consultant - Energy & Power EMEA - at Clear Engineering Recruitment

Environmental & Sustainability Manager

£55,000 - £65,000 (DOE) Basic Salary + benefits + package

Great opportunity to work for a leading engineering firm specialising in renewable energy and power generation, committed to driving sustainable energy solutions. They are dedicated to reducing environmental impact while delivering innovative and efficient power systems. As part of our growth, they are seeking an Environmental & Sustainability Manager to lead the sustainability initiatives and ensure compliance with environmental regulations.

The Role

As the Environmental & Sustainability Manager, you will play a key role in developing and implementing environmental strategies to minimise the ecological footprint of our power generation projects and assets. You will ensure compliance with environmental legislation, drive sustainability best practices, and support the business in achieving its net-zero and ESG goals.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement environmental and sustainability policies, strategies, and management systems.
• Ensure compliance with UK and international environmental regulations (e.g., ISO 14001, ESOS, SECR, Net Zero targets).
• Conduct environmental impact assessments (EIAs) and audits for power generation projects.
• Monitor and report on carbon emissions, energy efficiency, and sustainability performance.
• Liaise with regulatory bodies, clients, and stakeholders on environmental matters.
• Promote sustainable engineering practices, including waste reduction, renewable energy integration, and circular economy principles.
• Lead training and awareness programmes to embed sustainability across the business.
• Stay updated on emerging environmental legislation and industry best practices.
• Degree in Environmental Science, Engineering, Sustainability, or a related field and equivalent experience.
• Proven experience in environmental and sustainability management, ideally within power generation, energy, or heavy industry.
• Strong knowledge of environmental legislation, carbon reporting, and ESG frameworks.
• Experience with environmental management systems (e.g., ISO 14001).
• Excellent analytical, reporting, and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Ability to influence and drive sustainability initiatives at all levels.
• Chartered status (e.g., IEMA, CIWEM) or working towards accreditation.
• Knowledge of renewable energy technologies and decarbonisation strategies.

Why Join Us?

• Competitive salary (£55K-£65K) and benefits package.
• Opportunity to lead sustainability in a high-impact engineering sector.
• Career development in a growing, forward-thinking company.
• Flexible/hybrid working options

Keywords: Environmental Manager, Sustainability Manager, ISO 14001, IEMA, Engineering, Power, Renewables, Energy, Low Carbon, Energy Systems, Net Zero, HSE, energy efficiency, environmental management systems, decarbonisation, Sustainability Management, Environmental Policy, Glasgow, Edinburgh, Scotland, INDUK

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Engineering

• Industries

  Environmental Services, Engineering Services, and Services for Renewable Energy

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