Environmental & Sustainability Specialist

ATTB - The Big Jobsite; Milton Keynes; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable publishing company is looking for an Environmental & Sustainability Specialist for a 12-month maternity cover based in Milton Keynes. The role involves leading site audits, ensuring compliance with ISO 14001 standards, and driving sustainability initiatives. Ideal candidates will have experience in sustainability roles, strong data analysis skills, and a full UK driving license. This position offers a hybrid work model and a salary between £40,000 and £45,000 per annum.

Benefits

Life assurance

Company pension scheme

Free onsite parking

Qualifications

• Proven experience in an environmental or sustainability role.
• Strong knowledge of ISO standards and maintaining ISO 14001 certification.
• Skilled in conducting audits, writing clear reports, and developing policies.

Responsibilities

• Lead site audits and maintain ISO 14001 certification.
• Drive sustainability initiatives and produce the annual report.
• Collect, analyse, and report on environmental data.

Skills

Experience in environmental or sustainability role

Knowledge of ISO standards

Data analysis skills

Proficiency in Excel

Planning and organisation

Attention to detail

Education

NEBOSH qualification or membership of IEMA

Tools

Reporting tools

Job description

Our client is a well-established and professional publisher who is seeking an

Environmental & Sustainability Specialist based in

Milton Keynes

on a 12 month maternity cover contract basis.

Summary of the Environmental & Sustainability Specialist role

Salary:

£40,000 - £45,000 per annum

Location:

Milton Keynes, Hybrid after probation, 1 day from home

Type of Contract:

12 Month Maternity Cover contract

Hours:

37.5 hours, Monday - Friday: 8:30 am

5:00 pm

Benefits: Life assurance, company pension scheme, PPE uniform provided, free onsite parking.

Responsibilities of the Environmental & Sustainability Specialist

Lead site audits, maintain ISO 14001 certification, and ensure compliance with UK legislation, FSC standards, and Net Zero targets.

Drive sustainability initiatives by reviewing impact assessments, monitoring the Sustainable Development Strategy, and producing the annual report.

Collect, analyse, and report on environmental and sustainability data to track progress and highlight opportunities for improvement.

Partner with teams across the business to deliver sustainability training, embed sustainable procurement, and strengthen supplier performance.

Audit contracts, processes, and non-conformities to ensure continuous improvement and best practice.

Requirements for a successful Environmental & Sustainability Specialist

Proven experience in an environmental or sustainability role, with strong knowledge of ISO standards and maintaining ISO 14001 certification.

Skilled in conducting audits, writing clear reports, and developing policies and procedures.

Strong IT and data analysis skills, with proficiency in Excel and reporting tools.

Excellent planning, organisation, and attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple priorities.

Full, clean UK driving licence and willingness to travel when required.

NEBOSH qualification, membership of IEMA, or other relevant professional accreditation would be advantageous.

Allstaff Recruitment are an Independent Recruitment Specialist based in Bedfordshire who work on behalf of companies across Bedford, Milton Keynes and surrounds to fill their vacancies and meet their recruitment needs. We place candidates in permanent, temporary and contract roles across a number of industry sectors.

**Thank you for your interest in the

Environmental & Sustainability Specialist

role. One of our qualified Recruitment Specialists will now review your application. Due to the high volume of applications, we receive it is with regret that we are unable to respond to all candidates directly. However, if you do not hear from us within seven days you have unfortunately been unsuccessful on this occasion. **

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