Environmental & Sustainability Specialist - Maternity cover 12 months

ATTB - The Big Jobsite; Milton Keynes; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading sustainability consultancy in Milton Keynes is seeking an experienced Environmental and Sustainability Specialist to drive environmental compliance and advance sustainability initiatives. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of experience, strong knowledge of ISO standards, and relevant environmental qualifications. This role offers a supportive working environment with a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years experience in a similar role.
• Strong knowledge of ISO 14001 and ISO 50001 standards.
• Full, clean UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Conduct site audits and environmental assessments.
• Ensure compliance with ISO 14001 and related standards.
• Develop and implement sustainability policies and frameworks.
• Monitor and advise on UK environmental legislation.

Skills

ISO 14001 experience

Data analysis

Auditing skills

Knowledge of UK environmental legislation

Education

Relevant environmental qualification

NEBOSH Environmental Certificate

IEMA membership (Affiliate or Practitioner level)

Job description

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Environmental and Sustainability Specialist to join one of our clients based in Milton Keynes.

This is a key position within the organisation, responsible for driving environmental compliance and advancing sustainable development initiatives across the business.

The successful candidate will play a central role in auditing, data analysis, and ensuring compliance with ISO 14001 certification, while also leading the development and implementation of sustainability standards aligned with the company's strategic goals.

Key Responsibilities:

Conducting site audits and environmental assessments

Ensuring ongoing compliance with ISO 14001 and related standards

Developing and implementing sustainability policies and frameworks

Delivering internal training and awareness programmes

Producing reports

Monitoring and advising on UK environmental legislation

Leading or supporting environmental projects

Reviewing and updating policies, procedures, and documentation

Maintaining environmental management systems and tracking performance across key suppliers

Driving continuous improvement across environmental and sustainability functions

Skills and Experience Required:

Ideally of 5 years experience in a similar role

Strong knowledge of ISO 14001 and ISO 50001 standards

IEMA membership (Affiliate or Practitioner level)

NEBOSH Environmental Certificate

Relevant environmental qualification

Full, clean UK driving licence

This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established and forward-thinking organisation offering a supportive working environment and a comprehensive benefits package.

Quality Personnel

acting as an Employment Agency & Business (rated as one of the top 3 Agencies in Milton Keynes for the 5th year running!).

Please note due to volume of applications you will only be contacted if we are progressing your application.

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