Environmental Team Lead

Todd Hayes; Norwich; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading independent Oil & Gas operator in Norwich seeks an Environmental Team Lead for the QSSHE department. This full-time, permanent role involves managing environmental compliance across offshore operations while collaborating in a dynamic team. Candidates need extensive experience in the Oil & Gas sector and relevant certifications.

Benefits

Discretionary Bonus

Private Medical & Dental Insurance

Flexible Benefit Allowance

Life Assurance

Excellent Pension Scheme

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Flex Days

Profit Sharing Scheme

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in offshore Oil & Gas sector at Advisor or Team Leader level.
• Ability to build relationships with stakeholders and manage environmental compliance.
• Understanding of emissions management and environmental standards.

Responsibilities

• Manage environmental permits and provide support to offshore assets.
• Lead and maintain ISO14001:2015 compliance with audits and inspections.
• Monitor legislative changes and assess impacts on business.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Stakeholder management

Environmental regulatory knowledge

Influencing skills

Education

Degree in Environmental Management

ISO14001 auditor training

Bachelor of Science in Environmental Sciences

NEBOSH National General Certificate

MSc in Environmental Management

Tools

SCR2015

PORTAL

EEMS

ETSWAP

SECR

Job description

Environmental Team Lead

Our client, a leading independent Oil & Gas operator based in Norwich, is currently seeking an Environmental Team Lead to join their QSSHE department. This full-time, permanent position involves working in a collaborative and dynamic team environment. Some travel to other sites and offshore visits may be required.

Key Knowledge, Skills & Experience:

• Extensive experience in the offshore upstream Oil & Gas sector, operating at Advisor or Team Leader level.
• Breadth of experience including offshore production, subsea, drilling, and well intervention operations.
• Knowledge of UK environmental regulatory frameworks and influence strategies.
• Understanding of emissions management and trading schemes related to offshore activities.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Degree in Environmental Management, Engineering, or related field.
• ISO14001 auditor training and certification.
• Familiarity with SCR2015, PORTAL, EEMS, ETSWAP, and SECR.
• Ability to build relationships with stakeholders to influence and collaborate effectively.
• Pragmatic approach with integrity.
• Ability to influence stakeholders at all levels.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage permits such as OPPC, ETS, and Chemicals for offshore operations.
• Review permit submissions to regulators.
• Provide environmental support to onshore and offshore assets.
• Contribute to terminal environmental operations and produce environmental plans aligned with ISO14001.
• Lead maintenance of ISO14001:2015 and conduct scheduled audits and inspections.
• Manage environmental SEMS documents and ensure timely reporting (EEMS, OSPAR, OPPC, SECR).
• Represent the company in external environmental affairs.
• Advise on environmental policies and legislative compliance.
• Monitor legislative changes and assess impacts on the business.
• Review personnel and contractor performance regarding environmental standards.
• Conduct site visits and support investigations into environmental events.
• Ensure environmental requirements, risks, controls, and mitigations are understood and implemented.
• Develop and deliver training and advisory materials.
• Maintain OPEPs and participate in the IMT.
• Contribute to the HSE budget and project environmental oversight.

Safety & Environmentally Critical Courses:

• Bachelor of Science in Environmental Sciences
• NEBOSH National General Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety
• Incident Investigator Course

Preferred Knowledge, Skills & Experience:

• Leadership or supervisory experience.
• At least 10 years in the Oil and Gas industry.
• Full membership of IEMA or similar.
• Experience with onshore terminals, COMAH, NORM Management, RPS.
• MSc in Environmental Management or related field.

Benefits:

• Discretionary Bonus
• Private Medical & Dental Insurance
• Flexible Benefit Allowance
• Life Assurance
• Excellent Pension Scheme
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Flex Days
• Profit Sharing Scheme

Todd Hayes Ltd is an equal opportunities employer. Due to high application volumes, we may not respond to all applicants directly. Your details will be retained for future opportunities. If suitable, we will contact you. Todd Hayes Ltd acts as an Employment Business for this vacancy.