Graduate Sustainability Advisor

Clark Contracts; Paisley; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A construction company in Paisley is seeking a Sustainability Adviser to enhance sustainability initiatives and carbon reporting. The ideal candidate will hold an Environmental Degree and preferably have knowledge of Carbon Reporting. Responsibilities include developing the Environmental Management System, ensuring compliance with regulations, and training staff on environmental matters. This full-time role offers competitive salary, career progression opportunities, and various employee benefits such as training and development, pension scheme, and an Employee Assistance Programme.

Benefits

33 days annual leave

Career progression opportunities

Ongoing training and development

Contributory personal pension scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Cycle to Work Scheme

Group Life Assurance

Critical Illness Income Protection

Company Sick Pay

Enhanced Paternity and Maternity Pay

Eyecare Vouchers

Employee volunteering scheme

Additional holidays for long service

Qualifications

• Holds or is working towards an Environmental Degree.
• Knowledge of Carbon Reporting is ideal.
• Construction knowledge would be beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing the Environmental Management System meeting ISO14001.
• Implement the Company strategy for enhanced carbon reporting.
• Liaise with suppliers to improve carbon reporting.
• Develop and maintain sustainability performance reports.
• Ensure compliance with environmental regulations.

Skills

Knowledge of Carbon Reporting

IT Literate (Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint)

Attention to Detail

Ability to Prioritise

Self-motivated

Education

Environmental Degree

Job description

Founded in 1978, Clark Contracts Ltd is a privately owned main contractor with five operating divisions; Construction, Housing, Fit Out, Refurbishment and Maintenance. We employ over 250 people with offices in the East and West of Scotland.

Due to continued growth, we are looking to add a Sustainability Adviser to our team. We are ideally seeking a candidate with an Environmental Degree and a good understanding of Carbon Reporting.

This role would be well suited to a recent graduate with a sustainability-related qualification, though we are also open to conversations with more experienced candidates. For recent graduates, experience within a main contractor environment, particularly within HS&E. Knowledge of Quality Management would also be beneficial.

Role & Responsibilities

• Assist with the development and implementation of the Environmental Management System to ensure it continues to meet the requirements of ISO14001.
• Work with the Group HSEQ Manager to implement the Company strategy to enhance our carbon reporting to include Scope 3. Implement the Company’s 3-year carbon reduction plan. This will include: Collect and analyse sustainability-related data, including energy usage, carbon footprint, waste management, and supply chain sustainability.
• Liaise with suppliers and subcontractors to understand their current carbon reporting knowledge and work with them to enhance their knowledge so that they can comply with our requirements.
• Develop and maintain sustainability performance dashboards and reports.
• Identify trends and opportunities for improvement in environmental impact reduction.
• Ensure compliance with environmental regulations and industry best practices, particularly in relation to SECR and ESOS.
• Coordinate improvements within our ESG Strategy
• Support the implementation of sustainability strategies and initiatives across the business.
• Assist Site Management with advance planning with respect to Environmental issues and Carbon Reporting.
• Provide practical advice and assistance in the development, review and maintenance of Construction Phase Plans which include environmental requirements.
• Communicate correct interpretation of Company Policies, Codes of Practice and environmental requirements to the satisfaction of all parties.
• To assist in the training of Staff, Operatives and Sub-Contractors at all levels on environmental matters.

Candidate

• Holds or is working towards an Environmental Degree and ideally has a knowledge of Carbon Reporting.
• Construction knowledge and how it applies to the environment would be beneficial.
• IT Literate (Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
• An eye for detail.
• Ability to prioritise and organise workload and work to deadlines.
• Self-motivated individual.
• Can maintain confidentiality.
• Hardworking and a questioning mind.

Why work for us?

At Clark Contracts Ltd, we offer more than just a job. We are committed to investing in our employees and providing opportunities for personal and professional growth.

In addition to a competitive salary (negotiable based on experience), you will benefit from: 33 days annual leave entitlement (This is inclusive of 8 public holidays), with the option to purchase additional holidays.

• Career progression opportunities
• Ongoing training and development
• Contributory personal pension scheme.
• Access to the company’s Employee Assistance Programme which includes support for both you and your family (conditions apply) as well as a team of Mental Health First Aiders.
• Cycle to Work Scheme.
• Group Life Assurance.
• Critical Illness Income Protection.
• Company Sick Pay.
• Enhanced Paternity and Maternity Pay.
• Eyecare Vouchers
• Employee volunteering scheme.
• Additional holidays for long service.

This is a full time, permanent position and will be based at our head office in Paisley although due to the nature of the role travel will be required.

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