Head of Sustainability B8b

NHS Scotland; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde seeks a Head of Sustainability to lead their sustainability strategy and team. This senior role requires a visionary leader with a strong background in environmental management and policy development, driving compliance and strategic aims for sustainable healthcare. A master's degree and professional membership are essential qualifications.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in sustainability and environmental management.
• Full membership of relevant professional institutes (e.g., IEMA, CIWEM).
• Expert knowledge of climate change legislation and ISO management systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead strategic direction of sustainability initiatives.
• Oversee compliance with national and international standards.
• Manage a dedicated team focused on achieving Net Zero ambitions.

Skills

Sustainability

Environmental management

Policy development

Change management

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Master's degree in Environmental Science/Management/Engineering or Sustainability

Job description

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an exceptional leader to join NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde as Head of Sustainability.

This permanent post is based within the Estates and Facilities Directorate and offers a unique chance to lead the strategic direction of sustainability across one of the UK’s largest health boards.

We are seeking a highly motivated, visionary, and experienced professional with a strong background in sustainability, policy development, and environmental management. You will bring a proven track record of delivering complex programmes in large, multi-site organisations, ideally within industry or similar sized public sector organisations.

As Head of Sustainability, you will be responsible for leading a team that is driving NHS GGC’s Net Zero ambitions, development and implementation of the Board’s Sustainability Strategy, and ensuring compliance with national and international reporting standards. You will manage a dedicated team of professionals and oversee a portfolio of work streams that progress Scottish Government Delivery Plan Objectives and the Boards Sustainability Strategy.

This is a senior leadership role requiring excellent communication, change management experience, strategic planning, and stakeholder engagement skills. You will work closely with senior management across the organisation, Scottish Government, local authorities, and external partners to influence positive outcomes for NHSGGC.

You will be educated to master’s level (or equivalent experience) in a relevant subject (Environmental Science/Management/Engineering or Sustainability) and hold full membership of a relevant professional institute (IEMA or CIWEM) and or Chartered Status. Expert knowledge of climate change legislation, ISO management systems (14001 & 9001) and International Sustainability Standards Board (ISSB) and Risk Management. Experience of working in regulated industry is strongly preferred.

Please note that the recruitment process will include pre-interview assessments for shortlisted candidates, prior to the formal interview stage. Details of this assessment will be provided to shortlisted applicants.

In return, we offer a dynamic and supportive working environment where your expertise will shape the future of sustainable healthcare in Scotland.

Informal Contact

Martin Johnston, Head of Sustainability [e-mail] on 07976859697.

Details on how to contact the Recruitment Service can be found within the Candidate Information Packs

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde encourages applications from all sections of the community. We promote a culture of inclusion across the organisation and are proud of the diverse workforce we have.

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