HSE Advisor

Ayesa - UK and Ireland; St Helens; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consultancy firm in St Helens is seeking a Senior Environmental Permitting Consultant to guide infrastructure projects through regulatory frameworks. You will lead both project delivery and team management, supporting junior staff while fostering client relationships. The ideal candidate has a BSc in a relevant field and over 10 years of experience in environmental consultancy. The position offers a competitive salary and a hybrid working model with flexible hours.

Benefits

Competitive Salary

Hybrid Work Model

Flexible Hours

Pension Matching

Income Protection

Professional Development Support

Generous Annual Leave

Qualifications

• 10+ years’ experience in environmental consultancy or regulatory sectors.
• Deep understanding of UK environmental permitting frameworks.
• Experience with Environmental Management Systems and Quality Management Systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and delivery of complex environmental permitting projects.
• Manage technical outputs including risk assessments and regulatory submissions.
• Support and mentor junior staff across project phases.

Skills

Project management

Communication

Report writing

Risk assessment

Education

BSc in Environmental Science or related field

MSc or relevant higher qualification

Tools

MS Word

Excel

LandSim

H1

Job description

At Ayesa, we engineer the future by blending cutting-edge technology, sustainable design, and expert consultancy across the globe. As a Senior Environmental Permitting Consultant, you will play a critical role in guiding infrastructure and development projects through complex regulatory frameworks, with a focus on environmental risk, compliance, and permitting strategy. We’re looking for a trusted advisor and hands‑on technical leader – someone who thrives in multidisciplinary teams, supports junior staff, and helps clients navigate ever‑changing regulatory landscapes.

What You’ll Be Doing

Project Leadership & Technical Delivery

• Lead the development and delivery of complex environmental permitting projects
• Manage technical outputs – risk assessments, environmental permit applications, and regulatory submissions
• Apply risk assessment tools (e.g., LandSim, H1) and understand how permitting interacts with environmental legislation

Team & Client Management

• Support and mentor junior staff across project phases
• Oversee task allocation, QA/QC processes, and knowledge transfer
• Maintain and grow client relationships; provide strategic advice to stakeholders and regulators

Business Development & Strategic Growth

• Prepare technical proposals, quotes, and fee estimates
• Identify and secure new opportunities through existing and emerging client networks

Requirements

• BSc in Environmental Science, Geography, Geology, Civil Engineering, or related field
• 10+ years’ experience in environmental consultancy or regulatory sectors
• Deep understanding of UK environmental permitting frameworks and risk‑based approaches
• Proficiency with MS Word and Excel; confident in report writing and data management
• Strong project management and communication skills
• Experience with Environmental Management Systems (EMS) and Quality Management Systems (QMS)

Desirable

• MSc or relevant higher qualification
• Chartered status (e.g., CIWEM, IEMA, or similar)

Benefits

• Competitive Salary
• Hybrid Work Model (2‑3 days from home)
• Flexible Hours – 37.5 per week (Core: 10am‑4pm Mon‑Thu, 10am‑3pm Fri)
• Pension Matching & Financial Planning Support
• Income Protection & Life Assurance
• Professional Development and Chartership Support
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
• Sustainability & Innovation‑Focused Culture
• Socials, Recognition Awards & Wellbeing Initiatives
• Generous Annual Leave with Additional Days Based on Service

Equal Opportunity Statement

Ayesa is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We value and celebrate diversity in all its forms, including but not limited to age, disability, gender identity, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, and socio‑economic background or neurodiversity. We believe that a diverse workforce fosters innovation and stronger outcomes. We are committed to inclusive hiring practices, providing reasonable adjustments for applicants and employees with disabilities, and ensuring equal access to opportunities for learning, development, and progression across our organisation.