Junior Environmental Engineer

Vinci; Belfast; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the renewable energy sector is seeking a Junior Environmental Engineer to support sustainable practices and environmental compliance. The role involves implementing environmental management strategies, conducting audits, and collaborating with stakeholders to promote eco-friendly initiatives. Ideal candidates will have management experience and knowledge of environmental legislation, along with strong communication and organizational skills.

Qualifications

• Motivated self-starter with management experience.
• Knowledge of electrical infrastructure and environmental legislation.
• Effective communication skills with stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Implement environmental management plans to support sustainability goals.
• Conduct environmental audits and impact assessments.
• Ensure regulatory compliance and stakeholder collaboration.

Skills

Organization skills

Good communication skills

Critical thinking

Teamwork

Self-motivation

Flexibility

Determination and persistence

Quick learning ability

Time management

Problem-solving skills

Collaboration and interpersonal skills

Education

Recognized qualification in Environmental Management

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Title:

Junior Environmental Engineer

Reporting to:

Power Region Environmental Manager

Business Unit:

Power Region (Renewables NI)

Role purpose

This role is pivotal in providing advice and feedback on sustainable practices and environmental compliance, whilst promoting innovation and eco-friendly initiatives.

The Environmental Engineer will work closely with BUGM, Project Managers, Quality & Design Engineers, SHEQ team members, and other members of the Power Region business units to ensure the safe and environmentally sustainable delivery of Renewable and HV substation projects.

Responsibilities & Duties

1. Environmental Strategy: Implement Omexom environmental management plans to support sustainability goals and ensure compliance with industry standards and ISO 14001 regulations. Use your expertise to inspire a cultural transformation and integrate environmentally sustainable behaviors and tools across the Omexom business.
2. Audits and Assessments: Conduct environmental audits and impact assessments across projects to identify risks and recommend mitigation measures.
3. Regulatory Compliance: Ensure all statutory permissions, licenses, and exemptions are obtained and adhered to.
4. Stakeholder Collaboration: Work with Senior Managers, Project Managers, Contractors, and Clients to foster a culture of environmental responsibility and best practices.
5. Coaching: Deliver training and workshops on environmental policies, waste management, and resource optimization.
6. Waste Management: Oversee waste management, including Site Waste Management Plan implementation and record-keeping.

Person Specification

Qualifications and experience

The jobholder shall be a motivated self-starter with:

• Previous management experience, including addressing poor performance.
• Good commercial awareness with the ability to monitor and report performance against targets.
• Knowledge of electrical infrastructure, safety rules/legislation, and CDM (UK) / Safety, Health, and Welfare at Work (Construction) Regulations.
• Willingness to grow within the Omexom Environmental and Sustainability team.
• Working towards a recognized qualification in Environmental Management.
• Awareness of environmental and carbon legislation and the broader climate change agenda.
• Effective communication skills with colleagues and external stakeholders.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office products.
• Exceptional customer focus.
• A commitment to company values.

Key interfaces

Relationships with key stakeholders include:

• Power Region Director
• Power Region Business Unit General Managers
• Power Region Environmental Manager
• Project Managers
• Site Project Teams
• External stakeholders, e.g., clients

Desirable skills and competencies

• Knowledge of electrical networks including distribution systems and associated plant; civil works knowledge is an advantage.

Required skills, knowledge, and abilities:

• Organization skills
• Good communication skills
• Critical thinking
• Teamwork
• Self-motivation
• Flexibility
• Determination and persistence
• Quick learning ability
• Time management
• Problem-solving skills
• Collaboration and interpersonal skills

Values

Aligned with Omexom's values, the candidate should demonstrate:

• Team Spirit & Generosity: Contributing effectively within the team to deliver results and support performance.
• Trust and Empowerment: Managing responsibilities efficiently and professionally.
• Integrity and Responsibility: Taking responsibility for duties and ensuring high-quality results.
• Innovation & Entrepreneurship: Continuously seeking process improvements and new initiatives.