Lead Sustainability Specialist (Previous Relevant Experince is Required)

JR United Kingdom; Coventry; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology company in the UK is seeking a Senior Environmental Advisor to implement sustainability strategies and ensure compliance with regulations. The role involves significant travel and offers hybrid working arrangements. Ideal candidates will have relevant qualifications and experience in environmental roles.

Benefits

Company Car

34 days holiday

Company pension scheme

Family-friendly policies

Occupational health and wellbeing support

Discounts on cinema, dining, and shopping

Qualifications

• Experience in environmental and sustainability roles in Rail, Telecoms, Utilities, or Construction.
• Proven experience providing technical sustainability advice.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert guidance on environmental and sustainability matters.
• Assist in preparing sustainability and carbon reduction plans.
• Support project teams to embed sustainable practices.

Skills

Environmental Compliance

Sustainability Strategy

Risk Management

Education

PIEMA Qualification

ISO14001:2015 Lead Auditor

Job description

The provided job description has some issues with formatting, relevancy, and clarity. It contains irrelevant or confusing elements, such as references to 'Lead Sustainability Specialist' which do not match the detailed role of 'Senior Environmental Advisor'. The structure could be improved for readability and focus. Here is a refined version:

Job Title: Senior Environmental Advisor

Location: Warwickshire, United Kingdom (Hybrid)

Company: Telent

Job Category: Other

Job Views: 5

Posted: 12.05.2025

Expiry Date: 26.06.2025

Job Description:

At Telent, you will have the opportunity to be part of a mission-critical team that keeps the nation's networks connected and protected 24/7. Reporting to the Environmental and Sustainability Manager, the Senior Environmental Advisor will play a key role in implementing the company's Sustainability Strategy, supporting Business Units to meet waste reduction, carbon reduction objectives, ISO14001 standards, and legal requirements across Rail and Asset Management divisions. This role involves up to 50% UK-wide travel and offers flexible, hybrid working arrangements.

Responsibilities:

• Provide expert guidance to EHS teams and project leads on environmental and sustainability matters to ensure compliance with customer and regulatory requirements.
• Develop and support risk management strategies, including environmental assurance and audit programs.
• Assist in preparing sustainability and carbon reduction plans for contracts and bids.
• Maintain performance data and generate reports on carbon management for internal and external stakeholders.
• Review environmental aspects and impacts regularly, including climate change risks.
• Support project teams to embed sustainable and carbon reduction practices throughout project lifecycles.

Candidate Profile:

Ideal candidates will have experience in environmental and sustainability roles within industries such as Rail, Telecoms, Utilities, or Construction. Key qualifications include:

• Minimum PIEMA qualification
• ISO14001:2015 Lead Auditor certification
• Proven experience providing technical sustainability advice
• Track record of reducing environmental impacts of infrastructure and equipment
• Experience managing complex projects and change initiatives
• Full driving license and flexibility for UK-wide travel

What We Offer:

Joining Telent provides opportunities for growth across various sectors and roles. We foster an inclusive culture that values diversity and individual contributions. Benefits include:

• Company Car
• 34 days holiday including public holidays, with options to buy/sell days
• Company pension scheme
• Family-friendly policies
• Occupational health and wellbeing support
• Discounts on cinema, dining, and shopping via Telent Rewards

About Telent:

Telent is a leading technology company specializing in mission-critical communications and infrastructure support. Our work connects communities and enhances digital infrastructure across the UK. Join our team of over 3,000 dedicated professionals and make a meaningful impact.

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