Lead Sustainability Specialist (Previous Relevant Experince is Required)

JR United Kingdom; Crawley; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology company is seeking a Lead Sustainability Specialist in Crawley. This role involves implementing sustainability strategies and supporting business units in reducing environmental impacts. Ideal candidates will have relevant qualifications and experience in environmental advisory roles. The position offers a dynamic career with extensive benefits, including a company car and generous holiday options.

Benefits

Company Car

34 days holiday

Company pension scheme

Family-friendly policies

Occupational health support

Discounts on cinema and shopping

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar Environmental & Sustainability role.
• Proven track record of reducing environmental impacts.

Responsibilities

• Provide guidance on environment and sustainability standards.
• Support risk management through environmental assurance programs.
• Develop sustainability and carbon reduction plans.

Skills

Environmental Advice

Sustainability

Education

PIEMA qualification

ISO14001:2015 Lead Auditor certification

Job description

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Lead Sustainability Specialist (Previous Relevant Experience Required) - Crawley, West Sussex

Client: Telent

Location: Crawley, West Sussex, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Views: 5

Posted: 12.05.2025

Expiry Date: 26.06.2025

Job Description:

Senior Environmental Advisor - Warwickshire, United Kingdom (Hybrid)

At Telent, you will have the opportunity to be part of something bigger—keeping critical networks connected and protected 24/7. We value learning, inspiring colleagues, and improving our organization. Join us to make a difference.

Reporting to the Environmental and Sustainability Manager, the Environmental and Sustainability Specialist (Senior Environmental Advisor) will implement Telent's Sustainability Strategy and support Business Units in meeting waste reduction, carbon reduction, ISO14001, and legal requirements across Rail and Asset Management divisions. This role involves up to 50% UK-wide travel and operates in an agile working environment.

Responsibilities:

• Provide guidance and advice to EHS teams and Project leads on environment and sustainability to meet customer and regulatory standards.
• Support risk management by establishing environmental assurance and audit programs.
• Assist in preparing sustainability and carbon reduction plans for contracts and bids.
• Develop and maintain performance data and generate carbon management reports for clients and internal use.
• Ensure regular reviews of environmental aspects and impacts, including climate change risks.
• Support project teams to embed sustainable and carbon reduction practices throughout project lifecycle.

Candidate Profile:

Ideal candidates will have experience in a similar Environmental & Sustainability role within industries such as Rail, Telecoms, Utilities, or Construction.

Minimum Requirements:

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

What We Offer:

A dynamic career with opportunities across sectors, roles, and technologies. We foster an inclusive culture that values diversity and encourages everyone to thrive.

Additional Benefits:

• Company Car
• 34 days holiday (including public holidays), with options to buy or sell days
• Company pension scheme
• Family-friendly policies
• Occupational health support and wellbeing portal
• Discounts on cinema, restaurants, and shopping through Telent Rewards

About Telent:

Telent is a leading technology company specializing in mission-critical communications and digital infrastructure support. Join us to make a real impact and be part of a team of over 3,000 dedicated professionals.

We are guided by our values: Be Inclusive, Take Responsibility, Collaborate, Be Customer-focused.