Lead Sustainability Specialist (Previous Relevant Experince is Required)

JR United Kingdom; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology company is seeking a Lead Sustainability Specialist in Leeds to support its Sustainability Strategy. The role involves providing guidance on compliance, managing projects, and reducing environmental impact across various divisions. Candidates should have relevant experience in Environmental & Sustainability roles, strong project management skills, and a commitment to sustainability.

Benefits

Company Car

34 days holiday

Company pension scheme

Family-friendly policies

Occupational health and wellbeing support

Discounts through Telent Reward scheme

Qualifications

• Experience in Environmental & Sustainability roles in Rail, Telecoms, Utilities, or Construction.
• Proven ability to reduce environmental impact through product lifecycle management.

Responsibilities

• Provide guidance on environment and sustainability compliance.
• Support risk management with environmental assurance and audit programs.
• Develop and maintain performance data and carbon management reports.

Skills

Environmental Compliance

Sustainability Strategy

Risk Management

Project Management

Education

PIEMA

ISO14001:2015 Lead Auditor

Job description

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Lead Sustainability Specialist (Previous Relevant Experience Required) - Leeds, West Yorkshire

Client: Telent

Location: Leeds, West Yorkshire, 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 be part of a team that keeps critical networks connected and protected 24/7. Join us to contribute to meaningful work, learn, inspire colleagues, and improve the organization. This role involves supporting the implementation of Telent's Sustainability Strategy and helping Business Units meet waste reduction, carbon reduction, ISO14001, and legal requirements across Rail and Asset Management divisions. The role requires up to 50% UK-wide travel.

Responsibilities:

• Provide specialist guidance to EHS teams and project leads on environment and sustainability compliance.
• Support risk management with environmental assurance and audit programs.
• Assist in preparing sustainability and carbon reduction plans for contracts and bids.
• Develop and maintain performance data and carbon management reports.
• Review environmental aspects and impacts, including climate change risks.
• Embed sustainable and carbon reduction practices throughout project life cycles.

Candidate Profile:

Experience in a similar Environmental & Sustainability role within industries such as Rail, Telecoms, Utilities, or Construction.

Key Requirements:

• Minimum Qualification: PIEMA
• ISO14001:2015 Lead Auditor
• Technical sustainability and environmental advice experience
• Proven ability to reduce environmental impact through product lifecycle management
• Experience managing complex projects and change initiatives
• Full driving license and willingness to travel UK-wide

What We Offer:

A diverse career with opportunities for growth, learning, and impact. We foster an inclusive culture that values diversity and encourages everyone to thrive.

Additional Benefits:

• Company Car
• 34 days holiday (including public holidays) with buy/sell options
• Company pension scheme
• Family-friendly policies
• Occupational health and wellbeing support
• Discounts through Telent Reward scheme

About Telent:

Telent is a leading technology company specializing in mission-critical communications and digital infrastructure. Join us to make a difference and be part of a dedicated team of over 3,000 professionals. We are guided by our values: Inclusivity, Responsibility, Collaboration, and Customer Focus.