Lead Sustainability Specialist (Previous Relevant Experince is Required)

JR United Kingdom; Shrewsbury; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology company in Shrewsbury is seeking a Lead Sustainability Specialist to implement sustainability strategies and support environmental objectives. This agile role involves UK-wide travel and offers significant career development opportunities. Join a dedicated team focused on making a meaningful impact.

Benefits

Company Car

34 Days Holiday

Pension Scheme

Health Support

Discounts

Qualifications

• Relevant experience in environmental & sustainability roles.
• Proven experience advising on sustainability and environmental issues.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert guidance on environmental and sustainability matters.
• Support risk management related to environmental standards.
• Develop and maintain performance data on sustainability metrics.

Skills

Environmental Awareness

Sustainability Knowledge

Risk Management

Education

PIEMA

ISO14001:2015 Lead Auditor

Job description

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Lead Sustainability Specialist (Previous Relevant Experience Required) - Shrewsbury

Client: Telent

Location: Shrewsbury, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Views: 5

Posted: 12.05.2025

Expiry Date: 26.06.2025

Job Description:

The Lead Sustainability Specialist will play a key role in implementing Telent's Sustainability Strategy, supporting business units to meet waste reduction, carbon reduction objectives, and legal requirements across divisions. This is an agile role with up to 50% UK-wide travel.

Responsibilities:

• Provide expert guidance on environmental and sustainability matters to project teams.
• Support risk management and assurance practices related to environmental standards.
• Assist in preparing sustainability and carbon reduction plans.
• Develop and maintain performance data and reports on sustainability metrics.
• Review environmental aspects and impacts of business activities and evaluate climate change risks.
• Embed sustainable practices throughout project life cycles.

Qualifications:

• Relevant experience in environmental & sustainability roles within industries such as Rail, Telecoms, Utilities, or Construction.
• Minimum qualification: PIEMA
• ISO14001:2015 Lead Auditor certification.
• Proven experience advising on sustainability and environmental issues.
• Track record of reducing environmental impact of infrastructure and equipment.
• Experience managing complex projects and change initiatives.
• Full driving license and willingness to travel UK-wide.

What We Offer:

Opportunities for career development across sectors, roles, and technologies, with a focus on inclusivity and diversity. Benefits include company car, 34 days holiday, pension scheme, family policies, health support, and discounts.

About Telent:

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