Net Zero Environmental Compliance Advisor

UK Atomic Energy Authority; Retford; On-site; GBP 46,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Defined benefit pension

Bonus scheme up to 7%

Relocation allowance

Flexible working

Employee Assistance Programme

Generous annual leave

Job summary

UK Fusion Energy (UKFE) Ltd, a subsidiary of UK Atomic Energy Authority, seeks an Environment & Sustainability Advisor to drive environmental excellence across the STEP programme. You will collaborate with engineering, construction and procurement teams to advance ISO 14001 compliance and sustainability goals.

You will lead audits, monitor performance and provide specialist guidance on biodiversity, carbon management and Net Zero initiatives while engaging stakeholders across multidisciplinary

Qualifications

• Degree (or equivalent) qualification in Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, Sustainability or a related discipline.
• Significant experience delivering environmental and/or sustainability activities within infrastructure, energy, utilities, construction, nuclear or major capital projects.
• Good understanding of UK environmental legislation, policy and regulatory requirements.
• Experience implementing and maintaining environmental management systems (ISO 14001).
• Experience undertaking environmental audits or compliance inspections.
• Practical knowledge of carbon management, greenhouse gas reporting or PAS 2080.
• Experience contributing to and overseeing environmental assessments, environmental management plans and sustainability initiatives.
• Experience applying sustainability frameworks and reporting standards.
• Practitioner Membership of ISEP (or equivalent), or working towards professional membership.

Responsibilities

• Supporting the continual improvement and implementation of our ISO 14001 Environmental Management System.
• Providing environmental and sustainability advice across project delivery activities.
• Supporting delivery of the programme's Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG) strategy and wider environmental commitments.
• Undertaking environmental audits, inspections and assurance activities.
• Monitoring environmental performance and sustainability metrics, including carbon and greenhouse gas reporting.
• Contributing to Net Zero initiatives, sustainable procurement, resource efficiency and circular economy programmes.
• Supporting environmental compliance across contractors, suppliers and delivery partners.
• Preparing environmental reports for programme governance, regulatory bodies and corporate sustainability reporting requirements.
• Promoting environmental awareness, best practice and continuous improvement across the organisation.

Skills

Environmental management

ISO 14001

Auditing & assurance

Biodiversity & carbon

Data analysis

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Environmental Science degree

Environmental Engineering or Sustainability degree

Job description

UK Fusion Energy (UKFE) Ltd, a subsidiary of UK Atomic Energy Authority, seeks an Environment & Sustainability Advisor to drive environmental excellence across the STEP programme. You will collaborate with engineering, construction and procurement teams to advance ISO 14001 compliance and sustainability goals.

You will lead audits, monitor performance and provide specialist guidance on biodiversity, carbon management and Net Zero initiatives while engaging stakeholders across multidisciplinary