Senior Sustainability & Assurance Advisor

AmcoGiffen; Cumbernauld; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Environment & Sustainability Advisor to provide expert guidance on sustainability issues across Scotland. In this pivotal role, you will develop and implement sustainability strategies, ensuring compliance with legislation and best practices. You will work closely with project teams, conducting site visits, preparing environmental reports, and facilitating sustainability initiatives. This dynamic opportunity offers a competitive salary and a supportive environment for personal and professional growth. If you are passionate about making a positive impact on the environment, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

Company car or car allowance

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Up to 3 volunteer days

Company contributory pension scheme

Life insurance coverage

Health Cash Plan

Continuous learning opportunities

Safe working environment

Employee forums for feedback

Qualifications

• Experience in Environmental and Sustainability roles, preferably in rail or civil engineering.
• Membership in IEMA or equivalent required.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute sustainability strategies that meet quality and timeline requirements.
• Conduct site visits and produce environmental reports.
• Oversee environmental incident investigations and collaborate with teams.

Skills

Environmental Management

Sustainability Strategy Development

Technical Sustainability Support

Knowledge of Sustainability Legislation

BREEAM Assessments

Ecological Experience

Education

Degree in Environmental Science

Diploma in Sustainability

HNC/HND in relevant field

Job description

Senior Sustainability & Assurance Advisor

The Vacancy

Senior Environment & Sustainability Advisor

Sectors: Rail, Civil Engineering & Power
Location: Cumbernauld, Scotland

About the Opportunity

Join our dynamic and expanding business as a Senior Environment & Sustainability Advisor, where you will play a critical role in providing expert guidance on environmental and sustainability issues to various project and framework teams across Scotland.

Business Unit Overview

You will become part of a skilled team of SHEQ professionals within our dedicated Environment & Sustainability team, supporting business units and projects across the UK. Our specialists are regionally based, allowing for targeted local support to our diverse projects.

Role Responsibilities

As a Senior Environment & Sustainability Advisor, your main duties will include, but are not limited to:

• Developing and executing sustainability and climate resilience strategies that meet quality and timeline requirements.
• Providing technical sustainability support to operational and support staff.
• Preparing and submitting environmental permits as required.
• Maintaining a detailed knowledge of relevant sustainability legislation, standards, and best practices.
• Implementing and monitoring the Project Sustainability Plan and creating a Sustainability Register.
• Identifying and facilitating sustainability initiatives, as well as monitoring sustainability KPIs.
• Supporting BREEAM (or equivalent) assessments in collaboration with BREEAM Assessors.
• Conducting sustainability-related assurance activities and managing sustainability opportunities and risks.
• Ensuring project design and optioneering integrate sustainability requirements.
• Conducting site visits, producing environmental reports, and advising teams on best practices.
• Overseeing environmental incident investigations and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to achieve sustainability outcomes.
• Compiling waste management statistics and recording energy use to monitor carbon emissions.

Requirements

Essential Qualifications:

• Prior experience in Environmental and Sustainability roles, preferably in rail or civil engineering.
• Relevant qualification (degree/diploma/HNC/HND).
• Experience in construction project environments.
• Prior ecological experience.
• Membership in IEMA (Institute of Environmental Management & Assessment) or equivalent.
• Full UK driving license.

Desirable Qualifications:

• Broader sustainability experience (e.g., Carbon Reduction, Circular Economy, Climate Change).
• Experience working within rail settings.

Benefits

In return, we offer an attractive compensation package including:

• Competitive annual salary, negotiable based on experience.
• Company car or car allowance.
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays (increasing with service).
• Up to 3 volunteer days.
• Company contributory pension scheme.
• Life insurance coverage.
• Westfield Health Cash Plan & Westfield Rewards.
• Strong support system for personal and professional development.
• Continuous learning opportunities.
• A safe working environment.
• Employee forums to ensure your voice is heard.

If you are passionate about environmental sustainability and are looking for a pivotal role in an expanding sector, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.