Site Sustainability Transformation Lead

GSK; Barnard Castle; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

GSK Barnard Castle seeks a Site Sustainability Lead to drive cross-functional sustainability activities and deliver site targets. You will coordinate workstreams, coach leads, and ensure accountable governance and timely communications across the site.

You will apply GPS/ADP change practices, manage stakeholder messaging, and partner with Central Teams to align plans and progress. A strong track record in programme management and leadership is essential.

Qualifications

• Passion for sustainability and biodiversity topics and ability to 'infect' others with this passion.
• Matrix leadership skills, balancing delivery of tactical and strategic objectives.
• Strong programme management experience and proven delivery record.
• High levels of personal energy with ability to energise others.
• Operational experience with knowledge of change management methodology and GPS standards.
• Ability to work independently in complex, ambiguous situations.
• Demonstrated analytical and strategic thinking skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to influence with or without authority across all levels.
• Exceptional communications and presentation skills.
• Ability to map out interdependencies and scenario plan across programmes.
• Experience working in large, cross-functional teams.
• Proven track record leading and driving change to deliver improvements.
• Focus on output with clear goals and tracking realisation.

Responsibilities

• Manages the overall Site sustainability plan - coordinating cross-functional workstreams and coaching leads.
• Acts as Site Single Point of Accountability for Sustainability activities, escalating risks through governance forums.
• Manages the Communications and Stakeholder Management Plan to deliver clear, timely messages.
• Programmes manage site activities with delivery plans and execution.
• Regular governance meetings with workstream and PMO leads to ensure milestone visibility.
• Accountable for change readiness assessments and aligning business change plans to site targets.
• Promotes GPS/ADP principles and Business Change Management toolkit across the programme.
• Liaises with Central Teams to understand plans, communicate progress and leverage support.

Skills

Sustainability passion

Matrix leadership

Programme management

Change management

Independent working

Analytical thinking

Interpersonal skills

Communications skills

Scenario planning

Cross-functional teamwork

Leading change

Goal setting

Influence without authority

Education

University Degree

Job description

GSK Barnard Castle seeks a Site Sustainability Lead to drive cross-functional sustainability activities and deliver site targets. You will coordinate workstreams, coach leads, and ensure accountable governance and timely communications across the site.

You will apply GPS/ADP change practices, manage stakeholder messaging, and partner with Central Teams to align plans and progress. A strong track record in programme management and leadership is essential.