Sustainability and Energy Optimisation Specialist

ZipRecruiter; Leeds; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the FMCG sector is seeking a Sustainability and Energy Optimisation Specialist Lead in Leeds. This role involves developing a comprehensive roadmap for sustainability initiatives while partnering with various teams to promote energy efficiency. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in achieving the organization's carbon reduction goals and will benefit from a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Generous holiday allowance

Opportunity to impact sustainability

Qualifications

• Proven experience in leading sustainability initiatives in manufacturing.
• Strong knowledge of environmental regulations and sustainability standards.
• Demonstrable experience in reducing energy consumption.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a 5-year Sustainability and Energy Consumption Roadmap.
• Collaborate with Engineering and Operations teams on site targets.
• Own reviews on waste, energy, and project updates.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Stakeholder Management

Analytical Thinking

Strategic Thinking

Job description

Job Description

We are currently seeking a Sustainability and Energy Optimisation Specialist Lead to develop and deploy the S&EO roadmap across a complex manufacturing facility in Leeds. You will challenge, influence, and change behaviors to ensure all staff members are aligned with SE&O targets. Your role will involve collating and analyzing data to challenge current processes and deliver measurable, viable business cases for future improvement projects.

Client Details

Michael Page has been engaged to source a Sustainability and Energy Optimisation Specialist for a global FMCG manufacturing business. This client operates multiple sites across the UK and Europe and supplies products globally.

Description

The Sustainability & Energy Optimisation Lead will play a pivotal role in driving energy efficiency and sustainability initiatives. Based in Leeds, this position requires a forward-thinking individual to develop and implement strategies for energy optimization while contributing to a sustainable future. This is a key role with the opportunity to make a significant impact on site operations.

Responsibilities include:

1. Development and implementation of a 5-year Sustainability and Energy Consumption Roadmap
2. Collaborating cross-functionally with Engineering and Operations teams to align on site targets and vision
3. Collecting data, building reports, and delivering business cases aligned with the Roadmap and site targets
4. Challenging and influencing behaviors
5. Staying updated on legislation and government-led initiatives
6. Sharing best practices with other SE&O specialists across the business and engaging with industry leaders, community, and other sites to introduce new knowledge, innovations, technologies, renewable sources, and promote the brand
7. Owning weekly and monthly reviews with internal and external stakeholders on waste, energy, site consumption, and project updates
8. Championing the site's 2030 and 2050 carbon reduction and net-zero targets

Profile

The successful candidate will possess:

• Proven experience leading and implementing sustainability and energy initiatives in manufacturing or industrial settings
• Strong knowledge of environmental regulations, sustainability standards, and best practices
• Ability to work autonomously and prioritize effectively
• Clear vision-setting and strategic thinking skills
• Self-motivated with initiative-taking capabilities
• Demonstrable experience reducing energy consumption in manufacturing environments
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills to inspire sustainable practices
• Strategic and analytical thinking abilities

Job Offer

• Salary circa £50,000
• Comprehensive benefits package, including tailored career benefits
• Generous holiday allowance to support work-life balance
• Opportunity to make a tangible impact in the sustainability space
• Permanent role within a forward-thinking organization in Leeds

If you are passionate about sustainability in the FMCG industry and ready to advance your career, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.