Sustainability Engineer - Power & Net Zero Initiatives

Ernest Gordon Recruitment Limited; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company Benefits

Training

Progression

Private Healthcare

Life Insurance

Job summary

Ernest Gordon Recruitment Limited is seeking an Environmental & Sustainability Engineer for a Manchester-based hybrid role within a leading international energy specialist focused on low-carbon power projects.

You will support environmental management, carbon reduction strategies, and Net Zero commitments across the business, ensuring compliance with ISO standards and emerging sustainability obligations.

The role offers training, progression and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Degree in Environmental Science, Sustainability or similar.
• MIEMA/FIEMA or CIWEM membership preferred.
• Knowledge of ISO 14064, PPN 06/21, ESRS and environmental legislation.
• Experience in environmental, sustainability or compliance-focused roles.
• Willingness to travel to Manchester.

Responsibilities

• Support and coordinate environmental and sustainability programmes.
• Contribute to carbon reduction strategies and Net Zero commitments.
• Maintain ISO 14001 and environmental compliance; assist audits.
• Support carbon accounting, scope 3 emissions, sustainability reporting.
• Assist with tenders and regulatory requirements (e.g., PPN 06/21).

Skills

Environmental knowledge

ISO standards

Carbon accounting

Auditing

Education

Environmental degree

MIEMA/FIEMA or CIWEM

Job description

Ernest Gordon Recruitment Limited is seeking an Environmental & Sustainability Engineer for a Manchester-based hybrid role within a leading international energy specialist focused on low-carbon power projects.

You will support environmental management, carbon reduction strategies, and Net Zero commitments across the business, ensuring compliance with ISO standards and emerging sustainability obligations.

The role offers training, progression and a comprehensive benefits package.