Sustainability & Environment Advisor (1 Year)

UK Atomic Energy Authority; Abingdon; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent pension

Up to 7% bonus

Final salary defined benefits pension

25 days annual leave + 2.5 privilege 2

8 Bank Holidays

Job summary

UK Atomic Energy Authority is seeking an Environment and Sustainability Advisor on a 1 year fixed-term basis. The role focuses on strengthening environmental performance, maintaining ISO 14001 alignment, and supporting the delivery of sustainability objectives within a leading research and technology environment.

You will provide specialist environmental guidance, drive reporting to regulators, and training across the organisation while liaising with multiple teams on environmental controls and

Qualifications

• Degree in environmental discipline or equivalent.
• ISEP Certificate in Environmental Management or equivalent.
• ISEP Affiliate membership with progression towards full membership.
• Experience in environmental roles within technical or manufacturing contexts.
• Strong knowledge of ISO 14001 and related compliance activities.
• Experience preparing environmental compliance reports and regulatory submissions.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert environmental advice and practical guidance to colleagues across UKAEA.
• Support the management and continual improvement of the environmental management system in line with ISO 14001 requirements.
• Advise operational teams on activities with significant environmental impacts and ensure appropriate controls are implemented.
• Monitor environmental legislation and support compliance with new and changing regulatory requirements.
• Prepare and submit environmental and sustainability reports to regulators and external stakeholders.
• Deliver environmental awareness initiatives and provide environmental training across the organisation.
• Contribute to the delivery of sustainability objectives and deputise for the Environment & Sustainability Manager when required.

Skills

ISO 14001 knowledge

Environmental reporting experience

Regulatory compliance experience

Stakeholder guidance

Education

Degree in environmental discipline

ISEP Certificate in Environmental Management

ISEP Affiliate membership

Job description

UK Atomic Energy Authority is seeking an Environment and Sustainability Advisor on a 1 year fixed-term basis. The role focuses on strengthening environmental performance, maintaining ISO 14001 alignment, and supporting the delivery of sustainability objectives within a leading research and technology environment.

You will provide specialist environmental guidance, drive reporting to regulators, and training across the organisation while liaising with multiple teams on environmental controls and