Sustainability Manager

Big Science Sweden; England; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Big Science Sweden is seeking an individual for a pivotal role to champion the SKAO's sustainability agenda at the Global Headquarters located at the Jodrell Bank Observatory in Cheshire, UK. This role involves ensuring measurable progress in environmental stewardship and responsible governance while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams.

You will represent SKAO at international forums and work closely with experts to position the SKAO as a model of sustainability within large-scale scientific collaboration. This is an unparalleled opportunity to influence the sustainability outcomes of a globally significant scientific project.

Responsibilities

• Champion the sustainability agenda at SKAO and ensure measurable progress.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to embed sustainability principles.
• Represent SKAO at international fora and engage with various stakeholders.

Job description

In this pivotal role, you will champion the SKAO’s sustainability agenda internally and externally, ensuring measurable progress in environmental stewardship, social value, and responsible governance. You will represent the SKAO at international fora, engage with governments, industry, research partners, and communities, positioning the SKAO as a model of sustainability in large‑scale scientific collaboration.

You will work closely with experts across all directorates and sites of the SKAO, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to embed sustainability principles into every aspect of the organisation’s work.

This is an unparalleled opportunity to influence the sustainability direction and outcomes of a globally significant scientific project and ensure long‑term societal and environmental impact.

This role will be based at the SKAO Global Headquarters at the iconic Jodrell Bank Observatory, Cheshire, UK.