UK Environmental Manager

ISS Facilities Services; Greater London; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading facility management company in Greater London is looking for a UK Environmental Manager. This role focuses on managing environmental and energy initiatives while ensuring compliance with ISO 14001 and 50001 standards. The successful candidate will possess strong knowledge of HVAC and BMS systems, alongside excellent data management abilities. You will oversee the UK's environmental management systems, handle audits, and foster stakeholder relationships to meet sustainability goals. A full UK driving license is required for this site-based position.

Qualifications

• Strong technical awareness and ability to interrogate HVAC and BMS systems.
• Proven experience as an Energy Manager with a solid understanding of environmental management.
• Knowledge of ISO 14001 and ISO 50001 compliance requirements.

Responsibilities

• Act as the UK Environmental Manager, ensuring compliance with ISO 14001 and ISO 50001 standards.
• Collect, consolidate, and accurately report environmental data.
• Oversee risk register management and ensure timely closure of audit findings.

Skills

Technical awareness of HVAC systems

Data management

Stakeholder engagement

Education

IEMA certification preferred

Technical or engineering background

Job description

UK Environmental Manager

Contract: Banking
Location: London, EC2M 2QS
Hours of work: 40
Contract Type: Permanent

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced UK Environmental Manager to lead and manage environmental and energy initiatives across UK operations in compliance with ISO 14001 and ISO 50001 standards.
This role is pivotal in driving sustainability, ensuring legal compliance, and supporting the achievement of environmental and energy targets.
You will act as the primary Energy Manager, working closely with engineering teams and key stakeholders to optimise building systems and reduce environmental impact.
The successful candidate will have strong technical knowledge of HVAC and BMS systems, excellent data management skills, and the ability to engage with internal and external stakeholders.
You will play a critical role in managing UK EMS/EnMS documentation, supporting audits, and implementing initiatives that align with global sustainability goals.
This is a site-based role, Monday to Friday, with occasional travel and opportunities for progression to a global position.

Key Responsibilities

• Act as the UK Environmental Manager, ensuring compliance with ISO 14001 and ISO 50001 standards.
• Manage UK EMS/EnMS systems, supporting operational tasks and assisting the London Energy Manager.
• Collect, consolidate, and accurately report environmental data (energy, waste, water, paper) via Enablon.
• Oversee risk register management and ensure timely closure of audit findings with full evidence.
• Maintain legal compliance by reviewing registers, monitoring waste legislation, and implementing regulatory changes.
• Prepare and support internal and external audits, ensuring documentation accuracy and adherence to UBS protocols.
• Update and manage EMS/EnMS documentation, including manuals, action plans, and training matrices.
• Drive communication and engagement initiatives, proposing energy-saving and environmental impact reduction measures.
• Deliver training and maintain competence across teams, ensuring compliance with standards and legislation.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders to support sustainability objectives.

Professional and Personal Competencies/Qualifications

• Strong technical awareness and ability to interrogate HVAC and BMS systems.
• Proven experience as an Energy Manager with a solid understanding of environmental management.
• Knowledge of ISO 14001 and ISO 50001 compliance requirements.
• Excellent data management and reporting skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with engineering teams and stakeholders.
• IEMA certification and/or technical/engineering background preferred.
• Flexible approach with aspirations for progression to a global role.
• Hold a full UK driving licence.

The Company

ISS is a world-leading workplace and facility management company, connecting people and places to make the world work better. Working with customers day by day, side by side, we understand every aspect of the user experience.
Through a unique combination of intelligent solutions, high standards and people who care, to help our customers achieve their purpose, whether it’s hospitals healing patients, businesses producing the next great innovation, or airports bringing passengers home to their families. ISS is committed to doing business the right way, taking its corporate responsibility very seriously. Our passion is people.
We offer you a challenging and exciting career in an organisation with people at its heart. In ISS, everyone has the opportunity to develop, grow and make a difference. #ISSGreatPeople #ISSTalent #PeopleMakePlace

Inclusivity and Diversity

ISS is proud to be a diverse and inclusive employer.
ISS welcomes all applicants regardless of age, disability, gender identity or gender reassignment, marital or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity, race (which includes race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin and caste), religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation or educational background.
We are a Disability Confident Committed (Level 2) employer, proudly supporting and promoting inclusive hiring practices in line with the UK government’s Disability Confident scheme.
Our passion for inclusivity and diversity makes ISS a more creative, productive and happy place to work.

If you have any further queries regarding this role, please contact the Resourcing Team by emailing [e-mail].