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Environmental & Sustainability Specialist
Job summary
A leading publishing company is seeking an Environmental & Sustainability Specialist based in Milton Keynes. This 12-month maternity cover contract involves leading site audits, ensuring compliance with ISO standards, and driving sustainability initiatives. The ideal candidate will have proven experience in an environmental role and strong data analysis skills, along with a full UK driving license. This role offers a salary between £40,000 and £45,000 per annum and hybrid working options after probation.
Benefits
Qualifications
- Proven experience in an environmental or sustainability role.
- Knowledge of ISO standards and maintaining ISO 14001 certification.
- Strong planning and organization skills.
Responsibilities
- Lead site audits and maintain ISO 14001 certification.
- Drive sustainability initiatives and monitor the Sustainable Development Strategy.
- Collect and report on environmental data.
Skills
Education
Our client is a well-established and professional publisher seeking an Environmental & Sustainability Specialist based in Milton Keynes on a 12 month maternity cover contract basis.
Summary of the Environmental & Sustainability Specialist role
Salary: £40,000 - £45,000 per annum
Location: Milton Keynes, Hybrid after probation, 1 day from home
Type of Contract: 12 Month Maternity Cover contract
Hours: 37.5 hours, Monday - Friday: 8:30 am – 5:00 pm
Benefits: Life assurance, company pension scheme, PPE uniform provided, free onsite parking.
- Lead site audits, maintain ISO 14001 certification, and ensure compliance with UK legislation, FSC standards, and Net Zero targets.
- Drive sustainability initiatives by reviewing impact assessments, monitoring the Sustainable Development Strategy, and producing the annual report.
- Collect, analyse, and report on environmental and sustainability data to track progress and highlight opportunities for improvement.
- Partner with teams across the business to deliver sustainability training, embed sustainable procurement, and strengthen supplier performance.
- Audit contracts, processes, and non-conformities to ensure continuous improvement and best practice.
- Proven experience in an environmental or sustainability role, with strong knowledge of ISO standards and maintaining ISO 14001 certification.
- Skilled in conducting audits, writing clear reports, and developing policies and procedures.
- Strong IT and data analysis skills, with proficiency in Excel and reporting tools.
- Excellent planning, organisation, and attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
- Full, clean UK driving licence and willingness to travel when required.
- NEBOSH qualification, membership of IEMA, or other relevant professional accreditation would be advantageous.
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