SHE Manager - Environment

SGN; United States; Hybrid; USD 74,024 - 80,754; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Joint-contribution pension

Enhanced maternity & family leave

Life assurance

HolidayPlus

Virtual GP

Employee Assistance Programme

retail and leisure discounts

many more

Job summary

SGN is seeking an SHE Manager – Environment to lead environmental compliance across the SGN patch. The role focuses on maintaining the EMS per ISO 14001, delivering regulatory adherence, audits, and continuous improvement while collaborating with operations and external partners.

You will manage environmental performance, provide expert guidance, and support permits and environmental communications as part of a broader safety, health and environment team.

Qualifications

• A qualification in an environmental discipline and/or relevant professional experience.
• Experience in environmental, compliance, governance, auditing, or management systems.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain relationships with internal and external stakeholders to support regulatory compliance and company standards.
• Provide environmental advice and support legal compliance within the EMS programme.
• Manage the Environmental Management System (EMS) per ISO 14001 and support external audits.
• Monitor environmental performance against targets and conduct site inspections and audits.
• Develop environmental procedures, guidance and EMS documentation.
• Lead waste management activities and duty of care audits within the region.
• Support permit applications including discharge consents and PPC permits.
• Investigate incidents and drive corrective actions.
• Develop environmental communications and guidance across the business.
• Support delivery of the Environmental Action Plan (EAP).

Skills

Environmental compliance

EMS ISO 14001

Stakeholder engagement

Environmental reporting

Analytical thinking

Education

Environmental degree

Job description

SHE Manager – Environment

Across the SGN Patch | £55k - £60k per annum (dependent on skills and qualifications)

Full-time | Hybrid

Joint-contribution pension from 6% (12% total) – Enhanced maternity & family leave – Life assurance – HolidayPlus – Virtual GP & Employee Assistance Programme plus retail and leisure discounts & many more.

SHE Manager – Environment

Across the SGN Patch | £55k - £60k per annum (dependent on skills and qualifications)

Full-time | Hybrid

Joint-contribution pension from 6% (12% total) – Enhanced maternity & family leave – Life assurance – HolidayPlus – Virtual GP & Employee Assistance Programme plus retail and leisure discounts & many more.

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We deliver safety, warmth, and comfort to homes and businesses. Every role, whether in the office or on the front line, plays a key part in this mission. Here’s how you will contribute…

• Build and maintain effective working relationships with internal and external stakeholders to support compliance with environmental legislation and company standards
• Provide environmental advice and guidance, supporting legal compliance and contributing to the Compliance & Assurance programme
• Manage the Environmental Management System (EMS) in line with ISO 14001 requirements, including supporting external audits and driving continuous improvement through internal audits and reviews
• Monitor environmental performance against agreed targets and undertake site inspections and audits as required
• Support the review and development of environmental procedures, guidance documents, and other EMS-related documentation
• Lead waste management activities within your region, identifying opportunities for improvement and carrying out duty of care audits where required
• Provide environmental support for permit applications, including discharge consents, trade effluent notices, and PPC permits
• Investigate environmental incidents, identifying root causes and supporting improvement actions
• Develop and share environmental communications and guidance across the business
• Support the delivery of the Environmental Action Plan (EAP)

What You Will Need

• A qualification in an environmental discipline (e.g. diploma or degree) and/or relevant professional experience
• Experience working in an environmental, compliance, governance, auditing, or management systems role
• Knowledge of environmental management systems and ISO 14001 requirements
• Understanding of environmental legislation and regulatory compliance principles
• Knowledge of safety management systems, safety cases, investigations, auditing processes, and document control practices would be beneficial
• Ability to analyse information, prepare reports, and work collaboratively with operational teams and stakeholders
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills, with the ability to engage effectively with people at all levels
• Ability to manage priorities, organise your workload, and work independently where appropriate
• Professional memberships and certifications such as IEMA/ISEP membership, NEBOSH General Certificate, or equivalent experience are desirable but not essential

Not sure you meet every requirement?

Research shows some people – particularly women and those from underrepresented backgrounds – may hesitate to apply unless they meet every criteria. At SGN, we value diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives. If this role interests you but you’re not sure you tick every box, we’d still love to hear from you. You might be just who we’re looking for – now or in the future.

Why SGN?

SGN leads pioneering research and development for a net-zero energy system. Our innovative technologies are transforming the gas industry while keeping people safe and warm. We are an award-winning employer, including CCA Gold Awards for Great Places to Work and Inclusivity and Accessibility, and a proud Gold member of the Armed Forces Covenant.

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