Sustainability & Greenspace Lead – Healthcare (Hybrid)

NHS Scotland; Alberton; Hybrid; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading national health service organization is seeking an experienced Sustainability Manager to drive environmental initiatives and support NHS Scotland Boards in achieving climate sustainability. This role involves providing expert guidance, coordinating sustainability projects, and delivering training sessions. The ideal candidate will hold a Masters degree or equivalent experience, have proven leadership and negotiation skills, and be passionate about enhancing sustainability in healthcare. The position offers hybrid working arrangements and various employee benefits.

Benefits

Pension scheme

Discounted leisure benefits

Learning and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven experience of providing operational guidance on climate change.
• Membership of relevant Professional Institutes like IEMA is desirable.
• Experience in delivering specialist training and managing projects.

Responsibilities

• Support NHS Scotland Boards in achieving climate sustainability targets.
• Establish NHS Scotland Assure as a centre for sustainability advice.
• Coordinate national meetings and produce awareness materials.

Skills

Climate change mitigation and adaptation

Environmental management (ISO14001)

Negotiating skills

Influencing skills

Strategic project delivery

Education

Masters degree or equivalent experience

Job description

A leading national health service organization is seeking an experienced Sustainability Manager to drive environmental initiatives and support NHS Scotland Boards in achieving climate sustainability. This role involves providing expert guidance, coordinating sustainability projects, and delivering training sessions. The ideal candidate will hold a Masters degree or equivalent experience, have proven leadership and negotiation skills, and be passionate about enhancing sustainability in healthcare. The position offers hybrid working arrangements and various employee benefits.