We are currently recruiting for an experienced Environmental Manager to join a well-established and highly respected engineering and construction contractor delivering major energy infrastructure projects across Scotland.
Our client is a leading contractor within the energy sector, specialising in the design, construction and commissioning of large-scale transmission and distribution projects.
This is an excellent opportunity for an Environmental Manager to play a key role in ensuring environmental compliance, promoting sustainability and supporting the successful delivery of significant infrastructure projects.
Working closely with project teams, senior management and the wider Health, Safety, Environment and Quality function, you will provide environmental leadership and guidance across all stages of project delivery.
Key Responsibilities
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Lead and promote best practice in environmental management and sustainability across projects.
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Ensure compliance with environmental legislation, regulations and company procedures.
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Work closely with site management teams to implement environmental and sustainability plans.
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Identify environmental risks and develop appropriate mitigation measures.
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Manage environmental permits, licences, consents and exemptions.
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Lead environmental incident investigations and recommend corrective actions.
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Monitor environmental performance, analyse trends and identify opportunities for improvement.
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Develop and implement environmental improvement initiatives and sustainability campaigns.
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Prepare and review environmental management plans, procedures and supporting documentation.
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Provide environmental advice and guidance to project teams, contractors and stakeholders.
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Support carbon reduction initiatives and Net Zero objectives.
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Assist with environmental input into tenders, project submissions and reporting.
About You
We are looking for an experienced Environmental Manager with a strong understanding of environmental compliance and sustainability within the construction, civil engineering or energy sectors.
The ideal candidate will have:
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Chartered IEMA status.
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Previous environmental management experience on major construction or infrastructure projects.
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Strong knowledge of environmental legislation and regulatory requirements.
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Experience in waste management, water management and pollution prevention.
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Understanding of contaminated land, ecological mitigation and statutory nuisance.
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Experience managing environmental permits, consents and licences.
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Knowledge of Biodiversity Net Gain and environmental planning requirements.
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Strong understanding of Net Zero principles and carbon reduction strategies.
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Experience in environmental incident management and investigations.
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Excellent communication, organisational and stakeholder management skills.
Experience within energy transmission and distribution projects would be particularly advantageous.
What's on Offer?
Our client offers an excellent benefits package, including:
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27 days' annual leave plus bank holidays, with the option to purchase an additional 2 days.
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Additional annual leave based on length of service.
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Discretionary annual bonus and annual salary review.
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Competitive contributory pension scheme.
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Life assurance, health screening and enhanced sick pay.
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Enhanced maternity and paternity benefits.
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Ongoing professional development and career progression opportunities.
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Retail discounts, cashback offers, discounted gym memberships and cycle-to-work scheme.