Environmental Advisor in Leiston, Suffolk
Posted by PWE Recruitment Group
Pay not stated
Leiston · Permanent
This is an exciting opportunity for an Environmental Advisor to join a major infrastructure programme at the forefront of the UK's energy future. Working within a highly regulated construction environment, you'll help drive environmental compliance, sustainability performance and continuous improvement across site operations while collaborating with leading industry professionals.
This role offers excellent career development, meaningful project impact and the chance to contribute to a project of national importance. Key Responsibilities
- Conduct site inspections to monitor environmental compliance and performance.
- Provide environmental guidance on legislation, permits and consent requirements.
- Review Environmental Management Plans, RAMS and contractor documentation.
- Support environmental audits, assessments and assurance activities.
- Investigate environmental incidents and recommend corrective actions.
- Identify and escalate environmental and contractual risks.
- Monitor compliance with DCO requirements and environmental standards.
- Promote positive environmental behaviours across construction teams.
- Support continuous improvement initiatives and sustainability objectives.
- Collaborate with contractors, stakeholders and project teams.
- Degree in Environmental Management, Environmental Science or a related discipline.
- Experience in an environmental role within construction, infrastructure or industrial projects.
- Strong knowledge of UK environmental legislation and best practice.
- Experience working within an ISO 14001-aligned Environmental Management System.
- Understanding of CDM Regulations 2015 and client-contractor responsibilities.
- Experience reviewing environmental documentation and risk assessments.
- Strong communication, influencing and stakeholder engagement skills.
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.
- High attention to detail and problem-solving capability.
- Passion for environmental performance and sustainable development.
- Competitive salary and benefits package.
- Excellent career progression opportunities.
- Exposure to a nationally significant infrastructure project.
- Long-term job security in a growing sector.
- Ongoing professional development and training.
- Collaborative and supportive team environment.
- Opportunity to influence sustainability outcomes.
- Experience within a highly regulated project environment.
- Work alongside industry-leading specialists.
- Contribute to the UK's clean energy future.
Our Client provides a collaborative and professional environment where employees can develop their expertise, contribute to high-profile projects and build rewarding long-term careers within a forward-thinking organisation.
If you're ready to make a real environmental impact on a landmark energy project, apply today.
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