Environmental Compliance Advisor

At NHS Property Services, we believe our people are our greatest asset. That's why we're committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued, supported, and empowered to thrive. Our People Strategy - Get, Grow, and Keep Great People - underpins the culture we're building: one where colleagues and customers are at the heart of everything we do.

As we continue to strengthen our environmental governance and compliance across the estate, we are looking for a proactive, knowledgeable, and highly motivated Environmental Advisor. In this role, you will help ensure we meet our environmental obligations, minimise environmental impact, and embed best practice across our operations. This is an excellent opportunity for someone passionate about environmental standards, confident conducting audits, and skilled at supporting teams to understand and meet compliance expectations. You will play a key part in shaping how we deliver environmental improvement across the business, ensuring we operate responsibly, sustainably, and in line with all relevant legislation.

About the Role

As an Environmental Advisor, you will support the delivery of environmental compliance across the organisation. You'll help ensure adherence to environmental regulations, conduct audits and assessments, and provide expert guidance to colleagues at all levels. Working as part of the Environment focus area within the wider Energy & Environment team, you will contribute to the development of environmental policies, strategies, and processes that reduce risk and drive continuous improvement. You will collaborate closely with operational teams, regulatory bodies, and external partners to ensure our estate meets required standards. This role requires strong technical understanding, excellent communication skills, and the ability to translate regulatory requirements into practical, actionable solutions.

Who You Are

You are an environmentally focused professional with a solid understanding of environmental legislation, compliance requirements, and best practice. You're confident at communicating environmental agendas, advising colleagues, and supporting the development of environmental compliance strategies. Your detail‑driven, proactive, and passionate about helping organisations reduce their environmental impact. You enjoy working collaboratively, influencing positive change, and supporting others to meet compliance expectations.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure the organisation complies with all relevant environmental legislation, regulations, and standards.
• Develop environmental audit questions, inspections, and assessments to evaluate compliance and identify areas for improvement.
• Monitor and assess the environmental impact of organisational activities, providing recommendations for mitigation and improvement.
• Develop and implement environmental policies, procedures, and guidance documents.
• Support the creation and delivery of strategies to minimise environmental impact, including carbon reduction initiatives.
• Provide training, advice, and guidance to colleagues on environmental compliance and best practice.
• Collaborate with regulatory agencies to secure necessary permits and approvals.
• Support the development and implementation of environmental improvement plans.
• Contribute to environmental reporting requirements and performance monitoring.
• Undertake any additional tasks or projects delegated by the Senior Environmental Compliance Manager. ‑related tasks or projects delegated by the Senior Environmental Compliance Manager.

Where you'll be

This is a hybrid position, based from your local hub, and will be offered as a 24‑month contract.

What we can offer you

We understand how important life is outside of work so, as well as a competitive salary we will also offer:

• 27 days annual leave + 8 days bank holiday with the option of buying additional weeks' leave.

• A Smarter Working Policy, empowering you to choose the location of how and where you work according to your daily activities.

• Training and development opportunities, providing opportunities for our colleagues to develop and progress their careers at all levels through our Professional Excellence Framework.

• SMART Pension contribution to which the company will contribute up to 6%

• A range of flexible benefits, including NHS retail discounts and Cycle to Work Scheme.

• We have a great Colleague Assistance Programme and offer support for all areas of life.

An organisation with a purpose…

We are an organisation with a passion for giving back. Putting money back into the NHS, raising £150,000 over 3 years for our charity partner Young Lives vs Cancer, supporting colleagues to volunteer within their local communities, and being committed to creating a sustainable working environment on our pledge to become net zero carbon by 2050. We understand that it's important to feel like the work you do is having a meaningful impact on society, and through our approach to being responsible for business, we make sure that every colleague is given the opportunity to make a difference.

At NHS Property Services, we're committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive. We welcome applications from disabled people and will make reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process and in the workplace to support your needs. If you require any support or adjustments, please let us know - we're here to help

We celebrate diversity, and we are working hard to create an inclusive environment where people love to work and can fulfil their potential.

We would encourage all applicants to apply as soon as possible as we may close vacancies early should we receive a high number of applications.

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