Head of Environment and Sustainability

Job Description

Our Utilities Infrastructure Business are looking to recruit a Head of Environment and Sustainability that will help to develop, implement, and manage the organisation's sustainability strategy and initiatives, including environmental policies, resource management, and compliance with regulations.

Key responsibilities involve conducting a gap analysis, managing sustainability metrics and reporting, creating sustainability culture, and collaborating with stakeholders to minimise environmental impact and achieve water business and Group goals.

Key Responsibilities

• Strategic Development:
  
  

Develop and execute a comprehensive sustainability strategy aligned with the organisation's values and strategic objectives.

• Policy Implementation:
  
  

Create and implement environmental policies and practices to embed sustainable and environmental friendly working practices .

• Compliance & Reporting:
  
  

Ensure compliance with environmental regulations, conduct audits, and prepare detailed reports on sustainability performance for internal and external stakeholders.

• Stakeholder Engagement:
  
  

Collaborate with internal teams, external partners, and regulatory bodies to promote sustainability initiatives and build strong relationships.

• Data & Metrics:
  
  

Monitor, analyse, carbon data and report on key sustainability metrics, such as energy consumption, waste generation, and carbon footprints.

• Carbon reporting
  
  

Lead the implementation of the carbon accounting system to allow scope 1,2 and 3 data to be provided to the business to allow data driven decisions to be made in particular science based targets

• Risk Management:
  
  

Identify and mitigate environmental risks and assess the impact of business activities on the environment.

• Awareness & Training:
  
  

Lead environmental awareness programs for employees to foster a culture of sustainability.

• Innovation:
  
  

Research and implement new technologies, practices, and strategies to enhance the organization's sustainability performance.

Qualifications

• Chartered or working towards membership of IEMA, CIWEM or equivalent
• 10+ years’ experience in environment / sustainability roles within infrastructure or construction

Strong expertise in EIA, carbon reduction, climate resilience, biodiversity net gain

Proven leadership experience managing teams and influencing senior stakeholders

In-depth knowledge of UK environmental legislation and standards

Experience implementing and managing ISO 14001

Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills

Commercial awareness and ability to embed sustainability into project delivery

Desirable

• Postgraduate qualification (MSc or equivalent)
• Experience working on major infrastructure programmes or frameworks
• ESG reporting and sustainability strategy development experience
  
  

Additional Information

If you are an experienced Environment and Sustainability manager seeking a dynamic and diverse work environment, we're offering:

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Opportunities for career progression aligned with the company’s growth
• Immediate interview for qualified candidates
  
  

How To Apply

If you are ready to be part of our expanding team and contribute to our success, apply today for immediate consideration. Join us on this exciting journey of growth and innovation!

As a business United Living prefer to hire directly and we will be in touch with our PSL Agencies if we require support. We do not accept speculative CVs from agencies. If speculative CVs are sent, no fee will be applicable.