Sustainability Consultant

United Kingdom

12/20/2024

At Speedy Hire, we power the construction and industrial world by providing top-quality plant and tool hire solutions. From heavy machinery to precision tools, our equipment keeps projects moving and our customers productive.

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We are seeking a dedicated Sustainability Consultant to join our team, focusing on providing exceptional ESG support to one of our largest customers. This position requires a deep understanding of ESG principles, exceptional customer management skills, and the ability to deliver customised solutions that align with the customer’s goals and regulatory requirements. Delivering purpose-led and measurable outcomes on projects.

Speedy Hire is a recognised leader in delivering sustainable solutions and innovative strategies to our customers. Our commitment to environmental, social, and governance (ESG) excellence sets us apart in the industry.

We are seeking a dedicated Sustainability Consultantto join our team, focusing on providing exceptional ESG support to one of our largest infrastructure customers. This position requires a deep understanding of ESG principles, exceptional customer management skills, and the ability to deliver customised solutions that align with the customer’s goals and regulatory requirements. Delivering purpose-led and measurable outcomes on projects.

Customer Relationship Management

• Serve as the primary ESG liaison for the customer and Speedy operational team, ensuring their needs and expectations are met.
• Build and maintain strong, collaborative relationships with key client stakeholders.
• A technical expert promoting innovation in areas of sustainability, such as energy and carbon, nature, responsible sourcing, modern slavery and human rights and Social Value.
• With the support of the wider ESG Team provide specialist advice and guidance on all aspects of sustainability performance, including but not limited to, Net Zero Carbon, Social Value (community investment and engagement, charitable partnerships, volunteering Programmes, employment, skills and training, apprenticeships, school engagement, community safety and social inclusion), Nature Positive, and facilitate the implementation of strategies.
• Being aware of customer and market needs to evolve and maintain necessary competencies.
  
  

Sustainability Initiatives and Implementation

• Ensure alignment of Sustainability initiatives with the customer’s business objectives and industry standards.
• Prepare, monitor, and deliver sustainability initiatives that have been identified, supporting both Speedy and the customer in achieving. Providing progress reports throughout the year
• Utilise Speedy’s ESG tools & software to report KPI’s to the customer and internally to the wider business on ESG contract performance
• Support and advise the customer on technical subjects such as ISO 14001, PAS 2080 or similar collaborating closely with their internal ESG team.
• Deliver contract PAS2080:2023 conformity aligned to Speedy Hires carbon management system
• Ensure the client’s team is well-equipped to implement and sustain these initiatives
• Facilitate stakeholder engagement sessions and workshops for the client.
  
  

Sustainability Integration

• Advise the customer on integrating sustainability practices into their operations and promoting the use of eco products.
  
  

Performance Monitoring and Reporting

• Track and report on Sustainability performance metrics specific to the customer’s projects and operations.
• Prepare detailed reports and presentations for the customer, highlighting progress and areas for improvement.
  
  

Risk Management

• Identify ESG-related risks and opportunities for the customer.
• Develop and implement risk mitigation strategies.
• Promote the adoption of sustainable materials, technologies, and processes.
  
  

Speedy Hire Is Committed To Treating Rightsholders With Respect And Dignity. This Includes Speedy Colleagues (Colleagues), Workers In The Supply Chain, And Communities Where We Work And Operate. All Colleagues, Business Partners And Suppliers Are Expected To

• Treat each other with dignity and respect.
• Foster free, direct, and open communication among all Colleagues.
• Raise awareness of any behaviours or business situations involving Speedy which may compromise the Company’s values around provision of basic human rights.
• Report potential violations of Human Rights policy directly to the person involved, or if not comfortable, report such concerns to their manager or the People Team, or via Speedy’s Speak Up Process (whistleblowing)
  
  

Ambassador for Speedy

Engage with external stakeholders, industry associations, and regulatory bodies to contribute to industry-wide sustainability initiatives and represent Speedy’s interests.

Knowledge, Skills And Experience Required

• Proficiency in project management and organisational skills with ability to manage own workload to ensure delivery of deliverables on time and to budget, displaying attention to detail and confidence.
• Knowledge of ESG principles, frameworks, standards, regulations, and legislation
• Excellent understanding of the regulatory landscape and ability to navigate complex regulatory frameworks, ensuring compliance and proactive engagement.
• Degree level qualification science-based topic, economics, or sustainability and preferably a member of the Institute of Environmental Management and Assessment (IEMA) or equivalent with a strong technical understanding all ESG matters
  
  

Desirable

• Experience in Sustainability , ideally within the building environment sector.
  
  

What We Offer

• Monthly cash car allowance or company car
• Discretionary bonus scheme
• Health Cover
• Life assurance
• Pension Scheme
• 26 days holiday (plus bank holidays)
• Free onsite parking
• Canteen facilities
• 95% discount across the Speedy brand.
• My Staff Shop: discounts and offers for shopping etc. across many suppliers.
• Green Commute Initiative: Work scheme for cycling
• Vita – Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Offers free andconfidentialsupportand counselling to help you through matters such as wellbeing, divorce, legal, and financial management.
  
  

Speedy offer a Career Line of Sight which enables a detailedunderstandingof the route to progression and growth within the Speedy Group.

Please be aware Speedy reserves the right to close our vacancies earlier than the listed date if we have received a high level of applications. We would recommend that if you wish to be considered that you complete the application as promptly as possible.

Please be aware that some roles within The Speedy Group UK&I may require a DBS, Credit or Security Clearance Check. The Speedy Group is an equal opportunity employer where we embrace diversity in all its forms and fostering an inclusive environment for all people to do the best work of their lives with us.

Link below to our policies in line with our ESG Governance.

https://www.speedyservices.com/esg/governance

All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, family or parental status, national origin, veteran, neurodiversity status or disability status. All roles within The Speedy Group require proof of right to work in the UK by the start of employment.