Sustainability Manager

Sustainability Manager

Environmental Manager

Wiltshire

We are looking to recruit a Sustainability Manager for a defence contractor, working within facilities management and delivering maintenance projects to the defence sector. This is a new opportunity to join an Energy and Sustainability team, based in an operational military establishment in Wiltshire.

Reporting to the Director of Energy and Sustainability, an exciting opportunity for a confident, experienced, and ambitious leader to ensure that the business operations, employees and subcontractors comply with environmental regulations and procedures. The role also entails the development and maintenance of ISO 14001 Environmental management system, sustainability opportunities and environmental considerations.

The role will also require regular client liaison, reporting on sustainability-related performance data, delivering training and visiting sites to communicate to stakeholders of all levels, ensuring conservation objectives are met.

What you need:

• Previous experience in a Sustainability or Environmental role within a construction sector, including delivering sustainable solutions and managing energy data
• Demonstrable understanding of current Environmental legislation and Environmental Management Systems. Technical expertise in at least three areas: Sustainable construction, Energy management, Ecology and Conservation, Waste Management, Contaminated Land, and Sustainable Procurement
• Excellent client-facing communication skills and the ability to build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Proficiency in delivering effective presentations.
• Hold a degree or equivalent qualification in Environmental Management, Sustainability, or a related discipline.
• Membership in the Institute of Environmental Management (IEMA) and Environmental Auditor certification are essential.

This role will involve security vetting, and you must be a UK National to be considered for this role. It will be based on an active military base, agile working is not offered for this role.

What you’ll get in return:

• 25 days annual leave
• 6% employer-matched pension contribution
• Company car or car allowance
• 1 professional subscription per year
• Single private medical cover
• Life assurance at 2 x base salary

For an informal discussion please call Jo on 01752 421888 or click the inviting red button in the upper right-hand corner to apply and embark on this journey with us!

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