Environmental Advisor

Vacancy Overview

Are you looking for a career which is rewarding, at the cutting edge of project development and where you can really make a difference? Come and join our expanding Sizewell C (SZC) team and work on one of the most exciting and largest megaprojects in the UK, whilst being at the forefront of the UK's climate change agenda and energy policy. Following on from the success of Hinkley Point C (HPC), the SZC Project is a nuclear new build project in Suffolk, which has obtained planning approval and Government financing support. The project has started construction and is now seeking private investment. When completed, it will provide dependable electricity to 6 million homes for 60 years, which along with renewables, will support Britain to achieve Net Zero by 2050.

Job Purpose / Overview

We are looking for a site based Environmental Advisor to join the Sizewell C Delivery Construction Team on one of the most exciting and challenging projects, as we continue to lead the rebirth of nuclear in the UK. As an Environmental Advisor you will be part of a team of environmental professionals supporting the Construction Delivery Team working to ensure that all environmental & sustainability aspects of the project are managed effectively. You will work collaboratively with our Tier 1 Partners across the project to drive environmental performance and ensure compliance with the various Regulatory Consents and Permits in place.

Principal Accountabilities

• Undertaking site inspections of contractors' work areas and relaying observations and/or reporting environmental issues where necessary,
• Provision of written and verbal advice on environment legislation, permits, and environmental planning constraints for all activities on site;
• Reviewing of contractors' environmental management plans and RAMs, to ensure they are compliant with environmental regulations and SZC standards;
• Support for the self-assessment and internal audit of site activities to ensure compliance against applicable legislation, SZC processes and procedures and environmental best practice;
• Supporting and leading on investigations of environmental incidents, including the provision of reports and recommended actions to prevent re-occurrence of incidents and;
• Recognise contractual issues and escalate to the Environmental & Sustainability Manager in a risk proportional manner.

Knowledge, Skills, Qualifications, Experience

• Experience in an Environmental Management role on a dynamic construction or industrial project (site based).
• Detailed knowledge of environmental legislation in the UK relevant to construction or industrial installations, plus knowledge of the supporting guidance, reference notes, industry best practice
• Awareness of the client/contractor relationship and legal responsibilities under the Construction (Design and Management) Regulations 2015.
• Must be able to work independently and demonstrate excellent communication/interpersonal and influencing skills.
• Degree qualified or equivalent in an environmental or related discipline.
• Experience of operating within an environmental management system (EMS) conforming to recognised standards (BS EN ISO14001:2004).

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