Environment & Sustainability Officer

🔒 Confidential Employer
Posted 8 May 2026
LOCATION
Chelmsford
TYPE
Contract
LEVEL
Mid-Senior level
CATEGORY
Science & Research
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SKILLS

Carbon reduction Data analysis Microsoft Excel Environmental compliance ISO 14001 Auditing Waste management Stakeholder engagement

FULL DESCRIPTION

Environment & Sustainability Officer

[Employer hidden — view at passion-project.co.uk] is hiring an [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] for a 5-month fixed-term contract based in Chelmsford. Hybrid work. Join a dynamic civil engineering company with 30 years of experience.

Key Responsibilities

  • Implement carbon reduction plan and promote activities across all [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] contracts.
  • Collate and analyse environmental data using in-house carbon calculator.
  • Attend client meetings to report on KPIs including carbon footprint, waste, and material use.
  • Keep environmental legal register updated and prepare for legislation changes.
  • Assist in design and delivery of Environment & Sustainability training and policies.
  • Support external audits including CCS, ISO 14001, PAS 2080; conduct site inspections and internal audits.
  • Work with site teams to manage hazardous/non-hazardous waste and COSHH compliance.
  • Assist with bid submissions, tendering, and supplier evaluations.

What We're Looking For

  • Mandatory: Degree in relevant field or industry experience; environmental/sustainability role experience; strong Excel and data analysis skills.
  • Desirable: Knowledge of construction legislation; waste management certification; strong communication; passion for sustainability; willingness to travel.

Benefits

  • 24/7 GP Helpline, Accident & Life Cover, Awards, Training & Development
  • Death in service cover, Employee Assistance Programme, Referral Scheme
  • Excellent office facilities, Family Friendly Policies, Free parking, Private Pension
  • Retail Discounts, Social Events, Two paid volunteer days per year

About [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal]

[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] is a dynamic, independent civil engineering company with 30 years' experience. We have over 480 multi-skilled staff and dedicated in-house Project Managers. We specialise in highway and public space maintenance, improvement and construction for London Boroughs, Local Authorities and the supply chain. Watch our video here to gain insight into working at [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal].

Hiring Process

  • Stage 1: Applied
  • Stage 2: Review
  • Stage 3: Interview
  • Stage 4: Hired
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