Environmental Advisor

607574
  • £45000 - £58000 per annum
  • Leiston, England
  • Permanent

About the Role


Are you an experienced Environmental Advisor looking to make your mark on one of the UK's largest and most vital infrastructure projects?
We are seeking a dynamic, site-based Environmental Advisor to join the Sizewell C Construction Delivery Team. In this role, you will play a pivotal part in delivering the next generation of nuclear power and contributing to the UK's low-carbon future. Working alongside our dedicated Environmental & Sustainability team, Tier 1 Contractors, and the wider Construction Delivery Team, you will ensure that environmental compliance, regulatory standards, and sustainability goals are seamlessly integrated into daily site operations.

What You'll Do (Principal Accountabilities)


  • On-Site Oversight: Conduct regular site inspections across contractor work areas to monitor environmental performance, celebrate best practices, and identify areas for correction.

  • Expert Guidance: Provide clear, actionable advice regarding UK environmental legislation, permits, consent conditions, and planning constraints.

  • Document Review: Review and approve contractors' Environmental Management Plans (EMPs), Risk Assessments, and Method Statements (RAMS) to ensure full alignment with Sizewell C standards and legal frameworks.

  • Audits & Self-Assessment: Support internal audits and self-assessments to maintain compliance with legal requirements and ISO 14001 procedures.

  • Incident Management: Support and occasionally lead environmental incident investigations, delivering comprehensive reports and actionable preventative solutions.

  • Risk Escalation: Proactively identify potential environmental or contractual risks, escalating them to the Environmental & Sustainability Manager in a timely, proportionate manner.

  • Culture Champion: Promote positive environmental behaviours and drive continuous improvement across all construction teams.

What We Are Looking For


  • Proven Site Experience: Background in an Environmental Management role on a live, fast-paced construction or heavy industrial project.

  • Regulatory Knowledge: Deep understanding of UK environmental legislation, industry best practices, and reference standards relevant to construction.

  • Industry Frameworks: Familiarity with the client/contractor relationship and legal responsibilities under CDM 2015 Regulations.

  • Systems Familiarity: Practical experience working within an Environmental Management System (EMS) aligned with BS EN ISO 14001.

  • Key Skills: A self-starter with exceptional communication, interpersonal, and influencing skills who can collaborate effectively in a highly regulated environment.

  • Qualifications: A degree (or equivalent qualification) in Environmental Management, Environmental Science, or a related discipline.

Desirable (But Not Essential)


  • Experience working on major infrastructure, mega-projects, or within the nuclear sector.

  • Familiarity with Development Consent Order (DCO) controlled projects or highly scrutinized environments.

  • Experience engaging directly with regulators, external auditors, or client environmental teams.

Why Join Us?


This is a rare opportunity to be part of a high-profile project with a strict "zero harm" ambition. You will operate in a highly professional environment that rewards integrity, offers immense career growth, and places environmental sustainability at the absolute core of its mission.

James Mildon Principal Consultant

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