Environmental & Sustainability Manager
A leading food manufacturer is seeking an experienced Environmental & Sustainability Manager to drive meaningful environmental improvements and lead sustainability initiatives across two key sites. This is an exciting opportunity to be at the forefront of the company’s journey towards Carbon Net Zero by 2040, within a highly adaptable and innovative environment. If you're passionate about environmental performance and sustainability, this is the perfect opportunity to make a real impact in a forward-thinking company.
Why this role?
As an Environmental & Sustainability Manager, you will play a key role in elevating environmental awareness and compliance. This role provides the opportunity to engage directly with both senior leadership and operational teams, ensuring that environmental considerations and sustainability are embedded in all aspects of site operations.
Key Responsibilities:
* Develop and Implement Environmental Systems: Build and maintain ISO 14001-aligned environmental management systems to ensure legal compliance and operational excellence.
* Champion Sustainability Initiatives: Lead carbon footprint tracking (Scope 1, 2, and 3), align site goals with group-level sustainability objectives, and support decarbonisation efforts.
* Drive Energy Efficiency: Develop ISO 50001-aligned energy management systems, analyse energy use, and implement strategies to reduce consumption and emissions.
* Promote Environmental Best Practices: Implement pollution prevention controls, manage trade effluent compliance, and instil a culture of environmental awareness across the site.
* Collaborate and Inspire: Work cross-functionally to develop Environmental and Energy Champions, ensuring a collaborative approach to sustainability.
What We’re Looking For:
* Experience: Previous experience as a Site Environmental Manager or within a sustainability-focused team, with a strong track record of driving environmental initiatives.
* Standards Knowledge: Familiarity with ISO 14001 and ISO 50001 standards, with the ability to apply best practices.
* Problem Solver: A hands-on, solutions-driven professional who is passionate about driving meaningful change in environmental performance.
* Engaging Personality: A personable, collaborative individual who can inspire others and fit within a friendly, high-performing culture.
This role offers the chance to create a lasting impact, shaping sustainability strategies and fostering environmental leadership within the organisation.