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Location: IWM Duxford, IWM London, IWM North - Manchester
Career Level: F
Salary: £65,000 per annum
Hours: 36 hours net per week
Department: Commercial & Operations
Position type: Permanent
Job Summary
We are seeking a dynamic, experienced Head of Sustainability & Environment to lead our company’s sustainability initiatives and environmental strategies. The successful candidate will be responsible for developing and implementing policies, programs, and practices that promote sustainable development and environmental stewardship across the organisation.
This is a new appointment to IWM and the post holder will have the opportunity to work with our Director, Estates to shape and implement IWM’s sustainability strategy and practices. Initially a standalone role, there may be future opportunities to grow a team.
In addition, your duties will include:
1. Develop and execute the company’s environmental & sustainability strategy in alignment with corporate goals.
2. Lead initiatives to reduce the environmental impact of company operations, including energy use, waste management, and resource conservation.
3. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate sustainability into business processes and decision-making.
4. Monitor and report on sustainability performance metrics, ensuring compliance with relevant regulations and standards.
5. Engage with stakeholders, including employees, volunteers, customers, suppliers, and the community, to promote sustainability awareness and practices.
6. Identify and pursue opportunities for sustainability innovation and improvement.
7. Lead on the development and maintenance of sustainability policies and plans for specifying reductions in carbon and reliance on vital resources including energy, water, and oil.
8. Ensure compliance with local and national environmental regulations.
9. Oversee environmental impact assessments and audits.
10. Collaborate with other departments to integrate environmental considerations into business operations.
11. Manage environmental reporting and communication with stakeholders.
12. Stay updated on environmental trends and best practices.
13. Represent the company in environmental forums and with regulatory bodies.
This is a new role to IWM and we anticipate there will be additional duties as the role evolves.
Closing date for applications: February 25th 2025, 9:00 AM
Interview Details: Interviews for this post are planned for the week commencing 10th March 2025.
Benefits
* Annual Leave: You'll have 25 days of annual leave, with public holidays on top. After 3 years, this increases to 27 days and after 5 years, you’ll get 30 days.
* Company Group Pension Plan: Our commitment to your financial well-being includes competitive employer contributions to your pension starting at 7% to a maximum of 12%.
* Enhanced Maternity and Paternity Benefits: Celebrate life’s milestones with confidence, knowing that our policies support growing families.
* IWM4me: Tailor your benefits to your unique needs through IWM4me. Access health, protection, and lifestyle benefits at corporate rates, ensuring your holistic well-being.
* Free Sanitary Products: We prioritise your comfort by providing free sanitary products across all our sites.
* Retail Discounts: 25% off IWM Cafes, 20% discount in on-site shops, Benefits hub offering retail discounts to several high street shops (via our EAP provider) and MyActive discounts for health and wellbeing based retail discounts (via IWM4me).
* Free Entry to IWM Air Shows: Witness the thrill of vintage aircraft at our air shows.
* Free Entry to Partner Museums & Galleries: Immerse yourself in art, history, and culture through our reciprocal arrangements with other institutions.
* In-House Training Programmes: Fuel your intellectual curiosity and professional growth through our comprehensive training initiatives.
* Season Ticket Loan Scheme: Simplify your daily commute with our interest-free loan program.
* Cycle 2 Work & Cycle Hire: Promote well-being and environmental consciousness by cycling to work.
* Eye Tests: Money back up to £80 for an eye test and a new pair of glasses.
* Employee Assistance Programme: Access confidential support for personal or work-related challenges.
* Benenden Healthcare & Dental Insurance: Prioritise your health with access to quality healthcare services (subject to terms and conditions).
* Civil Service Sports Club Membership: Opportunity to join and enjoy additional discounts and perks as part of a vibrant community.
* Staff Events and Networks: Join fellow colleagues in social gatherings and events, fostering camaraderie and shared experiences.
…and more!
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. This role is subject to:
A basic check, which shows unspent convictions and conditional cautions.
Equal Opportunities and Flexible Working
IWM is committed to a policy of Equal Opportunities. We miss out when people feel IWM isn't for them, and are committed to removing and reducing barriers to make IWM open to everyone. Our Access and Inclusion strategy has been developed to promote openness, equal opportunities to access, inclusivity and encourage diversity in everything that we do, from employment practices, the services we provide to our visitors to the facilities we make available to public. At IWM we seek to address the need for greater diversity within our workforce as well as the wider museum and heritage sector. In all our practices we embrace diversity and promote equality of opportunity and we welcome applications from suitable candidates of all backgrounds. We value and respect difference and are committed to building an inclusive culture by creating an environment where you can balance a successful career with your commitments and interests outside of work. We believe that you will do your best at work if you have a work/life balance. Some roles lend themselves to flexible options more than others, so if this is important to you please raise this with your recruitment contact, as we are open to discussing agile working opportunities during the hiring process.
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