Environmental Advisor

Our client Scottish Power are seeking an Environmental Adviser for up to an initial 12 month contract duration based in Glasgow with hybrid working available.

Responsibilities
• Provide support and advice to project team throughout project life cycle to achieve compliance with the statutory environmental requirements.
• Sustain and improve environmental procedures to identify and respond to emerging environmental legislation relevant to construction activities.
• Provide proactive, specialist guidance and advice regarding environmental controls, constraints, and legislation specific to the project.
• Develop and implement new methods, techniques, and practices to improve environmental performance.
• Develop an Environmental Management Plan for the hydrogen business.
• Liaise directly with regulators/ stakeholders (such as, but not limited to: Nature Scot, SEPA, local councils) throughout the project.
• Manage environmental monitoring and inspection programs to effectively document operational performance, compliance and prepare timely reports required for both internal and external distribution.
• Support the investigation and reporting of environmental incidents.
• Develop and deliver environmental training and awareness initiatives.
• Review Contractors’ environmental documentation with particular emphasis on environmental regulations and requirements.
Skills & Requirements
We are looking for individuals who have proven experience of environmental management, including working knowledge of ISO 14001, environmental auditing, and dealing with the environmental regulator, ideally within a commercially focused utility, construction, or industrial process business. You will also have experience, knowledge, and good understanding of ecological and hydrological aspects on construction sites, along with the following:
• Educated to a degree level in a relevant environmental discipline is essential.
• In-depth knowledge of current and developing environmental legislation is essential.
• Strong influencing and consulting/ communication skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and a confident speaker
• Sound planning and analysis skills - anticipate problems and plan solutions.
• Experience of collaboration with contractors.
• Membership of Professional body relevant to this role is desirable.
• Knowledge of environmental permitting process particularly in relation to water discharge and hydrogen usage.
• Environmental Auditing qualification is desirable.

‘To be successful in a role you will need to demonstrate as minimum’:
• 3+ years’ experience in on site Environmental Role within an engineering or construction related environment
• Computer literacy & working knowledge of Microsoft Packages
• Degree in an environmental discipline
• In-depth knowledge of current and developing environmental legislation
• Good understanding of ecological and hydrological aspects on construction sites
• CSCS card or Safety Passport
• Current valid driving licence