Environmental Advisor

At Amentum were not just solving problems; were engineering the future. Our team is driven by an unyielding commitment to innovation integrity and collaboration tackling some of the most significant challenges in science security and sustainability. If youre passionate about making a real impact and want to be part of a community that values ethical excellence this is the place where your ambition can thrive.

Here we believe that success comes from continuously pushing boundaries and working together to deliver on our promises. We embrace challenges with confidence and are dedicated to creating a secure and vibrant future for all. Well inspire and empower you to deliver your best work so you can evolve grow and succeed today and into tomorrow. We offer an exciting range of opportunities to develop your career within a supportive and diverse team who always strive to do the right thing for our people clients and communities. People are our greatest asset and we offer a competitive package to retain and attract the best talent.

In addition to the benefits youd expect UK employees also receive free single medical cover and digital GP service family-friendly benefits such as enhanced parental leave pay and free membership of employee assistance and parental programmes plus reimbursement towards relevant professional development and -life balance and flexibility is a key focus area for us. Were happy to discuss hybrid part-time and flexible working hours patterns and locations to suit you and our business.

About the opportunity:

Are you looking for a career which is rewarding at the cutting edge of project development and where you can really make a difference Come and join our expanding Sizewell C (SZC) team and work on one of the most exciting and largest megaprojects in the UK whilst being at the forefront of the UKs climate change agenda and energy policy. Following on from the success of Hinkley Point C (HPC) the SZC Project is a nuclear new build project in Suffolk which has obtained planning approval and Government financing support. The project has started construction and is now seeking private investment. When completed it will provide dependable electricity to 6 million homes for 60 years which along with renewables will support Britain to achieve Net Zero by 2050.

Job Purpose / Overview

We are looking for a site based Environmental Advisor to join the Sizewell C Delivery Construction Team on one of the most exciting and challenging projects as we continue to lead the rebirth of nuclear in the UK.

As an Environmental Advisor you will be part of a team of environmental professionals supporting the Construction Delivery Team working to ensure that all environmental & sustainability aspects of the project are managed effectively. You will work collaboratively with our Tier 1 Partners across the project to drive environmental performance and ensure compliance with the various Regulatory Consents and Permits in place.

Principal Accountabilities

• Undertaking site inspections of contractors work areas and relaying observations and/or reporting environmental issues where necessary

• Provision of written and verbal advice on environment legislation permits and environmental planning constraints for all activities on site;

• Reviewing of contractors environmental management plans and RAMs to ensure they are compliant with environmental regulations and SZC standards;

• Support for the self-assessment and internal audit of site activities to ensure compliance against applicable legislation SZC processes and procedures and environmental best practice;

• Supporting and leading on investigations of environmental incidents including the provision of reports and recommended actions to prevent re-occurrence of incidents.

• Recognise contractual issues and escalate to the Environmental & Sustainability Manager in a risk proportional manner.

Operating Environment

Working within the constraints of the Development Consent Order and the various environmental frameworks permits and consents the post holder will be part of an effective team that will build collaborative relationships with SZC Client Team representatives and service providers to ensure environmental and sustainability responsibilities and obligations are achieved.

Framework & Boundaries

The SZC projects environmental performance and sustainability achievements are paramount to realising zero harm. The performance of the Project will be under intense scrutiny from both internal and external stakeholders.

Knowledge Skills Qualifications Experience:

• Experience in an Environmental Management role on a dynamic construction or industrial project (site based).

• Detailed knowledge of environmental legislation in the UK relevant to construction or industrial installations plus knowledge of the supporting guidance reference notes industry best practice

• Awareness of the client/contractor relationship and legal responsibilities under the Construction (Design and Management) Regulations 2015.

• Must be able to work independently and demonstrate excellent communication/interpersonal and influencing skills.

• Degree qualified or equivalent in an environmental or related discipline.

• Experience of operating within an environmental management system (EMS) conforming to recognised standards (BS EN ISO14001:2004).

Our Culture

Our values stand on a foundation of safety integrity inclusion and diversity. We put people at the heart of our business and we genuinely believe that we all succeed by supporting one another through our culture of caring. We value positive mental health and a sense of belonging for all employees.

We aim to embed inclusion in everything we do. We know that if we are inclusive were more connected and were more creative. We accept people for who they are regardless of age disability gender identity gender expression marital status mental health race faith or belief sexual orientation socioeconomic background and whether youre pregnant or on family leave. This is reflected in our wide range of Global Employee Networks.

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