Environmental Management Systems Adviser

We are looking for a new Environmental Management Systems Adviser to join our team here at Wessex Water!

This is a hands-on role for someone who enjoys working with people, data and systems to turn environmental policy into practical action that genuinely makes a difference. 

What you'll do 

In this varied role, you will: 

• support the ongoing maintenance and development of the ISO 14001 certified Environmental Management System (EMS) 
• work closely with environmental colleagues to help identify and implement improvements within the EMS 
• work collaboratively with teams across the business to support alignment of different management systems 
• support the coordination of environmental incidents, observations and good practices reported by employees and contractors via the incident/observation management system 
• support the coordination of the environmental audit programme 
• assist with the review and updating of environmental processes, procedures and guidance  
• produce environmental updates and alerts to communicate regulatory changes, procedural updates and key environmental information 
• identify and support environmental and sustainability initiatives, contributing to increased environmental awareness across the business 
• assist with the coordination of the environmental training programme 
• provide support to external accrediting bodies and assist with the coordination of certification audits, including evidence collation and action tracking 
• support writing and collating of performance data and reports communicated across the business  
• undertake occasional site visits to support incident management, audits, supply chain engagement or environmental initiatives.

What you'll need 

In this role, we are looking for: 

• experience working in an environmental management system or environmental advisory role
• a working knowledge of environmental legislation and its practical application
• familiarity with ISO 14001 Environmental Management Systems
• experience of participating in audits, inspections, investigations or compliance activities (desirable) 
• the ability to work collaboratively and build effective working relationships
• a positive, proactive, and professional approach to work 
• strong communication and presentation skills for interacting with colleagues and stakeholders 
• good organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities
• strong written skills, including contributing to procedures, reports, and technical documents 
• good IT skills, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint 
• commitment to a ‘make it right' culture and contributing to continual environmental improvement
•  a full UK driving licence, access to a vehicle, and willingness to occasionally travel to sites within the Wessex Water region.  

You will also have: 

•  comprehension of UK environmental legislation and policy 
• a good understanding of environmental management systems and how they are applied in practice(ISO 14001 desirable) 
• a degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Management or a related subject (e.g. Geography), or equivalent practical experience
• an understanding of environmental good practice across operational or project‑based environments, including pollution prevention and environmental risk control (desirable).

What you'll receive

• A combined pension contribution of up to 20%.
• Career progression and professional development opportunities.
• 25 days' holiday rising to 28 with length of service.
• The opportunity to sell up to five days of holiday every year.
• The opportunity to buy up to ten days of holiday each year (subject to conditions).
• A healthcare package that allows you to claim back healthcare costs.
• Life assurance of up to eight times your salary.
• The opportunity to lease a new electric car through salary sacrifice (subject to conditions).
• Cashback and discounts from more than 3,000 retailers.
• One paid volunteering day each year.
• Enhanced family leave and pay arrangements.
• Access to an interactive health and wellbeing platform.
• Support from trained mental health first aiders.
• A £1,000 referral fee if you recommend someone who is successfully recruited by us. 

Who we are

YTL UK is part of the international YTL Group based in Kuala Lumpur. The UK companies include:

• Wessex Water – one of the top-performing water and sewerage companies in England and Wales, serving 2.9 million people across the South West
• YTL Developments – a major UK developer currently redeveloping a 350-acre former airfield into an award-winning, exciting mix of houses, apartments, schools, commercial space, restaurants and hotels, to make a truly sustainable new community
• YTL Construction UK – a top 20 UK contractor providing fully integrated services to infrastructure, residential, commercial, industry, energy and environmental sectors
• YTL Live – the development and operation of an entertainment complex that includes a 20,000 capacity arena, conferencing and exhibition space
• plus a number of other retail, environmental and specialist businesses.

Our people tell us that YTL UK is a great place to work, which is why so many of them stay with us! You will have a unique opportunity to develop and progress your career within such a diverse group.

We are passionate about diversity and inclusion – with that in mind, all applicants are welcome. We are delighted to have signed the Armed Forces Covenant and are a Disability Confident Employer.

If you require reasonable adjustments to be made during the recruitment process, please inform a member of our Recruitment team.