Water and Land Use Advisor

Water & Land Advisor

Competitive Salary | Chipping Sodbury

Shape the future of sustainability in one of the UK's most critical industries. This is a unique opportunity to step into a highly influential role at the forefront of water management, biodiversity and sustainable land use across Heidelberg Materials UK.

As Water & Land Advisor, you'll act as the business's expert voice on environmental compliance and sustainability strategy ensuring we not only meet regulatory expectations, but stay ahead of them. You'll influence decision‑making across multiple business lines, driving real impact on how we manage natural resources, protect ecosystems and deliver against ambitious sustainability targets.

Operating at the centre of sustainability and compliance, you will:

• Lead on water management and regulatory compliance across all UK sites, ensuring full alignment with EA, NRW and legislative requirements
• Provide expert guidance on emerging environmental legislation, translating change into action across the business
• Drive improvements in biodiversity, land use and natural capital, supporting delivery of sustainability commitments
  
  Partner with operational, SHE and LMR teams to ensure consistent, practical compliance across the business
• Represent Heidelberg Materials UK externally, influencing and contributing to key industry groups such as the MPA

• Strong, compliant and future‑ready water management practices
• Measurable progress against sustainability targets across water, land use and biodiversity
• Effective response to evolving areas such as biodiversity net gain, carbon, flood risk and natural capital
• Robust reporting, data management and governance for environmental performance
• A culture where sustainability is embedded in operational decision‑making

• Experience with in the minerals, construction or a similar regulated industry
• Strong knowledge of the UK environmental regulatory framework
• Expertise across water, biodiversity and land use sustainability topics
• Experience with ISO
  14001 or other environmental management systems
• Ability to interpret legislation and translate it into practical business action
• Confidence engaging with regulators, stakeholders and industry bodies
• A proactive, solutions‑focused approach with strong communication skills

• Play a key role in delivering industry‑leading sustainability initiatives
• Influence environmental performance across a national footprint
• Be part of a business committed to responsible resource management and innovation
• Work at the cutting edge of regulatory change and sustainable development

• Accreditations:
  Armed Forces Covenant (Gold), Disability Confident, 5% Club (Platinum), Mates in Mind, Clear Assured, STEM Ambassador, MPQC Member
• Competitive package:
  Salary, bonus incentives, generous pension and life assurance
• Work‑life balance: 27 days holiday (plus bank holidays), agile/flexible working, holiday purchase, sabbatical options, season and travel ticket loans
• Family‑friendly policies:
  Enhanced support for maternity, paternity, adoption, IVF, neonatal care and menopause
• Inclusive culture:
  Paid volunteering day and active employee communities (LGBTQ+, Women in STEM, Armed Forces etc.)
• Well‑being & development:
  Employee Assistance Programme, retail discounts and continuous learning opportunities

If you want a role where you can shape strategy, influence decision‑making and deliver meaningful environmental outcomes, this is your opportunity.