Environmental Manager - Circularity and Resource Efficiency

Environmental Manager – Circularity and Resource Efficiency

Location: Glasgow, Perth, Dundee, Aberdeen and/or Reading.

Salary: £50,100 – £75,100 + performance‑related bonus and benefits.

Type: Permanent, Full‑time, Flexible First options.

Reporting to the Group Environment Manager, you will support SSE Group in keeping people, the environment, and assets safe, and will develop and deliver the SSE Environment Strategy, focusing on Responsible Consumption and Production. You will lead circularity and waste reduction strategies, navigate legislation, enhance corporate performance, and drive best practice across all Business Units.

• Lead SSE’s circularity and waste reduction strategies across the organization.
• Develop and embed a Circularity Roadmap to drive strategy and performance.
• Support the development of SSE policies and the delivery of best practice within the Group, Business Units, and with key stakeholders.
• Work across the UK and Ireland to develop SSE's approach and mitigate risk.
• Communicate complex data and solutions to stakeholders and inspire teams to achieve goals.

• Expertise in circularity and waste management with a proven track record.
• Strong knowledge of circular economy principles, sustainable procurement, waste management, environmental management and risk management, regulatory and corporate requirements.
• Proven experience in delivering and communicating practical solutions to environmental and sustainability challenges.
• Proven experience in engaging and influencing stakeholders across complex multi‑disciplinary organisations.
• Proficiency in interpreting and communicating complex data and problem‑solving.
• A degree or master’s degree in environmental, sustainability, or related subject.
• Professional membership of ISEP or equivalent.

Enjoy discounts on private healthcare and gym memberships, wellbeing benefits such as a free online GP and 24/7 counselling service, interest‑free loans on tech and transport season tickets, new bike via Cycle to Work scheme and generous family entitlements (maternity, adoption pay, paternity leave).

SSE is an equal‑opportunity employer. We provide reasonable adjustments throughout the application process and encourage applications from under‑represented groups.

Start your online application via the Apply Now box on this page. We will notify you after the closing date. If offered a role, a criminality check and a credit check will be required.

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