Environmental Specialist

Location: City of Edinburgh

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At Veranova, we believe people are our most important asset, and we are dedicated to building the most talented and diverse workforce in our industry. Our commitment to uncompromising focus on quality, compliance, safety, and excellence in delivery shapes everything we do. We are not just looking for skills; we are seeking innovative individuals who have a mindset open to learning and growth, and a desire to make a difference.

Veranova is a global leader in the development and manufacturing of complex active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) for pharma and biotech customers. With deep technical expertise and impressive flexibility, we develop solutions and processes that support and accelerate innovation.

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At Veranova, we are committed to EHS excellence and ensuring a safe, healthy, and regulatory-compliant work environment. The Environmental Specialist is responsible for ensuring the site’s compliance with environmental laws, regulations, and best practices. The role involves managing environmental programs, overseeing environmental risk assessments, and working cross-functionally with teams to integrate environmental best practices into daily operations.

This position plays a key role in protecting the environment, minimizing environmental impact, and supporting sustainability efforts at the site level.

Core Responsibilities:

• Environmental Program Management
  Lead, implement, and continuously improve environmental programs that align with local, state, and federal environmental regulations and Veranova’s sustainability goals. Manage waste management, water conservation, energy efficiency, IS014001 accreditation and emissions control programs.
• Regulatory Compliance & Reporting
  Ensure compliance with environmental regulations and company policies. Prepare and submit environmental reports and documentation to regulatory agencies as required. Support audits and inspections by regulatory bodies.
• Environmental Risk Assessment
  Conduct environmental impact assessments and identify potential environmental risks associated with site operations. Recommend strategies to mitigate negative environmental impacts and ensure compliance with environmental laws.
• Sustainability Initiatives
  Collaborate with internal teams to drive sustainability projects focused on reducing the site’s carbon footprint, improving energy usage, reducing waste, and enhancing recycling efforts.
• Training and Education
  Develop and deliver environmental training programs to employees to ensure they understand environmental policies and best practices. Foster a culture of environmental awareness and responsibility across the site.
• Waste Management
  Oversee the safe and compliant management of hazardous and non-hazardous waste, ensuring proper disposal and documentation according to environmental regulations.
• Environmental Impact Reporting & Continuous Improvement
  Track and analyze environmental performance metrics, providing recommendations for improvement. Drive continuous improvement initiatives related to environmental management practices.
• Emergency Response & Environmental Incident Management
  Assist in the development of emergency response plans for environmental incidents, such as spills or accidental releases. Provide support in managing and investigating environmental incidents when they occur. Participation in the site Duty Emergency Manager role, providing out of hours support to operations as per defined rota.
• Cross-functional Collaboration
  Work with other departments (e.g., manufacturing, production, facilities) to implement environmentally friendly practices and ensure adherence to environmental guidelines in daily operations.

Qualifications/Knowledge/

Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, or a related field (required)

• Professional certifications are preferred but not required
• Experience in environmental management, with a strong understanding of environmental regulations, risk assessments, and sustainability practices

Our Commitment:

• Inclusive Culture
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