Environmental Advisor

Environmental Advisor

Department: SHEQ & Growth

Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time

Location: Ipswich

Reporting To: Tim Field

The Opportunity We are looking for a proactive Sustainability & Environmental Advisor to join our growing Environmental & Sustainability team in East Anglia. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in driving environmental best practice, supporting sustainability initiatives across major projects, and contributing to the organisation’s wider environmental goals within a dynamic and forward-thinking environment.

As an Environmental Advisor, you will:

• Support the delivery of sustainability and environmental action plans across the framework
• Provide expert environmental advice and support to internal stakeholders, promoting best practice and regulatory compliance
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate environmental and sustainability considerations into operations and decision-making
• Conduct environmental audits, assessments, and inspections to identify opportunities for improvement and ensure compliance with company procedures and environmental legislation
• Assist in the investigation of environmental incidents, ensuring lessons learned are communicated and preventative actions implemented
• Analyse environmental performance data, identify trends and opportunities for improvement, and prepare reports for management review
• Liaise with regulatory agencies, external consultants, clients, and third-party organisations regarding environmental permitting, reporting, and compliance
• Deliver engaging environmental training sessions and awareness campaigns to promote a culture of sustainability
• Assess sustainability risks and opportunities and support the development of environmental management plans for new projects and developments
• Stay informed on emerging environmental trends, technologies, and legislation, assessing potential impacts on company operations
• Support the development and implementation of sustainability goals, targets, and initiatives

• Proven experience within environmental management, sustainability, or a related field, ideally within the construction or utilities sector
• Strong understanding of environmental legislation, regulations, and industry best practice
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with strong attention to detail
• Ability to collect, analyse, and interpret environmental data effectively
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to engage stakeholders at all levels
• Self‑motivated and proactive, capable of working independently and collaboratively within a team
• Willingness and flexibility to travel to company sites and project locations as required
• Genuine commitment to environmental sustainability and corporate social responsibility

• Relevant professional memberships or certifications such as IEMA, IEEM, IWEM or equivalent
• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, or a related discipline
• Experience using environmental management software and reporting tools

OCU offers a flexible and supportive working environment, empowering employees with autonomy, opportunities for professional growth, and a comprehensive benefits package designed to support both career development and wellbeing. You will be joining a reputable business that is defined by values We care about safety, We make a Positive impact, We lead with Integrity, We deliver to grow, We are One Company United!