Environment & Sustainability Advisor

Southampton (Hybrid – office & site-based across the UK), United Kingdom

Project support

Trant Engineering Ltd is seeking an Environment & Sustainability Advisor to join our growing team and play a key role in embedding sustainability across our projects and operations nationwide.

Working closely with the Environment & Sustainability Manager, you’ll provide practical advice and hands‑on support to project teams, helping drive environmental compliance, reduce impacts, and deliver meaningful sustainability improvements across the business.

• Carrying out site visits and inspections to assess environmental compliance, identify risks, and support project teams with practical solutions
• Delivering toolbox talks and training, raising awareness of sustainability challenges and best practice
• Providing environmental and sustainability advice across the full project lifecycle, including review of ecology surveys, permits, CEMPs and waste management plans
• Supporting the development and improvement of company procedures and management systems
• Assisting with the investigation of environmental incidents
• Supporting greenhouse gas data management and Scope 1–3 reporting, including client reporting and disclosures
• Helping implement initiatives that support Net Zero and carbon reduction targets, including across subsidiary businesses
• Engaging with clients and supply chain partners to promote sustainable working practices
• Contributing to tender submissions and business development activities

Full training and ongoing support will be provided.

• A degree in an environmental or engineering‑related discipline (or similar)
• Membership of a relevant professional body such as IEMA or CIWEM
• Knowledge of environmental and sustainability challenges in construction and engineering
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to engage confidently at all levels
• A proactive, solutions‑focused approach and genuine passion for sustainability
• Full UK driving licence

Trant is an established engineering and construction contractor delivering complex EPC projects across sectors including Water, Energy, Defence and Nuclear. With over 800 employees, a strong forward order book and a projected turnover of £180m, this is an exciting time to join a growing, forward‑thinking business.

• 24 days holiday (plus bank holidays), increasing with service
• Flexible working (core hours scheme)
• Company pension
• Employee Assistance Programme (24/7)
• Bike to Work Scheme
• Free onsite parking
• Discretionary annual bonus

Trant Engineering Ltd is committed to equal opportunities and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates.

To apply for this position, please e‑mail your CV to Gareth Sharp or call our Internal Recruitment Team on