Environment and Sustainability Advisor

• Salary:
  Competitive + Excellent Benefits including Outstanding Pension
• Division: UKFE
  - Risk Assurance and Regulation
• Site
  
  Location:
  
  West Burton, Nottinghamshire
• Position Grade:
  Grade G
• Department: UKFE
  - Risk and Assurance

The UK Government has established UK Fusion Energy (UKFE) Ltd , a subsidiary of UK Atomic Energy Authority (UKAEA), to lead the charge in delivering fusion energy through design and delivery of the Spherical Tokamak for Energy Production (STEP) prototype fusion plant. UKFE is establishing itself, setting up the company, attracting talent, engaging with industry, developing a supply chain, and planning and constructing of the STEP prototype.

Fusion energy, crucial for combating climate change and ensuring energy independence, is expected to be commercially viable by mid-century. The UK, led by UKFE, aims for a prototype fusion plant, targeting first operations around 2040. UK Fusion Energy Ltd. will lead delivery, collaborating with industrial partners and building a fusion supply chain with an estimated global sector value of £7tn per year.

Join UKFE and the STEP programme to be involved in this ground breaking journey.

As an employee of UKFE, you will benefit from:

• Outstanding defined benefit pension scheme,details of which can be found at the end of this advert.
• Corporate bonus schemeup to 7% and aRelocationallowance (if eligible).
• Flexible working options including family friendly policies and the right to request flexible working from the start of your employment.
• Employee Assistance Programmeand trained Mental Health First Aiders,
• Generous annual leave allowance starting with 25 days, plus 3 days Christmas closure and 2.5 privilege days, in addition to UK bank holidays
• A vibrantculturecommitted to being fully inclusive

The salary for this role is £51,317l + excellent benefits including outstanding pension.

This position is based at West Burton, Nottinghamshire

The closing date for this advert is set for the 20th November 2026.

As Environment & Sustainability Advisor, you'll work closely with engineering, construction, procurement and operational teams to ensure environmental excellence across the programme. Key responsibilities will include:

• Supporting the continual improvement and implementation of our ISO 14001 Environmental Management System.
• Providing environmental and sustainability advice across project delivery activities.
• Supporting delivery of the programme's Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG) strategy and wider environmental commitments.
• Undertaking environmental audits, inspections and assurance activities.
• Monitoring environmental performance and sustainability metrics, including carbon and greenhouse gas reporting.
• Contributing to Net Zero initiatives, sustainable procurement, resource efficiency and circular economy programmes.
• Supporting environmental compliance across contractors, suppliers and delivery partners.
• Preparing environmental reports for programme governance, regulatory bodies and corporate sustainability reporting requirements.
• Promoting environmental awareness, best practice and continuous improvement across the organisation.

About You

We're looking for an environmental professional who combines technical expertise with a collaborative and proactive approach.

You will bring:

• Experience working within environmental management, sustainability or compliance roles.
• Knowledge of environmental legislation, regulatory requirements and environmental management systems, ideally ISO 14001.
• Experience of environmental auditing, monitoring and assurance activities.
• Understanding of biodiversity, sustainability and carbon management principles.
• Experience analysing environmental performance data and preparing reports.
• Strong stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to influence and build effective relationships across multidisciplinary teams.
• A passion for sustainability, environmental stewardship and continuous improvement.

Experience supporting major infrastructure, construction, engineering, energy or highly regulated programmes would be advantageous.

Why Join UKFE?

This is a unique opportunity to contribute to one of the UK's most exciting and innovative programmes. Fusion energy has the potential to provide clean, safe and sustainable energy for future generations, and you'll be at the heart of ensuring its development is delivered responsibly and sustainably.

In return, you'll work alongside world-leading experts in a collaborative environment where innovation, sustainability and…