Sustainability Advisor - Ministry of Defence

Your new company:A joint venture to deliver facilities management and maintenance for the defence industry. This role involves working for a specialist scientific division within the Ministry of Defence and will be based on an operational Military base in the South of England.
Your new role:

• Helping the Sustainability Manager with the development and maintenance of a fully compliant Environmental Management System
• Assisting with providing technical support on environmental issues and sustainability innovation in construction
• Completing investigations and producing reports
• Liaising with clients, end users and regulators
• Working with project teams to prescribe and support the delivery of sustainability support.
• Assisting the Sustainability Manager with responding to significant environmental incidents on site

? This role would suit a recent graduate, someone at the start of their career who is keen to learn and make a difference.
What you'll need to do in this role:

• Previous experience in an Environmental or Sustainability role.
• Awareness of current and relevant environmental legislation.
• Knowledge and appreciation of Environmental Management Systems.
• Good communication and presentation skills.
• Be able to demonstrate an understanding of at least one area of Ecology and Conservation, Waste Management, Contaminated Land or Sustainable Procurement.
• Experience in Data Analysis and Report Writing.
• A good level of skill at using Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• A Degree or equivalent experience in Environmental Management, Sustainability, or associated discipline.
• You will be working towards becoming a Member of the Institute of Environmental Management (IEMA).
• You will be working towards a level as an Environmental Auditor.

This role will involve security vetting, and you must have been resident and working in the UK for the past 5 years as a minimum.
What you'll get in return:

• Up to 6% contributory pension scheme.
• 25 Days annual leave
• Volunteer leave!
• Established reward and recognition scheme.
• One paid professional subscription
• Life Assurance Policy
• Employee discount and reward schemes
• Interesting, varied, and enjoyable work
• A company that recognises your contribution
• Training opportunities and qualifications within a supportive environment to ensure career progression.

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