Reference ID

ENV/Scotland

Location:

Scotland-Wide (non-specific)

Description

The role is ideally suitable for any qualified environmental professional with an interest in construction and civil engineering. This is primarily a site-based role supporting our project delivery teams.

As our successful candidate you will be competent in the following areas:

Core Competency Requirements

Professional work experience beneficial but not essential
Recognised 3rd Level Qualification in Environmental Management (including ecology, water management, sustainability, etc.)
Good knowledge of environmental legislation relevant to construction
High standard of written and spoken English
Proficient in using a computer (Email, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.)
Full valid driver’s licence
Willingness to travel and work on construction sites supporting the construction team

Day to Day Duties

Implementing Wills Bros ISO 14001 Management System
Implementing, monitoring and maintaining site water quality management arrangements
Managing waste management and chemical compliance requirements
Supporting and implementing the principal contractors CEMPs, SWMPs, and other environmental management plans and permitting procedures
Carrying out environmental monitoring (noise, dust, vibration, wate sampling, etc.)
Advising site management on environmental compliance requirements
Attending and contributing to environmental meetings
Carrying out environmental audits and inspections
Reporting to Wills Bros EHS Manager on site level performance
Investigating incidents and completing environmental incident reports
Tracking, compiling and reporting sustainability data with guidance and support from Wills Bros Sustainability Manager
Consulting with stakeholders and environmental regulators
Any other duties required by a fast-changing construction environment

Desirable Attributes/Experience

Valid CSCS Card appropriate to seniority level
Some knowledge of Hydrology or Water Engineering very beneficial
Knowledge or experience of water quality monitoring and silt prevention techniques
Ecological Knowledge or Experience
Knowledge or Experience of Carbon Monitoring and Measurement
Experience of working on large civil engineering projects (Road construction)
Membership of a recognised environmental body (IEMA/SocEnv/CIWEM/CIEEM or other)
Experience of working to an ISO 14001 Environmental Management System

Leadership Attributes

Passionate about Environmental Protection
Lead, support and advise on Environmental Compliance at a site level
Be committed and enthusiastic about promoting High Standards
Confident, self-managing, able to work on own initiative
Good Attitude / Work Ethic / Team Player
Good Communication Skills
Attention to detail
Ability to lead by and set a good example
Ability to work in a high-pressure environment and meet deadlines.

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