Environmental Compliance Specialist - Contract

Job Title: Environmental Compliance Specialist (6 months fixed-term-contract)



Location: Skelmersdale

 

Working pattern: 4-5 days per week



Salary: circa £40,000



HSE Recruitment Network are recruiting for an Environmental Compliance specialist, with the opportunity to represent a prominent dairy business undergoing significant transformation through its strategic initiatives, aiming to enhance operational efficiency, drive sustainability, and achieve long-term growth while maintaining its commitment to environmental responsibility.

 

The role will be focused on establishing and maintaining environmental compliance.



Main Responsibilities:



Conduct a comprehensive review of the site's environmental compliance status.

Gather data and map all site waste streams, ensuring proper disposal methods are in place.

Investigate and manage environmental risks, such as storage of fuels and chemicals

Support the site to prepare for audits such as UK ETS verification and Environment Agency visits

Develop and deliver environmental training and education programs for site staff.

Collaborate with the interim HSE Manager and the incoming permanent HSE Manager to ensure a holistic approach to health, safety, and environmental management.

Ensure the site obtains and maintains all necessary environmental permits and build actions plans with stakeholders for any required improvement conditions. 

Experience required:



Proven experience in an environmental role, ideally within a manufacturing or dairy environment.

Strong knowledge of UK environmental regulations and permitting processes.

Experience with waste management and waste stream mapping.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to educate and influence stakeholders at all levels.

Proactive and hands-on approach, with a willingness to get involved in all aspects of environmental management.

IEMA certification is desirable.

Experience with UK ETS is a plus. 

Ideal Personality Traits:-



Outgoing and friendly demeanour

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Proactive and able to work independently

Strong problem-solving skills

Ability to work effectively within a diverse team

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