Sustainability Manager

Job Title: Sustainability Manager

Location: Salisbury, Wiltshire with regular UK travel

Salary: Up to £50,000 + company car/car allowance

Are you a hands-on, resilient and proactive sustainability professional ready to lead the implementation of sustainable practices and ensure environmental compliance?

If so, this is the job for you!

HSE Recruitment Network are recruiting for a Sustainability Manager, with the opportunity to represent a major provider of FM, maintenance and accommodation services for the UK military and government agencies.
 
The role will be focused on leading environmental management and sustainability initiatives, ensuring compliance and driving improvements in environmental and energy performance across a network of sites.

Main Responsibilities:

• Oversee the implementation and continuous improvement of environmental and energy management systems, aligning with best practices and industry standards.
• Provide technical leadership and guidance on sustainability, energy efficiency, and environmental strategy across all operational areas.
• Ensure all activities and projects adhere to relevant environmental legal, regulatory, and contractual obligations.
• Drive the development and delivery of sustainability and energy efficiency projects covering areas such as water conservation, renewable energy, efficient lighting, waste reduction, and biodiversity enhancement.
• Collect, analyse, and report on environmental performance data, identifying trends and recommending actions for improvement.
• Investigate and manage significant environmental incidents, offering evidence-based recommendations for corrective action.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external partners to embed environmental best practice and promote sustainability culture throughout the organisation.
• Lead site audits, inspections, and assurance activities, providing actionable feedback to drive performance.
• Create and deliver sustainability awareness materials and training to promote environmental stewardship among staff.
• Build and maintain positive working relationships with stakeholders, regulators, and partner agencies, acting as the main point of contact for all sustainability-related matters.
• Travel extensively to support sites across the assigned region, ensuring consistent application of sustainability standards and practices.

 
Essential Experience, Training and Qualifications:

• Degree or equivalent qualification in Environmental Management, Sustainability, or a related discipline.
• Membership of the Institute of Environmental Management and Assessment (IEMA) or similar professional body.
• Practical experience delivering sustainability support in construction, maintenance, or defence sectors.
• Strong working knowledge of environmental legislation, compliance, and mandatory frameworks.
• Experience with environmental and energy management systems, especially ISO 14001 and ISO 50001.
• Expertise in at least three focus areas: energy management, waste minimisation, ecology/conservation, sustainable procurement, or contaminated land management.
• Proficient in analysing environmental and energy performance data, preparing technical reports, and presenting findings.
• Demonstrated ability to coordinate sustainability projects and drive organisational change.
• Skilled in stakeholder engagement, communication, and the provision of professional advice at all levels.
• Full driving licence and willingness to travel for site visits across the assigned region.

 
 
 
Interested? Apply now for immediate consideration: simon.gregory@hserecruitment.co.uk // 0121 454 5000

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