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Description The Environmental Manager is responsible for developing and supporting the implementation of environmental plans to support the environmental strategy, ensuring compliance with relevant legislation and driving continuous improvement in environmental performance. This role plays a critical part in shaping the organisations long-term environmental leadership within the utilities sector. Key Responsibilities • Develop and implement environmental strategies, policies and action plans that sup-port corporate objectives and promote continuous improvement, • Ensure full compliance with UK, EU and International environmental legislation, regulations and best practice., • Maintain up to date knowledge of emerging legislative changes, industry trends and environmental risks., • Develop, implement and continually improve Environmental Management Systems to maintain ISO14001 certification., • Coordinate initiatives for: Streetworks UK, pollution control, waste management, recycling, environmental health, conservation, biodiversity and renewable energy., • Audit, analyse and report environmental performance to senior management, regulatory bodies and external stakeholders (where required)., • Lead the preparation and publication of environmental reports, assuming overall responsibility for content and quality., • Support the business with the creation of Environmental Permits., • Conduct environmental impact assessments, risk reviews and cost analyses to identify opportunities to reduce environmental impact and financial exposure., • Liaise with regulatory authorities, local authorities, public bodies and environmental agencies., • Manage relationships with senior leaders and internal colleagues, ensuring transparency and alignment on environmental priorities., • Promote environmental awareness and sustainability across all organisational levels, fostering a culture of responsibility., • Relevant environmental or sustainability degree or equivalent professional qualification (or evidence of working towards)., • Membership of a recognised professional body (e.g., IEMA, CIWEM) (or evidence of working towards)., • 5 years experience working in Senior Environmental with demonstratable ability to provide advice on legislative change and implementing systems to meet such changes., • Strong knowledge of UK, EU and international environmental regulations and compliance frameworks., • Demonstrable experience in environmental management within a large, complex organisation, • Expertise in developing and implementing environmental management systems (e.g., ISO 14001) and integrated systems., • Competent in environmental risk assessment, impact assessments (EIA) and ecological constraints., • Proven ability to lead cross-functional improvement initiatives., • Strong analytical, auditing and reporting skills., • Excellent communication, influencing and stakeholder engagement capabilities., • Good computer skills at Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint Teams Tools, • Understand Data and act upon non-compliant issues, • Able to liaise with client and customer stakeholders both internal and external, • Strong written and verbal communication and people skills, • Full driving licence Desirable, • Experience of working in utilities, waste management, infrastructure or industrial sec-tors., • Understanding of Streetworks UK Requirements and Waste Management Regulations, • Knowledge of carbon management, net zero and sustainability JBRP1_UKTJ

The role Help us deliver Wales's contribution to the global goal of conserving 30% of land, freshwater and marine environments by 2030. Working as part of NRW's support for the Sustainable Farming Scheme (SFS), you'll help create practical management plans for designated sites and work directly with farmers to identify actions that benefit habitats, species and the wider environment. We are recruiting Environment Officers across Mid West, Mid East and South West Wales, on fixed-term appointment until 31/03/2027, with the possibility of permanency. These roles will be based out of our Aberystwyth, Welshpool and Cross Hands sites. You will provide technical expertise in protected site management, including regulatory work (assents and consents), proactive conservation advice, and developing partnerships and management agreements. Your role will support NRW's biodiversity priorities and offer specialist input to colleagues and projects across the organisation. You may also contribute to broader environmental management, including incident response, water resources, land and water quality, and work linked to delivering Water Framework Directive outcomes. You'll work alongside established operational teams and play a key role in improving environmental outcomes on the ground. Driving is essential to this role as you will need to visit remote sites to form an opinion to enable the issuing of a consent or licence. You must hold a full and current UK driving license. As an organisation we support flexible working. You will be contracted to the NRW office at the above location and a suitable hybrid working pattern will be agreed on appointment. Any regular face to face meetings or training will be planned in advance. To make an informal enquiry about this role, please contact Carol Fielding at Interviews will take place through Microsoft Teams. About us At Natural Resources Wales (NRW), our vision is simple but ambitious: a future where people and nature thrive together. Everything we do is driven by the belief that a healthy natural environment underpins a strong economy, resilient communities, and a vibrant quality of life for everyone in Wales. We play a central role in supporting Welsh Government to develop and deliver the Sustainable Farming Scheme, an initiative designed to create long-term benefits for nature, people, and the rural economy. Through this work, we help shape a more sustainable future for Welsh agriculture, ensuring land management supports biodiversity, combats climate change, and enhances the wellbeing of current and future generations. Our teams are passionate, knowledgeable, and united by a shared purpose: to protect, restore, and reward the incredible landscapes and natural assets of Wales. If you join us, you'll be part of a forward-thinking organisation where your contribution directly supports a greener, fairer and more sustainable future. What you will do • Work with a wide range of internal and external customers including permit holders, landowners, businesses, public bodies, recreation groups, volunteers and third sector organisations to enable others to achieve SMNR., • Establish, maintain and advise partners to support the development of partnership projects and plans through from concepts to implementation. These projects will deliver outcomes aligned with place priorities., • Assess compliance with relevant legislation, permit or consent conditions. Where non-compliance is identified, determine and implement the most appropriate intervention option to ensure a return to compliance as quickly as possible. Take appropriate actions to collect evidence for enforcement purposes, in accordance with defined procedures., • Draft valid consents and assents for operations affecting protected sites. For all work areas produce required advice, investigations, documentation and reports to agreed quality standards to support operational and management decisions, protected site notification, public enquiries, court cases etc so that information, evidence and NRW interests are accurately and effectively presented., • Within your area of expertise, provide professional local advice and responses to consultations from planning and permitting teams. Maintain working relationships with these teams through regular liaison., • Monitor progress of work, which may include interpretation of data, contractor management, project delivery or compliance with management agreements or statutory legal notices. Identify and support any remedial actions to ensure outcome delivery., • Play a role in a resilient NRW Incident Management Service that follows NRW process to ensure effective, timely and safe response to incidents., • Undertake health and safety duties and responsibilities appropriate to the post, • Be committed to Natural Resources Wales Equal Opportunities and Diversity Policy , together with an understanding of how it operates within the responsibilities of the post, • Be committed to your own development through the effective use of your personal development plan (known as Sgwrs)., • A good working knowledge of conservation and biodiversity, with focused experience in these distinct areas of the team remit., • An understanding of how your role in a multi-functional team can contribute to the sustainable management of natural resources., • Strong and effective self-management, organisational and ICT skills, including the ability to use specialised IT systems, such as GIS or customised applications., • The ability to influence, negotiate and gain cooperation of others including experience of dealing successfully with difficult people or situations and proven ability to work well as part of a team., • Ensure continuing professional and personal development, expertise and competence through formal and informal learning and certification., • Hold a current full UK valid licence to drive NRW fleet vehicles (cars and vans). Welsh Language level requirements, • Civil Service Pension Scheme offering employer contributions of 28.97% (successful internal staff will remain in their current pension scheme), • 28 days annual leave, rising to 33 days, • generous leave entitlements for all your life needs, • commitment to professional development, • health and wellbeing benefits and support #ENV, GRJ, GGL, TTJ JBRP1_UKTJ

Salary: £25,000 - £30,000 (dependent on experience, flexibility for the right candidate) Location: Salford Overview An established and growing environmental consultancy is looking to appoint a BNG Consultant to join a dedicated Biodiversity Net Gain team. This role would suit either an early-career ecologist with hands-on BNG exposure who wants to specialise further, or an individual already working within a BNG-focused role looking to deepen their technical expertise. You will join a collaborative team of BNG specialists, supporting the delivery of Biodiversity Net Gain assessments across a range of development projects, with clear scope for progression as the service line continues to grow. Key Responsibilities * Supporting the delivery of Biodiversity Net Gain assessments in line with current legislation and best practice * Assisting with habitat condition assessments, baseline calculations and BNG metric inputs * Contributing to BNG reports, technical notes and supporting documentation * Liaising with internal teams, planners and external stakeholders where required * Undertaking site visits as part of project delivery * Developing technical capability with the aim of progressing into a specialist BNG role Candidate Requirements * 1-2 years' experience in ecology or environmental consultancy with exposure to BNG work * Current experience working in a Biodiversity Net Gain-focused role * Understanding of Biodiversity Net Gain principles and the BNG Metric * Degree in Ecology, Environmental Science or a related discipline * Full UK driving licence or ability to attend site visits * Keen interest in specialising within Biodiversity Net Gain Benefits * 24 days' holiday plus bank holidays, rising to 30 days with long service * Hybrid working with flexible arrangements dependent on project demands * 5% employer pension contribution * Paid professional subscription (1 per year) * Access to company fleet vehicles for site travel * Cycle to Work Scheme and Techscheme * Eyecare scheme * 1 volunteering day per year * Regular staff events and a collaborative, low-hierarchy team culture Bennett and Game Recruitment are a multi-disciplined technical recruitment agency based in Chichester, West Sussex operating across the UK with specialist teams covering a range of industries. We are acting as a Recruitment Agency in relation to this vacancy, and in accordance with GDPR by applying you are granting us consent to process your data, contact you about the services we offer, and submit your CV for the role you have applied for. JBRP1_UKTJ

Bennett & Game are pleased to be representing a leading civil engineering and infrastructure contractor seeking an Environmental Coordinator to join their head office team in Small Dole. This role offers the chance to take ownership of environmental compliance, management plans and monitoring programmes across a varied portfolio of construction and infrastructure projects. You will work closely with project teams, subconsultants and regulatory bodies to ensure environmental standards are fully met while supporting wider sustainability and carbon reduction initiatives. This is a strong opportunity for someone who enjoys balancing technical work with hands on project involvement and stakeholder coordination. Role Overview • Ensure full environmental compliance across construction and infrastructure projects, • Develop and maintain CEMPs, SWMPs and permit applications, • Oversee monitoring for air, water, noise and biodiversity, • Coordinate specialists including ecologists, archaeologists and subconsultants, • 3-5 years' environmental experience within construction, civil engineering or consultancy, • Strong knowledge of UK environmental legislation and permitting processes, • Proven experience developing environmental management plans and supporting audits, • Confident communicator with strong stakeholder engagement skills, • £35,000-£45,000 depending on experience, • 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, • Company pension scheme, • Mileage and expenses for site travel JBRP1_UKTJ

We are excited to offer a fantastic opportunity for a permanent Grounds Maintenance Operative to join our dynamic team in Sheffield. This role will be based on site at Olive Grove Depot (S2 3GE). This position offers a competitive salary and overtime. The standard working hours for this role are 40 hours per week. As a Grounds Maintenance Operative, your role is crucial for maintaining the quality and appearance of parks, open spaces, and highway verges, enhancing the reputation of the Sheffield Account. For Amey, your work supports our high service standards and reinforces our leadership in infrastructure support. Environmentally, your efforts foster the health and biodiversity of green spaces, providing clean, well-maintained areas that encourage public interaction with nature. For the public, your work ensures well-kept spaces that offer safe, attractive areas for recreation and social interaction, improving the overall quality of life. Proper maintenance ensures safety and usability, showcasing Amey's commitment to community well-being. What You'll Do: General maintenance, such as grass cutting, hedge trimming, clearing leaves and litter, verges Horticulture activities such as. planting, pruning and seeding Operate light plant and power tools Undertake vehicle, tractor, and cutting equipment checks. Weather dependent carry out site gritting and snow clearing activities Why Join Us? At Amey, we don't just offer jobs, we offer opportunities to build fulfilling careers. As one of the top 1% of employers recognised by Investors in People, we are committed to your professional growth and wellbeing. Here's what you can expect when you join our team: ® Competitive Salary: Enjoy a competitive annual salary with the potential for yearly reviews to ensure you're rewarded for your contributions. ® Career Growth: Propel your career with clear, dynamic advancement opportunities to roles like Highways Team Leader and Supervisor ® Training Opportunities: Unlock your potential with comprehensive training tailored to your growth. ® Personal Development Opportunities: Advance your personal growth through mentorship and access to our award-winning programs like our Leadership Development, (email address removed), and Multicultural Leadership programs. ® Pension: Benefit from a generous pension scheme with company contributions for your future peace of mind. ® Holidays: Enjoy at least 24 days of holiday plus bank holidays, and the opportunity to buy further 5 days! Giving you plenty of time to relax and recharge. ® Flexible Benefits: Customise your benefits package with options like additional leave, cycle-to-work schemes, charitable giving, and gym memberships. ® Exclusive Discounts: Access our online portal filled with discounts from leading retailers, healthcare services, and more, helping you save on the things that matter. ® Social Impact: Take part in our community initiatives with 2x paid volunteering days a year, plus other opportunities to support fundraising and local projects. What You'll Bring: Class 2 driving licence with category B+E (trailers) Experience in the use of ride on mower equipment Basic knowledge of gardening and horticulture operations General experience of grounds maintenance type duties Experience in operating light plant and equipment Experience of horticulture operations including planting, pruning Understanding of Health and Safety Legislation, COSHH Ability to pass D&A test , Strimmer, Small grounds maintenance plant We require a flexible team player who takes pride in the standard of their work and displays a positive attitude to health & safety in the workplace The following would also be advantageous: PA1 & PA6 (Pesticides) but not essential as full training given If you're ready to make a meaningful impact on our business and contribute to a shared, sustainable future, we invite you to join us in advancing our strategy and driving positive change. Application Guidance At Amey, we value a culture of diversity and inclusion. We encourage applications from individuals who are passionate about making a positive impact, no matter their background, gender, race, or personal circumstances. We believe everyone deserves the opportunity to shine. As a Disability Confident leader, we're proud to offer applicants with a disability an interview if they meet the minimum requirements for the role. If you have any questions or need any adjustments during the recruitment process, don't hesitate to reach out to our recruiter for this role, at (url removed) #CVL

This role plays a key part in turning high-level sustainability and biodiversity commitments into practical, measurable action, supporting long term environmental resilience and demonstrating credible progress against the Sustainability Roadmap and Biodiversity Action Plan (BAP). Sustainability and

Biodiversity Units UK is working at the centre of one of the biggest changes in the UK development market right now: Biodiversity Net Gain.

The role focuses on embedding biodiversity in high-profile international projects.

This role involves undertaking ecological surveys, preparing reports, and supporting biodiversity initiatives.

Manage the Biodiversity Action Plan for the Twycross Zoo Nature Reserve and zoo site, working with relevant experts. Coordinate habitat assessments, biodiversity surveys, and species monitoring efforts on the zoo estate. Provide ecological advice to internal teams to ensure biodiversity consideratio

A progressive consultancy is seeking a Senior Ecologist to join their team in the UK, focusing on ecological projects across various sectors.The ideal candidate will have a BSc in Ecology, experience in consultancy, and expertise in UK wildlife legislation.Responsibilities include conducting ecologi

A leading employment agency is seeking a Planning Ecologist in Greater London.The role involves providing ecological advice on planning applications and ensuring compliance with environmental legislation.Responsibilities include assessing ecological surveys and collaborating with various stakeholder

An environmental agency in the UK seeks a specialist to lead land management agreements across Wales, focusing on biodiversity.

A prominent environmental charity in London seeks a Project Officer to lead biodiversity enhancement projects.

You will provide specialist land agency expertise across Wales, playing a central role in strengthening our biodiversity outcomes.

A leading recruitment service seeks a Project Officer to manage biodiversity enhancement projects in London.

A leading engineering firm in Greater London seeks an Ecological Consultant to undertake ecology surveys and contribute to biodiversity projects.

A leading environmental organization in the UK is seeking a Senior Ecologist to support biodiversity monitoring and ecological assessments across Norfolk.

Associate - Biodiversity Net Gain Lead - Manchester, Leeds, London or Bristol. Associate - Biodiversity Net Gain Lead - Manchester, Leeds, London or Bristol. Are you the kind of ecologist who gets a little too excited about biodiversity metrics? Do spreadsheets, habitat units and long-term managemen

Depending on the role, you would undertake ecological surveys and produce high‑quality reports including habitat and species surveys, support the delivery of a range of biodiversity project work, alongside our Ecology and Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG) specialists or support the delivery of a range o

The role includes developing strategic partnerships, mentoring teams, and managing significant financial programmes aimed at biodiversity. Candidates should possess strong leadership experience and familiarity with biodiversity disclosure standards.

A conservation organization is seeking volunteers for the UKBMS Transect Surveyor role in Norfolk to assist in butterfly monitoring.Volunteers will conduct weekly surveys from April to September, identifying butterfly species and contributing to essential data collection that aids conservation effor

An environmental consultancy in Greater London seeks a Senior Ecological Consultant to join their team.This role involves designing and delivering ecological surveys, managing projects, and engaging with clients.Candidates should have a strong understanding of UK wildlife and nature conservation leg

The role involves conducting tree inspections, managing maintenance programs, and engaging with local communities on biodiversity initiatives.

An independent consultancy is seeking a motivated Ecologist to join their expanding team in the UK.The ideal candidate will hold a degree in ecology or environmental sciences and have over three years of fieldwork experience.Responsibilities include assisting with surveys, supporting data analysis,

A leading consultancy in ecology is seeking an experienced Ecological professional to play a pivotal role in managing and delivering ecology inputs for complex projects across various sectors.This position offers an excellent opportunity for career progression within a supportive environment, with r

A leading engineering firm is seeking an Ecology Survey Assistant in Greater London.The role involves assisting with various ecology surveys and data analysis, requiring a degree in Ecology and familiarity with wildlife legislation.The position offers an excellent work-life balance with flexible wor

Successful candidates will have a strong understanding of biodiversity, effective communication skills, and experience in project management.

A leading conservation charity in the UK is seeking a Conservation Project Manager to oversee biodiversity initiatives. You will manage the Biodiversity Action Plan and coordinate various teams for habitat management projects.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Biodiversity Ecologist to take on a key Principal consultant role, Team oversight, managing projects, developing client relationships, and contributing to business growth. Lead and manage ecology projects with a focus on positive biodiversity outcom

This position offers structured mentoring and opportunities to influence biodiversity outcomes, allowing you to apply innovative ecological methods in impactful projects.

A top Ecology & Sustainability Consultancy in Greater London is looking for an experienced Biodiversity Ecologist to assume a Principal Consultant role. The right candidate will lead ecology projects aimed at enhancing biodiversity, manage a team, and develop client relationships.

A leading engineering firm seeks a dedicated Ecologist in Greater London to assist with field surveys, ecological data analysis, and report writing.The ideal candidate will have a degree in Ecology or a related field, with a focus on ecological methodologies and communication skills.Flexible working

Ideal candidates have relevant qualifications and experience in ecological consultancy, strong communication skills, and a good understanding of biodiversity principles.

A local environmental charity in the UK is seeking a Biodiversity Officer to improve habitats and lead ecological enhancement projects across various landscapes.

A leading engineering firm in the UK is seeking a Freshwater Ecologist to join their Aquatic Ecology team.This role offers the chance to work on diverse aquatic projects, conducting field surveys and supporting ecological assessments.Ideal candidates will have a relevant degree and professional expe

As a Biodiversity Officer, you will plan, develop and implement ecological enhancement across the Forest, undertaking field surveys, practical habitat work, data collection and project delivery.

A leading ecology consultancy is seeking an experienced Senior Biodiversity Ecologist to lead various ecology projects in London. Enjoy competitive salary, flexible working conditions, and opportunities for career progression in this meaningful role promoting biodiversity enhancement.

An innovative environmental consultancy based in Greater London is seeking an Ecology Consultant at Principal Consultant grade.The ideal candidate will lead ecology surveys and impact assessments, ensuring excellence in project delivery for diverse clients involved in infrastructure and public secto

A leading environmental consultancy is searching for an Associate - Biodiversity Net Gain Lead across locations in the UK. This role involves leading biodiversity net gain solutions and providing strategic, practical guidance to clients and stakeholders. Ideal candidates will have strong experience

The ideal candidate will have experience with UK habitats, Ecological Impact Assessments, and a passion for biodiversity.

The ideal candidate will have extensive fieldwork experience, a solid grasp of biodiversity metrics, and proficiency in relevant software tools.

Applying your expertise in Environmental Impact Assessment, Habitats Regulations Assessment, and/or Biodiversity Net Gain.

This hybrid role involves assessing planning applications for compliance with biodiversity policies and regulations.

A prominent conservation charity in London seeks a Project Officer to deliver biodiversity enhancement projects as part of the Help Nature Thrive initiative.

A global leader in sustainability is seeking experienced Ecologists at all levels to join their expanding Ecology team across South West England.Responsibilities include managing ecological surveys, leading development projects, and mentoring junior team members.Candidates should have a degree in Ec

A historic organisation in conservation based in London is seeking a Project Officer to deliver biodiversity enhancement projects. Responsibilities include managing consultants, boosting biodiversity across iconic landscapes, and engaging with the public to ensure broad support for conservation effo