Environmental Advisor

Environmental Advisor Location: Suffolk - Site Based Project: Sizewell C (SZC) Contract Type: ongoing The Opportunity An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Environmental Advisor to join the expanding Sizewell C (SZC) project team in Suffolk.

Sizewell C is one of the UKs largest and most significant infrastructure projects, playing a key role in Britains transition towards a low-carbon energy future. Once operational, the new nuclear power station will provide reliable, low-carbon electricity to approximately six million homes for around 60 years.

Following the success of Hinkley Point C, Sizewell C represents a major investment in the UKs energy infrastructure and provides an opportunity to be involved in a nationally significant project. We are looking for a practical, site-based Environmental Advisor to support the Construction Delivery Team, working closely with construction management teams, contractors and supply-chain partners to maintain high standards of environmental compliance and performance.

This is a hands-on construction environmental role, not a corporate ESG or sustainability reporting position. We are looking for someone who enjoys being out on site, engaging with construction teams, identifying environmental risks and implementing practical solutions to ensure activities are delivered responsibly and in accordance with regulatory requirements.

The Role Reporting into the Environmental and Sustainability Manager, you will provide environmental support and guidance across active construction areas, ensuring that environmental risks are identified, managed and effectively controlled.

You will work collaboratively with Tier 1 contractors and delivery partners, providing advice, undertaking inspections and audits, reviewing construction documentation and supporting the continuous improvement of environmental performance across the project.

Key Responsibilities Undertake regular environmental inspections across live construction areas, identifying potential risks, non-compliances and opportunities for improvement. Provide practical advice and guidance on UK environmental legislation, regulatory requirements, permits, consents and planning conditions.

Work closely with construction teams, supervisors and contractors to ensure appropriate environmental controls are implemented throughout project activities. Review Environmental Management Plans, method statements, risk assessments and RAMS to ensure environmental risks are adequately identified and controlled.

Monitor environmental compliance across areas including earthworks, water management, waste management, pollution prevention, ecology, dust, noise, lighting and materials. Support environmental audits, inspections and assurance activities against ISO 14001, project requirements and relevant regulatory standards. Investigate environmental incidents and near misse...

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