Environmental Management System (EMS) Advisor

Job description

We’re partnered with a well-established organisation within the construction and infrastructure sector, where environmental performance and compliance are central to how projects are delivered. As an Environmental Management System (EMS) Advisor, you’ll take a key role in owning and managing the Environmental Management System and supporting continual environmental improvement across the business.

You’ll be part of a dedicated Environment & Sustainability team, working closely with colleagues, clients and stakeholders to ensure effective systems, embedded compliance and high environmental standards across projects.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Owning the EMS: Managing, maintaining and improving the Environmental Management System in line with ISO 14001 and legislation.
• Audits & Compliance: Planning and supporting environmental audits and ensuring legal and permit requirements are met.
• Environmental Performance: Monitoring, analysing and reporting environmental data for internal and client use.
• Business Collaboration: Working with project teams, clients and external stakeholders to implement environmental standards.
• Environmental Culture: Delivering training and awareness to promote best practice and behavioural change.
• Continuous Improvement: Supporting sustainability initiatives and identifying opportunities for improvement and innovation.

Who They’re Looking For:

• EMS Experience: Experience in an environmental role with hands-on EMS responsibility.
• Technical Knowledge: Understanding of environmental legislation, ISO 14001, auditing and compliance.
• Data & Reporting: Comfortable working with environmental data and reports.
• Communication Skills: Able to engage effectively with colleagues, clients and external stakeholders.
• Proactive Approach: Motivated, organised and focused on practical environmental outcomes.
• Flexibility: Willing to travel across the UK and hold a full UK driving licence.

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Hertfordshire

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

27-08-2026

Profession type

Management

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English