Lead Environmental Consultant

Environmental Lead Advisor
 
 

Let us tell you about all the great reasons to join us here at Yorkshire Water:
 

• We offer a competitive salary, depending on experience from £40,760.

• Annual incentive related bonus.

• Attractive pension scheme (up to 12% company contribution).

• Development opportunities in line with the Environmental Lead Advisor progression plan.

• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays – plus an extra wellness day

• Life assurance cover of 4 times pensionable salary.

• A great benefits package – choose from health cash plan scheme, critical illness insurance, dental insurance, life assurance flex and partner cover.

• Online GP service, cycle to work scheme, gym membership discounts and many more
 
 

Location:  Hybrid Working (Please note that this role is based in Bradford and there will be one to two days in the office every week).
 

Work type: Permanent. 37 hours per week, Monday – Friday.
 

We have an exciting opportunity for an Environmental Lead Advisor to join the Asset Strategy & Policy Team at Yorkshire Water and be a part of helping Yorkshire Water to provide the best service to our customers. This could be within one of three main areas, the Wastewater Treatment area, Waste area or finally the Wastewater Networks area. Everyone has an idea of what a water company does. Here in Yorkshire, we make sure that over 5.4 million people living in the region and the millions of people who visit our region each year, can rely on our services, and have clean and safe drinking water on tap and that their wastewater is taken away. We look after communities, protect the environment, and plan to look after Yorkshire’s water, today, tomorrow 24/7, 365 days a year. We provide essential water and wastewater services to every corner of the Yorkshire region, and play a key role in the region’s health, wellbeing, and prosperity.
 

New environmental legislation, unprecedented levels of investment and changing expectations from customers means that this is an exciting time to discover opportunities within the water industry. Asset Management are a key part of how we plan to meet the changing expectations of customers and regulators.
 
 

As our Environmental Lead Advisor you will provide expert advice to the business on matters concerning environmental regulation, permitting and modelling.
 

Ensure resolution of regulatory issues/risks by effectively influencing negotiations with the Environment Agency nationally and regionally on current and future environmental legislation and regulatory interpretation that impact on permitted and licenced activities.
 

Develop and maintain an understanding of the impact of Company activities on the environment. Support the business in developing responses, accordingly, e.g. review all the water service discharges or abstraction licences to ensure YW has the correct regulatory permissions in place (exemptions / permits/ licences).
 

Provide advice to the business on the impact of new, changed and existing environmental legislation, where a precedent does not already exist. e.g. the proposed move from water resources licences to environmental permits. Wastewater - treatment and treated sewage effluent discharges.

Wastewater Networks - Storm Sewage Discharges and Sewage in an emergency.

Waste and Installation Permits – sewage sludge and clean water sludge treatment and recycling.
 
 
 
Good knowledge of the main functions of the water industry and relevant regulators.

• Good understanding of all relevant pieces of environmental legislation related to the water industry.

• Excellent understanding of the various environmental permissions required by the business.

• Excellent understanding of environmental permitting for water discharges, waste operations, bespoke and standard rules permits.

• Good understanding of environmental science, particularly related to water industry.

• Ability to define and document investigation scope, including any monitoring requirements (as required by specialism).

• Full understanding of the key environmental guidance and regulatory approaches adopted by the environmental regulator in regard to the company’s activities.

• Numerate and has ability to analyse and interpret complex data.

• Strong written and oral communication, e.g. complex technical reports and briefs to senior management.

• Strong interpersonal skills, which are used to effectively influence and negotiate on environmental regulatory matters at a regional and national level.
 
 

Degree (or equivalent) in relevant subject (e.g. environment, geography, law).

• Previous experience in environmental legislation relating to water industry activities.

• Previous experience gained within the water industry.

• Previous experience in applying for Environmental permits or licences.

• Previous experience in waste classification and the definition of waste code of practice.

• Although we operate 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, it’s important to us that we support flexible working patterns and job share options (when we can), to help you make the best of both your work and home life. We know that juggling caring responsibilities or getting that ideal work/life balance isn’t always easy We will be willing to discuss part-time or flexible working options for this role.
 
 
 
If you’re an experienced environmental science professional or have operational/ compliance experience in the water industry and want to help us deliver exceptional service for our customers whilst protecting the environment, then apply today to find out what a career with Yorkshire Water can offer for you.
 
 

This is a unique opportunity to work across two organisations: a regulated water company and Europe’s largest conservation charity. If you want to help us deliver our Common Cause Partnership and help us safeguard Yorkshire’s landscapes for the future, then be sure to apply today to find out what a career with Yorkshire Water can offer you.
 

If you have an accessibility need, disability, or condition that requires changes to the recruitment process, please include this information in your application. If you feel this opportunity is suitable and you match the skills required, then please apply online and complete the application process. We are proud to serve the Yorkshire region and are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment that is reflective of the communities we serve. Depending on the role, you may also be required to go through the security vetting process for either a Counter Terrorist Check or Security Check clearance.
 
 

We therefore advise that you complete and submit your application as soon as possible.
 
 

No agencies please.