Environmental and Social Sustainability Specialist

2 days ago

Stonehouse, Plymouth, United Kingdom Voltalia Full time
Job Description

At Voltalia, we are passionate about renewable energies and committed to sustainability. We are seeking an experienced Environmental and Social Specialist to join our UK development team.

The successful candidate will work closely with project managers to ensure that company and international E&S standards are embedded within the project lifecycle from inception to operation. This includes thorough community engagement, aligning with the Voltalia mission.

Key Responsibilities
  • Develop and maintain the E&S management system for Voltalia's projects in line with company and international performance standards requirements.
  • Manage environmental and social aspects of Voltalia's activities in the UK.
  • Supervise E&S consultants carrying out ESIA, RAP, and LRP activities.
  • Develop the E&S management system for Voltalia's projects within the country in line with international and internal standards performance requirements.
  • Coordinate the implementation of the E&S management plans during the development, construction, and operation phases of projects in coordination with the relevant internal departments of Voltalia and its subcontractors.
  • Lead stakeholder engagement activities, including developing and implementing stakeholder engagement plans, handling community feedback, issues, and concerns, and ensuring appropriate escalation and resolution.
  • Work with project managers to identify local supply chains, community leaders, and stakeholders.
  • Work with project managers to help identify opportunities and reputational risks, as well as creating and delivering a strategy for handling risks to positively influence stakeholders to achieve sustainable business outcomes.
  • Support engagement with key external stakeholders, such as local MPs, local councillors, local parish councils, local community members, and local media for major projects.
  • Support coordination of consultation events and activities, ensuring compliance with relevant planning legislation. Build up a network of key internal contacts as well as working closely with colleagues across teams in corporate affairs, communications, and E&S.
  • Engage and communicate with a broad range of internal and external stakeholders, identifying and understanding issues as well as proactively communicating updates related to project development.
Requirements
  • Qualified to postgraduate degree level or relevant professional qualification.
  • A background in Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA).
  • A strong track record and experience in utility-scale UK ground-mounted solar, wind, or energy storage development is essential.
  • Proven track record of managing and delivering energy projects through the consenting regime.
  • Proficiency in all areas of Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, Publisher, and PowerPoint.
Key Skills
  • Positive, 'can-do' attitude.
  • Ability to work in a multicultural business environment.
  • Entrepreneurial mindset.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Commitment to and understanding of the aims, values, principles, policies, and procedures of Voltalia.
  • Commitment to utilizing participatory approaches.
  • Demonstrable ability at report writing and summarizing complex situations.
  • A good understanding and/or knowledge of community cultures, customs, and practices.
  • A good sense of organization and time management.
  • Ability to have difficult conversations.

  • Environmental Sustainability Specialist

    2 weeks ago

    Stonehouse, Plymouth, United Kingdom ZipRecruiter Full time

    Job Title: Environmental Sustainability SpecialistWe are seeking an experienced Environmental Sustainability Specialist to join our team at ZipRecruiter. As a key member of our renewable energy division, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the environmental and social sustainability of our projects.About the Role:The successful candidate will be...

  • Environmental Sustainability Specialist

    2 weeks ago

    Stonehouse, Plymouth, United Kingdom ZipRecruiter Full time

    Job Title: Environmental Sustainability SpecialistWe are seeking an experienced Environmental Sustainability Specialist to join our team at ZipRecruiter. As a key member of our renewable energy division, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the environmental and social sustainability of our projects.About the Role:The successful candidate will be...

  • Environmental and Social Expert

    4 weeks ago

    Stonehouse, Plymouth, United Kingdom Voltalia Full time

    Job Title: Environmental and Social SpecialistVoltalia is seeking an experienced Environmental and Social Specialist to join our UK development team. As an Environmental and Social Specialist, you will play a critical role in ensuring that our projects are developed and operated in a responsible and sustainable manner.Key Responsibilities:Develop and...

  • Environmental and Social Expert

    4 weeks ago

    Stonehouse, Plymouth, United Kingdom Voltalia Full time

    Job Title: Environmental and Social SpecialistVoltalia is seeking an experienced Environmental and Social Specialist to join our UK development team. As an Environmental and Social Specialist, you will play a critical role in ensuring that our projects are developed and operated in a responsible and sustainable manner.Key Responsibilities:Develop and...

  • Environmental Sustainability Specialist

    3 days ago

    Stonehouse, Plymouth, United Kingdom fish4.co - Jobboard Full time

    Job Title: Environmental Sustainability SpecialistLocation: GloucestershireSalary: Competitive Salary (DOE)We are seeking an experienced Environmental Sustainability Specialist to lead our EHS team in developing, maintaining, and improving our Environmental, Health, and Safety written programs. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in...

  • Environmental & Social Specialist M/F

    4 weeks ago

    Stonehouse, Plymouth, United Kingdom Voltalia Full time

    Job Title: Environmental & Social Specialist M/FVoltalia is seeking an experienced Environmental & Social Specialist to join our UK development team. As an Environmental & Social Specialist, you will play a key role in ensuring that our projects are developed and operated in a socially responsible and environmentally sustainable...

  • Environmental & Social Specialist M/F

    4 weeks ago

    Stonehouse, Plymouth, United Kingdom Voltalia Full time

    Job Title: Environmental & Social Specialist M/FVoltalia is seeking an experienced Environmental & Social Specialist to join our UK development team. As an Environmental & Social Specialist, you will play a key role in ensuring that our projects are developed and operated in a socially responsible and environmentally sustainable...

  • Environmental and Social Expert

    1 week ago

    Stonehouse, Plymouth, United Kingdom Voltalia Full time

    Job Title: Environmental and Social SpecialistVoltalia is seeking an experienced Environmental and Social Specialist to join our UK development team. As a key member of our team, you will play a crucial role in ensuring that our projects meet the highest environmental and social standards.Key Responsibilities:Develop and maintain the Environmental and Social...

  • Environmental and Social Expert

    1 week ago

    Stonehouse, Plymouth, United Kingdom Voltalia Full time

    Job Title: Environmental and Social SpecialistVoltalia is seeking an experienced Environmental and Social Specialist to join our UK development team. As a key member of our team, you will play a crucial role in ensuring that our projects meet the highest environmental and social standards.Key Responsibilities:Develop and maintain the Environmental and Social...

  • Environmental and Social Expert

    1 month ago

    Stonehouse, Plymouth, United Kingdom Voltalia Full time

    Job Title: Environmental and Social SpecialistVoltalia is seeking an experienced Environmental and Social Specialist to join our UK development team. As a key member of our team, you will play a crucial role in ensuring that our projects meet the highest environmental and social standards.Key Responsibilities:Develop and maintain the Environmental and Social...

  • Environmental and Social Expert

    1 month ago

    Stonehouse, Plymouth, United Kingdom Voltalia Full time

    Job Title: Environmental and Social SpecialistVoltalia is seeking an experienced Environmental and Social Specialist to join our UK development team. As a key member of our team, you will play a crucial role in ensuring that our projects meet the highest environmental and social standards.Key Responsibilities:Develop and maintain the Environmental and Social...

  • Environmental Sustainability Manager

    3 weeks ago

    Stonehouse, Plymouth, United Kingdom The Recruitment Co. Careers Full time

    Environmental Health & Safety ManagerLocation: StonehouseSalary: £50,000 + BenefitsJob Type: Full-Time, PermanentAbout the Role:The Recruitment Co. Careers is collaborating with a globally recognised brand to recruit a dedicated Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) Manager for their manufacturing site in Stonehouse. This role is pivotal in fostering a safe...

  • Environmental Sustainability Manager

    3 weeks ago

    Stonehouse, Plymouth, United Kingdom The Recruitment Co. Careers Full time

    Environmental Health & Safety ManagerLocation: StonehouseSalary: £50,000 + BenefitsJob Type: Full-Time, PermanentAbout the Role:The Recruitment Co. Careers is collaborating with a globally recognised brand to recruit a dedicated Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) Manager for their manufacturing site in Stonehouse. This role is pivotal in fostering a safe...

  • Environmental Sustainability Manager

    4 weeks ago

    Stonehouse, Plymouth, United Kingdom The Recruitment Co. Careers Full time

    Environmental Health & Safety ManagerLocation: StonehouseSalary: £50,000 + BenefitsJob Type: Full-Time, PermanentAbout the Role:The Recruitment Agency is collaborating with a globally recognised brand to recruit a dedicated Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) Manager for their manufacturing site in Stonehouse. This role is pivotal in fostering a safe...

  • Environmental Sustainability Manager

    4 weeks ago

    Stonehouse, Plymouth, United Kingdom The Recruitment Co. Careers Full time

    Environmental Health & Safety ManagerLocation: StonehouseSalary: £50,000 + BenefitsJob Type: Full-Time, PermanentAbout the Role:The Recruitment Agency is collaborating with a globally recognised brand to recruit a dedicated Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) Manager for their manufacturing site in Stonehouse. This role is pivotal in fostering a safe...

  • Environmental Safety Specialist

    3 days ago

    Stonehouse, Plymouth, United Kingdom https:www.energyjobline.comsitemap Full time

    Job Summary: We are seeking an Environmental Safety Specialist to lead our efforts in creating a safe working environment for all partners, customers, visitors, and contractors. The successful candidate will be responsible for implementing successful environmental and safety programs, coordinating with HSE and local regulations, and building a "safety comes...

  • Environmental Safety Specialist

    1 week ago

    Stonehouse, Plymouth, United Kingdom Schreiber Foods Full time

    Job SummaryThe Environmental, Health and Safety Manager will lead efforts to create a safe working environment for all Schreiber partners, customers, visitors, and outside contractors in the assigned location(s). This role will be responsible for implementing successful environmental and safety programs through coordination of HSE, local regulations, and...

  • Environmental Safety Specialist

    1 week ago

    Stonehouse, Plymouth, United Kingdom Schreiber Foods Full time

    Job SummaryThe Environmental, Health and Safety Manager will lead efforts to create a safe working environment for all Schreiber partners, customers, visitors, and outside contractors in the assigned location(s). This role will be responsible for implementing successful environmental and safety programs through coordination of HSE, local regulations, and...

  • Environmental Safety Specialist

    2 weeks ago

    Stonehouse, Plymouth, United Kingdom Schreiber Foods Full time

    Job SummaryThe Environmental, Health and Safety Manager will lead efforts to create a safe working environment for all Schreiber partners, customers, visitors, and outside contractors in the assigned location(s). This role will be responsible for implementing successful environmental and safety programs through coordination of HSE, local regulations, and...

  • Environmental Safety Specialist

    2 weeks ago

    Stonehouse, Plymouth, United Kingdom Schreiber Foods Full time

    Job SummaryThe Environmental, Health and Safety Manager will lead efforts to create a safe working environment for all Schreiber partners, customers, visitors, and outside contractors in the assigned location(s). This role will be responsible for implementing successful environmental and safety programs through coordination of HSE, local regulations, and...