Environmental Sustainability Specialist

1 day ago


Durham, Durham, United Kingdom Northumbrian Water Full time

About the Role:

We are seeking an experienced Environmental Sustainability Specialist to join our Sustainability team. In this role, you will play a key part in ensuring robust environmental reporting and accreditation processes.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Manage and analyse data to track progress on delivery of the Environment strategy
  • Conduct research on sustainability frameworks and collect data for business-approved frameworks
  • Prepare reports and presentations to provide regular updates on the Environment strategy and ESG obligations
  • Maintain an internal audit program to ensure ISO14001 accreditation

About You:

To be successful in this role, you should have proven experience of developing and managing reporting programmes, interpreting environmental data, and engaging with diverse stakeholders. Excellent communication skills are essential, as well as the ability to produce high-quality communications in various formats.

What We Offer:

  • A competitive salary up to £34,879 depending on experience
  • A generous holiday entitlement starting at 23 days plus bank holidays and additional time off on Christmas Eve and New Year's Eve
  • Company pension scheme with double matching contributions up to 10%
  • Free access to local attractions and a fantastic discount scheme
  • Award-winning wellbeing support including digital GP services and financial education

Please note that a full UK driving licence is required for this role.



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