Environment and Sustainability lead

2 months ago

Leiston, United Kingdom EDF Full time

Are you looking for a career which is rewarding, at the cutting edge of project development and where you can really make a difference? Come and join our expanding Sizewell C (SZC) team and work on one of the most exciting and largest megaprojects in the UK, whilst being at the forefront of the UK’s climate change agenda and energy policy. Following on from the success of Hinkley Point C (HPC), the SZC Project is a nuclear new build project in Suffolk, which has obtained planning approval and Government financing support. The project has started construction and is now seeking private investment. When completed, it will provide dependable electricity to 6 million homes for 60 years, which along with renewables, will support Britain to achieve Net Zero by 2050.


We Are Hiring: Environment and Sustainability Lead

As the Environment and Sustainability Lead, you will oversee the delivery of environmental and sustainable solutions across our contractor partners at Sizewell C. This role is pivotal in ensuring our project meets its environmental commitments and sustainability goals.

What You'll Do

Develop and implement procedures to ensure compliance with environmental commitments and conditions. Manage significant environmental aspects of the project, minimizing risks to personnel and the environment. Integrate environmental requirements into service contracts and evaluate bids. Ensure all service providers comply with environmental management procedures. Lead a team of Environmental Advisors, conducting regular inspections and performance reviews. Support the Environmental and Sustainability Manager in meetings with regulators and local authorities. Provide guidance on environmental matters to SZC staff, contractors, and consultants. Engage with stakeholders including the Local Planning Authority and the Environment Agency.

Skills and Knowledge

In-depth understanding of environmental regulations related to construction sites. Strong organizational skills and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Proactive and able to maintain confidentiality with sensitive information. A thorough understanding of management arrangements implementation.

Qualifications and Experience

Degree in a related discipline (Advantageous) Experience in delivering environmental and sustainable solutions on large construction projects. Familiarity with construction activities and standards. Experience working with regulators, planning authorities, and public bodies. Knowledge of environmental legislation and standards for large construction projects, with nuclear industry knowledge being a plus.

A full job description is available on application. 

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Power in Diversity

Sizewell C is a great place to work, where everyone is welcome.

To fulfil our commitment of doing the power of good for Britain, our ambition is to have a workforce which reflects and benefits the society we are part of and serve. Every worker on SZC, wherever they are, should help to create and experience the right environment where everyone on the team understands, respects and embraces diversity with a culture where everyone is treated with equal respect and are all given equal access to opportunities. By valuing the different points of view and experiences that having a diverse team brings, and by fostering an inclusive climate, we will create a great place to work and a more successful project. 

We create the right environment where people feel able to bring their whole selves to work. Whilst working together there is mutual trust and appreciation created through the building of meaningful relationships with one another, aligned with our key values:

Respect: Value the rules and environment in which we operate

Positivity: Positively challenge poor quality and performance

Humility: Be open to other’s points of view and ideas, be willing to debate and to compromise

Solidarity: One team, working closely together and helping each other

Clarity: Communicate clearly and consistently

Everyone is able to get the most from their work and the workplace, and in return, give their best.

Competitive Salary and Benefits

We’re dedicated to offering flexible benefits that support our people across all aspects of their lives and we’re delighted to offer a range of benefits to support our employees’ physical, emotional and financial wellbeing. 

In addition to a competitive salary, we offer a market-leading company pension scheme, paid holidays and a range of flexible benefits, such as: a company incentive bonus plan, health cover, cycle to work scheme, discounts and employee pricing.


Please let us know if you’d like to discuss flexible working arrangements by highlighting this on your application.

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