ENVIRONMENTAL ASSOCIATE

4 weeks ago

Edinburgh, United Kingdom EDP Energias de Portugal S.A. Full time

EDP Renewables is a global leader in the renewable energy sector and the fourth-largest wind energy producer. With a sound development pipeline, first-class assets, and market-leading operating capacity, EDPR has undergone exceptional development in recent years and is currently present in 28 markets.

 

Our company is part of EDP, a global energy group present in around 30 markets with a particular emphasis on renewable energies. With more than 45 years of experience, we have been consolidating a relevant presence on the world energy scene based on the commitment to be all-green by 2030, leading the energy transition. With more than 13,000 employees around the world, we are committed to using our energy and heart to drive a better tomorrow.

 

Mission

 

The Environmental Associate will be responsible for improving the UK’s environmental performance across all project stages by ensuring compliance with company policies, management systems and environmental regulations.

 

This role involves supporting project teams with environmental activities, overseeing compliance during construction, collaborating with operational teams to manage environmental requirements, and coordinating with external stakeholders. The Environmental Associate will drive continual improvement initiatives, implement environmental plans effectively, and manage documentation to support the company’s commitment to promoting the environment and ensuring legal compliance.

 

Main Accountabilities

 

DEVELOPMENT STAGE - Support environmental viability assessments of potential sites and provide support to the project team to ensure compliance with the environmental regulations as a project progresses through its environmental assessments.

 

CONSTRUCTION STAGE – Oversee environmental compliance throughout the entire construction phase of all projects, from start to finish, to ensure adherence to environmental specifications identified in the environmental management plans and those defined by the regulations.

 

OPERATIONAL STAGE- collaborate with the O&M team and contractors to ensure effective management of the installation’s environmental requirements and in compliance with the procedures set out in the Environmental Plans and Environmental Management System.

 

  1. IMPLEMENTATION OF THE ENVIRONMENTAL PLAN - implementing the environmental plans with the use of the appropriate knowledge to ensure compliance and proper execution by the EDPR Company’s employees as well as by the external suppliers/consultants.

 

  1. CONSULTANTS – When an Environmental Associate is responsible for appointing consultants or suppliers directly, they must coordinate the scope of work to ensure the delivery objectives are met in terms of both deadlines and quality. Environmental Associates typically are involved with appointing consultants to support Due Diligence, pre-construction / construction environmental management, and environmental activities within the Operational Stage.

 

  1. COORDINATION OF THE COMPANY'S ENVIRONMENTAL POLICY – Collaborate with EDPR’s environmental corporate team to implement and execute actions that ensure compliance with the environmental policy and environmental strategy.

 

  1. DOCUMENTATION – Support managing, and control of documents associated with environmental activities.

 

  1. COMPANY’S POLICY AND LEGAL FULFILMENT - Ensure that environmental plans are applied effectively during the project and in line with EDPRs company policies and legal requirements.

 

  1. ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT SYSTEM Implementing the requirements of ISO 14001 Standard in all the operational facilities according to the procedures approved and coordinating the activities related to the EMS.

 

Required Profile

 

  1. ACADEMIC LEVEL
  • Environmental-related degree or qualification.
  • Certifications may be advantageous.

 

  1. REQUIRED PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
  • 3 years in environmental management-related jobs with experience in renewables.

 

  1. SPECIFIC KNOWLEDGE
  • Knowledge of Environmental Regulations.
  • Data Management and Reporting.
  • Environmental matters throughout the lifecycle of the project (from origination to operation).
  • Environmental Management practices.

 

  1. LANGUAGES
  • English

 

  1. SKILLS / COMPETENCES
  • Good communication skills with the ability to collaborate with other teams.
  • Organisational skills.
  • Attention to detail.

 

 

Equal opportunities for all
Our vision is that each person combines their unique characteristics and experiences to fulfill our mission of creating new energy for the planet. We are an inclusive employer, ensuring all candidates are treated fairly throughout the recruitment process. We welcome and value all people, and we are committed to fostering a sense of belonging for each person who is part of the EDP group.

 

Need more reasons to apply?
As a top employer we:
Empower our employees through a positive and innovative work environment that promotes collaboration and agile decision-making;
Respect and value each person, providing a flexible, healthy, and inclusive workplace with a range of attractive benefits;
Provide a meaningful work experience and prepare our people for future challenges through different opportunities for development and internal mobility;

 

Our efforts have resulted in several distinctions over time, highlighting the EDP group's strong positioning and its dedication and commitment to attracting and retaining the best talent:
Top employer certification by Top Employers Institute
Part of the Bloomberg Gender-Equality Index
Global certification as a family-responsible company by Fundación Másfamília
Top 100 Workplaces by Houston Chronicle

 

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