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Head of Environmental Compliance
Head of Environmental Compliance
Head of Environmental Compliance
Posted 15 July by
Climate17
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Head of Environmental Compliance
Climate17 is pleased to be working with the largest UK owner/operator of flexible power plants, who since 2017 have become a leading energy company with numerous sites across the UK, covering flexible generation, battery energy storage, solar, hydrogen and stability services.
There is a need to hire an experienced Head of Environmental Compliance to join their team, this is a lead role with responsibility to ensure environmental compliance is adhered to across the portfolio of sites. Whilst working remotely you will be required to travel to sites to maintain UK-ETS permits and procedures for all new and existing sites during all phases of development and operation.
The Role
Would suit a self-starter who is looking for a new challenge in their career, able to juggle multiple projects, whilst maintaining robust environmental management and compliance practices. This role reports directly to the General Counsel, has the support of an Environmental Assistant and can be based anywhere in the UK.
Tasks include:
Requirements
Please apply to this role if you are passionate about the environment and want to work with an ambitious organisation who are providing essential power services to the National Grid and make a positive contribution helping the UK to achieve if’s net zero targets.
About us
Climate17 is a purpose-led, international Renewable Energy & Sustainability recruitment firm. We provide specialist talent acquisition services to organisations seeking to reduce their environmental footprint, as well as those working towards the decarbonisation of the energy sector.
Inclusive Application Process
Climate17 is committed to creating a diverse, inclusive and equitable workplace. We believe there is no solution to climate change without people. We aim to increase diversity across all areas and as such, we are committed to partnering with clients and candidates to create an inclusive and sustainable regenerative world. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of their ethnicity, race, gender, religious beliefs, sexual orientation, age, or whether or not they have a disability. If you require additional support, equipment or resources in order to participate in the job application or interview process, please let us know.
Climate17 is pleased to be working with the largest UK owner/operator of flexible power plants, who since 2017 have become a leading energy company with numerous sites across the UK, covering flexible generation, battery energy storage, solar, hydrogen and stability services.
There is a need to hire an experienced Head of Environmental Compliance to join their team, this is a lead role with responsibility to ensure environmental compliance is adhered to across the portfolio of sites. Whilst working remotely you will be required to travel to sites to maintain UK-ETS permits and procedures for all new and existing sites during all phases of development and operation.
The Role
Would suit a self-starter who is looking for a new challenge in their career, able to juggle multiple projects, whilst maintaining robust environmental management and compliance practices. This role reports directly to the General Counsel, has the support of an Environmental Assistant and can be based anywhere in the UK.
Tasks include:
- Accountability for managing statutory environmental permit requirements for emissions monitoring and reporting, working closely with key internal stakeholders on all environmental matters
- Input into the company’s energy portfolio carbon reporting procedures (ESOS, ISO 50001 etc)
- Develop long-term relationships with environmental regulators and third-party consultants.
- Be the internal expert on environmental legislation and regulation, and drive environmental awareness throughout the business
- Act as company representative at workshops, industry forums and working groups.
- Carry out internal environmental auditing and host regulator audit at sites.
- Responsible for assessing, updating and responding to changes in environmental legislation.
Requirements
- A degree in a relevant field and membership of a relevant professional body is required.
- Proven experience in environmental management and compliance practices.
- Previously managed environmental permitting, including: MCPD, specific generators, flood risk.
- Knowledgeable of low carbon technologies and renewable energy technologies.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Can understand and translate technical concepts to a wide audience
- Travel to sites is a necessity of this role, therefore own transport is essential with occasional overnight stays.
Please apply to this role if you are passionate about the environment and want to work with an ambitious organisation who are providing essential power services to the National Grid and make a positive contribution helping the UK to achieve if’s net zero targets.
About us
Climate17 is a purpose-led, international Renewable Energy & Sustainability recruitment firm. We provide specialist talent acquisition services to organisations seeking to reduce their environmental footprint, as well as those working towards the decarbonisation of the energy sector.
Inclusive Application Process
Climate17 is committed to creating a diverse, inclusive and equitable workplace. We believe there is no solution to climate change without people. We aim to increase diversity across all areas and as such, we are committed to partnering with clients and candidates to create an inclusive and sustainable regenerative world. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of their ethnicity, race, gender, religious beliefs, sexual orientation, age, or whether or not they have a disability. If you require additional support, equipment or resources in order to participate in the job application or interview process, please let us know.
Reference: 53090855
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