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Job Title: Environmental Advisor

Reporting to: SHEQ Manager

Role purpose

Responsibilities & Duties

Including but not limited to the following:

• Support environmental and sustainability activities for projects and the business.

• Collate environmental and sustainability data from across the business to meet internal and client requirements.

• Assist the Environment and Sustainability Manager in liaising with clients, regulatory bodies, and subcontractors on environmental management and sustainability matters.

• Provide support to operations and design teams on compliance and project-specific mitigation measures, including pollution control and environmental protection.

• Assist with the production of internal and external reports, e.g., case studies, environmental & sustainability performance.

• Undertake other related duties as directed by the Line Manager.

• Create and maintain a safe working environment, taking responsibility for the Health & Safety of yourself, colleagues, and others; actively promote SAFEchecks to assist continual improvement.

• Lead by example and embed a positive culture, managing employees reporting to you to ensure compliance with policies, procedures, regulations, and codes of practice.

• Cooperate with the Project Engineer and Project Manager to plan and monitor works, update site staff on planned works, and report progress against targets.

• Allocate and coordinate site resources including Omexom staff, sub-contractors, materials, and equipment, considering authority, training/experience, and competence.

• Ensure risk assessments are carried out daily and that conditions and methods of work are safe.

• Conduct setting-to-work briefings and ensure working parties have access to relevant information and instructions.

• Ensure works are carried out in accordance with all relevant SHEQ drawings, schedules, processes, and methods, and maintain accurate records.

• Ensure safe operation and storage of plant, tools, and equipment on site, including checks, tests, inspections, and certifications.

• Ensure incident and near-miss reporting requirements are met and assist with investigations.

• Supervise trainees with suitably experienced staff and assist in continual development of all staff.

Ecological & Environmental Tasks

• Undertake field surveys for European protected species (badgers, otters, bats, water voles, etc.).

• Conduct Phase 1 and UK habitat surveys.

• Carry out nesting bird checks and understand Schedule 1 birds.

• Deliver training and toolbox talks on ecological best practices.

• Assist with obtaining and managing protected species licenses when required.

• Monitor compliance of works and advise on peat management.

• Advise on implementation of environmental mitigation.

• Advise on water management and quality, construction techniques, and habitat enhancement/restoration (BNG).

• Use Geographical Information System (GIS) software proficiently.

• Review and comment on client works information.

• Liaise with stakeholders and legislative bodies (e.g., NatureScot).

• Retain records of project environmental compliance.

• Assist with discharge of consent conditions.

• Review RAMS and work permits.

• Support compliance with Omexom ISO14001 management system.

Key interfaces

• Relationships with key stakeholders:

• Business Unit General Managers

• Client Representatives

• Project Managers

• External stakeholders, e.g. client, authorities

Person Specification

• Educated to degree level in Environmental Science, Environmental Management, Sustainability, or equivalent.

• Knowledge (and ideally some experience) of environmental legislation, ecological mitigation, and sustainability practices.

• Understanding of the construction operating environment.

• Membership of an Environmental Body (e.g., IES, IEMA, CIEEM).

• Positive and pro-active approach to safety of self and colleagues.

• Ability to plan ahead, prioritise workloads, and respond quickly to changing situations.

• Effective leadership skills to achieve employee engagement and customer satisfaction.

• Ability to work outdoors in a site environment in all weather conditions.

Qualifications and experience

• Full UK Driving Licence

• CSCS Card

• Degree in Ecology / Environmental Management

• Membership of AECoW, CIEEM, IEMA, or similar

• Personal ecological licence holder (beneficial)

Values

In line with Omexom’s values, the jobholder must have the following qualities:

Team Spirit & Generosity – able to work effectively within and contribute to the Omexom team to deliver results, provide support and drive performance.

Trust and Empowerment – enjoy managing their responsibilities and time to ensure work is completed efficiently and professionally.

Integrity and Responsibility – enjoy taking responsibility for their duties and managing these effectively to ensure efficient high quality results.

Innovation & Entrepreneurship – continually strive to improve processes and introduce new initiatives to improve efficiency.