Full job descriptionDescription and requirementsAt Skanska, we’re shaping the way we live, work and connect. As one of the world’s largest construction and development companies, we work together with customers, communities and partners to shape a better society.
You will be working within the Building Services Operating Unit (OU) based in West Malling, where we are responsible for creating healthy workplaces, comfortable homes, and efficient facilities that improve people’s lives. Through collaboration and innovation, we deliver high-quality solutions that make a lasting, positive impact on people and communities. In this role, you will support and assist the OU Environmental Sustainability Manager in delivering the Skanska UK and OU sustainability strategies, objectives, and targets.
We are currently looking for a Environmental Advisor who will support local authority facilities management contract. The role will support teams in their delivery of environmental legislative and contractual requirements, in line with Skanska’s and the clients’ standards, managing environmental risk and maximising opportunity and assisting with H&S compliance.
As the Environmental Advisor, you will:
*Support delivery of Skanska UK Sustainability Strategy.
*Manage compliance across facilities management contracts including inspections, audits, performance reporting and investigation and close out of incidents.
*Provide guidance, advice and steer on environmental policy and legislation, SUK/EF/OU environmental and carbon strategy, and customer requirements.
*Assist projects on the delivery of the internal Carbon Management System (CMS).
*Support operational teams and subcontractors in identifying environmental risks and in embedding environmental management controls into projects and activities.
*Develop, maintain, implement and coordinate the review of all Environmental Management System (EMS) documentation at project/contract level.
We are looking for:
*Degree level and/or relevant (+3 years) experience in appropriate environmental discipline.
*Knowledge of environmental legislation and practical knowledge of waste management
*Experience in the Building Services sector, including facilities management and/or construction sector is desriable.
*Experience of working closely with teams, contractors, clients, and other key stakeholders
*Knowledge and experience of collating, monitoring, and reporting environmental data
What we offer:
*24/7 digital GP service for you and your family
*Financial wellbeing and employee assistance
*Professional development
*Enhanced family benefits (including maternity, paternity,dependants and parental bereavement leave)
Inclusion and Diversity
We thrive through embracing differences as we know that diversity opens a rich potential for new ways of thinking, helping us to build successful and high-performing teams. We call it The Skanska Way.
Flexible working
Where possible, we offer a range of flexible working options, and we would be happy to discuss this at the application stage if this is something you’d like to explore.
Reasonable adjustments
We want you to feel confident and supported throughout every stage of our recruitment process. If you need any adjustments to help you during your application, please contact us at or call - Option 5 & 1.
Closing date
We encourage you to apply as early as possible, as the closing date may be subject to change.
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