Graduate Environmentalist and Sustainability Advisor

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Full time
Location: Glasgow
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Job offered by: Amey
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Category:
We are excited to offer a fantastic opportunity for an Environmental and Sustainability Advisor Graduate to join our dynamic HSEQ team.

Job Title:

Environmental and Sustainability Advisor Graduate

Starting Salary: £28,500 (subject to 2025 review)

Working Hours:

Mon -Fri, 9am - 5pm (Hybrid - 2 days in the office)

Location:

G5 0HD, 150 Polmadie Rd, Glasgow

What You'll Do:

The Environment and Sustainability Graduate will be fully involved at the operational level, making an impact in environment and sustainability, helping to drive change to ensure we meet the Amey Group and Client environment and sustainability goals, making our highways and rail activities future proof.

Embodying a collaborative approach, working with environment, carbon and sustainability professionals across Amey and others (including Clients, our key partners and Supply Chain members) to deliver: Zero Carbon Solutions, Nature Based Solutions and Compliant, Resilient & Industry Best Practice Solutions across our value chain, helping reduce the environmental impact of our construction, operation and maintenance activities. Providing environmental advice and support to operational team members, helping to transfer knowledge and improve individual understanding. Working with other Health, Safety, Environment and Quality professionals to provide assurance to operate within the highways and rail domain: reviewing and briefing changes in law and standards. ensuring environmental and social issues are identified and factored into the decision-making processes; developing, reviewing and revising appropriate policies and procedures. working with operational team members to identify environmental risks and opportunities, improving understanding of how our activities interact with the environment and determine effective operational control measures to mitigate significant impacts, including in the event of an emergency, as well as in a changing climate. Supporting development of effective environmental and carbon management plans. Undertaking environmental permission applications (authorised waste, consents to discharge/abstract). determining competence and awareness requirements, providing briefings and training as necessary. monitoring compliance, undertaking inspections and audits. undertaking environmental performance monitoring, analysis and evaluation, writing reports and making recommendations to our business leaders to drive continual improvement. undertaking investigations into events with the potential for or that have caused pollution or damage to environmental assets. maintaining ISO 14001 certification of our integrated management systems. Active participation in industry associations, groups and initiatives. Championing best practice and innovation to deliver operational excellence. Provide Work Winning support. Why Join Us?

At Amey, we don't just offer jobs, we offer opportunities to build fulfilling careers. As one of the top 1% of employers recognised by Investors in People, we are committed to your professional growth and wellbeing. Here's what you can expect when you join our team:

Career Growth:

Propel your career with clear, dynamic advancement opportunities into a permanent role. Personal Development Opportunities:

Advance your personal growth through mentorship and access to our award-winning programs like our Leadership Development, Women@Amey, and Multicultural Leadership programs. Pension:

Benefit from a generous pension scheme with company contributions for your future peace of mind. Holidays:

Enjoy at least 24 days of holiday plus bank holidays, and the opportunity to buy further 5 days! Giving you plenty of time to relax and recharge. Flexible Benefits:

Customise your benefits package with options like additional leave, cycle-to-work schemes, charitable giving, and gym memberships. Exclusive Discounts:

Access our online portal filled with discounts from leading retailers, healthcare services, and more, helping you save on the things that matter. Social Impact:

Take part in our community initiatives with 2x paid volunteering days a year, plus other opportunities to support fundraising and local projects. What You'll Bring:

Qualifications Graduate of a University Environmental Programme e.g. bachelor's degree or master's in relevant field such as Ecology, Environment, sustainability or engineering. A Full UK driving License. Experience None required. If you're ready to make a meaningful impact on our business and contribute to a shared, sustainable future, we invite you to join us in advancing our strategy and driving positive change.

Application Guidance

At Amey, we value a culture of diversity and inclusion. We encourage applications from individuals who are passionate about making a positive impact, no matter their background, gender, race, or personal circumstances. We believe everyone deserves the opportunity to shine.

As a Disability Confident leader, we're proud to offer applicants with a disability an interview if they meet the minimum requirements for the role.

If you have any questions or need any adjustments during the recruitment process, don't hesitate to reach out to Jude Palomeras, our recruiter for this role, at jude.palomeras@amey.co.uk.

If interested, please submit your application as early as possible. #J-18808-Ljbffr

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