At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead environmental and sustainability initiatives, focusing on Carbon Net Zero and compliance.
- Company: Core Highways, a leader in traffic management with a people-first culture.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, generous holiday, pension scheme, and wellbeing support.
- Other info: Join a diverse team committed to inclusivity and personal development.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on sustainability while working remotely across England and Wales.
- Qualifications: Experience in environmental performance, knowledge of carbon management, and SHEQ responsibilities.
The predicted salary is between 50000 - 53000 £ per year.
Core Highways are a leading provider of temporary traffic management, barrier solutions and events signage. People are the heart of our business. We recognise each and every individual’s value and commitment and we know that the success of our business is only made possible by the drive and enthusiasm of our people. As a nationwide business, we have a number of fulfilling roles and we're often looking to expand our teams as we continue to grow.
This is a remote role covering all of our operations in England and Wales and will also cover the SHEQ requirements for our South East region.
The Role:To lead on Group environmental and sustainability performance and compliance initiatives with a particular focus on leading our existing Carbon Net Zero plan across the Group and to support continual improvement in our environmental and sustainability activity through measurement and monitoring. This role is also responsible for covering the company’s SHEQ responsibilities for our 5 depots in the South East.
Responsible for:- Leading on Group environmental and sustainability performance to maintain legal compliance, meet statutory reporting obligations and drive the Group Carbon Net Zero plan.
- Engaging with business leaders and managers to lead our operational environmental and sustainability agenda including carbon reduction strategy and continued certification to ISO 14001 and other SSIP.
- Ensuring central records of all environmental and sustainability activity are accurate and complete.
- Supporting our win work community and the wider business in tender responses and the creation of positive environmental and sustainability case studies.
- Taking ownership of the company’s SHEQ responsibilities across our 5 depots in the South East.
- Previous experience of hands-on responsibility for environmental and sustainability performance and compliance on a national scale.
- Extensive knowledge of Carbon Management including relevant legislation and reporting.
- Membership of IEMA would be beneficial.
- The role will require travel across the South East and occasionally nationwide and therefore a driving licence and flexibility to meet business demands is essential.
- IOSH and NEBOSH qualifications desirable.
- SHEQ Experience in a multi depot or similar environment.
- Competitive Salary of £50,000-£53,000 per annum.
- Pension scheme.
- Life assurance.
- 33 days holiday per year – Inclusive of bank holidays.
- Enhanced Maternity Pay.
- Online GP Services.
- Free Mortgage Advice.
- Employee Health Plans.
- Employee Assistance Program – providing free 24/7, professional and confidential advice on any issue both personal and work related.
- Free Wellbeing App – access to the latest in wellbeing support for example, virtual fitness programs, help to stop smoking etc.
We are an equal opportunities employer and are proud to be signatories to the Care Leavers Covenant and the Armed Forces Covenant. As a Disability Confident Employer, we recognise that everybody is different and strive to harness those differences to create an inclusive environment where individuals feel valued, their talents are recognised and they are given every opportunity to develop their full potential.
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Environmental and Sustainability Lead employer: Core Highways
Core Highways is an exceptional employer that prioritises the well-being and development of its employees, offering a competitive salary alongside a comprehensive benefits package including 33 days of holiday, enhanced maternity pay, and access to health and wellbeing resources. With a strong commitment to sustainability and environmental performance, this remote role allows you to make a meaningful impact across England and Wales while being part of a supportive and inclusive work culture that values diversity and encourages personal growth.
