Operations Compliance Advisor in Slough

We are hiring a Sustainability Analyst to support energy, carbon, and environmental performance across one of the UK’s largest data centre portfolios.

What you’ll be doing:

• Collate and interpret environmental data to support risk assessments.
• Manage data queries and produce clear data summaries to inform decision‑making.
• Review monitoring requirements to ensure evidence‑led and data‑driven decisions.
• Support carbon accounting by gathering, validating, and analysing Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions data in line with the Greenhouse Gas Protocol, ISO 14001, and ISO 50001 frameworks.
• Track and model key energy and water efficiency metrics, including PUE, WUE, and cooling performance, using global platforms such as Excel and Power BI.
• Support compliance activities, like mandatory reporting, disclosures, and environmental permit requirements across multiple live data centre sites.
• Collaborate with electrical, mechanical, and construction engineering teams to identify and drive carbon reduction opportunities.
• Support budget management for the region.

What we’re looking for:

• Degree in Sustainability, Environmental Science, Engineering, Data Analytics or a related STEM field.
• Excel skills, with exposure to tools like Power BI, SQL or carbon accounting platforms (nice‑to‑have).
• Interest or basic understanding of data centre infrastructure (power, cooling, generators) and efficiency metrics (PUE/WUE).
• Ability to work with and analyse large datasets (academic or internship experience is sufficient).
• Strong communication skills – able to turn complex data into clear insights and presentations for stakeholders.
• Highly organised, proactive, and comfortable managing multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment with impact.
• Problem‑solver mindset with the ability to identify risks, optimise processes, and support data‑driven decision making.
• Building a UK network which needs site travel abilities.

Benefits:

• Kick‑start your career in energy & sustainability at a global leader in digital infrastructure.
• Gain hands‑on experience across carbon reporting, energy optimisation, and environmental compliance.
• From day one you’ll apply your academic knowledge in a real‑world environment, working with live data, advanced tools, and industry experts.
• With exposure to international teams, UK site operations, and Net Zero initiatives at scale, this role provides a strong foundation to grow into more advanced sustainability, energy, or operations roles.

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