Water and Land Use Advisor in Chipping Sodbury

Heidelberg Materials UK (formerly Hanson UK) is one of the UK’s largest suppliers of construction materials, employing over 4,000 people and operating around 300 manufacturing sites in the UK. We are committed to building a more sustainable future and recognise that a diverse workforce is vital to our growth and advancement.

Role Overview

As Water & Land Advisor, you’ll be the business’s expert on environmental compliance and sustainability strategy, ensuring we not only meet regulatory expectations but stay ahead of them. You will influence decision‑making across multiple business lines, driving real impact on how we manage natural resources, protect ecosystems and deliver against ambitious sustainability targets.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead on water management and regulatory compliance across all UK sites, ensuring full alignment with EA, NRW and legislative requirements.
• Provide expert guidance on emerging environmental legislation and translate change into action across the business.
• Drive improvements in biodiversity, land use and natural capital, supporting the delivery of sustainability commitments.
• Partner with operational, SHE and LMR teams to ensure consistent, practical compliance across the business.
• Represent Heidelberg Materials UK externally, influencing and contributing to key industry groups such as the MPA.

What You’ll Be Driving

• Strong, compliant and future‑ready water management practices.
• Measurable progress against sustainability targets across water, land use and biodiversity.
• Effective response to evolving areas such as biodiversity net gain, carbon, flood risk and natural capital.
• Robust reporting, data management and governance for environmental performance.
• A culture where sustainability is embedded in operational decision‑making.

What You Bring

• Experience within the minerals, construction or a similar regulated industry.
• Strong knowledge of the UK environmental regulatory framework.
• Expertise across water, biodiversity and land use sustainability topics.
• Experience with ISO14001 or environmental management systems.
• Ability to interpret legislation and translate it into practical business action.
• Confidence engaging with regulators, stakeholders and industry bodies.
• A proactive, solutions‑focused approach with strong communication skills.

Why Join Us?

• Play a key role in delivering industry‑leading sustainability initiatives.
• Influence environmental performance across a national footprint.
• Be part of a business committed to responsible resource management and innovation.
• Work at the cutting edge of regulatory change and sustainable development.

Rewards & Benefits

• Competitive Package: Salary, bonus incentives, generous pension and life assurance.
• Work‑Life Balance: 27 days holiday (plus bank holidays), flexible working, holiday purchase and sabbatical options.
• Family‑Friendly Policies: Enhanced support for maternity, paternity, adoption, IVF, neonatal care and menopause.
• Inclusive Culture: Paid volunteering day and active employee communities (LGBTQ+, Women in STEM, Armed Forces and more).
• Wellbeing & Development: Employee Assistance Programme, retail discounts and continuous learning opportunities.
• Additional recognitions: 5% Club (Platinum), Mates in Mind, STEM Ambassador, MPQC Member and more.

Commitment to Equality and Inclusion

Heidelberg Materials is an equal opportunities employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We encourage applications from all backgrounds and provide reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities throughout the recruitment process.