At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead environmental strategy and drive sustainable change across multiple manufacturing sites.
- Company: Join a forward-thinking food manufacturing organisation committed to sustainability.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, car allowance, excellent benefits, and a supportive culture.
- Other info: Grow your career in an inclusive environment where you can truly make a difference.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on the journey towards net zero and improve environmental performance.
- Qualifications: Experience in environmental management, ISO 14001, and carbon accounting required.
The predicted salary is between 67500 - 82500 £ per year.
Are you passionate about driving sustainable change in a complex manufacturing environment? Would you like to shape an organisation's journey towards net zero and have a tangible impact on environmental performance?
We are looking for an experienced Group Environmental Manager to take ownership of environmental strategy, compliance and improvement across a large manufacturing network. You will work across multiple sites, partnering with site leadership and senior stakeholders to raise environmental standards, strengthen governance and deliver measurable improvements across energy, carbon, waste, water and resource efficiency.
The successful candidate will:
- Lead the Group's environmental strategy, governance and ISO 14001 management system across multiple manufacturing sites.
- Own environmental compliance and regulatory relationships, working with site teams, auditors, the Environment Agency and other external stakeholders.
- Develop carbon reporting and reduction programmes, including Scope 1, 2 and 3 emissions, and lead the Group's Net Zero and decarbonisation roadmap.
- Drive improvements across energy, waste, water and resource efficiency, supporting capital projects and building the business case for environmental investment.
- Lead environmental performance reporting, ESG requirements and best-practice sharing, using data and KPIs to improve capability and performance across the Group.
What we're looking for:
- Strong experience leading environmental performance across a multi-site manufacturing business.
- Proven experience with ISO 14001, environmental management systems and audit.
- Practical experience with carbon accounting and Scope 1, 2 and 3 emissions.
- A track record of delivering measurable improvements across areas such as energy, waste, water, emissions and resource efficiency.
- Strong analytical skills, with the ability to turn environmental data into clear business actions.
- A relevant degree or environmental qualification.
Join a forward-thinking organisation committed to safety, sustainability, and diversity. Grow your career in a supportive, inclusive culture where you can truly make a difference.
Group Environmental Manager employer: Irwin & Colton
Irwin & Colton is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work culture that prioritises safety and compliance while fostering employee growth and development. Located in South Wales, the company provides unique opportunities to engage with major hazard industries, ensuring that employees can make a meaningful impact on safety culture and operational excellence. With a commitment to continuous improvement and a supportive leadership team, this role is perfect for those looking to advance their careers in a rewarding environment.
