Environmental Engineer

Social network you want to login/join with: Reports to: Environmental Manager About the Role We’re looking for an Environment & Permitting Engineer to join our SHEQ Compliance team. This critical role will ensure that all environmental regulations and permitting requirements are met, supporting operations at an upper-tier COMAH establishment. As a truly green business, we don’t just comply with environmental legislation—we strive to go beyond it, embedding sustainability at the core of everything we do. Key Responsibilities As an Environmental & Permitting Engineer, you will: Manage Environmental Permitting & Compliance: Prepare and assess applications for EPR and PPC permits, ensuring all regulatory requirements are met. Support COMAH Compliance: Ensure adherence to environmental obligations related to being an upper-tier COMAH operator. Deliver Regulatory Requirements: Support ESOS compliance, carbon trading programs, and refine ISO 14001 and IATF systems. Develop & Implement Environmental Policies: Lead the implementation of EHS UK policies, ensuring best environmental management practices. Incident Management: Ensure all environmental accidents and incidents are documented, investigated, and improvements are tracked to completion. Occupational Hygiene Support: Work closely with Occupational Hygiene teams to maintain a safe working environment. Regulatory Liaison: Engage with enforcement agencies and regulatory bodies to ensure compliance and conduct audits as necessary. Performance Reporting: Provide environmental performance data and reports to support strategic improvements. Training & Awareness: Implement and assist in developing an environmental training strategy to enhance compliance and sustainability knowledge. Pollution Control & Waste Management: Coordinate waste management, pollution control, and recycling initiatives, reinforcing our commitment to sustainability. Qualifications & Experience To succeed in this role, you’ll need: A degree in Environmental Science, Health & Safety, Engineering, or a related field. Advanced-level Health & Safety qualifications from an accredited body (e.g., NEBOSH, IOSH). Experience maintaining, developing, and auditing Quality Management Systems (ISO 9001 preferred). A deep understanding of environmental legislation, formal risk assessment techniques, and compliance requirements. Expertise in ISO 14001 and ensuring relevant standards align with operational activities. Familiarity with British & European environmental regulations, including EA permitting. Strong problem-solving abilities, with experience in conducting environmental audits. Experience managing pollution control, waste management, and environmental health policies. Proficiency in MS applications, MS Project, and AutoCAD. A self-starter mentality, with excellent communication and leadership skills. #J-18808-Ljbffr