Environmental Manager in Gravesend

Gravesend - Kent

Talented people are the key to our success. Would you like to work for an inclusive and collaborative company which is also one of the most successful within the UK infrastructure industry? We are looking for a motivated and ambitious Environmental Manager to join our team on the Great Grid Update Framework, supporting the delivery of a range of exciting schemes. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who is keen to further develop their skills and take on increasing levels of responsibility.

Role Responsibilities

• Deliver environmental advice and guidance at all levels to minimise risk to the company.
• Assist with developing and implementing environmental elements of the Integrated Management System (IMS), including documentation to maintain ISO14001 certification.
• Support the development of environmental strategy and management action plans aligned with corporate requirements.
• Lead and conduct inspections, audits, and investigations; report findings and implement improvements.
• Collaborate with the Environmental Manager on IMS development and ISO14001 documentation.
• Participate in the advisory team; monitor and review performance to meet current and future business needs.
• Contribute to pre-contract and work-winning activities within the business unit.
• Review compliance with environmental management systems, plans, and legislation through internal and external audits.
• Identify and promote environmental best practices across the business unit; share lessons learned.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of relevant legislation and industry practices.
• Provide input to corporate strategy and local action plans to ensure environmental compliance.
• Liaise with customer personnel on environmental matters and promote best practice solutions.
• Lead the use of company performance measurement tools; ensure accurate data capture at project and business unit levels.
• Assist in training staff, operatives, and subcontractors to ensure legal compliance with environmental procedures and controls.

Skills, Experience And Qualifications

• Ability to work effectively in a team environment across projects, sites, or operational areas.
• Strong management skills with the ability to self-motivate and inspire colleagues.
• Excellent planning and time management; able to manage multiple tasks without compromising quality.
• Proven ability to ensure compliance with standards and specifications.
• Collaborative approach to enhancing project and operational performance.
• Solid understanding of construction practices and industry standards.
• Specialist knowledge in a relevant technical or environmental field.
• Educated to degree level or equivalent in a related subject.
• Practitioner-level member of IEMA (PIEMA), actively working toward Chartered status.
• Holder of recognised internal auditing qualifications.
• In-depth understanding of corporate strategy, values, and objectives.
• Comprehensive knowledge of ISO14001 Environmental Management System and its practical implementation.
• Demonstrable experience in a similar environmental or compliance-focused role.

What is in it for you?

• Generous holiday entitlement with the option to buy five days.
• Flexible and adaptable working.
• Family friendly policies and work/life approach.
• Mentoring programmes and continuous learning support.
• Contributory pension scheme.
• Annual bonus scheme.
• Recognition scheme and long service awards.
• Car scheme and Private Medical Insurance (if applicable to role).
• Opportunity to participate in our share-save scheme; discounts including cycle to work and gym membership; a support and advice service for colleagues and their families, and more.

About The Energy Business Unit

We have extensive experience in upgrading and replacing energy networks, delivering asset management for major UK energy companies and network operators. Our transmission and distribution services involve the upgrading and replacement of electricity assets both above and below ground. Within the electricity sector we install and maintain assets, including excavation, laying, and jointing of cables, (fluid filled and XLPe), substations and overhead line, new build, repair, and refurbishment services.

We have an exciting opportunity for you to join our team where you will have the opportunity to progress in your career. We are looking for people who share our passion on delivering great customer service whilst also being able to work within an enjoyable and hardworking team environment. Talented people are the key to our success, so if this sounds like you, apply now.

Morgan Sindall is an equal opportunities employer and has been accredited with the Positive About Disabled People “Two Ticks” accreditation. We are also an Investors in People company. Morgan Sindall is unable to employ anyone who does not have the legal right to live and work in the UK.