Environmental & Sustainability Advisor in Belfast

Navantia UK is a new force in British industry, supporting the UK’s defence, security and energy transition ambitions. We’re doing this by creating state-of-the-art sovereign defence capabilities, investing in the UK to modernise industrial facilities, and bolstering the nation's energy security. Established in 2022, Navantia UK is a subsidiary of Navantia SA, a Spanish state-owned company with over 300 years of naval shipbuilding history. In January 2025, Navantia UK completed the acquisition of Harland & Wolff and its four historic facilities in Belfast, Appledore, Methil, and Arnish. By combining Harland & Wolff’s proud heritage and facilities with Navantia’s global expertise, Navantia UK is well-positioned to strengthen Britain’s defence, maritime and energy industrial capabilities, supporting jobs and economic growth across the UK.

As an Environmental & Sustainability Advisor, you will lead and support environmental and sustainability initiatives across the organisation. You will ensure compliance with environmental legislation, drive continuous improvement in sustainability performance, and help integrate environmentally responsible practices into business operations. This position ensures that all activities across the shipyard are aligned with environmental legislation and corporate sustainability goals.

• Ensure all shipbuilding and repair operations comply with local, national, and international environmental regulations.
• Conduct environmental ISO audits, site inspections, and aspect / impact assessments across shipyard facilities.
• Monitor and manage compliance related to hazardous materials, paint/coatings, emissions, and waste handling.
• Monitor emissions, water discharges, noise levels, and waste generation within the yard in line with permitting and licensing requirements.
• Lead or support initiatives related to oil spill prevention, chemical storage, and stormwater management.
• Work with engineering and production teams to minimise the environmental impact of welding, blasting, and painting activities.
• Deliver toolbox talks, environmental training, and awareness campaigns to shipyard staff, contractors, and suppliers.
• Foster a culture of environmental responsibility through regular communication and engagement.
• Support successful delivery of the ISO 14001 Management system.
• Prepare reports and dashboards for internal stakeholders, clients, and regulators.
• Track and report on environmental KPIs and support Carbon & ESG reporting as required.

Qualifications

• Degree in Environmental Science, Marine Engineering, Environmental Engineering, or related field.
• Experience in an environmental or sustainability role within heavy industry (preferably shipbuilding, marine, or offshore).
• Knowledge of marine environmental regulations and standards.
• Experience conducting site inspections and environmental audits.

Desirable:

• Certifications such as NEBOSH Environmental, IEMA, ISO 14001 Lead Auditor.
• Experience in shipbuilding, maritime or heavy engineering sectors.

Equal Opportunity: We are dedicated to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. To ensure equal opportunities for all candidates, we commit to a fair and unbiased recruitment process at every stage. This includes ensuring hiring managers are aware of legislation, providing reasonable accommodations for candidates with disabilities, and actively seeking to eliminate any form of discrimination based on race, gender, age, religion, sexual orientation, or any other protected characteristic. Our goal is to create a recruitment environment where every candidate feels valued and has an equal chance to succeed.

If you experience difficulties or are unable to apply for a role online please contact us at people.skills@harland-wolff.com and one of the team will be in contact to help you.