Environmental Advisor in Reading

Environmental Advisor in Reading

Reading Full-Time 35000 - 45000 Β£ / year (est.) No working from home possible
Shirley Parsons

At a Glance

  • Tasks: Champion environmental best practices and drive sustainability across major projects.
  • Company: Leading UK infrastructure business committed to environmental excellence.
  • Benefits: Competitive salary, career development, and the chance to make a real impact.
  • Other info: Dynamic work environment with opportunities for growth and collaboration.
  • Why this job: Influence environmental performance and contribute to sustainable infrastructure that matters.
  • Qualifications: Experience in environmental roles, strong communication skills, and a passion for sustainability.

The predicted salary is between 35000 - 45000 Β£ per year.

We're partnered with a leading UK infrastructure business that's delivering some of the country's most significant environmental and water projects.

With a healthy pipeline of work and a genuine commitment to sustainability, they're looking for a passionate Environmental Advisor to help drive environmental excellence across major projects.

This is an exciting opportunity to influence environmental performance from planning through to project completion, working alongside experienced teams to deliver sustainable infrastructure that makes a real difference.

What You'll Be Doing

  • Drive Environmental Excellence - Champion environmental best practice across multiple projects, supporting the delivery of sustainability objectives and continuous improvement initiatives.
  • Provide Expert Guidance - Work closely with operational and site teams, offering practical environmental advice to ensure compliance with legislation, client requirements and company standards.
  • Lead Audits & Site Reviews - Carry out environmental inspections, audits and performance reviews, identifying risks, sharing best practice and helping drive positive change.
  • Build Key Relationships - Collaborate with clients, regulators and supply chain partners, promoting a positive environmental culture and influencing key project decisions.
  • Monitor, Improve & Influence - Investigate environmental incidents, analyse performance data and recommend improvements that enhance environmental outcomes across the framework.

Who They're Looking For

  • Experienced Environmental Professional - You'll have environmental or HS&E experience within construction, infrastructure, utilities or another fast-paced project environment.
  • Technically Knowledgeable - A well-developed understanding of environmental legislation, management systems and risk management, with the confidence to provide practical advice.
  • Excellent Communicator - Comfortable building relationships and influencing stakeholders at all levels, from site teams to clients and regulatory bodies.
  • Proactive Problem Solver - Someone who enjoys identifying opportunities for improvement, managing environmental risks and driving high standards across projects.
  • Passionate About Your Career - NEBOSH qualified (or working towards), with a full UK driving licence.

IEMA membership and experience within the water or regulated infrastructure sectors would be an advantage.

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Environmental Advisor in Reading employer: Shirley Parsons

Shirley Parsons is an excellent employer, offering a dynamic work culture that prioritises health, safety, and wellbeing in the vibrant city of London. Employees benefit from a supportive environment that fosters professional growth through continuous learning opportunities and leadership development, making it an ideal place for those looking to make a meaningful impact in their careers.

Shirley Parsons

Contact Details:

Shirley Parsons Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace Environmental Advisor in Reading

Environmental Legislation Knowledge
Environmental Management Systems
Risk Management
NEBOSH Qualification
IEMA Membership
Auditing Skills
Site Inspections