Environmental & Permitting Engineer

Zenith People are working with our client who are looking to recruit an experienced Environmental & Permitting Engineering on a permanent basis to join a 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 business, they don’t just comply with environmental legislation—they 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 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. Please click apply now