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Environmental Assistant

Job type: Permanent

Specialism: HSQE

Location: Southwark

Ref: EnvAS

Enable Infrastructure Ltd is a leading provider of infrastructure solutions, committed to delivering sustainable and environmentally responsible projects. We specialize in the design, development, and operation of critical infrastructure to support the growth and development of communities. We are seeking an experienced and knowledgeable Environmental Assistant to join our team and ensure our projects meet or exceed environmental regulations and standards.

The Environmental Assistant will play a vital role in integrating environmental considerations into all aspects of Enable Infrastructure operations. You will be required to support the Environmental & Sustainability Manager with the implementation of Enable’s ISO 14001 Environmental Management System and Carbon Reduction Plan.

Joining Enable Infrastructure Ltd as an Environmental Assistant provides an exciting opportunity to make a positive impact on the environment and contribute to sustainable infrastructure development. If you are passionate about environmental stewardship, possess technical expertise, and are committed to ensuring compliance with environmental regulations, we invite you to apply and become part of our dedicated team.

This role would suit a graduate with 6-12 months experience in a graduate or Assistant Environmental role in a construction environment.

Responsibilities:

• Be aware of environmental legislation and work as part of the team to ensure compliance
• Assist with reporting environmental incidents and instigate any corrective actions required.
• Assist with collecting, processing and interpreting environmental data to support Enables Carbon reduction plan and monthly environmental reporting.
• Undertake Environmental Site inspections, highlighting any bad and good practice to the relevant teams and Environmental Manager.
• Help co-ordinate and maintain the environmental training programme
• Assist with the implementation of the project environmental plans and contract requirements on various Enable projects.
• Assist with reviewing and updating Environmental compliance documentation such as project environmental plans and Work Package Plans.
• Assist with project ecological requirements and seek to gain experience/training in the ecology field
• Assist with meeting client environmental contract requirements, project objectives and business goals.

Qualifications:

• Experience as an Environmental assistant/graduate within the construction industry is desirable.
• Degree in Environmental Science or relevant (environmental related) subject is required.
• IEMA membership will be an advantage

What’s in it for you

• In addition to a passion for a strong work-life balance and flexibility/core hours working, you can expect:
• 3 days working in Southwark, + site work + remote working possible
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays
• Your birthday off
• Additional leave purchase scheme
• Bonus scheme (up to 20% of salary)
• Enhanced Maternity & Paternity offering
• Reimbursement towards relevant professional development and memberships
• An inclusive and diverse environment, embracing the variety of cultures, backgrounds and lifestyles of our employees
• A focus on safety, health, and wellbeing, prioritising our people through a culture of caring and a network of positive mental health champions
• Opportunities to give back to our communities through our social value program
• Paid volunteering days

 

This is a fantastic opportunity for a recent Graduate, ecologist or Environmental Assistant to join a growing organisation working on infrastructure construction projects. On offer is a brilliant training & development programme plus a career map to outline growth opportunities with in the group.

 

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