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Environmental Specialist – Power & Renewables Projects – Scotland
Job Posted: 18 days ago
Salary: £ 70,000 - 75,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Inverurie, Aberdeenshire
Expire in: 10 days
Job Description
Environmental Specialist – Power & Renewables Projects – Inverurie, Scotland
An established engineering and construction contractor with a strong pipeline in power transmission and renewable energy is seeking a proactive Environmental Specialist to support key infrastructure projects across Scotland and the wider UK.
This is a permanent opportunity suited to a motivated environmental professional with a strong background in compliance, site monitoring, and sustainability within the infrastructure or energy sectors.
Key Responsibilities:
* Act as the environmental lead across assigned power and renewables construction sites, ensuring full compliance with regulatory, client, and company standards.
* Develop and implement Environmental Management Plans (EMPs), Construction Environmental Management Plans (CEMPs), and site-specific environmental procedures.
* Conduct regular environmental inspections and audits, identifying risks and implementing corrective actions.
* Provide technical support to project teams and subcontractors on environmental best practices, obligations, and licensing requirements.
* Coordinate environmental monitoring activities, including noise, dust, water, and ecological assessments, and interpret findings for project reporting.
* Liaise with environmental regulators (e.g., SEPA), clients, and statutory bodies throughout project lifecycle.
* Deliver environmental toolbox talks and awareness training for site personnel.
* Support sustainability and carbon reduction initiatives within the project scope.
* Maintain up-to-date documentation on environmental performance, permits, incidents, and audit outcomes.
Candidate Profile:
* Degree-qualified in Environmental Science, Ecology, Environmental Management, or a related discipline.
* Minimum of 3 years’ experience in an environmental role within infrastructure, utilities, energy, or construction sectors.
* In-depth understanding of UK and Scottish environmental legislation and compliance frameworks (e.g., EIA, SEPA, protected species licensing).
* Confident working across multiple project sites, managing environmental risk and driving best practice on the ground.
* Skilled in stakeholder engagement, auditing, and environmental documentation.
* Membership of IEMA, CIWEM, or a similar professional body is advantageous.
* Full UK driving licence required due to regional site travel.
What’s on Offer:
* £70,000 + £75,000 + Package
* Permanent role on long-term UK energy and infrastructure projects
* Excellent development opportunities within a forward-thinking organisation
* Opportunity to influence sustainability and environmental performance on high-impact projectsBefore You Apply
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