Environmental Manager

Job Title: Environmental Manager Location : Ridham Dock Road, Sittingbourne, Kent, ME9 8SR Salary: Competitive Job Type: Full time/ Permanent About Us: Countrystyle Recycling, a leading waste management company, is a trusted local provider of commercial waste disposal, management, and recycling services for businesses across Kent, London, and the South East. As a valued partner, Countrystyle helps businesses reduce their environmental impact while lowering waste disposal costs.? About the role: The Environmental Manager will be responsible for managing the organisation's environmental compliance and ensuring we comply with current regulations. Your role will include primarily the adherence to permits and regulations across the businesses processing facilities. You will be at the forefront of liaison between the company and the regulators ensuring that documentation, testing and other record keeping is up to date and completed You will be responsible for managing the Environmental Management system You will have sufficient knowledge to complete permit variations and new permit applications to the regulators. You will proactively drive through Environmental and Carbon saving initiatives to improve operational efficiencies in a safe and healthy environment for the business. You will work closely with the Compliance Team embed a environmental compliance culture within the organisation. Duties and Responsibilities: Managing the Environmental Management system including conducting internal audits, external site audits, developing & reviewing policies, procedures and supporting documentation Ensuring ISO 14001 accreditation is achieved and maintained Monitoring the organisation's environmental performance against permit requirements and internal compliance targets. Auditing and updating the organisations Fire Prevention Plans, Odour Management Plans and Dust Management Plans. Developing, implementing and driving environmental strategies and policies. Reviewing the suitability of all environmental regulatory compliance documentation and updating or rewriting where required. Report on environmental audits and make recommendations for future policies and strategy. Report the organisation's environmental performance to key stakeholders within the organisation. Drive the Environmental and Carbon strategy forward to ensure corporate sustainable development and Route to Net Zero. Develop and deliver environmental training for staff at all levels within the organisation. Keep up-to-date with the latest environmental legislation with UK, EU and international regulation and legislation. Identify environmental hazards, risks and implement control measures to ensure risk reduction or elimination. Promote awareness of the impact of environmental and Carbon decisions across the organisation. Liaising with regulatory bodies such as the Environment Agency. Represent the organisation in public hearings and consultations in relation to environmental matters. Lead on environmental investigations for significant incidents. Manage service agreements and contractors working with the organisation on environmental projects. About you: Able to communicate clearly, both written and verbally Able to prioritise and organise own workload and meet deadlines. Strong operational planning skills Ability to write and review Environmental Management System documentation such as Odour Management Plans, Dust Management Plans and Fire Prevention Plans Competent in MS Word and Excel Experience in environmental management in a large organisation or as a consultant with experience of working in large multi-site environments. Experience conducting waste audits and inspections. Experience with EA permits, fire prevention plans and dust management plans and Integrated Management Systems. Practical knowledge of environmental permitting and legislation Degree (or equivalent) in an appropriate environmental discipline including corporate membership of an appropriate professional institution (or equivalent knowledge and experience) ISO 14001 Lead Auditor Significant knowledge of sustainability, including recycling, waste management and all relevant legislation and guidance associated with each waste stream and carbon reduction. Desirable: Experience of the waste industry NEBOSH qualified. WAMITAB qualified. Benefits: Life Insurance with access to GP24 Commitment to wellbeing through Employee Assistance Programme Electric Car salary sacrifice scheme for eligible employees Cycle to work scheme Company Events GymFlex salary sacrifice Please click the APPLY button to submit your CV for this role Candidates with experience or relevant job titles of Sustainability Manager, Environmental Compliance Manager, Environmental Affairs Manager, Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) Manager, and Green Initiatives Manager may also be considered.

Location: Sittingbourne, GB

Posted Date: 2/6/2025