Sustainability Lead

Sustainability Lead

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Sustainability Lead

Job details

Posted

02 September 2026

Start date

23 July 2026

LocationLondon

Job type Contract

Discipline Mining & Metals

Reference169262

Job Function Environmental Consultant

Job description

Our client a globally leading Sustainability Lead to join our client on an exciting project. This is an initial one-year contract based in Torness, East Lothian.

Role Responsibilities

• Contribute to the daily execution and refinement of sustainability initiatives on a major construction site.
• Demonstrate understanding of Life Cycle Assessment methodologies and Whole Life Carbon accounting.
• Assist in the creation and ongoing review of the Carbon Management Plan.
• Track and report emissions across Scope 1, 2, and 3 categories.
• Deliver toolbox talks and briefings focused on sustainability and carbon reduction.
• Help measure and analyse sustainability indicators such as carbon output, waste levels, and energy usage.
• Work with the Sustainability Manager to compile stakeholder reports.
• Collect and organise data to support sustainability-related decision-making.
• Engage with contractors and subcontractors to encourage participation in environmental programmes.
• Aid in the design and facilitation of sustainability training for site staff.
• Keep informed of new developments, technologies, and best practices in sustainable construction.
• Conduct weekly site audits to assess sustainability compliance.
• Assist in achieving project-specific sustainability KPIs.

Requirements

• Engineering related or environmental discipline degree.
• Strong communication skills both written and verbal.
• Proactive attitude.
• A valid driving license and access to personal transport are required for site travel.
• Seven to ten years relevant experience.

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified individuals will receive consideration for employment without regard to race; color; age; sex; sexual orientation; gender identity; religion; national origin; disability; veteran status; genetic information; or any other criteria protected by governing law.