About this role
Principal People is recruiting an Environmental Advisor for a leading infrastructure contractor, supporting projects across the South Coast on a hybrid basis from Winchester. This permanent role sits within an experienced and supportive environmental team. Responsibilities include providing practical environmental advice and guidance to site and operational teams, conducting site inspections, environmental audits and compliance reviews, investigating environmental incidents and implementing corrective actions, and supporting subcontractors and supply chain partners in meeting environmental requirements. You will also build effective relationships with project teams, clients and external stakeholders while helping to embed best practice and drive continuous improvement in environmental standards.
Job Description
Environmental Advisor - up to £50,000 + Package - Infrastructure - South Coast - Hybrid
Are you an Environmental Advisor looking for an opportunity to make a real impact on major infrastructure projects while developing your career with an established contractor?
Principal People are working with a leading infrastructure contractor, recognised for its commitment to employee development and career progression, to recruit an Environmental Advisor supporting projects across the South Coast on a hybrid basis.
Working alongside an experienced and supportive environmental team, you will play a key role in ensuring environmental compliance, driving improvements in standards and embedding best practices across projects.
What's in it for you?
- Salary up to £50,000
- Company Car or £5,000 Car Allowance + Mileage
- Pension Scheme up to 13%
- 28 days Annual Leave + Bank Holidays, with the option to purchase additional days
- Private Medical Insurance, with the option to add family members
- Ongoing CPD, training and progression opportunities
- Long-term secured projects across the water and infrastructure sector
What will you be doing?
- Providing practical environmental advice and guidance to site and operational teams across the framework.
- Supporting the implementation of environmental strategies, policies and management systems.
- Conducting site inspections, environmental audits and compliance reviews.
- Investigating environmental incidents, identifying root causes and implementing corrective actions.
- Monitoring environmental performance and supporting continuous improvement initiatives.
- Supporting subcontractors and supply chain partners in meeting environmental requirements.
- Building effective relationships with project teams, clients and external stakeholders.
What are they looking for?
- A relevant Environmental Qualification (ISEP or Equivalent) or Degree.
- Experience working within construction, infrastructure or utilities sector.
- A good understanding of environmental legislation, compliance and environmental management systems.
- Strong communication skills with the confidence to engage and influence operational teams.
- ISEP Practitioner membership, or working towards it, would be advantageous.
Interested in finding out more?
Apply today or get in touch with Principal People HSEQ Recruitment for a confidential discussion about the opportunity.
Job Reference: 11963