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At SP Energy Networks, our focus is on harnessing technology and innovation to create the networks of the future. Our team is building a dynamic network that can meet the changing demands for electricity and, increasingly, renewable electricity, delivering this safely, securely and sustainably for the communities we serve.

We know that people are central to building a better future, quicker, and we are looking for talented individuals to join our team.

In this role, you will support the SP Transmission Environmental Manager, the Environmental Department and Engineering and Construction teams in delivering, monitoring and continually improving the company's Environmental Management Systems and environmental practices.

You will play a key role in obtaining and maintaining ISO 14001 accreditation, while providing specialist Environmental knowledge and advice to both internal and external stakeholders involved in the Engineering and Construction of energy-related projects.

Responsibilities

In this role, you will be responsible for maintaining and continually improving the internal Environmental Management System to achieve and preserve ISO 14001 accreditation. You will provide support and advice to project teams before and throughout the construction period, helping to ensure compliance with all statutory environmental requirements. In addition, you will sustain and enhance environmental procedures to identify and respond to emerging environmental legislation relevant to construction activities, while providing proactive specialist guidance on environmental controls, constraints and legislation specific to each project.

You will play a key role in driving environmental performance by developing and implementing new methods, techniques and practices that support continual improvement. This will include developing Environmental Management Plans for projects, ensuring that survey findings and licence requirements are fully incorporated and effectively managed throughout project delivery.

Working closely with a wide range of stakeholders, you will liaise directly with regulators and stakeholder organisations, including but not limited to SNH, RSPB, SEPA and Local Authorities, throughout the lifecycle of projects. You will also manage environmental monitoring and inspection programmes to effectively document operational performance and compliance, preparing timely reports for both internal and external distribution.

The role will involve supporting the investigation and reporting of environmental incidents, preparing environmental information to meet annual and ad hoc reporting requirements, and developing and delivering environmental training and awareness initiatives across project teams and stakeholders.

You will review contractors' environmental documentation, with particular emphasis on environmental regulations and requirements, and assist with or prepare waste management plans and other environmental documentation required for site activities. In addition, you will monitor and report on site waste management activities to support compliance and performance improvement.

As part of the wider project team, you will support the preparation of Environmental Impact Assessments, either through direct input or by managing external consultants. You will also work closely with Engineering and Construction teams to ensure compliance with environmental conditions specified by local planning authorities and other legal and statutory agreements.

What you'll bring

To be successful in this role, you will bring proven experience in Environmental Management, including a strong working knowledge of ISO 14001, Environmental auditing and engagement with Environmental regulators, ideally gained within a commercially focused Utility, Service or Construction business.

You will be educated to degree level in a relevant Environmental discipline and possess an in-depth understanding of current and emerging Environmental legislation. An Environmental auditing qualification and membership of a relevant professional body would be advantageous.

You will have strong influencing, consulting and communication skills, supported by excellent written and verbal communication abilities. Sound planning and analytical skills are essential, with the ability to anticipate potential challenges and develop effective solutions. Experience of collaborating with Contractors is also important.

As a minimum, you will hold a degree in an Environmental discipline and have experience working in an Environmental role within an Engineering or Construction-related environment. You will be computer literate, with a working knowledge of Microsoft packages, and possess a current valid driving licence.

Whats in it for you

As well as a competitive salary which is reviewed annually, you can also enjoy a number of other benefits. With our pension scheme, we'll double match your contribution up to a company contribution of 10%.

At ScottishPower, we believe it's the little things we do in life that make a big difference. From helping you look after your family's wellbeing, save for your future and take personal steps for climate action - our benefits are designed to help you do just that - so that you have everything you need to take care of your world - today and tomorrow. That's why our benefits include:

• 36 days annual leave
• Holiday purchase - perfect your work/life balance with extra annual leave
• Share Incentive Plan and Sharesave Scheme
• Payroll giving and charity matched funding
• Technology Vouchers - save more and spread the cost of your technology purchases
• Count us in - pledge to reduce carbon emissions and help fight climate change
• Electric Vehicle Schemes - to help you transition to green/clean driving
• Cycle to Work scheme and public transport season ticket loans
• Options to purchase dental insurance, private medical insurance, health cash plan and annual health assessments
• Life Assurance (4x salary)
• Access to 'nudge' financial wellbeing support
• Plus shopping, leisure, restaurant and gym discounts, and unique employee deals on travel insurance and more

Why SP Energy Networks

SP Energy Networks is part of the Iberdrola Group, one of the world's largest integrated utility companies and a world leader in wind energy. We keep electricity flowing to homes and businesses through Central and Southern Scotland, North Wales and in the North West of England. We operate over 4000km of cables and lines that make-up the transmission network - connecting infrastructure like wind farms into the electricity system. It's a role that puts us right at the heart of Scotland's ambition to be Net Zero by 2044. And we're taking it very seriously.

We're investing >£10.6 billion into our transmission network, directly supporting the rapid growth needed in renewable energy. With diverse opportunities across our businesses and a commitment to invest in our own internal talent, ScottishPower can offer people real career opportunities that meet personal and professional goals, in a global organisation.

Inclusion, diversity, and a social purpose are at the heart of everything we do. Together with our values, they bring us together into a stronger, more sustainable business with direct links to the communities we serve. It takes all kinds of people to build a large-scale business like ours, so whatever your background, you'll fit right in.

We are committed to providing reasonable support or adjustments in our recruiting processes for candidates with disabilities, long term conditions, mental health conditions, or who are neurodivergent or require pregnancy-related support. If you need support, please reach out to [email protected].

Mobility

Please note that any applicant who is not a citizen of the country of the vacancy will be subject to compliance with the applicable immigration requirements to legally work in that country. If/when required, the Company will support the employee with the necessary Immigration requirements.