Sustainability Officer

Sustainability Officer / Graduate Cannock £28,000 - £32,000 + Training & Career Development A growing Mechanical & Electrical contractor is looking to appoint a Sustainability Officer / Graduate to support the delivery of its environmental and sustainability objectives across the business. This is an excellent opportunity for a recent graduate or early-career sustainability professional looking to develop practical experience within environmental management, compliance, Net Zero initiatives and sustainability reporting in a fast-growing engineering environment. The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting environmental compliance, driving continuous improvement initiatives and assisting with the implementation and maintenance of ISO 14001 Environmental Management Systems. Key Responsibilities Support the development and implementation of sustainability policies and procedures Assist with ISO 14001 Environmental Management System implementation and maintenance Monitor and report on environmental performance, including energy, waste and resource consumption Support internal and external environmental audits Ensure compliance with environmental legislation and industry standards Promote sustainability awareness and best practice throughout the business Assist project teams in delivering sustainable engineering solutions Maintain environmental records and compliance documentation Contribute to Net Zero initiatives and carbon reduction strategies Support environmental reporting and performance analysis Assist with BREEAM compliance activities where required Requirements Degree in Environmental Science, Sustainability, Engineering or a related discipline Strong interest in sustainability, environmental management and compliance Knowledge of ISO 14001 Environmental Management Systems Understanding of environmental legislation and compliance requirements Excellent communication and organisational skills Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities Proficient with Microsoft Office, particularly Excel Ability to work independently and collaboratively within project teams Desirable Experience Previous internship or work experience within sustainability, environmental compliance or HSE Knowledge of ISO 45001 Understanding of carbon reporting and environmental impact assessments Exposure to BREEAM projects Knowledge of Net Zero strategies and carbon reduction initiatives Experience with environmental audits and reporting What's on Offer? £28,000 - £32,000 salary Structured training and development Support towards professional qualifications Exposure to major engineering and construction projects Clear progression opportunities Collaborative and supportive working environment Opportunity to play a key role in shaping the company's sustainability strategy This role would suit a Sustainability Graduate, Environmental Graduate, Environmental Officer, Environmental Coordinator, Sustainability Coordinator or Environmental Advisor looking to develop their career within the engineering and construction sector. Apply today for a confidential discussion