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Environmental Advisor Role

We are currently seeking an Environmental Advisor to support our Land & Minerals Team. Suitable candidates will have at least 2 years of experience in technical waste assessment and/or end of waste development. You will join a team of 6 colleagues, reporting to the Environment Manager.

We recognise that protecting the environment is one of the greatest challenges currently facing humanity, and we are committed to operating our business in a way that minimises and mitigates environmental impacts through innovation and industry best practices. This is a great opportunity to join us at the start of our journey in environmental compliance for a FTSE 250 company.

Our head office is at Breedon in the Hill; however, this role can be based anywhere within the UK, with a nearby site as your base. Travel to multiple sites will be required, and a company car or allowance will be provided.

Key Responsibilities

1. Provide guidance on environmental policies, sustainability strategies, and eco-friendly practices.
2. Monitor and improve compliance with environmental legislation and standards.
3. Assess environmental risks and identify opportunities for improvement.
4. Report key environmental information and actions to stakeholders.
5. Provide technical guidance on waste acceptance, duty of care, and waste assessment.
6. Develop process and system governance documents.
7. Collaborate with and train stakeholders to promote awareness and best practices.

Our Values and Mission

At Breedon, our mission is to make a tangible difference in the lives of our colleagues, customers, and communities. We foster meaningful relationships, promote collaboration, and aim to expand globally as a leading construction materials group. Our values—simplicity, action, care, and continuous improvement—are at the core of everything we do.

Skills, Knowledge, and Expertise

• Motivated by influencing leaders and operational teams to improve environmental performance; comfortable driving change and developing plans and projects.
• Qualified to degree level or equivalent in an environmental discipline.
• Minimum 3 years’ experience in a similar role.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• A full UK driving license is essential.

Benefits

• Car or cash allowance.
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
• Paid volunteering days.
• Share save scheme.
• Pension scheme.
• Annual bonus.
• Group life assurance.
• Access to employee benefits platform with discounts.